East Texas gas prices down from last Memorial Day

TYLER, Texas (KETK) — Gas prices are known to fluctuate and are constantly changing with the seasons. With the summer season approaching, East Texans are looking at differing prices when they head to the pumps compared to last Memorial Day weekend.
East Texas Gas Prices
According to AAA, the national average that Americans are paying is 3.192. Only a week ago, the number stood at 3.152, climbing to a .04 cent increase. Texas has a current average of $2.79, which resulted in a .03 cent difference within the week.
Compared to this time last year, the average Texas gas price is down by 39 cents. Tyler is down by 38 cents from last year, Longview is down by 41 cents and Texarkana is down by 39 cents, AAA reported.
'AAA projects that 3.2 million Texans will take a road trip this Memorial Day, setting a new travel record for the holiday,' Spokesperson for AAA Daniel Armbruster said. 'With so many vehicles on the road, AAA encourages all drivers to stay current on routine vehicle maintenance to help prevent breakdowns and improve fuel efficiency.'
Texas is one of the least expensive states when it comes to gas in between Alabama ($2.76) and South Carolina ($2.81), according to AAA. Prices are rising slightly from last week during this late spring season as family vacations and road trips start up.
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