AAA: Florida gas prices down as market pressures linger

Florida gas prices have seesawed week to week, after peaking earlier this month. They may move higher again soon, following increases in both oil and wholesale gasoline prices."”

Mark Jenkins, AAA

Despite a small 3-cent uptick, Florida gas prices declined most of last week. Sunday's state average of $3.95 per gallon is 7 cents lower than a week ago, 7 cents higher than last month, and 88 cents lower than last year.

"Florida gas prices have seesawed week to week, after peaking earlier this month," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA - The Auto Club Group. "They may move higher again soon, following increases in both oil and wholesale gasoline prices."

Last week, US oil prices surged $10.55 per barrel (13%), while gasoline futures rose 46 cents per gallon. Those gains reflected ongoing global supply concerns tied to the tensions with Iran and uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz. 

Visit GasPrices.AAA.com to view state and local average gas prices.

Apopka Gas Prices

Regional Prices

• Most expensive metro markets – West Palm Beach-Boca Raton ($4.13), Gainesville ($4.03), Fort Lauderdale ($4.01)
• Least expensive metro markets – Panama City ($3.67), Pensacola ($3.69), Crestview-Fort Walton Beach ($3.73)

How to Conserve Gasoline

• Combine errands to limit driving time.
• Drive conservatively. Avoid aggressive acceleration and speeding. This reduces fuel economy.
• Remove excess weight in your vehicle. Every 100 pounds can lower fuel economy by 1-2 percent.
• Shop around for the best gas prices in your community by using the AAA mobile app. 
• Pay with cash. Some retailers charge more per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.

AAA Resources for Drivers

• Find the lowest gas prices in your area by using the free AAA mobile app.
• Determine fuel costs for your trip by using the AAA's Gas Cost Calculator.
• Enroll in savings programs. AAA Members who enroll in Shell's Fuel Rewards program can save 30 cents per gallon on their first fill-up and 5 cents per gallon on each additional trip to the pump. Click here for more information. 
• Ensure your vehicle is properly maintained to optimize its fuel economy. Visit AAA.com/AutoRepair to find a certified repair shop.

Gas Price Survey Methodology

AAA updates fuel price averages daily at www.GasPrices.AAA.com. Every day, up to 130,000 stations are surveyed using credit card swipes and direct feeds, in cooperation with the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS) and Wright Express, for unmatched statistical reliability. All average retail prices in this report are for a gallon of regular, unleaded gasoline.