AAA Gas Prices Report August 22, 2022: Gas Prices Down Across Region

CENTRAL NEW YORK – Today’s national average price for a gallon of gasoline is $3.90, down 6 cents from one week ago. One year ago, the price was $3.16. The New York State average is $4.25, down 9 cents since last Monday. A year ago, the NYS average was $3.22.

AAA Western and Central New York (AAA WCNY) reports the following averages:
Batavia – $4.34 (down 6 cents from last week)
Buffalo – $4.30 (down 9 cents from last week)
Elmira – $4.21 (down 15 cents from last week)
Ithaca – $4.43 (down 7 cents from last week)
Rochester – $4.36 (down 9 cents from last week)
Rome – $4.47 (down 6 cents from last week)
Syracuse – $4.33 (down 10 cents from last week)
Watertown – $4.50 (down 7 cents from last week)

The summer travel season has ended in many parts of the country where school is back in session. That, coupled with lower oil prices, is bringing some relief at the pump as gas prices drop. This morning oil prices range from $89 to $95 per barrel – down significantly from the spring spikes.

In Western and Central New York, summer travel is expected to remain strong through Labor Day. If oil prices drop even further, gas prices should follow.

To conserve fuel, motorists should map routes, avoid peak traffic times like rush hour, and combine errands into one trip while using cruise control when possible. Drivers should also make sure tire pressure is at the vehicle’s recommended level for the best gas mileage while removing any unnecessary and bulky items from the car since it takes more fuel to accelerate a heavy vehicle. Get more tips here: https://gasprices.aaa.com/news/fuel-saving-tips/.

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