Gas prices: Increase at the pumps for second consecutive day

Published May 22, 2024 6:09am ET



The national average price for regular gas increased again this week, rising to $3.611 per gallon on Wednesday, as reported by AAA. It was the second consecutive day of notable price hikes. On Monday, the average cost of regular gas was $3.59 per gallon. On Tuesday, it was $3.598 per gallon. 

The price increases mark the latest fluctuation in gas prices in the nation. One week ago, the average price for regular gas was $3.607 per gallon. Last month, it was $3.675 per gallon.

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