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Triple AAA* said yesterday that “drivers are feeling the slower pace of summer at the pump as gas prices remain steady.” (Read AutoInformed.com on: AAA – 2025 Gas Prices Holding Stable for Summer Travel)
“The national average for a gallon of regular is back at $3.16 after dropping a couple of cents this past week. The summer of lower gas prices continues thanks to crude oil prices averaging around $65 a barrel. Pump prices so far in 2025 haven’t had any major spikes or dips compared to other recent years,” according to AAA.
Gasoline Prices
- National Average: $3.162
- One Week Ago: $3.160
- One Month Ago: $3.224
- One Year Ago: $3.512
The latest data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) show gasoline demand increased from 8.48 million b/d last week to 8.96. Total domestic gasoline supply increased from 232.9 million barrels to 231.1. Gasoline production increased last week, averaging 9.4 million barrels per day.
Oil Market Forces in Play
At the close of Wednesday’s formal trading session, WTI fell 6 cents to settle at $65.25 a barrel. The EIA reports crude oil inventories decreased by 3.2 million barrels from the previous week. At 419 million barrels, U.S. crude oil inventories are about 9% below the five-year average for this time of year.
EV Charging
The national average per kilowatt hour of electricity at a public EV charging station stayed the same this past week at 36 cents.
State of the U.S. States
Gasoline
- The nation’s top 10 most expensive gasoline markets are California ($4.48), Hawaii ($4.46), Washington ($4.38), Oregon ($3.98), Alaska ($3.76), Nevada ($3.72), Idaho ($3.48), Illinois ($3.40), Utah ($3.37), and Washington, DC ($3.33).
- The nation’s top 10 least expensive gasoline markets are Mississippi ($2.70), Louisiana ($2.77), Oklahoma ($2.77), Texas ($2.78), Alabama ($2.78), Tennessee ($2.80), Arkansas ($2.82), South Carolina ($2.84), Kansas ($2.85), and Missouri ($2.86).
Electric
- The nation’s top 10 most expensive states for public charging per kilowatt hour are West Virginia (52 cents), Alaska (51 cents), Hawaii (46 cents), Tennessee (46 cents), Montana (45 cents), South Carolina (44 cents), Alabama (43 cents), New Hampshire (43 cents), Wisconsin (42 cents), and Louisiana (42 cents).
- The nation’s top 10 least expensive states for public charging per kilowatt hour are Kansas (25 cents), Missouri (27 cents), Maryland (28 cents), Utah (28 cents), Nebraska (29 cents), Delaware (32 cents), Colorado (33 cents), Vermont (33 cents), North Carolina (33 cents), and Washington, DC (33 cents).
Drivers can find current gas and electric charging prices along their route using the AAA TripTik Travel planner.
*About AAA
Started in 1902 by automotive enthusiasts who wanted to chart a path for better roads in America and advocate for safe mobility, AAA has transformed into one of North America’s largest membership organizations. Today, AAA says it delivers exceptional roadside assistance, helps travelers plan their dream vacations and adventures, offers exclusive member discounts and benefits, and provides trusted financial and insurance services – all to enhance the life journey of our 65+ million members across North America, including nearly 58 million in the United States. To learn more about all AAA offers or become a member, visit AAA.com.
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn.
He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe.
Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap.
AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks.
Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.
AAA – Pump Gasoline Prices Remain Steady
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Triple AAA* said yesterday that “drivers are feeling the slower pace of summer at the pump as gas prices remain steady.” (Read AutoInformed.com on: AAA – 2025 Gas Prices Holding Stable for Summer Travel)
“The national average for a gallon of regular is back at $3.16 after dropping a couple of cents this past week. The summer of lower gas prices continues thanks to crude oil prices averaging around $65 a barrel. Pump prices so far in 2025 haven’t had any major spikes or dips compared to other recent years,” according to AAA.
Gasoline Prices
The latest data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) show gasoline demand increased from 8.48 million b/d last week to 8.96. Total domestic gasoline supply increased from 232.9 million barrels to 231.1. Gasoline production increased last week, averaging 9.4 million barrels per day.
Oil Market Forces in Play
At the close of Wednesday’s formal trading session, WTI fell 6 cents to settle at $65.25 a barrel. The EIA reports crude oil inventories decreased by 3.2 million barrels from the previous week. At 419 million barrels, U.S. crude oil inventories are about 9% below the five-year average for this time of year.
EV Charging
The national average per kilowatt hour of electricity at a public EV charging station stayed the same this past week at 36 cents.
State of the U.S. States
Gasoline
Electric
Drivers can find current gas and electric charging prices along their route using the AAA TripTik Travel planner.
*About AAA
Started in 1902 by automotive enthusiasts who wanted to chart a path for better roads in America and advocate for safe mobility, AAA has transformed into one of North America’s largest membership organizations. Today, AAA says it delivers exceptional roadside assistance, helps travelers plan their dream vacations and adventures, offers exclusive member discounts and benefits, and provides trusted financial and insurance services – all to enhance the life journey of our 65+ million members across North America, including nearly 58 million in the United States. To learn more about all AAA offers or become a member, visit AAA.com.
About Ken Zino
Ken Zino, editor and publisher of AutoInformed, is a versatile auto industry participant with global experience spanning decades in print and broadcast journalism, as well as social media. He has automobile testing, marketing, public relations and communications experience. He is past president of The International Motor Press Assn, the Detroit Press Club, founding member and first President of the Automotive Press Assn. He is a member of APA, IMPA and the Midwest Automotive Press Assn. He also brings an historical perspective while citing their contemporary relevance of the work of legendary auto writers such as Ken Purdy, Jim Dunne or Jerry Flint, or writers such as Red Smith, Mark Twain, Thomas Jefferson – all to bring perspective to a chaotic automotive universe. Above all, decades after he first drove a car, Zino still revels in the sound of the exhaust as the throttle is blipped during a downshift and the driver’s rush that occurs when the entry, apex and exit points of a turn are smoothly and swiftly crossed. It’s the beginning of a perfect lap. AutoInformed has an editorial philosophy that loves transportation machines of all kinds while promoting critical thinking about the future use of cars and trucks. Zino builds AutoInformed from his background in automotive journalism starting at Hearst Publishing in New York City on Motor and MotorTech Magazines and car testing where he reviewed hundreds of vehicles in his decade-long stint as the Detroit Bureau Chief of Road & Track magazine. Zino has also worked in Europe, and Asia – now the largest automotive market in the world with China at its center.