Gas prices this Memorial Day weekend could be cheapest since 2021
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Good news for the nearly 40 million Americans expected to hit the road this Memorial Day weekend: Gas prices are likely to at their lowest level since 2021, industry estimates show. Motorists can expect to spend an average of $3.08 for a gallon of regular gas over the federal holiday, according to GasBuddy, a fuel savings platform. That's 50 cents a gallon less than for Memorial Day in 2024. GasBuddy also expects prices at the pump to ease slightly over the summer to a national average of $3.
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Main Idea: Gas prices are expected to be the lowest for a Memorial Day weekend since 2021, giving holiday travelers some relief at the pump.
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- GasBuddy says the average price for regular gas should be about $3.08 a gallon over Memorial Day weekend, down 50 cents from last year.
- Prices may stay fairly low through the summer, with a forecast average of $3.02 a gallon through Labor Day.
- Lower oil prices and weaker fuel demand are helping hold down gas prices, even as summer blends and seasonal demand usually push prices up.
- Other vacation costs, like entertainment and dining out, are rising, so some gas savings may be offset by higher trip expenses.
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Lower gas prices could cut travel costs for families and help small businesses that depend on driving,. Savings may be partly offset by higher vacation and dining costs.
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