Gas prices in Pennsylvania are on the rise, with the average price per gallon statewide increasing by five cents over the past week. As of July 12, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas in Pennsylvania was $3.14, according to the latest survey from AAA.
This increase is part of a larger trend of rising gas prices across the country, driven by higher crude oil prices and increased demand as COVID-19 restrictions ease and travel resumes. The national average price for a gallon of gas is currently $3.16, slightly higher than Pennsylvania’s average.
Despite the increase, gas prices in Pennsylvania are still lower than they were a month ago, when the average price was $3.25 per gallon. However, they remain significantly higher than they were a year ago, when the average price was just $2.54 per gallon.
Experts suggest that the increase in gas prices is largely due to the increasing demand for gasoline as more people begin to travel again. They also point to the rising cost of crude oil, which has climbed to over $70 per barrel in recent weeks. Additionally, supply chain disruptions and the lingering impact of the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack may also be contributing to the higher prices at the pump.
As the summer travel season continues and demand for gasoline remains high, it is likely that gas prices will continue to rise in the coming weeks. Drivers in Pennsylvania should be prepared for higher prices at the pump and may want to consider carpooling, using public transportation, or exploring alternative forms of transportation to help offset the cost of fuel.
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