NASHVILLE — Gas prices dropped another four cents, on average, across Tennessee last week, bringing the state average to $2.73 per gallon. That’s five cents less than one month ago and three cents less than this time last year, according to AAA – The Auto Club Group.
“Fall is officially here, and leaves aren’t the only thing that are falling so far this season,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Tennesseans are seeing a welcome relief at the gas pump thanks to cheaper winter-blend gasoline and the expected seasonal decline in gasoline demand.”
Nationally, the average price for a gallon of regular gas dropped five cents in the past week to $3.13. Prices are expected to continue trending downward as the switch to winter-blend fuel lowers production costs and demand eases. In the Pacific Northwest, drivers are seeing relief following the resolution of a pipeline issue…