If you are in need of some good news, we are here to help.
Most of us spend hours every week in our vehicle and now there is some really good news when it comes to filling it up.
The price of gas is taking a very unusual turn and continues to decrease across New York State.
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Usually after the 1st of June, we see the price of gas jump since all gas suppliers and gas stations need to be switched over the the “Summer Blend” of gas.
The government calls for gas producers to make “Summer Blend” gas during the warmer months. This blend has lower volatility, making it less likely to evaporate while sitting in your car’s gas tank in the heat. It is also less likely to emit harmful fumes into the atmosphere.
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The problem is that it costs more to make the “Summer Blend” of gas than the “Winter Blend” so we usually see the price of gas increase in the summer.
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We are now two weeks into June and the price of gas continues to go down.
According to AAA, the average price of gas here in New York is around $3.61 per gallon for regular unleaded gas.
That is down about 3 cents from last week and 10 cents a gallon from a month ago.
The cheapest average price of gas in New York can be found in Chemung County where the average price is $3.42.
The most expensive average price of gas in Western New York can be found in Hamilton County where the average price is $3.91.
Here is hoping this downward trend continues all summer long!
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Warmer temperatures means more wild animals will be out and about – and some of them might wind up in your car. While some may be seeking the warmth that’s radiating from your engine, others may be enticed by the smell of food if you have a tendency to snack while driving.
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