Georgia has experienced a slight uptick in gasoline prices, with the average cost of regular unleaded reaching $2.916 per gallon, according to AAA’s weekly data.
This marks an increase of just over one cent from the previous week.
Montrae Waiters, a spokesperson for AAA-The Auto Club Group, indicated that the gradual rise in gas prices is primarily due to stable crude oil prices, which have held steady around $65 a barrel.
As long as oil prices remain consistent, Georgians can expect only modest fluctuations at the pump.
In Cobb County, the price for a gallon of regular unleaded slightly exceeds the statewide average, clocking in at $2.949 per gallon, approximately three cents higher than the average across Georgia.
For those looking to save on fuel, utilizing resources like http://gasbuddy.com can help identify lower gas prices in the area.
Looking at national trends, the AAA report highlighted that the average price for regular gasoline across the nation has remained stable at $3.14 per gallon since last week, a trend solidified by consistent crude oil prices.
In fact, the lower gas prices that have characterized the summer months have maintained a steady reign, as crude oil has continued to average around $65 a barrel.
Year-to-date in 2025, the U.S. has seen little in the way of substantial price spikes or dips, further solidifying this trend.
New data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) provided insight into gasoline demand, which rose from 8.48 million barrels daily last week to 8.96 million barrels.
Simultaneously, the total domestic gasoline supply saw a rise from 232.9 million barrels to 231.1 million barrels, with gasoline production averaging 9.4 million barrels per day during this period.
Analyzing oil market dynamics, it was reported that at the close of last Wednesday’s trading session, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil fell by six cents to settle at $65.25 per barrel.
The EIA noted a decrease of 3.2 million barrels in crude oil inventories from the previous week, with U.S. crude oil inventories currently about 9% below the five-year average for this time of year.
On the electric vehicle front, the national average for public EV charging stations held steady at 36 cents per kilowatt-hour, with slightly higher rates in Georgia at around 38 cents per kilowatt-hour.
Drivers can plan their routes accordingly using the AAA TripTik Travel Planner, which helps locate electric charging prices along their journey.
Several factors can lead to fluctuations in gasoline prices, with crude oil prices being the primary component as detailed by the EIA.
Additionally, the EIA notes that strong and rising demand for gasoline and petroleum products can create significant pressure on supply.
Other factors impacting prices include possible disruptions in crude oil supplies, refinery operations, or issues with gasoline pipeline deliveries.
Seasonal changes are also a key driver of price variations throughout the year.
If interested in further details on the influences affecting crude oil and gasoline pricing, resources are available on the EIA website.
AAA determines gas prices by surveying around 130,000 stations daily, using credit card swipes and direct feeds in collaboration with the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS) and Wright Express, ensuring unmatched statistical reliability.
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