(CBS-DETROIT) – A week after Michigan saw it cheapest gas prices since Januarygas prices have risen by 10 cents.
According to AAA, drivers in Michigan are paying an average of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded gasoline, which is 13 cents less than this time last month, but 5 cents more than this time last year.
In Metro Detroit, gas prices are back above $3 per gallon. Motorists are filling up for an average of $3.02 per gallon, about 6 cents more than last week and 3 cents more than this time last year.
On average, a 15-gallon tank costs Michiganders $45, which is $13 less than what they paid as of the 2023 high in August.
“Motorists across Michigan are seeing higher prices at the pump, with the state average jumping above $3 per gallon,” said AAA spokesperson Adrienne Woodland.
AAA says the most expensive gas prices in the state are in Jackson ($3.13), Ann Arbor ($3.08) and Grand Rapids ($3.08), while the least expensive prices are in Traverse City ($2.92), Marquette ($2.98) and Benton are located. Haven ($3.02).
AAA offers the following tips to save on gas:
• Combine errands to reduce driving time.
• Shop around for the best gas prices in your community.
• Consider paying in cash. Some retailers charge extra per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.
• Remove excess weight from your vehicle.
• Drive conservatively. Aggressive acceleration and speeding reduce fuel economy.
• Sign up for savings programs. AAA members who enroll in the Shell Fuel Rewards program can save 5 cents per gallon when they fill up with Shell.
