Illinois gas prices inched up 2 cents from a week ago. The state average for a regular gallon of gas is $3.63 The price of gas is 28 cents less than a month ago, and 60 cents less than this time last year.
“Gas prices may still fall on the momentum created by the seasonal downturn in fuel demand, coupled with stronger gasoline supplies and the switch to cheaper winter blend gasoline,” said Molly Hart, spokeswoman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “However, this may not continue now that oil and gasoline futures prices logged a second consecutive week of gains.”
The U.S. price of oil logged a small 1% gain last week, amid ongoing concerns about the conflict between Israel and Hamas. In total, U.S. oil has risen $6 per barrel (7%) over the past two weeks. Gasoline futures also rose 11 cents per gallon last week, for a total increase of nearly 20 cents in two weeks.
| Today | Sunday | Week Ago | Month Ago | One Year Ago | |
| National | $3.549 | $3.550 | $3.600 | $3.851 | $3.759 |
| Illinois | $3.633 | $3.637 | $3.614 | $3.906 | $4.231 |
| Chicago Metro | $3.752 | $3.756 | $3.710 | $4.056 | $4.433 |
| Chicago City | $4.064 | $4.058 | $4.099 | $4.435 | $4.786 |
| Bloomington | $3.393 | $3.404 | $3.406 | $3.714 | $4.027 |
| Champaign | $3.565 | $3.569 | $3.586 | $3.725 | $4.138 |
| Peoria | $3.547 | $3.558 | $3.601 | $3.793 | $4.271 |
| Rockford | $3.598 | $3.601 | $3.621 | $3.883 | $4.173 |
| Springfield | $3.530 | $3.536 | $3.586 | $3.835 | $4.064 |
Ways to Save on Gasoline
- Combine errands to limit driving time.
- Shop around for the best gas prices in your community.
- Pay with cash. Some retailers charge extra per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.
- Remove excess weight in your vehicle. Every 100 pounds taken out of the vehicle improves fuel economy by 1-2 percent.
- Drive conservatively. Aggressive acceleration and speeding reduces fuel economy.
AAA Resources for Drivers
- Enroll in savings programs. AAA Members who enroll in Shell’s Fuel Rewards program can save 30 cents per gallon on their first fill-up and 5 cents per gallon each additional trip to the pump. Click here for more information.
- Get a tune-up. Ensure your vehicle is properly maintained to optimize its fuel economy. Visit AAA.com/AutoRepair to find a certified repair shop.
- Find the lowest gas prices in your area by using the free AAA mobile app.
- Determine anticipated fuel costs for your trip by using the AAA’s Gas Cost Calculator.
Drivers can find current gas prices using AAA.com/FuelFinder which allows consumers to compare gas prices at retailers by city or zip code.
***Courtesy of The Auto Club Group***
