Weather, World Events Make For Long Lines At The Pumps
The threat of another major storm system moving into the metro Detroit area combined with unrest in the Middle East have created long lines at the gas pumps.
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The threat of another major storm system moving into the metro Detroit area combined with unrest in the Middle East have created long lines at the gas pumps.
The unrest in Libya is sending global oil prices higher. That could mean higher prices at the pump, and have an impact on Detroit's auto companies.
Motorists planning trips during the three-day weekend are finding gas pump prices about 54 cents higher than a year ago, with prices for a gallon of regular ranging nationally from $2.958 to $3.752.
Good news at the pumps across Metro Detroit - gas prices have sloped below $3.10 per gallon, down about six cents in the last week.
The auto club says Monday the statewide average is 47.5 cents per gallon higher than last year at this time.
AAA Michigan says gasoline prices are down 1.7 cents per gallon over the past week to a statewide average of $3.13.
Be prepared to pay more at the pump.
AAA Michigan says gasoline prices are up 5.1 cents per gallon over the past week to a statewide average of $3.13.
