We are filling-up to some of the most expensive gas prices seen in over a year. With the forced shutdown of Gulf Coast and some Mid-West refineries due to last week’s winter weather, gasoline stocks have tightened and gas prices have skyrocketed.
According to AAA, 66% of state averages spiked by double digits driving the national average up by 14 cents to $2.64. That is the most expensive national average since October 2019.
The cost of a gallon of gas in Missouri is $2.40.
Arkansas is $2.37, and Tennessee stands at $2.41.
AAA reports gas prices are likely to be volatile until crude production is back to normal levels. Motorists can expect these more expensive prices to stick around, but large spikes are likely to subside.