Category: Connecticut

Gas Tax, Increased Demand Drives CT Pump Prices Higher, Says AAA

Posted on April 3, 2023

Connecticut drivers saw a fourth nickel increase in fuel taxes earlier this week as the state continues its incremental tax phase-in at the pump, says AAA Northeast.   The monthly nickel increase began January 1 and continues through May until the full 25-cent a gallon tax is reached.   In Connecticut, today’s $3.30 average price…

Bought an EV Last Year? You May Be Eligible for a Federal Tax Credit, Says AAA

Posted on March 29, 2023

With Tax Day just a few weeks away, AAA Northeast reminds drivers who bought an electric vehicle last year, they may be eligible for a credit on their federal tax return.   In 2022, according to the EValuateCT dashboard, more than 12,000 electric vehicles were newly registered in the Nutmeg State.   The dashboard provides insights…

Nat’l Pump Prices Stuck in Neutral While CT Prices Down 2 Cents, Says AAA

Posted on March 27, 2023

Warmer, longer days are pushing gas demand slightly higher, prompting drivers to take advantage of better driving weather, says AAA Northeast. Despite slightly higher demand, however, pump prices appear stagnant even though recessionary fears continue to force global oil prices to hover around the $70 a barrel mark, said Fran Mayko, AAA Northeast spokeswoman. “As…

CT, Nat’l Gas Prices Continue To Slide

Posted on March 20, 2023

Despite global banking worries and weak demand concerns, Connecticut and national prices continue their slide.   Today’s Connecticut average price for a gallon of self-serve regular is $3.28, 4 cents lower than last week, and $1.06 lower than last year.   On the national level, today’s $3.44 average is 3 cents lower than last week…

Daylight Saving Change Can Create A Traffic Safety ‘Nightmare’ for Drivers

Posted on March 13, 2023

As Daylight Saving Time starts, drivers beware: when you snooze behind the wheel, you’ll lose, says AAA Northeast.   Today, many drivers on the way to work may still suffer the effects of the time change that occurred this past weekend.  “This means drivers must be extra cautious when they’re behind the wheel,” says Fran…

CT, USA Sees Price Pops at Pump, Says AAA

Posted on March 13, 2023

The switchover to the higher-priced summer blends is pushing pump prices higher this week, said AAA Northeast. However, the price pop could be short-lived if demand and crude prices continue to drop.   Today’s Connecticut average price for a gallon of self-serve regular is $3.32, 5 cents higher than last week, and $1.15 lower than…

Recalls Are On The Rise, Says AAA Is Your Car One of Them?

Posted on March 9, 2023

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) issued 932 safety recalls affecting more than 30 million vehicles last year, the second highest number of recalls, since the federal agency began issuing warnings more than 50 years ago, a AAA Northeast analysis has found. The year 2021 had the highest number in NHTSA history.   AAA…

Gas Tax, Higher Demand Drives Pump Prices Higher, Says AAA

Posted on March 6, 2023

Connecticut drivers saw another nickel increase in fuel taxes this week as the state continues its incremental tax phase-in at the pump. The nickel increase began January 1 and continues for the next few months until it reaches the full 25-cent a gallon tax.   Today’s Connecticut average price for a gallon of self-serve regular…

Gas Prices Fall Because of Higher Supplies, Flat Demand

Posted on February 20, 2023

Higher inventories, lower crude prices and dipping demand are pushing state and national gas price averages downward, says AAA Northeast.   Today’s Connecticut average price for a gallon of self-serve regular is $3.30, 2 cents lower than last week, and 37 cents lower than last year.   On the national level, today’s $3.41 average is…

CT Drivers Embrace Dropping Gas Prices

Posted on February 13, 2023

As Valentine’s Day approaches, Connecticut drivers are in love with the fact that statewide and national gas prices continue to drop.   Today’s Connecticut average price for a gallon of self-serve regular is $3.32, 2 cents lower than last week, and 30 cents lower than last year.   On the national level, today’s $3.42 average…

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