Gas Prices have likely Peaked for the Year

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Gas prices are holding fairly steady again this week. Averages in all 50 states have changed by a nickel or less, even with a jump in gasoline demand. For the week, the national average loses half a cent to $2.17 a gallon. The Oregon average adds a penny to $2.66.

Find details and graphics in the news release.

AAA believes gas prices have likely peaked for the year. Pump prices started 2020 at their highest prices of the year with the national average at $2.58 and the Oregon average at $3.02.

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