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'It's not surprising': Americans react to record high Labor Day fuel prices

'It's not surprising': Americans react to record high Labor Day fuel prices

Summary

Gasoline prices in the United States reached a new high for the Labor Day weekend, with the average price at $4.15 per gallon, according to the American Automobile Association (AAA). Diesel prices also set a record, averaging $5.85 per gallon and rising slightly more on Monday.

Key Facts

  • The average price for regular gasoline was $4.15 per gallon during Labor Day weekend.
  • This is the highest Labor Day gasoline price ever recorded in the U.S.
  • Gas prices have never gone above $4 per gallon on Labor Day before.
  • The overall gasoline record price was $5.02 per gallon in June 2022.
  • Diesel fuel prices hit a new record of $5.85 per gallon on Friday.
  • Diesel prices then increased by 5 cents per gallon on Monday.
  • The data comes from the American Automobile Association (AAA).
  • The report reflects prices for the U.S. market around Labor Day 2024.
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