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AAA: Gas Prices Decrease in PA
Gas prices are six cents lower in Western Pennsylvania this week at $3.244 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Nationwide Trends:Gas prices have risen slightly over the past week as winter continues. The national average for a gallon of regular is up two cents from last week to $2.92. Current prices remain below what they were this time last year when the national average was $3.16. According…
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AAA and Bread Financial Survey: 76% of Travelers Planning Milestone Trips in 2026
A new study from AAA and Bread Financial® finds that travel in 2026 will be driven by moments that matter. 61% of Americans plan to travel in 2026, and among those travelers, more than three-quarters (76%) say their trips will be planned around important life milestones such as birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, and other celebrations. Gen Z and Millennials are leading this shift, approaching these…
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AAA: Gas Prices Continue to Rise in PA
Gas prices are nine cents higher in Western Pennsylvania this week at $3.305 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Nationwide Trends:The month of February is bringing slightly higher gas prices as the national average for a gallon of regular is up three cents from last week to $2.90. Gasoline demand is down, as fewer drivers hit the road during the…
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AAA: Gas Prices Rise Amid Weather Disruptions
Gas prices are eight cents higher in Western Pennsylvania this week at $3.219 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Nationwide Trends:The winter storm that wreaked havoc on most of the nation has led to supply disruptions and pushed up the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline to $2.87. Below-freezing temperatures and lingering snow have disrupted some…
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AAA Service Calls Skyrocket Amid Extreme Weather
In the days since Saturday’s snowstorms, AAA East Central emergency roadside assistance has seen a surge in requests related to dead batteries, stuck vehicles, and stranded motorists. Altogether, the Club has fielded more than 37,000 service calls across its territory between Saturday and Thursday, which is about 80% higher than typical for winter. “Our call centers have been extremely busy this week, and there’s…
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AAA: Gas Prices Lower in PA; National Average Higher
Gas prices are five cents lower in Western Pennsylvania this week at $3.122 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Nationwide Trends:As winter weather grips much of the nation, the national average for a gallon of regular unleaded has gone up six cents over the past week to $2.88. Even though the national average is higher this week, prices…
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AAA: Bitter Cold Dangerous for Homes and Vehicles
Some of the winter’s most frigid temperatures are hitting a large portion of the country this week and AAA is reminding vehicle owners and homeowners about the importance of being prepared for inclement weather. Below-freezing temperatures can wreak havoc on a home’s heating system, plumbing, and exterior features. Also, winter is particularly tough on car batteries and tires. Maintaining homes…
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AAA: Gas Prices Rise in PA; National Average Stable
Gas prices are six cents higher in Western Pennsylvania this week at $3.172 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Nationwide Trends:The national average for a gallon of regular gas has been stable over the past week and remains at $2.82. Drivers continue to pay less than they were last year when the national average was $3.12. Pump prices…
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AAA: Americans To Take to the Seas in Record Numbers
The booming cruise industry is kicking off what is projected to be another record year in 2026. AAA forecasts 21.7 million Americans will go on ocean cruises in 2026 – a 4.5% jump from 2025. According to AAA, the period from January through March is known as “WAVE Season” because it is the prime booking period when cruise lines offer…
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AAA: Slight Increase at the Pump in PA
Gas prices are two cents higher in Western Pennsylvania this week at $3.116 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report. Nationwide Trends:As the new year continues, the national average has dropped two cents over the past week to $2.79. The last time the national average for a gallon of regular gas was this low was back in March of…
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