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DEARBORN – Gas prices in Michigan declined after setting a new 2026-high of $4.08 on Wednesday. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $3.98 per gallon for regular unleaded, which is up 11 cents from a week ago. This price is 38 cents more than this time last month and 88 cents more than this time last year.

Motorists are paying an average of $60 for a full 15-gallon tank of gasoline; an increase of about $9 from 2025’s highest price last August.

According to new data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand decreased from 8.68 million b/d to 8.56 million. Total domestic gasoline supply decreased from 240.9 million barrels to 239.3 million. Gasoline production decreased last week, averaging 9.4 million barrels per day.

At the close of Friday’s formal trading session, WTI fell $1.30 to settle at $96.57 a barrel. The EIA reports crude oil inventories increased by 3.1 million barrels from the previous week. At 464.7 million barrels, U.S. crude oil inventories are about 2% above the five-year average for this time of year.

“Michigan gas prices hit a new 2026-high last week, and while they’ve eased since then, prices at the pump remain elevated,” said Adrienne Woodland, spokesperson, AAA-The Auto Club Group.

Compared to last week, Metro Detroit’s average daily gas price increased slightly. Metro Detroit’s current average is $3.92 per gallon, about 3 cents more than last week’s average and 80 cents more than this same time last year.

The most expensive gas price averages in Michigan is in Benton Harbor where gas is $4.11 a gallon. The least expensive gas price averages is in Flint at $3.88

Find Local Gas Prices

Daily national, state, and metro gas price averages can be found at Gasprices.aaa.com

Motorists can find the lowest gas prices on their smartphone or tablet with the free AAA Mobile app. The app can also be used to map a route, find discounts, book a hotel and access AAA roadside assistance.

Ways to Save on Gasoline

– Combine errands to limit driving time.

– Shop around for the best gas prices in your community.

– Consider paying cash. Some retailers charge extra per gallon for customers who pay with a credit card.

– Remove excess weight in your vehicle.

– Drive conservatively. Aggressive acceleration and speeding reduces fuel economy.

– Enroll in savings programs. AAA Members who enroll in Shell’s Fuel Rewards program can save 30 cents per gallon on their first fill-up and 5 cents per gallon each – additional trip to the pump. Click here for more information. Members can also save money when buying gasoline, diesel, and propane at Love’s Travel Stops in select states.