AP file photo - A customer pumps gas at a gas station.

DEARBORN – Gas prices in Michigan are down 15 cents from a week ago. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $3.83 per gallon for regular unleaded. This price is 9 cents less than this time last month but still 67 cents more than this time last year.

Motorists are paying an average of $57 for a full 15-gallon tank of gasoline; an increase of about $6 from 2025’s highest price last August.

According to new data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand increased from 8.56 million b/d to 9.08 million. Total domestic gasoline supply dropped from 239.3 million barrels to 232.9 million. Gasoline production increased \, averaging 9.8 million barrels per day.

At the close of Friday’s formal trading session, WTI fell $10.34 to settle at $83.85 a barrel. The EIA reports crude oil inventories decreased by 0.9 million barrels from the previous week. At 463.8 million barrels, U.S. crude oil inventories are about 1% above the five-year average for this time of year.

“Michigan drivers are finally seeing some relief at the pump with gas prices falling double digits for the first time since February,” said Adrienne Woodland, spokesperson, AAA-The Auto Club Group. “Swings at the pump may not be over, as volatility remains and prices could change quickly.”

Compared to last week, Metro Detroit’s average daily gas price decreased. Metro Detroit’s current average is $3.84 per gallon, about 8 cents less than last week’s average but still 72 cents more than this same time last year.

The most expensive gas prices are in Benton Harbor at $3.92 a gallon, while Flint has the lowest price at $3.69) per gallon.

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.