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DEARBORN – Gas prices in Michigan are down 18 cents from a week ago. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $4.01 per gallon for regular unleaded. This price is 73 cents less than this time last month but still 72 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 increased from 8.73 million b/d to 9.21 million. Total domestic gasoline supply decreased from 215.1 million barrels to 214.2 million. Gasoline production increased last week, averaging 10.1 million barrels per day.

At the close of Thursday’s formal trading session, WTI fell 19 cents to settle at $76.60 a barrel. The EIA reports crude oil inventories decreased by 8.3 million barrels from the previous week. At 418.2 million barrels, U.S. crude oil inventories are about 6% below the five-year average for this time of year.

“Michigan drivers are getting some relief at the pump, with gas prices falling to their lowest level since April,” said Adrienne Woodland, spokesperson, AAA-The Auto Club Group. “While lower prices are welcome news, market conditions remain unpredictable and gas prices can change quickly.”

Compared to last week, Metro Detroit’s average daily gas price decreased. Metro Detroit’s current average is $4.12 per gallon, about 13 cents less than last week’s average but still 83 cents more than this same time last year.

Most expensive gas price averages was in Detroit where it was $4.12 a gallon. The least expensive gas price averages were in Grand Rapids where it was $3.83 a gallon.

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.