AAA: Michigan gas prices continue to decline
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DEARBORN – Gas prices in Michigan are down 22 cents from a week ago. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $4.47 per gallon for regular unleaded. This price is 42 cents more than this time last month and $1.36 more than this time last year.
Motorists are paying an average of $67 for a full 15-gallon tank of gasoline; an increase of about $16 from 2025’s highest price last August.
According to new data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand decreased from 8.84 million barrels per day to 8.68 million. Total domestic gasoline supply decreased from 206 million barrels to 204.4 million. Gasoline production also decreased from 9.59 million barrels to 9.46 million per day.
At the close of Friday's formal trading session, WTI fell $1.76 to settle at $91.11 per barrel. The EIA reports that U.S. crude oil inventories increased 0.9 million barrels to 427.3 million barrels, 2% above the five-year average.
“Michigan drivers are seeing some relief at the pump, with gas prices dropping 22 cents in the past week,” said Adrienne Woodland, spokesperson, AAA-The Auto Club Group. “While prices continue to trend downward, motorists are still paying significantly more than they were a year ago.”
Compared to last week, Metro Detroit's average daily gas price decreased. Metro Detroit's current average is $4.50 per gallon, about 21 cents less than last week's average but still $1.43 more than this same time last year.
The most expensive gas price averages were in Ann Arbor where the average price for a gallon of fuel was $4.54. The least expensive gas price average was in Flint at $4.28 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. Click here for more information. Members can also save money when buying gasoline, diesel, and propa