AAA: Michigan gas prices jump 32 cents in a week
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DEARBORN – Gas prices in Michigan are up 32 cents from a week ago. Michigan drivers are now paying an average of $4.83 per gallon for regular unleaded. This price is 6 cents less than this time last month and $1.75 more than this time last year.
Motorists are paying an average of $72 for a full 15-gallon tank of gasoline; an increase of about $21 from 2025’s highest price last August.
According to new data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gasoline demand increased from 8.40 million barrels per day to 8.98 million. Total domestic gasoline supply decreased from 208.3 million barrels to 205.3 million. Gasoline production increased from 9.23 million barrels per day to 9.75 million barrels.
At the close of Friday's formal trading session, WTI rose $3.80 to settle at $103.27 per barrel. The EIA reports that U.S. crude oil inventories decreased 3.1 million barrels to 412.5 million barrels, 3% below the five-year average.
“Gas prices have surged 32 cents in a week, delivering another hit to Michigan drivers,” said Adrienne Woodland, spokesperson, AAA-The Auto Club Group. “IWith crude oil back above $100 a barrel, elevated oil prices are adding significant upward pressure to what motorists are paying for gasoline.”
The most expensive gas price averages were in Detroit where it is $4.89 per gallon, while the least expensive gas price averages were in Marquette at $4.65 a gallon.
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.