Fuel Prices Back on the Up and Up

For the first time in 127 days, the national average price for regular unleaded gasoline exceeded $2.50 per gallon on Friday. Sunday’s price of $2.53 per gallon represents an increase of 8 cents per gallon in comparison to last Sunday, and the national average has moved higher for 12 consecutive days. According to Mark Jenkins, of  AAA Prices are likely to continue inching upward approaching the start of the summer driving season, which is not uncommon for this time of year. Georgia begins this week with an average of $2.40, up 7 cents from the $2.33 average that started last week. Rabun County kicks the week off with an average of $2.35 per gallon.