AAA reports Tennessee Gas Prices go up Six Cents
December 22, 2020
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee gas price average continues to trend upward, climbing six cents over last week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $1.98 which is 12 cents more than one month ago and 34 cents less than one year ago.
“The recent gas price pump increases are a bit surprising given December demand numbers are the lowest posted for the month since 1999,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Rising crude oil prices and tightening supply are the main factors contributing to the uptick in pump prices.”
AAA says increased Gas Inventories will help keep Pump Prices down this Summer. (AAA)
AAA says Tennessee Gas Prices rise nearly Two Cents
December 15, 2020
Nashville, TN – AAA reports Tennessee gas price average remains relatively steady, up nearly two cents from last week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $1.92 which is four cents more than one month ago and 38 cents less than one year ago.
“Gasoline demand is down 14% year-over-year. The numbers we are seeing as of late are very similar to readings from May when many states were locked down and demand was very low,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “The fact is, Americans are filling-up less as states re-introduce travel restrictions and the pandemic lingers.”
Tennessee moves to 7th least expensive market in the nation. (AAA)
AAA Survey shows Men Are More Aggressive Behind the Wheel
December 12, 2020
Nashville, TN – Data gathered by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety confirms the perception that men tend to speed, tailgate, merge dangerously, and make rude gestures or honk at other drivers more than women.
The survey finds that women also admit to some dangerous driving habits, such as running red lights. Overall, younger male and female drivers tend to be more aggressive than older drivers. With everyday stress already compounded by the pandemic and now the holiday season, which can elevate tensions on the road, AAA urges motorists to keep their cool and avoid dangerous driving habits.
AAA urges motorists to keep their cool as research shows differences between men and women regarding aggressive driving behavior. (AAA)
AAA reports Tennessee Gas Prices Remain Steady
December 10, 2020
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee gas price average remains steady, increasing only a penny over last week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $1.90 which is four cents more than one month ago and 43 cents less than one year ago.
“Gas prices were predicted to decrease following the holiday, but robust gains in crude oil prices and the OPEC decision to increase production next year led to a number of states seeing pump price jumps of 3 to 12 cents,” said Megan Cooper, spokesperson, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “In Tennessee, the change in pump prices was minimal at only a penny increase and prices remain relatively cheap at 43 cents lower than this time last year.”
Tennessee moves to 8th least expensive market in nation. (AAA)
AAA Urges Drivers to Safely Secure Real Christmas Trees
December 7, 2020
Nashville, TN – This year, more than ever, families are likely eager to bring some holiday cheer to their lives. This could mean shopping (and doing so early) for a real Christmas tree.
However, nothing will make you say “bah humbug” faster than losing the tree you just bought on the drive home and creating hazardous situations for other drivers.
Real Christmas trees can become dangerous projectiles if not properly secured. (AAA)
AAA tells everyone to Drive Safely while Viewing Holiday Lights
December 6, 2020
Nashville, TN – Enjoying holiday lights from your car is a great way to get into the holiday spirit while maintaining social distance. Whether you are heading to a community display or checking out decorations in your neighborhood, it’s important to stay safe on the road by avoiding risks behind the wheel.
“Drive-thru events and activities have been a go-to for family fun throughout 2020,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Personal vehicles can help you safely share in the joys of the season, but combining driving with other activities could land you on the naughty list.”
AAA gives tips to avoid landing on the naughty list while taking in the sights of the season. (AAA)
AAA reports Tennessee Gas Prices drops 2 Cents ahead of Thanksgiving
November 24, 2020
Clarksville-Montgomery County has the 3rd Cheapest Gas Prices in Tennessee
Nashville, TN – Tennessee gas prices, on average, are nearly two cents cheaper heading into the Thanksgiving holiday. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $1.85 which is nearly seven cents less than one month ago and nearly 46 cents less than one year ago.
“Typically, cheaper gas prices are an incentive for people to travel during a holiday weekend, but that is just not the case this year,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman, AAA – The Auto Club Group.
Tennessee moves to the 7th least expensive gas market in United States. (AAA)
AAA reports Tennessee Gas Price Average rises Two Cents
November 22, 2020
Nashville, TN – Tennessee gas prices, on average, are up two cents this week – breaking a four week streak of declines. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $1.87 which is seven cents less than one month ago and 46 cents less than one year ago.
“Following a jump in demand, Tennessee broke its 29-day streak of declines and the state gas price average rose two cents,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. “However, with many states seeing rising COVID-19 case numbers and a number of officials warning against holiday travel, demand is likely to see a dip in coming weeks.”
Tennessee moves to 8th least expensive market in the nation. (AAA)
AAA says Holiday Travel Season Approaches, COVD-19 Remains a Concern, Yet Confidence is Growing
November 9, 2020
Nashville, TN – Tennesseans are cautiously developing plans for the holiday travel season. A new AAA survey determined that the pandemic and presidential election are key influencers in how comfortable people feel about traveling in the coming months.
According to a recent AAA Consumer Pulse™ survey, the majority (74%) are concerned about traveling this holiday season, due to the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic.
AAA reports 75% of Tennesseans will be traveling this holiday season n their personal vehicle. (AAA)
AAA reports Tennessee Gas Price Average drops Four Cents
November 4, 2020
Clarksville-Montgomery County has the 3rd Cheapest Gas Prices in Tennessee
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee gas price average continues to decline and has dropped four cents over last week. The Tennessee Gas Price average is now $1.87 which is seven cents less than one month ago and 43 cents less than one year ago.
Tennessee’s state gas price average has declined the past 20 consecutive days for a total discount of seven cents.
Pump prices are 18 cents less than the average price on Election Day 2016. (AAA)
