VIRGINIA – Drivers are starting to see another spike in prices at the pump. In fact, the national average has risen 25 cents for the second week straight, according to AAA. 10 News is working for you to break down what drivers can expect across the region.
As of Friday, May 15, the AAA states that the average price for regular gasoline in Virginia is $4.320 per gallon. Premium is averaging $5.157 per gallon, while diesel sits at $5.576.
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In our region, some of the highest gas prices are in Botetourt, Highland and Nelson counties, where drivers are paying $4.32, $4.45, and $4.41 per gallon for regular gas, respectively.
However, there are still some deals throughout Virginia to keep on your radar.
According to GasBuddy:
- In Roanoke, Sam’s Club on Towne Square and BJ’s on Hershberger Road both have regular gas for $3.91 and premium for $4.29. At the Walmart on Dale Avenue, regular gas is $3.91, while midgrade is $4.13 and diesel is $5.24.
- Going further south, you’ll find regular gas for $3.87 at Sam’s Club at 215 Piedmont Pl in Danville, where premium is $4.69, and diesel is $5.07. Murphy Express at 474 Mount Cross Road in Danville also has regular gas for $3.93.
- In the Lynchburg area, some of the lowest gas prices can be found at Murphy USA on Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, where regular is $3.97, midgrade is $4.37 and premium is $4.77. Another low price is at Shell on Burks Hill Road in Bedford, where regular gas is $3.99.
Count on 10 News to bring you the latest price at the pump every morning.
To find out where the lowest fuel prices are near you, visit GasBuddy’s website.
Since the U.S. and Israel launched a joint war against Iran on Feb. 28, the cost of crude oil, the main ingredient in gasoline, has spiked and swung rapidly. That’s because the conflict has caused deep supply chain disruptions and cuts from major oil producers across the Middle East.