According to data from AAA, the national average sits at just $3.37, 47 cents lower than a year ago and 13 cents lower than last month.
Multiple factors are helping keep gas prices low, including remote work reducing commuting and an increase in electric vehicles on the roads, which, although modest, helps reduce gasoline demand.
Gas prices are expected to average just $3.00 nationally going into the holiday season, but an active hurricane season could pose risks for prices.
The aging U.S. population is a contributing factor, as older Americans generally drive less, which helps keep overall fuel demand in check.
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