The national average for a gallon of gas dipped by two cents since last week to $3.22, according to data released on September 19, 2024. This decrease follows a period of more significant declines but was slowed by the arrival of Hurricane Francine on the Gulf Coast, which temporarily affected oil production and refining in the area. In contrast, the national average cost for public EV charging remained unchanged.

"Gasoline prices have been plunging lately and it is not uncommon to see them take a bit of a breather during hurricane season," said Andrew Gross, AAA spokesperson. "Gasoline demand and oil costs are low, so pump prices may soon resume a slow descent. There are 14 states with averages below $3 a gallon, and several more may soon follow."