Overview

• GasBuddy projects a national average of about $3.15 per gallon for Labor Day, roughly 14 cents lower than 2024 and the lowest since 2020.
• White House spokeswoman Taylor Rogers hailed the seasonal drop as proof of President Trump’s energy agenda making fuel more affordable.
• AAA reports wide variation by state, with Georgia averaging $2.895 for regular and Colorado at $3.18, both below last year’s holiday levels.
• A storm-related shutdown at BP’s Whiting, Indiana refinery has driven regional spikes, with Chicago-area averages near $3.75 and only partial operations restored.
• GasBuddy’s Patrick De Haan sees a chance for sub-$3 national averages this fall, though hurricane season and refinery issues remain key risks, and AAA urges drivers to fill up early and shop around.