Here’s when you could start seeing lower gas prices

Plunge in crude oil prices will lead to savings at the pump, AAA says

Prices at the pump. (WPLG)

ORLANDO, Fla. – Experts say Florida drivers may soon get a break from the pain at the pump.

A new report by AAA found that crude oil prices ended last week down 10% from the previous week. Crude oil closed at $68.15 per barrel, the lowest daily price since Sept. 9.

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According to experts, that could translate to a 20-25 cents per gallon drop in gas prices over the next few weeks.

On Monday, gas prices in Florida averaged $3.34 per gallon, cheaper than the national average, which stands at $3.39 per gallon.


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