Gas prices rose 2 cents nationwide last week, as prices in the southeast face upward pressure. Wholesale gasoline prices rose 7 cents in Tennessee.
Gas prices in Tennessee held steady last week, but faced upward pressure heading into Monday. Tennessee gas prices averaged $2.61 on Sunday. The state average is 2 cents more than a month ago and 53 cents more than a year ago.
AAA spokesman Mark Jenkins said we may see higher gas prices this week. Strong demand and lower inventories pushed wholesale prices higher. The added cost for retailers will likely be passed along to motorists.
The national average price for a gallon of regular unleaded was $2.85, which is 55 cents higher than a year ago.
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Jul 31, 2018 | 5:00 AM