Historic Gas Prices Reach $4.47 Nationwide in September

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As of September 22, the average cost for regular gasoline surged to $4.47 per gallon, marking the highest September fuel prices ever recorded. This month sees prices remaining above $4 a gallon continuously for the first time. In California, motorists face the highest rates at $6.19 per gallon, while Texas boasts the lowest at $3.96. Over the previous month, gasoline prices have experienced an increase of approximately 7-8%, with diesel prices escalating by around 14%, attributed to limited refinery capacity and heightened seasonal demand. Experts indicate that prices may continue to rise into October as refineries transition to winter-blend production. Disclosure: This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools.  ai-generated

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00:00Gas prices just hit a level America has never seen in September,

00:03and drivers in some states are paying far more than others.

00:06The national average for regular gasoline climbed to $4.47 a gallon,

00:11making this the most expensive September for fuel on record,

00:14with prices staying above $4 a gallon all month for the first time ever.

00:19California drivers are paying the most in the country at $6.19 a gallon,

00:24while Texas has the cheapest gas at just $3.96.

00:27Over the past month alone, regular gasoline prices have risen roughly 7% to 8%,

00:33while diesel has jumped about 14%,

00:36driven by tight refinery capacity and rising seasonal demand.

00:40Analysts warn prices could keep climbing into October,

00:43as refineries switch over to winter blend fuel production,

00:46meaning relief at the pump may not come anytime soon for American drivers.

00:51Disclosure, this video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced

00:54using AI-assisted tools.

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