Although the average for a gallon of regular gasoline in Arizona fell, down 5 cents to $4.66, Arizonas are paying $1.21 more per gallon compared to last year. Nationally, prices dipped slightly to $4.33. Gas prices remain elevated as crude oil prices hover near $100 per barrel.

“The national average has stayed above $4 per gallon since late July and is currently more than a dollar higher than it was this time last year,” said David Caltabiano, spokesperson for AAA Mountain West Group. “The fall months typically bring lower gas prices, but volatility in the oil market has led to seasonal record highs this year.”

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