National, Oregon averages are on the rise PORTLAND, Ore., – Pump prices are rising across the country due to refinery maintenance and the switch to summer-blend fuel. Here in the Pacific Northwest, the increases are amplified by the closure of locks on the Columbia River, which has prevented fuel barges from moving through. This has…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Atmospheric rivers in California, refinery maintenance and the switch to summer-blend fuel in Northern California are sending pump prices higher on the West Coast. But the national average is fairly steady this week after increasing for the last month. For the week, the national average for regular ticks down half a cent…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Refinery issues have sent gas prices higher in the Midwest, pushing the national average price of gas higher as well. Here in Oregon, pump prices are ticking up. This is the time of year for the seasonal climb in gas prices due to refinery maintenance and the switch to EPA-mandated summer-blend fuel.…
PORTLAND, Ore., – New research from AAA shows that Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) only works in certain driving situations. Reverse AEB is a driver assistance system that can automatically apply a car’s brakes when it detects a potential collision behind the vehicle when a driver is backing up. AAA tested four vehicles equipped with…
New AAA research shows dangers faced by emergency responders PORTLAND, Ore., – Emergency responders who help stranded drivers on the side of the road are struck and killed nearly four times more than reported. A new study by the AAA Foundation for Safety reveals a disturbing picture of the dangers of helping stranded drivers. AAA…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Pump prices continue to inch up in most states but Oregon drivers are seeing a small decline. Gas prices often start to rise this time of year as winter eases and demand for gas creeps higher. For the week, the national average for regular adds two cents to $3.15 a gallon. The…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Most states are seeing pump prices rise this week, but Oregon continues to see prices inch down for now. Gas prices are rebounding after winter weather events across the country, and crude oil prices are on the rise in response to positive economic news and more attacks in the Middle East. For…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices are in the winter doldrums in most states, including Oregon, this week with minimal changes in their averages. This is likely due to winter weather which can impact demand, refining operations and gasoline distribution. Some states with extreme weather have seen prices climb. For the week, the national average for…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices are showing little movement this week. The national average has barely budged and most states, including Oregon, are seeing prices change by only a few cents. The factors are fairly stable crude oil prices and ho-hum demand for gas. For the week, the national average for regular edges down half…
PORTLAND, Ore., – Gas prices are ticking down as 2024 begins and are similar to prices at the start of 2023. Most states, including Oregon, are seeing week-over-week declines. Demand for gas has nosedived, putting downward pressure on pump prices. For the week, the national average for regular slips three cents to $3.08 a gallon.…