Gasoline prices have been inching up recently, but they’re still on track to notch the cheapest July Fourth since 2021. That’s bringing some relief to drivers across the U.S., where a gallon of regular costs an average of $3.51, 2 cents cheaper than both last month’s and last year’s levels, according to AAA.
“It’s really quite something.” Google Maps users can also switch on the app’s eco-friendly route feature, which recommends more fuel-efficient paths that minimize hills and stop-and-go traffic patterns, which can gobble up gas. Most vehicles also come with an “eco mode” that limits how readily your car accelerates when you hit the gas and shuts off energy-consuming features.