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Gas Prices Hit 20-Year Low as Travel Soars
5/21/2025
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- Memorial Day weekend gas prices are projected at $3.08 per gallon, the lowest since 2003 when adjusted for inflation.
- A record 39.4 million Americans are expected to travel by car this holiday.
- AAA recommends vehicle preparation and avoiding peak travel times for safety.
- Current gas prices are about 40 cents lower than last year, with some areas as low as $2.66 per gallon.
