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Gas Prices Drop to $2.98, Relief for Hartford Drivers

1/1/2026

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  • As 2025 ends, Hartford regular unleaded gas prices have declined to $2.98 per gallon, providing relief to drivers, above Connecticut average of $2.95 and down from $3.08 a month ago.
  • Chris Herb, spokesperson for the Connecticut Energy Marketers Association, attributes the price decrease to increased domestic crude oil production.
  • Heating oil prices have dropped.
  • Heating oil prices remain higher than last year.
  • Residents hope for continued lower prices in the new year.