As the spring equinox ushers in warmer weather and more time on the road, prices at the pump are climbing with the season. AAA reports the national average rose about 28 cents in a single week, with seasonal demand pushing costs higher.
What AAA is reporting
According to AAA, gas prices continued their upward trend heading into spring, driven by rising demand as the weather warms. A White House announcement to release 172 million barrels of oil from U.S. strategic reserves over four months had no immediate effect on the market, as crude oil prices kept climbing. The national average for public EV charging held steady at about 41 cents per kilowatt-hour.
The good news: you can fight back at the pump
You can't control crude oil prices — but a well-maintained vehicle simply uses less fuel. Small things add up over a tank, and over a year they add up to real money.
- Fresh oil & a clean engine air filter help your engine run efficiently instead of working harder than it needs to.
- Properly inflated tires reduce rolling resistance — underinflation is one of the most common, and easily fixed, causes of wasted fuel.
- Staying on top of routine maintenance catches the small issues that quietly drag down your mileage.
⛽ How Apex can help
Every full-service oil change at Apex includes a tire-pressure check, fluid inspection, and air-filter check — the basics that keep your fuel economy where it should be. When prices are climbing, a quick maintenance stop is one of the easiest ways to get more out of every gallon. No appointment needed.
Call (555) 555-5555Source: AAA Newsroom — “As Spring Equinox Arrives, Gas Prices Continue to Climb” (March 19, 2026). Fuel-saving recommendations reflect general AAA and industry maintenance guidance. Full fuel report at gasprices.aaa.com.