Gas Prices Expected to Drop Even Lower

Here's some good news for your wallet. Gas prices dropped this past week and they're expected to drop even more.  

Today in Palm Harbor, we found a gallon of unleaded selling for a low of $3.43. That price is not too shabby considering AAA's Daily Fuel Gauge Report lists the current average price of a gallon of unleaded gas in Tampa Bay at $3.50.

This week's average in Tampa Bay is actually down from last week's average of $3.57. AAA officials say it's because crude oil prices fell along with consumer confidence, which is at a 30-year low. We can expect gas prices to continue to decline.

"Some retailers are slow to drop prices at the pump since the market is so volatile at this time. However, consumers should start to see retail gas prices fall even further this week as a result of crude oil continuing to trade below $90 a barrel," said Jessica Brady, spokesperson, AAA Auto Club South.

Here's a look at the gas stations in Palm Harbor that are offering the three lowest prices for a gallon of regular unleaded gas as of 5 p.m. Wednesday, according to TampaGasPrices.com:

$ 3.43

• Hess 33600 US 19 (near Nebraska Ave.)
• Hess 36763 US 19 (near Citrus Dr.)
• Valero 3000 Belcher Rd.

$ 3.44

• Hess 2485 Nebraska Ave.
• 2734 Alt US 19 (near Alderman Rd.)

$ 3.45

• Super Gas US 19 & Tampa Rd.
• Super Gas 32505 US 19 & Tampa Rd.