As more people stay home, gas prices continue to plunge.
The average price for a gallon in Tennessee is now $1.59 which is nearly 35 cents less than one month ago and one dollar less than one year ago, according to AAA.
“One in four U.S. gas stations are selling gas for $1.49 or less,” said Megan Cooper, spokesperson, AAA - The Auto Club Group. “Even with regional refinery rates dropping, we will continue to see gas prices decrease though potentially at a slower rate than the past few weeks.”
In Knoxville, the average price is $1.59 for a gallon of regular.
Right now, 38% of Tennessee filling stations have gas prices below $1.50. Prices have declined for 54 consecutive days for a total discount of 64 cents per gallon
Nationally, the average price is $1.81.