Gas prices drop ahead of Fourth of July weekend in Colorado

In the United States, the Fourth of July holiday was approaching, with expectations of heavy travel across the nation. Approximately 72 million Americans were predicted to drive during this busy holiday weekend. Colorado was one of the states where residents typically journeyed to the mountains for celebrations. According to AAA, gas prices in Colorado averaged $3.20 per gallon, which was a decrease from the previous year's average of $3.34. This significant decline in fuel prices offered relief to drivers planning to travel. Skyler McKinley, the Regional Director of Public Affairs for AAA, emphasized the economic benefits of refueling earlier, advising drivers to fill their tanks on Tuesday to avoid congestion and potential price increases closer to the holiday. He noted that this was particularly prudent as people typically fill up their tanks on the Wednesday preceding the holiday. McKinley recommended that drivers never let their fuel levels drop too low to avoid being stranded and suggested that vehicles should be filled when the tank reaches half full to minimize wear on the engine. Additionally, he pointed out that gas stations located in neighborhoods rather than on highways tend to offer better pricing. As the holiday approached, the combination of low gas prices and high travel expectations set a favorable backdrop for the Fourth of July celebrations in Colorado and across America.