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Labor Day weekend travelers face the highest gas prices EVER for this time of year
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Mia Tricarico , as published by KVIA ABC-7
· September 7, 2026
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Key points 14 a gallon, surpassing the previous record of $3. Travelers over Labor Day weekend are facing record-high gas prices.
Travelers over Labor Day weekend are facing record-high gas prices. The national average has reached $4.14 a gallon, surpassing the previous record of $3.82 set in 2012. This increase is expected to impact travel, which typically peaks on Thursdays, Fridays, and Mondays during this weekend.
Gas prices are not only high nationally, but also in specific areas, with regular, mid, premium, and diesel prices available. These prices have been tracked over time, with current, yesterday, week ago, month ago, and year ago averages recorded.
Further details on gas prices and their impact on travel are available from the American Automobile Association.
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Category: News Published: September 7, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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