Gas prices break another record

ORLANDO, Fla. — Gas prices have hit another all-time high in Florida and across the country.

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The average price for a gallon of gas in the state is now one cent higher, at $4.50.

The national average used to be lower than Florida, but it is now at $4.52 a gallon.

“The high cost of oil, the key ingredient in gasoline, is driving these high pump prices for consumers,” said Andrew Gross, AAA spokesperson. “Even the annual seasonal demand dip for gasoline during the lull between spring break and Memorial Day, which would normally help lower prices, is having no effect this year.”

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Crude prices remain volatile, and as they surge, pump prices follow suit, AAA said. Pump prices will likely face upward pressure as oil prices stay above $105 per barrel.

AAA said the switch to the more expensive summer blend of gasoline, which usually adds seven to 10 cents per gallon depending on the market, is happening now.

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The switchover should be complete nationwide by early June, according to AAA.

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