US National Average Gasoline Price Hits $4.18 Per Gallon

As of late April 2026, the national average price for regular gasoline in the United States reached $4.18 per gallon, the highest level observed since the summer of 2022. This increase in gasoline prices follows a period of significant price surges that occurred after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which saw prices peak at approximately $5 per gallon. Data from the American Automobile Association (AAA) indicated that the average price was recorded around April 28, 2026, reflecting ongoing fluctuations in the energy market.

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