{"id":244074,"date":"2026-04-24T00:56:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T00:56:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/244074\/"},"modified":"2026-04-24T00:56:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T00:56:10","slug":"high-gas-prices-in-central-florida-squeeze-drivers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/244074\/","title":{"rendered":"High gas prices in Central Florida squeeze drivers"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2014 Central Florida drivers are continuing to feel pressure at the pump as gas prices remain elevated across the region.<\/p>\n

With some prices topping $4 a gallon, many drivers are looking for ways to stretch every tank and cut costs where they can.<\/p>\n

Action 9 Consumer Investigator Jeff Deal is taking a closer look at practical ways drivers may be able to save money and improve fuel efficiency.<\/p>\n

The report will break down simple habits and strategies that could help drivers get more mileage while managing rising fuel costs.<\/p>\n

Watch Jeff Deal\u2019s full report Thursday at 5:45 p.m. on Channel 9 Eyewitness News.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here<\/a> to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.<\/p>\n

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