WACO, Texas (KXXV) \u2014 AAA Texas projected this Fourth of July weekend to be a record-breaking travel holiday, estimating that nearly five million Texans hit the road \u2014 and drivers are feeling relief at the pump.<\/p>\n
Instead of the usual holiday spikes in fuel costs, prices have actually continued to drop.<\/p>\n
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Gas prices drop nearly 40 cents in one month, giving Texas drivers relief this July 4th weekend<\/p>\n
“Being down almost a dollar the past couple weeks has made Fourth of July travel a lot easier for us,” said Cody Calloway. <\/p>\n
AAA Texas says lower crude oil prices are the main reason why. Drivers say they’re excited about the new prices, but unsure if they’ll last.<\/p>\n
“In the last two weeks gas has come down substantially to the point where I can fill my truck for under $100,” said Robert Nolin.<\/p>\n
Gas prices have dropped nearly 40 cents within one month, making Sunday’s average $3.34 per gallon.<\/p>\n
“It’s really helping my business a lot. Gas prices were killin us. I just filled my tank for $99 and a couple weeks ago it was about $180,” said Nolin. <\/p>\n
Sunday’s average price is still over 60 cents more than it was this time last year, but for Texans driving home from holiday plans, it’s still a nice surprise.<\/p>\n
If you want to estimate your fuel expenses based on your vehicle and destination, check out AAA’s online gas cost calculator HERE: <\/p>\n