Texans see relief at the pump with largest weekly gas price decrease this year

Prices at the gas pump fell nearly 20 cents over the last week, marking the largest decrease this year, according to AAA Texas.

Drivers in the San Marcos/Austin area are paying 16 cents less per gallon of unleaded fuel compared to last week at $4.36. The statewide gas price average is $4.33 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel — 16 cents less than last week. The average cost per gallon, however, is $1.52 more per gallon than this time last year.

AAA Texas warned that while many drivers will be happy to see prices decline, it is uncertain if this trend will continue or if another round of fluctuations can be expected. Gas prices falling can be attributed to crude oil prices decreasing, AAA Texas said.