Gas Prices: Hitting the $4 Mark

Well, depending on where you fill up in the Broadneck area, you are paying $4 per gallon or close to it. Here are prices you have seen at the pump this week:

Sunoco, 1506 Ritchie Hwy., Arnold - $3.969

Exxon, 317 Buschs Frontage Rd., Annapolis - $3.989

Wawa, 321 Buschs Frontage Rd., Annapolis - $3.979

Shell, 1318 Cape St. Claire Rd., Annapolis - $4.139

7-11, 730 E. College Parkway, Annapolis - $3.979

Highs, 158 Old Mill Bottom Rd., Annapolis - $4.019

Exxon, 1501 Ritchie Hwy., Arnold - $4.169

Crown, 68 Old Mill Bottom Rd., Annapolis - $4.019

National Gas Price Average

Yesterday - $3.982

Week ago - $3.984

Month ago - $3.808

Year ago $2.890

AAA provides the following advice to achieve better fuel efficiency:

■ Don’t top off your gas tank. In warm weather, fuel expansion can cause overflow.

■ If you must replace a gas cap, make sure it is the right one for your car. A poorly fitting cap can cause engine problems, increase emissions and reduce fuel economy.

■ Keep track of gas mileage. If you notice a decrease in fuel economy, your vehicle may not be operating at peak performance.

■ Look into gas rebate programs that provide a rebate every time you fill up.