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Local Gas Prices Fall, Analysts Warn Of Rebound Risk

PUBLISHED Apr 20, 2026, 8:04 AM ET

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Peoria, Illinois. Local gasoline prices fell this week as GasBuddy and AAA reported declines across multiple U.S. metros: Peoria averaged $4.19 per gallon Monday, Toledo averaged $3.60 this week, Green Bay averaged $3.74, and Michigan averaged $3.83, while the national average dipped to $3.97 over the weekend. The drops provided immediate consumer relief this week, but analysts cautioned that the relief may be short-lived after oil prices surged following Iran's re-closing of the Strait of Hormuz. Patrick De Haan (GasBuddy) and AAA spokesperson Adrienne Woodland warned of renewed volatility and the potential for gasoline prices to rise again in the days ahead.

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GasBuddy and AAA compile weekly retail gasoline and diesel price data for U.S. metros.
Over the reporting week, national average gasoline fell to $3.97, down about 9.4 cents.
Local averages fell: Peoria $4.19 (Monday), Toledo $3.60 (week), Green Bay $3.74, Michigan $3.83.
Iran re-closed the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a surge in oil prices in overnight trading.
Analysts warn that renewed volatility could cause gasoline prices to rise again in the coming days.

News Intelligence

Lower gas prices mean more money in your pocket. But, if Iran's actions cause oil prices to surge, you could see a rise at the pump again. Keep an eye on local gas prices and consider filling up if they start to climb.

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Who Benefited

Short-term consumers benefited from lower pump prices this week, while energy traders and oil producers stand to benefit if volatility increases and crude prices rise.

Who Impacted

Drivers and households saw relief this week but remain vulnerable to renewed fuel-price spikes if geopolitical disruptions push oil markets higher.

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Articles Published:: 9
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 9
Distribution:: Left 0%, Center 100%, Right 0%

Who Benefited

Short-term consumers benefited from lower pump prices this week, while energy traders and oil producers stand to benefit if volatility increases and crude prices rise.

Who Impacted

Drivers and households saw relief this week but remain vulnerable to renewed fuel-price spikes if geopolitical disruptions push oil markets higher.