July 2, 2021 by Marlee McCormick

Texas Independence Day Weekend Gas Price Highest Since 2014

(Austin, TX) — The average gas price in Texas is on the rise again.

Triple-A Texas says drivers are paying two-80 for a gallon of regular unleaded, up five cents from this time last week. It’s also the highest average gas price for Independence Day Weekend since 2014.

Triple-A Texas cites higher demand and global market optimism on oil as reasons for the jump.