Election Day gas prices have surged to their highest-ever national average, exceeding $4.11 per gallon, according to real-time tracking data. This marks a significant jump from the prior record set on Election Day in 2022, when prices peaked near $3.75 per gallon. With fuel costs remaining a key economic concern for voters, the latest spike reflects ongoing volatility in energy markets. Analysts attribute the rise to a mix of geopolitical tensions and persistent supply chain pressures.
Gas prices today are at a record high for an Election Day, hovering at an average of $4.11 a gallon nationally as of Tuesday afternoon, according to GasBuddy. The previous record for Election Day gas prices was set in 2022, with an average of around $3.75 per gallon, U.S. government data shows. The figures are...
