According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gas in Pennsylvania hits $4.54 a gallon.


That's about 16 cents higher than a week ago -- 28 cents more than a month ago.


Erie county drivers are paying 4-44 a gallon on average according to triple a.


The national average is one cent under the record high price of $4.33 a gallon set back in March.

To address this nationwide issue President Biden announced no new policies but touted action like the release of oil from the strategic petroleum reserve.

AAA recommends people drive slower, shorter distances and smaller cars when trying to save money.