Diesel Prices Drop Slightly After Recent Spike, While Gas Edges Up Nationwide

 

After weeks of steady increases, diesel prices across the U.S. have finally started to decline, giving truck drivers and freight operators a bit of relief at the pump. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the national average for diesel dropped by 1 cent to $3.805 per gallon as of July 28. Meanwhile, gasoline prices inched up by 0.2 cents, bringing the national average to $3.123 per gallon.

Where Diesel Prices Are Falling (and Rising)

Across different regions of the country, diesel prices showed a mix of small increases and decreases:

• Gulf Coast: Dropped 2 cents to $3.454 — the largest regional decrease

• East Coast: Fell 1 cent to $3.812

• Midwest: Slight dip of 0.1 cent, now at $3.794

• West Coast: Increased 0.4 cents to $4.546
  • Excluding California: Up 1 cent to $4.189

• Rocky Mountains: Rose 1 cent to $3.781

In comparison, the AAA Motor Club reported an even lower national diesel average of $3.734, which is 8 cents lower than a year ago, reflecting a positive long-term trend for drivers and fleets.

Gas Prices Stay Mostly Flat

Gasoline prices didn’t move much this week, though there were slight changes across U.S. regions:

• Midwest: Noted the largest increase, up 3 cents to $3.014

• Gulf Coast: Rose 1 cent to $2.748

• West Coast: Fell 3 cents to $3.995
  • Excluding California: Also down 3 cents to $3.734

• Rocky Mountains: Dropped 2 cents to $3.121

• East Coast: Decreased 1 cent to $2.999

AAA also reported a slightly higher gasoline average than EIA at $3.136, though still 37 cents lower than this time last year.

What’s Driving the Trends?

AAA credited the steadiness of 2025 fuel prices to relatively low crude oil costs — about $65 per barrel. Compared to past years, this summer has been less volatile in terms of gas prices, with no sharp increases or drops so far.

While gas prices remain relatively stable, the slight dip in diesel offers some relief to the trucking industry, which has faced ongoing pressure from fluctuating fuel costs. With freight demand and fuel usage remaining high, especially during the summer months, continued tracking of diesel price trends is crucial for drivers and fleet managers alike.

As fuel prices continue to shift week to week, small regional changes can have a big impact on transportation costs across the country. Staying updated helps drivers make smarter decisions on the road and at the pump.

 

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