COLUMBUS – The price of gasoline continued its march upward as the work week began in central Ohio.
Prices have risen seven of the last eight weeks, according to a daily survey from auto club AAA, the Oil Price Information Service and WEX Inc.
The price per gallon in Columbus was $1.99, 5 cents higher than the price a week ago, but 26 cents less than a year ago and about 7 cents lower than the national average.
The average price across Ohio was about $1.98, up 7 cents from the statewide average of around $1.91 a month ago, but 30 cents below the average price a year ago.
Gas prices have increased recently due partly to a decline in fuel production as refineries conduct seasonal maintenance.
Refineries and storage facilities also are reducing existing supplies to make room for summer-blend gasoline that’s mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency.