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Thursday, April 25, 2013

Elite Auto Detailing Offers Discount via Groupon

Treat your car to a professional cleaning on the cheap this spring.

In you are anything like me, the interior of your car takes just as much of a beating as the exterior.  Ready to come clean? Check out this deal for detailing currently running on the Internet savings site Groupon. Southampton-based Elite Auto is offering a full day detail package available for purchase at more than 50% off of the original price.  Check out Elite Auto Detailing's deal on Groupon here. 

Sunday, April 7, 2013

Gas Prices Continue to Decline in Southampton

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While gas prices declined in March, oil prices crept higher; both are indicators of an economic recovery, according to AAA’s Fuel Gauge Report. The national average this week is $3.637 for a gallon, down 2.1 cents from last week. In Bucks and Montgomery Counties, gas prices dropped another 2.6 cents a gallon to an average of $3.625, that’s 27.4 cents lower than last year’s prices. The Pennsylvania average retail price for a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline is $3.653, down 2.1 cents from a week ago. Nearby, the cheapest price for regular is $3.49 at the Car Wash USA on Industiral Boulevard. If you spotted a better price, tell us in comments.   4/2/13 WEEK AGO YEAR AGO National $3.637 $3.658 $3.925 Pennsylvania $3.653 $3.673 $3.927 …

Saturday, March 30, 2013

Gas Prices Drop Heading Into Holiday

As Easter approaches, gas is at a 3-year low. Find the cheapest gas in Southampton.

March has seen a steady decline in gas prices to the point that gas is cheaper now than last year. AAA continues to predict that the national average will crest lower than recent years as we head deeper into spring, according to AAA’s Fuel Gauge Report. In 2011 the national average for regular unleaded peaked at $3.98 on May 5. In 2012 the price peaked at $3.94 on April 5. The national average this week is $3.658 for a gallon, down 3.4 cents from last week. The Pennsylvania average retail price for a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline is $3.673, down 2.5 cents from a week ago. AAA reports that it is still too soon to say whether retail prices have already peaked for the spring because there is still refinery maintenance to be completed …

Saturday, March 23, 2013

Gas Cheaper Now Than Last Year

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Pennsylvanians are paying an average of 11.5 cents less today for a gallon of gas than we paid at this time last year, according to AAA’s Fuel Gauge Report. The national average for a gallon in the state is now $3.698, down 2.5 cents from a week ago. In Bucks and Montgomery Counties, gas prices dropped 3.2 cents a gallon to an average of $3.677, that’s 9.5 cents lower than a month ago and 11.4 cents lower than last year’s prices. The national average retail price for a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline is $3.692, down 1.1 cents from a week ago. Nearby, the cheapest price for regular is $3.53 at the Car Wash USA on Industrial Boulevard.  If you spotted a better price, tell us in comments.   3/19/13 WEEK AGO YEAR AGO National $3.692 $3.…

Saturday, March 9, 2013

Gas Prices Decline Slightly

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Drivers in every state are paying more at the pump than a month ago; however, Pennsylvania drivers are beginning to get some relief, according to AAA’s Fuel Gauge Report. Gas prices in the state have dropped 3.4 cents from a week ago and 3.5 cents in Bucks and Montgomery Counties. With “spot” gasoline prices (gasoline sold for immediate payment and delivery) also dropping dramatically across the country, it is likely that retail prices will continue to fall in the coming days, the report states. These recent declines and the fact that the national retail average has fallen below the year-ago price supports AAA’s prediction that gas prices will peak this spring at a lower level than recent years. Locally, the average price for a gallon of …

Fred Silver

4:31 pm on Sunday, March 10, 2013

The HESS station at Street Rd and 2nd Street Pike is $3.53 gal for regular self service!!   more ›

Saturday, March 2, 2013

Gas Prices Remain Steady This Week

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In the last month, gas prices have jumped about 30 cents in Bucks and Montgomery, but this last week saw little change, according to AAA’s Fuel Gauge Report. The surge in gasoline prices has been driven somewhat by rising crude oil prices but more directly because of refinery maintenance issues. This has meant less gasoline being produced and fewer supplies, which has pushed prices higher. Locally, the average price for a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Bucks and Montgomery is $3.779, up .7 cents since last week, 30.5 cents higher than a month ago and 4.5 cents higher than a year ago. In Pennsylvania, the average price of self-serve gasoline is now $3.799 per gallon, up 2.6 cents since last week. Nearby, the cheapest price for …

Thursday, February 21, 2013

Gas Prices Rise 30 Cents in a Month

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The national average for a gallon of gas has increased for 34 consecutive days, rising 47 cents or more than 14 percent during this stretch, according to AAA’s Fuel Gauge Report. This is the longest streak since the price increased 44 cents over 44 days March 22 - May 5, 2011. Locally, the average price for a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Bucks and Montgomery is $3.777, up 5.7 cents since last week, 31.9 cents higher than a month ago and 11.7 cents higher than a year ago. In Pennsylvania, the average price of self-serve gasoline is now $3.788 per gallon, up 5.6 cents since last week. One reason for the price increase is the trend of U.S. refineries performing seasonal maintenance and making the switchover to summer blend …

Saturday, January 5, 2013

Gas Prices Rise Slightly in New Year

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The average price of self-serve regular gas in Bucks and Montgomery Counties rose about 2.1 cents since last week, according to AAA’s Fuel Gauge Report. That is still 13.3 cents lower than last month but 12.6 cents higher than last year. The price per gallon nationally is also up—by about 4.4 cents—since last week. The national average price of gasoline in 2012 was $3.60 a gallon, which was the most expensive annual average on record. The previous annual record was $3.51 a gallon set in 2011, while the third most expensive year for gas prices was 2008, when the average was $3.25 a gallon. While the "fiscal cliff" deal in Washington could pressure gasoline prices higher to begin 2013, it is unlikely that this increase would be on par with a…

Friday, October 19, 2012

Gas Prices Drop 4 Cents a Gallon

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Gas prices seem to finally be dropping as we head into the cooler months of the year. Nationwide, the average price of self-serve regular gasoline dropped 9 cents, according to AAA’s Fuel Gauge Report. In Bucks County, the average price of a gallon is $3.888, which is 3.9 cents lower from a week ago, 7.5 cents lower than a month ago and 38.4 cents higher than a year ago. While the national average price for a gallon of gasoline has begun to decline, the daily average price has been the highest on record for each calendar day for eight straight weeks. AAA expects pump prices to continue to decline, but still set daily records, approaching the end of the year.  Locally, the cheapest price for regular is $3.80 at the Hess station located at …

Saturday, September 1, 2012

Gas Prices Jump 7.7 Cents Since Last Week

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The national average price for a gallon of regular self serve gasoline has increased 50 of the last 56 days, and went up 42 cents from the summer low of $3.33 on July 2, according to AAA’s Fuel Gauge Report. Some states – Hawaii, California, Washington, Oregon and Connecticut are paying more than $4 a gallon. In the Bucks and Montgomery Counties, the average price for self-serve regular unleaded gasoline is $3.803 per gallon, which is up 1.5 cents from a week ago, 16.9 cents higher than a month ago and 15.6 cents higher than a year ago. AAA, however, predicts prices will start to decline again after Labor Day. Locally, the cheapest price for regular is $3.70. If you spotted a better price, tell us in comments.   8/28/12 WEEK AGO YEAR AGO …

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