TEXAS — While $2.73 for a gallon of gas might not sound that bad in much of the country, according to AAA that marks a three-year high in Texas.

It’s what millions of Texans are dealing with as they hit the road for Memorial Day weekend.

The national average for a gallon of gas, AAA says, sits at $3.04, and the most expensive gas in Texas can be found in Midland, where it will set you back $2.99 per gallon to fill up.

The price increase coincides with greater demand. As of last week, demand for gas in the U.S. was up to nearly 9.5 million gallons per day, which marks the highest demand since March 2020.

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In addition, AAA says, fuel supplies have decreased slightly regionally.

The insurer says that roughly 2.8 million Texans will drive 50 miles or more to their holiday destinations.

“Gasoline demand was projected to rise, and that’s exactly what’s happening, due to several factors including increasing vaccination rates and growing consumer confidence,” said AAA Texas spokeman Daniel Armbruster. “Consumption of fuel should remain strong as Memorial Day approaches and Texas is expected to see a strong rebound in the number of people traveling by automobile compared to last year’s holiday weekend.”

Still, it could be worse. Gas in Texas is the third lowest in the country right now.

You can save a little on gas during your Memorial Day weekend travels by doing the following:

• Keep your tires properly inflated.
• Pack your vehicle as lightly as possible. Don’t skimp on emergency items, though.
• Drive at or slightly under the posted speed limit. A led foot will cost you. Use cruise control when possible.
• Avoid driving aggressively. Gunning the engine and slamming on the gas pedal are major fuel wasters.
• Don’t let your vehicle idle for long periods.