This time of year, refineries switch their fuel blends, driving gas prices up. Increasing tensions with Iran are also contributing to the pain you’re feeling at the pump. Patrick deHaan, a senior petroleum analyst with Gasbuddy.com, says nationally, gas prices are expected to hit $4.15 a gallon by May.
“Prices could go even higher in Atlanta for the fact that the metro area uses this cleaner burning summer gasoline.”
That’s not great news for Atlanta commuters. Recent census data shows just 3% of metro Atlanta workers use public transit to get to work. Most rely on their cars.
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