The JI's Price Check: Gas prices have taken a tumble from last year

May 23—Now that the state has finished its five-month reintroduction of gas taxes, after the reprieve that Gov. Ned Lamont issued in March 2022, gas prices have seen a slight bump.

Car owners will likely see an additional increase as we reach the summer season.

WHAT IT COSTS

ITEM: One gallon of regular gas.

LOCATIONS: Costco, Enfield; Cumberland Farms, Manchester; Mobil, Enfield Square; Mobil, Manchester.

PRICE TAG: From $3.33 to $3.73.

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