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US gas prices edge up again as US-Iran tensions heighten over strait of Hormuz

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US gas prices have risen, with diesel exceeding $5 per gallon and regular gas approaching $4, according to AAA. These prices are similar to levels before a June US-Iran memorandum of understanding, and reflect ongoing tensions between the two countries over the Strait of Hormuz. Compared to a year ago, diesel prices are nearly $1.25 higher. The increase affects consumers and truckers, highlighting the economic impact of geopolitical instability.

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Why it matters

Average diesel price exceeds $5 per gallon.

Evidence

The average price of regular gas in the US is almost $4 per gallon.

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The average price of regular gas in the US is almost $4 per gallon.

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  • Average diesel price exceeds $5 per gallon.
  • Regular gas is nearly $4 per gallon.

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<p>Diesel tops $5 a gallon as regular gas reaches almost $4, nearly a dollar and a quarter more than a year ago</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/16/iran-us-donald-trump-war-strait-hormuz-oil-israel-lebanon-latest-news-updates">Middle East crisis live – latest updates</a></p></li></ul><p>The average price of diesel fuel in the US has increased again to more…

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The average price of regular gas in the US is almost $4 per gallon.

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A year ago, the average price for a gallon of diesel was $3.72.

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The average price of diesel fuel in the US has increased to more than $5 a gallon.

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  • availability_heuristic: It’s a reminder to consumers and truckers of the costs of the Iran war and the unpredictable rhetoric from both Washington and Tehran.
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