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September 5, 2026
Gas Prices Hit Record $4.14 Per Gallon Due to Iran War and Refinery Issues
- The national average gas price has reached $4.14 per gallon, surpassing the previous Labor Day record of $3.82 from 2012.
- Prices are nearly $1 higher than last year, affecting consumer spending and travel plans as families reconsider trips.
- The surge in prices is linked to the ongoing Iran War and refinery issues, with U.S. refineries operating at 98% capacity.
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- Americans face record-high gas prices over Labor Day weekend: ‘It’s completely out of control’Sep 5, 2026 at 11:27 AM · Independent
- US fuel prices hit record high for Labor Day weekendSep 7, 2026 at 4:03 AM · AP
- Iran war hits Americans at the pump as Labor Day gas prices smash recordSep 7, 2026 at 8:54 AM · Independent
- As Gas Prices Soar, These Drivers Squeeze Every Mile From Every GallonSep 7, 2026 at 9:04 AM · NYT