AAA Offers Gas-Saving Tips as Prices Surge Across Georgia

With travel demand ramping up, AAA shares advice to help drivers conserve fuel and save money at the pump.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 1:22pm

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An extreme close-up of the pebbled, metallic surface of a car's fuel tank cap, capturing the intricate details and textures in dramatic lighting to symbolize the challenges drivers face with rising gas prices.As gas prices soar, AAA offers drivers tips to maximize their fuel efficiency and minimize costs at the pump.Atlanta Today

As gas prices in Georgia have risen nearly a dollar per gallon over the past month, AAA is offering drivers several cost-saving tips to make their tanks of gas last longer. Recommendations include removing extra weight from vehicles, planning fuel stops ahead of time to find the cheapest prices, sticking to the speed limit, and avoiding peak travel times to minimize stop-and-go traffic.

Why it matters

With spring break, graduations, and the start of summer travel season, demand for gasoline is increasing just as prices have spiked due to global tensions. AAA's advice can help Georgia drivers save money and stretch their fuel budgets during this period of high prices and heavy road usage.

The details

AAA spokesperson Montrae Waiters says the first step is to "get the junk out of your trunk" and remove any unnecessary weight from your vehicle, as extra pounds force the engine to work harder and burn more fuel. Drivers should also map out their gas stops ahead of time using AAA's mobile app to find the cheapest prices, which are typically lower outside of major metro areas. Sticking close to the speed limit is also crucial, as fuel economy decreases rapidly at speeds above 50 mph. Finally, AAA suggests leaving earlier in the morning to avoid peak traffic times when stop-and-go conditions waste gas.

  • Gas prices in Georgia have risen nearly a dollar per gallon over the past month.

The players

AAA

A federation of motor clubs that provides automotive, travel, and insurance services to its members.

Montrae Waiters

A spokesperson for AAA in Georgia.

Wilbur Sican

A Georgia motorist who says he's willing to try anything to save money on gas.

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What they’re saying

“Get the junk out of your trunk. The heavier your car is, the harder it works, and the more fuel you're going to burn.”

— Montrae Waiters, AAA Spokesperson

“Gas prices — they're really high right now. So, I would try anything.”

— Wilbur Sican

What’s next

As travel demand continues to rise, AAA will likely monitor gas prices and provide additional cost-saving tips for drivers in the coming weeks and months.

The takeaway

With gas prices surging in Georgia, AAA's practical advice can help drivers conserve fuel and save money at the pump during this period of high demand and global uncertainty affecting energy markets.