Gasoline prices remain stable for domestic holidaymakers – Mix 107.3 KIOW

The last holiday of the summer is upon us, and many area residents will be traveling over Labor Day weekend. AAA Iowa spokesman Brian Ortner says the record-breaking summer travel season will come to a close with what is expected to be another exceptionally busy holiday for a getaway.

With most children in the area already back in school, regional road trips are the most popular option for families on Labor Day. Because of this, Ortner says, other vacationers see this as an opportunity to travel the world and expect fewer crowds in popular locations.

The majority of Labor Day vacationers will be traveling by car, and although electric vehicles are becoming more common, most cars, trucks and SUVs still run on gasoline. Ortner doesn’t expect any big jumps in Iowa’s gas prices before the weekend.

Gasoline prices vary widely in Iowa. The most expensive fuel is in Dubuque at $3.45 per gallon, while Sioux City has the cheapest at $2.98.