According to AAA, the national average of gas has increased for 25 consecutive days, which is the longest streak since March of 2012.More >> According to AAA, the national average of gas has increased for 25 consecutive days, which is the longest streak since March of 2012.More >>
QUINCY, Ill. (WGEM) -
The pain at the pump continues to get worse in the Tri-States.
Gas prices jumped 20 cents Friday at most stations in Quincy, climbing to $3.89 from $3.69 for a gallon of regular unleaded.
(See "2013 continues to be an expensive year for gas")
Prices were about 40 cents less in February 2012.
Experts say gas prices will continue rising in the next few months, as prices have already risen 50 cents a gallon in just 6 weeks.