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AAA: Florida's average gas price briefly dips below $3 a gallon

Gas prices typically move lower through the winter months, because of colder weather, lower demand, and gasoline supply gains. more

12/9/24

AAA Activates 'Tow to Go' for Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend

The program is available in Florida and other select states (see below), offering a safe ride for would-be impaired drivers and their vehicles. more

From AAA | 11/25/24

Florida gas prices rise as 4.1 million Floridians prepare for a Thanksgiving road trip

"While higher oil prices should cause an uptick in prices at the pump, it's unlikely to be significant enough to cause people to cancel travel plans." - Mark Jenkins, AAA more

From AAA | 11/25/24

Florida gas prices decline after 15 cent hike

The state average peaked mid-week at $3.15 per gallon, then moved lower through the weekend. more

From AAA | 11/11/24

Florida gas prices dropped 13 cents last week

"Over the weekend, more than 60% of Florida filling stations had gas prices below $3 a gallon," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman for AAA. more

From AAA | 11/4/24

FLHSMV, FHP launch Annual ‘Stuff The Charger’ Food Drive to help support Floridians in need

“Stuff the Charger” food drive is a statewide effort to support Floridians this holiday season. Through November 30, the department is collecting all non-perishable food donations for food banks across the state. more

From FLHSMV | 11/4/24

Florida gasoline supplies and prices stabilize

"Conditions are much improved compared to this time last week, when retailers struggled to keep their gas pumps stocked, due to the spike in demand from Hurricane Milton," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA. more

From AAA | 10/22/24

Here’s where travelers are headed post-summer, pre-holidays

“Now that students are back in school full time, fall travelers often enjoy smaller crowds and lower prices. This is why Autumn can be an ideal time to travel internationally, especially to Europe.” Debbie Haas, AAA more

From AAA | 9/23/24

Gas prices hold steady as oil prices rise

"The price gains are being attributed to optimism that the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut would boost the global economy and energy demand." - Mark Jenkins, AAA more

From AAA | 9/23/24

FLHSMV Encourages Florida Drivers to Register Emergency Contact Information (ECI)

Timing is critical during an emergency. In many cases, it is the difference between life and death. more

From FLHSMV | 9/22/24

Top 12 Finalists Unveiled for Coveted America’s Transportation Awards

After four regional competitions this summer, state departments of transportation from California, Arizona, Washington State, New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Tennessee, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio achieved the highest scores. See the Florida project that got them into the final round. more

By FDOT | 9/10/24

Floridians are Already Booking Holiday Travel

“If you want to have choice in holiday plans, it would be best to book before October,” said Debbie Haas, Vice President of Travel for AAA. Here's why. more

From AAA | 9/9/24

Oil prices plunge sparking a big drop in Florida gas prices

"Unless oil prices reverse course, gas prices should move even lower. Currently about 23% of Florida retailers have prices below $3 a gallon. That number is likely to grow this week." more

From AAA | 9/9/24

Drowsy Driving is Impaired Driving: Recognize the signs, save a life

The first week, September 1-7, is dedicated to the memory of Ronshay Dugans, a tragic victim of drowsy driving in 2008. Find signs and tips for countering drowsy driving. more

From FLHSMV Office of Communications | 9/4/24

FHP Arrests 10 in Coordinated Street Takeover Event in Tampa

The event, which was organized via social media, drew a crowd of hundreds and a large number of participating vehicles. Participants closed an intersection to do donuts, drift, and engage in other knowingly illegal and reckless driving activities, resulting in the following. more

From FLHSMV Office of Communications | 9/2/24

Florida Gas Prices Hit 2-Month Lows

On Sunday, the state average was $3.31 per gallon. That's 2 cents less than last week, 12 cents less than a month ago, and 53 cents less than this time last year. more

From AAA | 8/19/24

AAA Issues a Safety Alert for Florida Drivers as Florida Students Return to School

“Get ready for heavier traffic than normal, especially at first, since a lot of parents like to drive their kids to campus during the first few days back,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA more

From AAA | 8/12/24

Florida Gas Prices Dropped 13 Cents Last Week

"Drivers got some relief at the pump last week, thanks to big drops in the price of crude and gasoline futures," said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA more

From AAA | 8/12/24

Florida Highway Patrol Warns Public of Strict Enforcement of Illegally Wrapped License Plates

Since 2020, citations for unlawful alteration of a Florida license plate have increased over 98%. The citation is classified as a moving violation which includes the following penalties... more

From FLHSMV | 8/11/24

Operation Bite Back: Multi-agency task force recovers over $500,000 in assets, including narcotics, firearms and currency

"With each recovery of illicit narcotics and every arrest of a dangerous criminal, we remove a threat and prevent someone from being victimized." more

From FLHSMV Office of Communications | 8/5/24

Florida Highway Patrol celebrates graduation of 153rd basic recruit class

Graduates have undergone a rigorous 29 weeks of training, equivalent to 770 hours. This comprehensive training began on January 15, 2024. more

8/5/24

Florida gas prices rose 6 cents last week

"Crude oil and gasoline futures prices finished the week sharply lower than the week before, which should enable gas prices to decline." - Mark Jenkins, AAA more

From AAA | 8/5/24

Florida Highway Patrol Rockets to Victory in National Best-Looking Cruiser Competition for Second Year in a Row!

On Monday, the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) announced the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) as the 2024 winner of its annual America's Best Looking Cruiser Competition. more

From Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) | 7/30/24

Florida gas prices decline after a big drop in oil prices

Florida gas prices rose 11 cents early last week reaching $3.55 per gallon. The state average then reversed course, declining 7 cents during the past four days. On Sunday, the state … more

From AAA | 7/29/24

Florida gas prices plummet 18 cents in 10 days

Sunday's state average of $3.36 is the lowest daily average price since July 1. It's 28 cents less than the highest price this year ($3.64) - recorded on May 3. more

From AAA | 7/22/24

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