There's no doubt that if you've filled up in the last few days, you've seen an increase in gas prices.
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AAA projects this holiday weekend will be the most road trippers will spend on gas since 2014.
Officials say the spike comes as confidence in the COVID-19 vaccine grows, the easing of travel restrictions, and global demand for oil.
"There has been a spike in the last few months, it's not the same as last year," said Nick DeLuca from Roxborough.
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As things stand, the national average for a gallon of regular is $3.10.
In the tri-state, Delaware leads in cheaper gas at $2.98. New Jersey comes in second at $3.13. In Philadelphia, gas is going to cost you about $3.20.
It's a big leap for some visitors from out of town.
"They are even worse here than they are in Atlanta. So, I much prefer them a year or two ago," said Gary Flacks from Georgia.
Still, others aren't deterred. Some are making the argument: what choice is there?
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"Whatever the price is, sir, just gotta keep going," said one driver.
"I can't complain, we're a little bit ahead of COVID, so it's what you got to do," said Lorri Manfaa from Hatboro.
AAA said gas prices will increase by as much as 5 cents as we approach the Fourth of July holiday.