Gas Hits $4.48 as Oil Nears 4-Year High The surge in oil prices is already filtering through to consumers, with the U.S. national average for gasoline climbing to $4.48 per gallon, according to AAA data for May 5. Original Source: https://www.newsmax.com/finance/economy/gas-4-48-oil-iran/2026/05/05/id/1255217