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Record-breaking road travel expected this Thanksgiving, gas prices dip slightly

By Shay Lawson

Published November 27, 2024 4:43 PM

More people are traveling this Thanksgiving than ever.

American Automobile Association (AAA) estimates 79.9 million travelers will go 50 miles or more from home over the holiday travel period.

A record 71.7 million people will travel by car over Thanksgiving – an additional 1.3 million travelers compared to 2023 according to AAA.

The average price for a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Riverside County dipped slightly Wednesday to $4.33, marking a small decrease of two-tenths of a cent according to an Auto Club spokesperson.

Stay with News Channel 3 to hear from travelers on the road.

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