TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) - We're starting out this new year with lower gas prices nationwide than the past three years, according to data from AAA.
Florida's average price as of Tuesday is $2.15. And one local business said these low prices are fueling success.
Owner of Copeland's Chauffeur Services, Larry Copeland, fills up SUV's tanks twice a week.
Copeland said when prices are higher, he puts $75 into filling up. Now that's down to $50 and he says he's saving at least $100 a week.
"The gas prices are really great. It helps us out. It's timely, allowing the customers to get out and want to travel, do things, go to events and stuff like that, and allow us to provide them transportation," said Copeland. "It helps us out a great deal."
Copland said these low prices help him service the cars, save money, and continue serving the community.
According to AAA, gas prices have been driven to this low point thanks to a surplus of crude oil not just in the U.S., but globally.
