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Gas prices hit average of $4 a gallon amid renewed US-Iran attacks
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by AP via Scripps News Group , NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 20, 2026
· 2 min read
U.S. gas prices jumped to an average of $4 a gallon again Monday as the U.S. and Iran launched more attacks.According to AAA, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is now back to $4. The average price a year ago was $3.14 a gallon.The price is a national average, meaning drivers i...
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Key takeaway gas prices jumped to an average of $4 a gallon again Monday as the U.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The resurgence of $4-a-gallon gas prices will likely have a significant impact on Nashville's commuters, who rely heavily on their vehicles to get to work and navigate the city. With many residents already feeling the strain of rising housing costs and stagnant wages, higher gas prices could further squeeze household budgets. This may lead to increased demand for alternative transportation options, such as the city's public bus system, and could also affect local businesses that rely on customers being able to affordably travel to their locations. As the midterm elections approach, Nashville voters may be paying close attention to how candidates propose to address the issue of affordability, including the impact of high gas prices on the local economy. The city's transportation infrastructure and economic development strategies may also need to be reexamined in light of the potential long-term effects of sustained high gas prices.
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Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
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What is this story about? U.S. gas prices jumped to an average of $4 a gallon again Monday as the U.S. and Iran launched more attacks.According to AAA, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline is now back to $4. The average price a year ago was $3.14 a gallon.The price is a national average, meaning drivers i...
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