Show Gas Prices Soaring By Kristian McKinley Contributing Writer The cost of gasoline continues contin contin- ues to rise as our nation prepares for war with Iraq According to AAA of Utah the average price atthe at atthe atthe the pump is S per gallon gaBon an increase of 13 cents in February and 56 cents from last year This is one cent below the national avers a v b g Despite the increase Utah's price is still much lower than motorists many states Nevadas Nevada's are paying per gallon Arizona S and Idaho S Wyoming drivers are paying one in nation at of the lowest prices only per gallon Rural Utah drivers can expect to pay more AAA studies show Moab motorists paying 77 1 Vernal and St. St George in these prices m Higher areas are caused by delivery costs and lack of competition AAA spokeswoman Fairclough said The concern about a possible war with Iraq high crude oil prices the resulting resulting resulting result result- ing low inventories and the recent cold weather in the East are all causes for the high gasoline gasoline gasoline gaso gaso- line prices There are steps a driver can take to minimize gas costs AAA suggests the following Try regular unleaded fuel Most automobiles run well without without with with- out ut premium gasoline u 11 u 11 will Clear out your trunk This decrease your vehicles weight Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressure Fuel is wasted when driving with under inflated tires Take care of your vehicle Make sure fluids and filters are changed regularly Keep belts radiator thermostats and brake calipers in good shape Find the best gas prices When you see a good price pric fill your tank even if its it's half full C O |