Gas prices continue to rise

Gas prices rose nationwide for the 52nd consecutive day on Friday, hitting a national average of about $2.70 per gallon.

CNN reports that gas prices have risen every day since April 29, when the national average for a gallon of gasoline was $2.05. Gas prices in Massachusetts are right around the national average as of this week.

As gas prices continue to rise, the amount of money you could be saving by switching to carpooling, public transportation, or another alternative commuting method will also rise. Your employer provides you incentives and benefits for choosing to do something other than drive alone to work. You should look into it, and save yourself some money this summer.