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Gas Prices Drop Before Labor Day: Where's the Cheapest Gas in Los Gatos?
The 76 Gas Station on Big Basin Way in Saratoga has the best deal near Los Gatos as of Friday morning.
—Written by John Ness
Nationwide, gas prices have been dropping as we get close to Labor Day. The gas prices list above, courtesy of Automotive.com, can help you find the cheapest one near your home, or along whatever route you're driving this weekend.
If you're leaving from Los Gatos, it looks like your best option is the 76 Gas Station, 666 No. Santa Cruz Ave., where as of Friday morning, regular was priced at $3.79 per gallon. But if you want a real bargain, believe it or not, try the 76 Gas Station in Saratoga at 14395 Big Basin Way, where the same gas is $3.65 per gallon.
And remember: In addition to scouting our cheap options, you might be able to control how much gas your car burns. AAA offered these tips:
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- Properly inflate your tires
- Avoid flooring the accelerator and slamming on the brakes
- Drive the speed limit
- Keep up-to-date on routine vehicle maintenance
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