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San Antonio gas hits $3.73, driving up the cost of summer travel
Summary by Alamo Heights News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Brian Kirkpatrick , Texas Public Radio (TPR)
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
The average price of regular gas in San Antonio reached $3.73 a gallon Tuesday, $1 more than a year ago, as uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz pushes crude oil prices higher.
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Key takeaway 73 a gallon Tuesday, $1 more than a year ago, as uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz pushes crude oil prices higher.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
For Alamo Heights residents planning summer road trips, the recent surge in gas prices will likely be a significant factor in their travel budgets. With the average price of regular unleaded in San Antonio reaching $3.73 per gallon, locals can expect to pay substantially more to fill up their tanks compared to previous years. This increase may lead some families to reconsider their vacation plans or explore alternative modes of transportation. As a result, local businesses that rely on summer tourism, such as hotels and restaurants along major highways, may feel the ripple effects of reduced travel. The impact of higher gas prices will be closely watched in Alamo Heights, where many residents often embark on road trips to nearby Hill Country destinations or to the Gulf Coast for summer vacations. The added expense could alter the way people plan their summer getaways, potentially affecting the local economy.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The average price of regular gas in San Antonio reached $3.73 a gallon Tuesday, $1 more than a year ago, as uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz pushes crude oil prices higher.
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