U.S. drivers faced mixed signals on fuel costs this week. National average regular gasoline dropped 2.3 cents to $4.331 per gallon, but Colorado prices jumped 15.5 cents to $4.175. The variation stems from regional refinery output, pipeline flows and local demand. Diesel followed similar patterns with a national 2-cent decline. Households and businesses in higher-price states face elevated weekly expenses, while others see temporary relief. No nationwide pass-through to grocery or electricity bills is confirmed. Could Colorado drivers pay more at the pump? Yes—Colorado regular gasoline rose 15.5 cents this week to $4.175 per gallon; the national dip does not apply locally.