Cheaper winter-blend gas will bring pump relief

Gas stations will begin to switch Friday from summertime fuel blends

ATLANTA – Already falling due to increased production and a boost in imports, gasoline prices could dip even more as refiners start selling less-expensive winter fuel blends later this week.

Gas stations nationwide will begin Friday to switch away from the summertime fuel blends that cut down on smog during the year

The net effect could lead to a marginal drop in gas prices that are already trending downward, analysts said.

The Environmental Protection Agency requires that certain volatile chemicals in gas sold between May 1 and Sept. 15 are removed so they can