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Drivers in Saint John and across New Brunswick are paying more at the pumps. The New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board invoked the interrupter clause Friday night to increase fuel prices just 24 hours after the regular weekly adjustment.

Fuel Prices Climb

The maximum price of regular gasoline increased by 7.6 cents. You will now pay up to 194.5 cents per litre. Diesel prices also climbed. The cost of diesel went up by 6.5 cents to a new maximum of 257.0 cents per litre.

Heating Oil and Propane

Homeowners relying on furnace oil face higher costs as well. Furnace oil increased by 6.5 cents to a maximum of 249.0 cents per litre. Propane prices remained steady at 118.0 cents per litre.

Regional Comparisons

According to reports from CTV News and YourSaintJohn.ca, gas and diesel prices did not change overnight in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. In Nova Scotia, regular gasoline ranges from 189.0 to 191.0 cents per litre. Prince Edward Island drivers pay just over 199.0 cents per litre for regular gasoline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much did gas prices increase in New Brunswick?

The price of regular gasoline increased by 7.6 cents per litre.

What is the new maximum price for diesel?

The maximum price for diesel in New Brunswick is now 257.0 cents per litre.

Did heating oil prices go up?

Yes. Furnace oil increased by 6.5 cents to a maximum of 249.0 cents per litre.

Did gas prices change in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island?

No. Fuel prices in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island did not change overnight.