We’re continuing to feel the effects of the Iran war here in Michigan—most notably, at the gas pump.

While we did manage to see some slight dips in prices in recent days, experts are warning Michiganders to not expect that to last long.

Keep reading for the latest on where gas prices could go as the war drags on, and what state officials are doing to try to ease costs.

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The Mobil gas station on Woodward Avenue in Birmingham on April 6, 2026. (USA Today Network)

By USA Today Network via Reuters Connect

As the Iran war enters the sixth week, regular unleaded gas prices in Michigan were down a few cents, at $3.86 a gallon, while the national average topped $4 with diesel hitting a new record—and surging past $8 a gallon—in San Francisco.

“Michigan drivers are finally getting a break at the pump,” said Adrienne Woodland, a spokeswoman for AAA, which tracks gas prices. “Even with this recent relief, prices remain elevated, and ongoing increases in crude oil could quickly push gas prices higher again.”

Eight cents a gallon, however, didn’t seem like much of a break on Monday, April 6, considering that motorists were paying—on average—about $58 to fill a 14-gallon tank, an increase of $7 from 2025’s highest price last August.

It also might not last long.

Throughout Michigan, the most expensive gas price averages on Sunday were in Marquette, $4.02 a gallon; Benton Harbor, $3.91; and Ann Arbor, $3.91. The least expensive were in Flint, $3.71; Saginaw, $3.79; and Lansing, $3.81.

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While gas prices are the most obvious day-to-day increase you may be seeing due to the Iran war, it’s not the only thing being affected.

Grocery prices, shipping costs, and even mortgage rates are also seeing increases as the conflict drags on.

So this week, we want to know:

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Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Karel Vega with a feature story from USA Today Network via Reuters Connect. It was edited by Brook Bolen.

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