In response to rising gas prices, Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued an executive order, declaring an energy emergency. According to the governor, it will save drivers money at the gas pump by easing requirements on fuel blends, allowing the sale of higher-vapor-pressure gasoline, which is typically 10 to 20 cents cheaper.
Executive Order 2026-4:
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- It suspends the May 1 requirement for lower vapor pressure gasoline in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Livingston, Monroe, St. Clair, and Lenawee Counties.
- Lifting the requirement will increase access to less expensive gas, saving motorists money.
- The eight counties impacted account for approximately five million Michiganders.
- Drivers outside of the areas will see similar savings because they are already permitted to sell cheaper fuel blends without seeking a waiver.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency has issued a temporary waiver of federal vapor pressure requirements to allow the production, distribution, and sale of different gasoline blends. This order brings the state in line with the waiver.
Fuel Costs:
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- Due to the Iran war, gas prices in Michigan have risen from $2.99 to $3.89 per gallon.
- Drivers are paying 97 cents per gallon more than this time last month and 82 cents per gallon more than this time last year.
