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September 18, 2026 ~ Detroit News reporter Craig Mauger joins Kevin Dietz to discuss rising gas prices and what a potential gas tax holiday could mean for Michigan drivers and the state budget.
LANSING, Mich. ~ Michigan drivers are feeling the strain of rising gas prices, with many families reconsidering weekend trips and other spending as fuel costs continue to climb. The financial pressure has renewed debate over whether suspending state and federal gas taxes could provide relief at the pump as affordability remains a major concern for voters.
Supporters of a gas tax holiday argue that even modest savings can help households that fill up multiple times a month, while opponents say suspending the tax could reduce funding for road and infrastructure projects. As the election approaches, the debate underscores the challenge of balancing long-term transportation needs with the immediate financial concerns facing Michigan drivers.
