Trumps tariffs could lead to surging gas prices in CT [Video]

HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) – Gas prices in Connecticut could skyrocket as a result of the tariffs put in place by the Trump administration.

GasBuddy’s Patrick De Haan said that at 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, Irving Oil, a major refinery based in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, adjusted fuel prices on nearly all fuel heading for the U.S. northeast market to reflect the 10 percent tariff.

As a result of Trump’s tariffs- at 12:01am, Irving Oil, a major refinery based in Saint John, NB, Canada, adjusted fuel prices on nearly all fuel heading for the US Northeast market to reflect the 10% tariff. Look for retail prices to react quickly in this market.

— Patrick De Haan (@GasBuddyGuy) March 4, 2025

“Look for retail prices to react quickly in this market,” De Haan said.

As of Tuesday morning, the average price for a gallon of regular gas in Connecticut was about $3.05.

The tariffs were implemented on Canada and Mexico.

De Haan said fuel …