Media Advisory: MapQuest Helps Drivers with Money-saving Tools
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MapQuest, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of AOL Inc. (NYSE: AOL), helps drivers find the lowest gas prices in their hometowns, near the office or just out for errands. Gas prices have crossed $4 a gallon in several states including New York, California, and Illinois. According to the U.S. Energy Department, gas prices have risen an average $0.984 a gallon from this time last year.* In addition, INRIX reported that drivers are experiencing an average 10 percent increase in travel times**. MapQuest helps drivers keep an eye on fuel costs and the lowest gas prices within a searched area with tools found at gasprices.mapquest.com. |
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Christian Dwyer, senior vice president and general manager, MapQuest, can offer tips to save at the pump or on the road. | |
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WHEN/ WHERE: Christian Dwyer is available for phone or remote interviews. |
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MapQuest’s gas-efficiency tools lay the groundwork for consumers – especially those facing long daily commutes – to save money every day with simple, smart ways to conveniently find the cheapest gas prices in their area or around their destination. MapQuest’s smartphone apps and mobile website make for smarter driving and easier navigation. | |
*U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Energy Information Administration, April 18, 2011
**Fourth Annual INRIX National Traffic Scorecard, March 8, 2011
Media Contact: To set up an interview with MapQuest or for more information, please contact: Jen Asbury, 303-298-5331, Jennifer.asbury@mapquest.com
CONTACT:
MapQuest
Jen Asbury, 303-298-5331
Jennifer.asbury@mapquest.com
KEYWORDS: United States North America Colorado New York
INDUSTRY KEYWORDS: Energy Oil/Gas Technology Internet Travel Transportation Mobile/Wireless Automotive Communications Other Communications General Automotive Consumer Family
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