Drivers across west and south-central Kentucky are paying a little less at the pump this week. Gas prices typically ease in the fall as demand tapers off and retailers switch to winter-blend gasoline, which is cheaper to produce. The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports a slight increase in gasoline demand last week, rising from 8.81 to 8.95 million barrels per day. Rates vary widely by state, with Kentucky drivers generally paying less than motorists in states such as Alaska, Hawaii, or West Virginia. With steady supplies and cooler seasonal demand, drivers across the region should continue to see some relief at the pump heading into October.