U.S. gasoline prices have fallen about 50 cents from this year’s peak, with drivers now paying just over $4 a gallon on average. But pump prices remain nearly $

U.S. gasoline prices have fallen about 50 cents from this year’s peak, with drivers now paying just over $4 a gallon on average. But pump prices remain nearly $1 higher than a year ago, underscoring persistent pressure on consumers and inflation.