Oil and gas have hit record prices.

For the first time, oil surged to more than $126 a barrel on Friday while gasoline climbed three cents a gallon.

The national average for a gallon of unleaded gas was $3.67 and is a nickel cheaper across North Carolina.

In the Charlotte area, the average price is $3.63.

Drivers in South Carolina are getting a discount at $3.51 but diesel prices are even higher.

In this report, WBTV's David Whisenant explains how truckers are trying to save money. Press "PLAY" to see this story.