California Approves Early Sale of Winter Gasoline Blend to Help Lower High Gas Prices

The California Air Resources Board approved a waiver to allow early use of winter-blend gasoline to help lower gas prices.
Prices hit an average of $6.03/gallon in California, over $2 more than the national average.
Multiple factors contribute to CA's high gas prices, including oil prices, lack of refining capacity, special blends, taxes and cap-and-trade.
Refinery maintenance and unexpected outages have pinched supply, exacerbating price spikes.
AAA suggests combining errands, carpooling, and limiting drive time to cut costs.

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9/29/2023

California Gas Prices Hit $6 Per Gallon, Governor Seeks Relief Amid Blame Game Over High Costs

Gas prices in the Los Angeles area have risen, prompting state officials to take action by authorizing the early rollout of winter-blend gasoline to increase fuel supply and alleviate the burden on consumers.