California Gas Prices Surge to $5.89 Amidst Iran War Impact
Published on Β· Source: cnbc.com
AI Summary
Summarized by AI from the source belowTraffic through the Strait of Hormuz is reportedly more than 90% below pre-war levels since the Iran war began on February 28. The national average for regular gas in the U.S. is $4.13, while in California, it has soared to $5.89. Diesel prices reached a record high of $7.75 in California as of April 9. Chevron's president, Andy Walz, expressed concerns about supply on the West Coast, emphasizing California's dependence on imported crude oil, primarily from Asia, which is experiencing tight inventories due to the conflict.
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