This article notes on the already high gas prices in California reaching record highs in Orange County this past week. The price for regular gasoline peaked at $4.70 a gallon in Orange county. This peak can be accounted for by a few key details. The first being a new blend of gasoline being sent over Southern California. The “summer-blend” as the article states brought the average price of gasoline up 5 cents this week. Also increased world tensions between OPEC have increased oil prices by $10 per barrel.
Everybody complains about gas prices in California. Even non-californians scoff at our high gas prices. Our heavy restrictions on domestic oil, imported oil, pollution regulations all contribute to the steep price. Unfortunately for Californians it is a cost that we will have to bear. During the quaratines of Covid gas prices dropped, but now it is important to plan shopping trips to conserve fuel, drive the speed limit – as speeding causes a decrease in gas mileage, and even invest in a more fuel efficient vehicle. The high gas prices are here to stay, pay the price, or spend the extra money.
The gas prices have continued to rise even after the date of your post, not somewhere around $5 per gallon. Is this a sign that Californians are relying too much on gas? and should focus more on EVs?
I don’t feel that we are ready to fully transition to EVs. Gas prices are rising for many factors, and I think eventually EVs will be the future. For now it will be pay the price or buy a different car.
What do you suppose should be done about people of a lower economic situation who cannot afford to pay such high gas prices, but need a vehicle for their work? Are there any programs in place to assist in such an endeavor?