With the continued conflict in and around Iran, gas prices are rising. AdvertisementThe prices in California are higher than in other states because of higher taxes and stricter requirements for cleaner, more expensive gas that pollutes less. Fuel marketers, gas station owners and some voters have blamed Gov. “Gas prices are crazy,” he said. Still, he’s gotten used to California’s high prices.

Source: Los Angeles Times March 07, 2026 12:17 UTC