Newsom's office warns Californians to avoid Chevron this holiday weekend, citing high gas prices
Newsom’s office cited an analysis saying Chevron charged 60 to 80 cents more per gallon than unbranded fuel and urged drivers to choose cheaper stations.
- On Thursday, Governor Newsom urged California drivers to avoid Chevron, citing state energy commission analysis showing the company's prices averaged 60 to 80 cents per gallon higher than unbranded alternatives.
- Chevron spokesman Ross Allen said the company's station signs, blaming California climate policies for high costs, are part of a three-year campaign to educate drivers on policy impacts.
- California gas prices reached $6.14 per gallon on Thursday, about $1.58 higher than the national average, with state taxes adding roughly 70 cents per gallon according to the American Automobile Association.
- Refineries accounting for roughly 18% of state capacity announced closures, prompting regulators to delay Newsom's push to penalize Oil company profits until 2030 and prioritize consumer protections instead.
- Rising pump Prices reflect global instability; the Iran War and effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz have restricted crude Oil shipments, driving costs higher ahead of Memorial Day.
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Newsom's office warns Californians to avoid Chevron this holiday weekend, citing high gas prices
California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s office is warning people to avoid buying gas from Chevron stations over Memorial Day weekend because of the high price at the pump.
Newsom Tells Californians to Avoid Chevron Because of High Gas Prices
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