Gas Prices in California: $8 by 2026?

Overview: California drivers, gear up for a potential gas hit; regulators aim for tight fuel standards, sending gas prices soaring, possibly to $8 by 2026. Critics argue it's designed to push EVs by subtly inflating costs. These changes target cleaner fuels but may pin wallet-heavy burdens on consumers. Impacts: The California Air Resources Board's decision comes in the wake of repealing federal EV mandates, steering toward lower carbon use, but raising pump prices substantially. This move stirs controversy over economic fallout as it extends beyond California, with other states eyeing similar measures.