America’s favorite gas hack app delivers worst news imaginable for California drivers
GasBuddy has warned California drivers to expect continued gas price increases amid rising geopolitical tensions due to the ongoing war in Iran and failed ceasefire talks. Prices in California are already near $6 per gallon, with some areas exceeding that, driven by global oil market volatility and state-specific factors. Analysts predict further hikes in both gasoline and diesel prices across the U.S., particularly in inland regions. The national average has reached its highest level in four years, fueled by restricted oil flows and strong export demand.
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Metro America’s favorite gas hack app delivers worst news imaginable for California drivers By Zain Khan Published April 28, 2026, 6:21 p.m. ET America’s favorite gas price app has warned prices are going to continue to go up for Californians as the war in Iran rages on. Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, said there will be no relief at the pumps after ceasefire talks between the US and Tehran fell through. He told drivers to brace for more “volatility” as regions such as the Golden State already suffer under crippling prices. 4 America’s favorite gas price app has warned prices are going to continue to go up for Californians as the war in Iran rages on.
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