Fuel Crisis Hits Route 66 Centennial Hard: California Faces Soaring Gas Prices

Motorists celebrating the Route 66 centennial in California face gasoline prices of $6 a gallon, the highest in two years, amid a global oil supply disruption due to the Iran conflict. Rising fuel costs have become a political issue as state governor and presidential policies are criticized for exacerbating the crisis.

Motorists celebrating the centennial of U.S. Route 66 faced $6 a gallon gas prices in California, marking the state's highest in two years. This surge, tied to Iran-related global oil disruptions, has sparked political debates as elections approach.

The Iran conflict, closing the Strait of Hormuz, has severely impacted global oil flows. California, reliant on Asian imports, feels the pain acutely with its high vehicle count. High fuel prices are now a volatile political issue, with state and national elections on the horizon.

Critics, including Governor Gavin Newsom, target federal energy policies for the crisis, which has worsened with California's dependency on imports. The impact is tangible for Californians like Miguel Angel Cruz, who faces rising business costs, and Amanda Martinez, struggling with daily expenses.