California Gas Prices Surge Past $5, May Trigger EV Sales

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that gas prices in California have exceeded $5 per gallon, reigniting discussions about electric vehicle (EV) adoption. Historically, rising fuel costs have been linked to increased EV interest, but despite California already leading the nation in EV ownership, concerns like charging infrastructure, range anxiety, and maintenance issues—such as tire wear—may still hold consumers back from making the switch.