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California’s fuel industry is under extreme pressure as state policies, refinery shutdowns, and rising operational costs push gas stations toward financial collapse.

Across the state, independent station owners are warning that tighter regulations, shrinking fuel supply, and volatile pricing are making it increasingly difficult to stay in business. Experts say these closures could reduce competition, raise gas prices even further, and limit access to fuel, especially in rural and working-class communities.

In this video, we break down:

How California policies are impacting fuel distributors and gas stations

Why refinery closures are tightening fuel supply

The financial strain facing independent station owners

What station bankruptcies mean for drivers and local economies

Expert predictions on gas prices and fuel availability going forward

As more stations shut their doors, Californians are left facing higher prices, fewer options, and growing uncertainty at the pump.

If you live in California or depend on affordable fuel, this is a critical breakdown of what’s driving the crisis and what may come next.

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