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California Turns to New Oil Imports, EVs Amid $6 Gas

5/4/2026

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  • The U.S. received 2 million barrels of crude from New Corolla at Long Beach after Strait closure.
  • California must replace oil lost from the Middle East, which provides 30% of its imports.
  • Gasoline prices have risen above $6 per gallon, prompting the California Energy Commission to expect supplies through May and higher imports in June.
  • Kate Gordon of California Forward says reducing demand via electric-vehicle adoption lowers exposure to oil-price volatility.