California gas prices hit $6 per gallon as fuel costs jump nearly 30 cents in a week across the U.S.

Fuel costs are rising after it gas became clear that Iran is not reopening the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most important oil export corridors in the world.

# California gas prices hit $6 per gallon as fuel costs jump nearly 30 cents in a week across the U.S. Fuel costs are rising after it gas became clear that Iran is not reopening the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most important oil export corridors in the world. **Read the full article:** [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/04/30/california-gas-price-iran-war-oil.html) *This article was originally published by CNBC. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*