Oil Isn’t the Whole Story on Gas Prices
California can’t control the price of crude, but a more resilient and flexible fuel supply chain would help protect against price volatility.
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Sep 17, 2026
Gasoline Imports Aren’t Inevitable. They’re a Choice. >
Imports are only inevitable because Sacramento policies have made refining untenable. That's a choice that can be reversed.
Sep 16, 2026
The ‘Import Competition’ Argument Doesn’t Add Up >
The narrative leaves out a crucial, longstanding fact: gasoline imports are more expensive than the fuel produced by in-state refineries.
Sep 09, 2026
Five Energy Policy Myths California’s Next Governor Should Reject >
California’s energy policies aren’t working for everyone. Now is the time to challenge the conventional wisdom driving the state’s energy agenda.
Aug 25, 2026
California and Europe Pay the Price of Dependence >
Both regions are discovering a harsh reality: import dependence means someone else decides what you pay for the fuels you need.
Apr 09, 2026
Iran War Exposes California’s Failed Energy Policies: New CEI Ad >
California’s energy policies have made the state uniquely vulnerable to geopolitical events like war in the Middle East.
Mar 25, 2026
A Growing Concern: Cap-and-Invest to Undermine Refineries, Raise Fuel Costs >
Some Assembly Democrats say CARB’s new regulations will “further disincentivize in-state refineries to remain in California.”
Mar 19, 2026
New CEI Video: California Can Produce Cleaner-Burning Gasoline Here at Home >
California will continue to rely on gasoline for many years to come – and while we do, where it comes from matters.
Mar 17, 2026
Gasoline Imports Make California Dependent on an Unstable World >
Increasing fuel imports could put the world’s fourth-largest economy one international crisis away from lines at the pump.
Mar 12, 2026
‘California is Not Prepared’: Infrastructure Bottlenecks Raise Risk of Fuel Shortages >
Fuel that isn’t produced in-state must arrive through California’s ports – and there is a limit to the amount of gasoline our infrastructure can move from tankers to market.