Goddamn gas prices

‘We’re not making money’: $8 diesel leaves California truckers fighting to survive​


By Nilesh Christopher
October 7, 2026


• California diesel prices hit $8.35 a gallon this week, more than 30% above the national average, squeezing already-struggling truckers.

• Small operators are losing money as the Iran war drives oil prices higher and driver shortages raise wages and shipping rates.

• Some truckers are shrinking fleets, fueling up out of state and changing driving habits; higher hauling costs could soon show up in grocery prices
 
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