SAN MARCOS (KGTV) — As the war in Iran continues, the stress it puts on Americans’ wallets is growing. ABC 10News spoke with people in San Marcos who are adjusting to the rising prices at the pump.
The average price for a gallon of regular gas in San Diego County hit $5.84 on Sunday. It is the highest the price has been since Oct. 12, 2023. According to AAA, the average price for gas has gone up for 32 straight days.
“Remember, gas prices generally follow crude oil prices, so yes, drivers can expect to pay more for gas. That’s because about 60% of what we pay at the pump is tied directly to the price of crude oil. We know that crude oil prices have spiked because of the conflict in Iran and the disruption of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz,” an AAA spokesperson said…