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California Lifts Ethanol Cap, Offers Cheaper Fuel

California joins other states in offering cheaper, higher-ethanol fuel. The change could also help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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California Lifts Ethanol Cap, Offers Cheaper Fuel

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 30, a law that allows California gas stations near me to sell fuel containing up to 15% ethanol. This move makes California the last state to lift the cap on ethanol fuel blending.

The new law, AB 30, was signed by Governor Newsom, enabling gas stations near me to offer higher-ethanol fuel immediately. This fuel is approximately 25 cents cheaper per gallon than traditional gasoline with 10 percent or less ethanol. The change is expected to provide consumers with a more affordable fuel option.

California's shift comes after several other states have already increased their ethanol blend limits. The new law allows fuel suppliers to sell gasoline blended with up to 15 percent ethanol, a move that could potentially reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support the state's renewable fuel industry.

With the signing of AB 30, California gas stations near me can now sell higher-ethanol fuel, offering consumers a cheaper alternative. This change also aligns California with other states that have already increased their ethanol blend limits, potentially contributing to reduced emissions and supporting renewable fuel production.

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