Filling up the tank in Los Angeles has once again become a hit to the wallet. While California maintains the highest gas prices in the United States, some drivers have found alternatives that allow them to reduce spending without leaving the county.

According to a report in the Los Angeles Times, the difference between one station and another can exceed 25%, which makes price comparison a key tool for those who use their vehicle every day.

Currently, the state average is around $5.65 per gallon, well above the national average of $4.10, according to data from the American Automobile Association (AAA). There are even stations in areas of West Hollywood where fuel costs exceed $7 per gallon.

The stations that offer the best prices

Despite the outlook, there are still options that help contain spending. One of the cheapest identified by the aforementioned media is located in Temple City, where the Berri Brothers chain sold gasoline for $4.89 per gallon, one of the lowest prices in the county.

The establishment has gained popularity among motorists who compare costs before filling up with fuel.

“It's cheaper than Ralphs,” said driver Raymond Cesar, who said he decided to change his usual route to take advantage of the savings while he filled the tank of his car.

The media also noted that according to Tarek Wazne, a member of the family that owns Berri Brothers, maintaining competitive prices is part of their business strategy: "We are working with very tight profit margins. We can barely pay our bills to maintain our business."

How to save when refueling

Specialists point out that the price changes due to various factors such as the cost of rental, the location of the station, salaries and the time at which each business purchases fuel from its suppliers.

Patrick De Haan, an analyst at GasBuddy, explained that the differences can be considerable even between gas stations located a few blocks apart.

“In California there are many differences in prices due to the general expenses of each season,” he noted.

To find better rates, experts recommend consulting platforms such as GasBuddy, Google Maps or the AAA pricing page, which allow you to compare costs in real time before leaving home.

The recent increase is also related to the international increase in oil prices, driven by tensions in Iran and the effects on maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a situation that continues to put pressure on fuel prices throughout the state.

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