California diesel prices remain above $8 per gallon as truckers call for relief
THE SO WHAT
Sustained $8+ diesel in California is a direct margin tax on freight-heavy businesses—this is no longer a transient fuel surcharge issue. If you run logistics into or out of CA, revisit lane mix, mode shift to intermodal/EV where possible, and contract structures before this rolls into 2025 pricing.
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