California Governor Gavin Newsom urged drivers to avoid filling up at Chevron stations during the Memorial Day weekend. He claimed Chevron prices are much higher than unbranded stations selling the same fuel. Unbranded gas is described as coming from the same refineries, storage tanks, and pipelines, while meeting the same state standards for engine emissions and performance. Travel demand is expected to be high, and Bay Area residents are comparing prices to reduce costs. Some residents reported large differences in fill-up costs and planned routes to areas with lower prices, such as near Yosemite. Chevron responded by posting signs blaming state policies for higher fuel costs and directing customers to a campaign page.
"Per the AP, Chevron posted signs at some California stations blaming state policies for rising fuel costs, claiming California politicians are choosing foreign oil and fuels over local jobs and lower costs, alongside QR codes directing customers to a campaign page advocating for a"
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