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Gas up 44% in one year to $4.50; California blows past $6.15

Iran conflict sends U.S. pump average to $4.50/gallon on 5/12—43.6% above year-ago. California hits $6.15, closest to all-time high since 2008. Commuter households take direct hit.

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