California Gas Prices Surge, Ross Gerber Says It's 'Time To Buy an EV'

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On Saturday, Gerber Kawasaki Wealth & Investment Management CEO Ross Gerber warned that California's spike in gasoline costs hits drivers unevenly, arguing the pain is avoidable for people who switch ...

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