CA Drivers To Pay More For Gas Starting Next Week

CALIFORNIA -- Drivers in California will see gas prices go up by about 12 cents per gallon starting next week.

The gas tax hike, which takes effect Nov. 1, is aimed at raising money to improve the state's roadways. Drivers who use diesel instead of gas will see prices jump by 20 cents a gallon.

The hike comes after Senate Bill 1 was passed and signed by Gov. Jerry Brown earlier this year. Authors and proponents of the bill said raising gas prices and vehicle registration fees, will raise $5.2 billion annually —enough to repair and maintain's California's poor roads.

The new vehicle registration fees take effect Jan. 1. Drivers can expect hikes anywhere between $25 to $175 per car, depending on its value.

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