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California's pushing hard to get everyone into electric cars, but that means the old gas tax money for fixing roads is drying up big time. So now they're looking at a mileage tax—basically charging drivers per mile instead of per gallon. Here's the deal in simple terms: The state's been testing this "road charge" idea. They ran a pilot from August 2024 to January 2025 where volunteers tracked their miles and paid a fake fee (around 2.8 cents per mile in the test). Results are

ANTELOPE VALLEY, CA — California lawmakers are moving closer to replacing—or supplementing—the traditional gas tax with a mileage‑based tax, a system that would charge drivers for every mile they travel. Supporters argue the shift is necessary as electric vehicles reduce gas‑tax revenue, while critics warn it could burden working families, especially in rural regions. The proposal is not yet law, but the state’s actions signal a clear trajectory toward implementation. What A