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Chevron executive Andy Walz suggests Americans should drive less amid high gas prices

April 14, 2026 / 7:45 PM EDT / CBS News

Chevron executive Andy Walz suggests Americans should drive less amid high gas prices

TL;DR

  • Chevron executive Andy Walz suggests driving less and conserving energy to combat high gas prices.
  • Global oil prices have surged due to the war with Iran and reduced traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Walz noted that the U.S. is somewhat buffered by local production, but prices could worsen if the situation persists.
  • He expressed concern over potential supply chain issues for countries heavily reliant on Middle Eastern crude.
  • The Strait of Hormuz handles approximately 20% of the world's oil and gas supply.