ÖAMTC: Fuel is more expensive, Diesel is still above the petrol level

Current fuel prices in the ÖAMTC-Check

Vienna (OTS) – After the drivers were between November and January on falling fuel prices, offers, shows the monthly ÖAMTC-analysis that from January to February to an increase in the price of the domestic gas stations. So the Liter of Super cost an average of 1.1 cents more, the price rose to 1,183 euros. In the Diesel there was even an increase of two cents, the Liter cost, on average, 1,196 euros. Thus, Diesel was the second month in a row more expensive than Super. The price margin between the two fuel types in January from 0.4 cents in February, to 1.3 cents. At some gas stations the price for diesel is four cents above the price of Super. Because this Situation created uncertainty among consumers, calls for the ÖAMTC and more traceability when it comes to the pricing of the tank. A clear communication about the magnitude of the influence factors would ensure more transparency.

Tips for price-conscious drivers

On the one hand, you can save time by driving money. Here it helps to recall the Motto „Slip, instead of Rushing“ into the memory. Anticipatory Driving, with the highest possible gear and use the engine braking effect is easy on the wallet. Also unnecessary weight or roof should be avoided constructions – such as roof boxes, which are not used.

On the other hand, it is an expensive tank, for example, directly to motorways, avoid. Here is a saving potential of up to 26 euros on the 50-litre tank of fuel. Fast and easy price comparisons with the ÖAMTC-Fuel-App.

Due to the constantly changing prices for Super and Diesel for the consumers is not easy to keep track of them. The latest prices you can always find on www.oeamtc.at/sprit. Also, owners of iPhones and Android Smartphones can get the cheapest fuel prices with the ÖAMTC, the App directly on the phone.

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