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🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Dried-up Gas Stations: Australians Encouraged to Work from Home

As record fuel prices strain supply, the Australian government is urging citizens to work from home if possible due to empty gas station pumps.

Mar 23 • 05:23 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

In Slovenia, the government has introduced limits on refueling at gas stations due to fuel shortages

The Slovenian government has implemented temporary refueling limits at gas stations in response to fuel shortages, allowing 50 liters per day for private vehicles and 200 liters for businesses and priority users.

Mar 22 • 17:49 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Maximum 50 liters per day. The Slovenian government has limited refuelling at gas stations

The Slovenian government has imposed a daily fuel limit of 50 liters per vehicle due to supply issues.

Mar 22 • 17:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Slovenia: ‘Bulletin’ on Fuels Due to the War with Iran – Queues at Gas Stations and Shortages

Slovenia has implemented emergency measures, imposing temporary restrictions on fuel sales due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, leading to long queues at gas stations.

Mar 22 • 13:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Poles demand government response due to record fuel prices

Polish citizens are calling for government action in response to soaring fuel prices, which have reached record highs at gas stations across the country.

Mar 22 • 09:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Procon notifies gas stations after fuel price increase in Cabo Frio

Cabo Frio's Procon has notified gas stations following a reported increase in fuel prices amid consumer complaints.

Mar 21 • 22:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Taxes account for half of fuel prices: see where Estonia stands in the grand comparison of European countries

Fuel prices are at an all-time high throughout Europe, with taxes making up more than half of the cost at gas stations in many countries.

Mar 21 • 10:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

First Week of the Maximum Oil Price System Implementation... Gas Prices at Gas Stations Plummet

In the first week of the maximum oil price system in South Korea, fuel prices have witnessed a significant decrease across the nation.

Mar 21 • 01:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Diesel prices at Brazilian stations rise nearly 20% in March; 36 establishments have already been closed or fined for abusive prices

Diesel prices in Brazil have surged nearly 20% since early March, prompting investigations into fuel distribution companies and gas stations for potential price gouging.

Mar 21 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why the exemption for fuel disappears before reaching the pumps

The Brazilian government's decision to eliminate taxes on diesel did not lead to immediate price reductions at gas stations due to the complexities of the supply chain.

Mar 20 • 21:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Diesel prices increased 20.4% at gas stations in Brazil since the start of the war in Iran, says ANP

Brazil has experienced a significant rise in diesel prices, with a 20.4% increase since the onset of the Iranian conflict, according to ANP data.

Mar 20 • 21:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Abusive fuel prices lead agency to find irregularities in pumps at 20 gas stations in AC

Consumer complaints about high fuel prices prompted an inspection by Procon-AC, resulting in irregularities at 20 out of 40 gas stations checked in the state of Acre.

Mar 20 • 21:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Average diesel price rises nearly 20% at gas stations since the beginning of the war and reaches R$ 7.26, says ANP

The average price of diesel in Brazil has increased by over 19.41% in two weeks due to rising oil prices linked to the Middle East conflict.

Mar 20 • 20:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finnish Juha proves Thailand's fuel shortage: 'On Wednesday, there was nothing left to buy'

Thailand is experiencing a significant fuel shortage, with many gas stations running out of fuel and long queues forming overnight, attributed to hoarding and supply chain issues.

Mar 20 • 18:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PERSON OF THE WEEK ⟩ Tarmo Kärsna: the new national sport is searching for cheap gas stations

Tarmo Kärsna, head of business development at the Estonian energy company Alexela, discusses fuel price trends and the impact of global crises on energy costs, while also touching on his role in the sports community.

Mar 20 • 17:03 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Latvian government is looking for ways to mitigate the rise in fuel prices

The Latvian government is actively seeking solutions to ease the impact of rising fuel prices, aiming to keep the price per liter at no more than 1.85 euros in gas stations despite current prices exceeding two euros for diesel fuel.

Mar 20 • 16:35 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Fuel Filling Restrictions Introduced in Slovenia

Slovenia has introduced fuel filling restrictions due to long queues at gas stations, primarily driven by local and neighboring drivers seeking cheaper fuel.

Mar 20 • 14:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Due to abusive prices, Procon fines more than half of gas stations in a city in Serra Gaúcha; gasoline reached R$ 6.69

In response to abusive fuel prices, Procon has fined over half of the gas stations in Bento Gonçalves, Brazil, with prices for gasoline and diesel displaying significant increases.

Mar 20 • 14:23 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

State Gas Stations Will Not Lower Prices. According to the Office for the Protection of Competition, They Could Sell Below Costs

State gas stations in Czechia are not expected to reduce their fuel prices despite regulations allowing them to sell below costs.

Mar 20 • 14:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Fuels: SP98 exceeds 2 euros per litre

Fuel prices, notably SP98, have surpassed 2 euros per liter in French gas stations amid rising tensions affecting oil markets.

Mar 20 • 11:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

GALLERY ⟩ Fuel prices at gas stations have taken a small step back

Fuel prices at gas stations in Estonia slightly decreased recently due to government measures aimed at mitigating the impact of global supply issues.

Mar 20 • 09:45 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Gas Stations: Nothing, really nothing here is Super Plus, except perhaps the gasoline

The article reflects on the complex cultural and political significance of gas stations in Germany, as explored through the lens of the film 'Bang Boom Bang'.

Mar 20 • 07:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Fuel thieves robbed two gas stations in Mažeikiai

In Mažeikiai, Lithuania, unidentified individuals stole diesel fuel from two gas stations on March 13, causing damages amounting to 431 euros.

Mar 20 • 07:40 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Excise duties, the cut is not visible. The government: blanket controls

The Italian government announced a gas price reduction, but the expected decrease has not been clearly seen at local gas stations, raising questions about compliance.

Mar 20 • 00:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Debate on Fuel Prices: After the Fuel Package, a Windfall Tax Could Follow

The Bundestag is debating tighter regulations for gas stations, with a potential windfall tax on excessive profits generating controversy.

Mar 19 • 18:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Two gas stations are fined in operation against irregular price increases in fuel, in PB

Two gas stations in Brazil have been fined for illegal fuel price hikes during an operation in João Pessoa and Cabedelo.

Mar 19 • 17:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Ministry of Finance: Gas Stations Gradually Reduce Margins Since the Start of Fighting in Iran

Czech Finance Ministry reports that gas stations have been gradually reducing their profit margins since the onset of hostilities in Iran.

Mar 19 • 14:09 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

MF: Gas Stations Gradually Lower Margins Since the Start of Fighting in Iran

Gas stations in the Czech Republic have been progressively reducing their profit margins since conflict erupted in Iran.

Mar 19 • 13:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Operation inspects gas stations and distributors to investigate increase in fuel prices in João Pessoa

Authorities are inspecting gas stations and distributors in João Pessoa to investigate unjustified increases in fuel prices.

Mar 19 • 13:46 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Germany has come up with a way to prevent fuel price increases

Germany is seeking to stabilize fuel prices by introducing a law that limits gas stations to only raising prices once a day at noon, with penalties for violations.

Mar 19 • 12:03 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Strike at gas stations? What Theodorikakos and gas station owners agreed

Greece's Development Minister, Takis Theodorikakos, met with representatives of the Gas Station Owners Federation to discuss a temporary cap on profit margins, likely averting a planned strike.

Mar 19 • 11:27 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
World

Kremlin Slams ‘Irresponsible’ Ukrainian Drone Attacks on TurkStream and Blue Stream Compressor Stations

Gazprom reported that Ukraine launched drone attacks on compressor stations linked to key gas pipelines, prompting strong condemnation from the Kremlin.

Mar 19 • 10:42 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"It's a matter of survival" Fuel restrictions and reduced operating hours in Yamagata, the highest gasoline price in the country

Yamagata Prefecture is facing soaring gasoline prices exceeding 200 yen per liter, prompting gas stations to impose fuel purchase restrictions and reduce hours, with local residents expressing concerns over the economic impact.

Mar 19 • 10:38 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

GALLERY ⟩ This morning, fuel prices neared 2 euros at gas stations

Due to the ongoing war in the Middle East and the resulting supply difficulties of oil and natural gas, fuel prices have significantly increased in recent weeks, reaching nearly 2 euros in Tallinn gas stations on Thursday morning.

Mar 19 • 07:18 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

End of cheap fuel abroad? Slovakia changes rules for Poles

Slovakia has approved a resolution allowing gas stations to limit fuel sales to foreign vehicles and charge higher prices to combat fuel tourism from Poland.

Mar 18 • 21:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

End of cheap fuel in Slovakia. Poles will pay more and tank less

The Slovak government has approved a resolution allowing gas stations to limit diesel sales and charge higher prices for vehicles with foreign plates to combat fuel tourism from Poland.

Mar 18 • 21:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government considers seeking compensation against distributors and gas stations to contain diesel prices

The Brazilian government is evaluating a legal move to seek compensation from fuel distributors and gas stations due to unjustified increases in diesel prices.

Mar 18 • 20:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Reaction to Iran War: Austria Plans to Lower Fuel Tax

Austria plans to reduce fuel costs by lowering taxes and intervening in the profit margins of refineries and gas stations in response to rising oil prices due to the Iran conflict.

Mar 18 • 15:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Drivers Aim to Save Time: It Becomes the New Currency of Gas Stations

A recent study shows that drivers increasingly prioritize time-saving services at gas stations, shaping the future of the fuel retail industry.

Mar 18 • 09:41 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Fuel: Endless Strike at Gas Stations? - Fuel Station Owners Are Upset About the Price Ceiling

Tensions escalate between the Greek government and fuel station owners as a potential strike looms due to disagreements over a profit cap.

Mar 18 • 07:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"To earn 200 to 300 won per liter..." Six cases of fake oil sales identified

Authorities in South Korea have uncovered six locations selling fake oil products, motivated by the rising prices from the US-Iran conflict.

Mar 18 • 05:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Procons and ANP monitor gas stations to combat diesel price gouging; see balance

The ANP, in collaboration with consumer protection agencies, conducted inspections of fuel stations across nine states in Brazil to identify abusive pricing practices for diesel fuel.

Mar 18 • 00:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Police opens investigation to determine if gas stations are charging abusive prices for fuel

The Federal Police in Brazil has initiated an investigation into potentially abusive pricing practices in the fuel market.

Mar 18 • 00:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fuel prices rose at least 29 gas stations in the DF; ministry sees signs of abusive price adjustment

An operation by Brazil's Consumer National Secretariat identified signs of abusive fuel price increases at 29 gas stations in the Federal District.

Mar 17 • 23:18 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

MF: The first analysis does not indicate a radical growth in margins at gas stations

The initial analysis suggests that there is no significant increase in profit margins for gas stations.

Mar 17 • 16:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Gas Stations Are Not Profiting from the Oil Crisis, Ministry Confirms

The Czech Ministry has confirmed that gas stations are not exploiting the oil crisis for profit.

Mar 17 • 15:47 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Slovakia: A Brake on 'Fuel Tourism' That 'Drains' Gas Stations

Slovakia plans to implement measures to limit 'fuel tourism' by requiring foreign drivers to pay more for diesel or placing caps on their fuel purchases.

Mar 17 • 15:09 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Fuel Chain Leader: Fuel Prices Do Not Rise Faster Than World Market Prices

Alan Vaht, a leader in the transport fuel sector in Estonia, argues that fuel prices at gas stations do not increase faster than those on the world market, despite consumer complaints.

Mar 17 • 15:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Foreigners in Slovakia May Pay More for Diesel, Government Considers

The Slovak government is considering a regulation that could require foreign drivers to pay more than Slovak motorists for diesel at gas stations.

Mar 17 • 13:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Maximum Price System’ Gasoline Prices Continue to Fall After Five Days at 1828 Won, But Rate of Drop Is Uncertain

The implementation of Korea's maximum price system on gasoline has resulted in a decrease in prices at gas stations, though the pace of reduction remains questioned.

Mar 17 • 08:49 UTC

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