That’s it, summer vacation is finally coming to an end. In two months, motorists are preparing to return to work, probably reluctantly for many. Especially since many companies have decided to bring everyone back to the office full-time. Which then means higher fuel costs. But even this summer the demand was very high prices have risen sharply throughout France. Up to exceeding the level of 2.70 euros per liter at some service stations. And, unfortunately, this is not the end. But not all fuel is in the same boat.
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Decline of diesel
Indeed, some seem to be valued less than others. This is, for example, the case of diesel, which is growing less and less in France. Indeed, we know that electric car sales have already surpassed diesel car sales. But that’s not all. Indeed, according to specialists, the demand for diesel fuel is also falling sharply. For the first seven months of the year, this engine is presented only 10.4% of sales of new cars, compared to 16.4% for the same period last year. But that’s not all. Because it is also felt on the pump.
Decrease in demand
Indeed, as industry specialists explain, the demand for diesel fuel delivery to service stations has decreased by 1.9% compared to July 2022. Thus returns below 70%, which has not happened for many years. At the same time, the demand for unleaded oil grew by 5.2%. It remains to be seen whether this drop will be permanent or just a blemish on the diesel, which nevertheless remains slightly cheaper than petrol at the service station. Now.
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Source: Auto Plus
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