Despite the speeches of developed countries insisting on ending the use of fossil fuels, oil still manages to grease the wheels of the world economy in 2024.

The line at the gas station after rumors of fuel price increasesPhoto: Inquam Photos / Alex Nicodim

The price of petrol and diesel is an extremely important indicator as it directly or indirectly affects all prices in the free market. It will take some time until, for example, only electric fleets transport food or farmers find themselves in a situation where they no longer need diesel for their tractors.

That is why fluctuations in fuel prices at gas stations quickly cause nerves and discussions not only among drivers, but also in the entire society. However, people often don’t know who and why they should upset the rising prices of petrol and diesel.

Who is to blame when prices rise, or what are the real reasons for rising prices?

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