The government is currently assessing its options for potential tax reductions. Last week, a significant move was made, lowering excise duty on diesel and heating oil to the permitted minimum of 33 cents per liter, adhering to European regulations. This action preceded a temporary suspension of environmental duties on all fuel and heating oil.
Essentially, future fluctuations in fuel prices will now be heavily influenced by global market dynamics. The ongoing conflict in Iran is already contributing to increased prices, impacting supplies locally. Forecasts predict a modest rise in petrol prices outside motorways, estimated to increase by only a few cents per liter, reaching approximately 1.59 euros per liter.
However, the impact on diesel and heating oil is expected to be more substantial, with potential price increases of up to ten cents per liter. This represents a considerable cost for drivers, potentially adding four to five euros to the expense of filling a full 50-liter tank of diesel. The changes affect the availability and cost of fuel and heating oil.
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Fuel price increases are anticipated.