Super petrol is currently more expensive than ever in Germany. On a nationwide daily average, a liter cost 1.712 euros yesterday, as the ADAC announced today in Munich. The price thus surpassed the previous all-time high of 1.709 euros from September 13, 2012. Diesel fuel cost 1.640 euros per liter – that too was a record.
In view of the record fuel prices, the Union has called for relief for drivers and accused the traffic light coalition of inaction. “Although this development has been apparent for months and will probably continue like this, the traffic light is silent,” said Union parliamentary group leader Ulrich Lange (CSU) today dpa. Instead of acting decisively, the coalition has not come up with any proposals for solutions or initiatives. “This is an indictment and a slap in the face for millions of commuters who depend on affordable fuel prices.”
This applies in particular to rural areas, where the car is the most important means of transport for many. “Our declared goal is therefore to keep mobility affordable for everyone and at the same time to make it more climate-friendly,” says Lange. “For this purpose, for example, a more dynamic commuter allowance could be introduced, which automatically increases with the gas price and compensates for inflation. Energy taxes should finally be reduced to the minimum required in Europe.”
The FDP traffic politician Bernd Reuther said dpa: “There are several approaches to relieving the burden on people when petrol prices continue to rise. However, the route via the commuter allowance leaves many of those affected untouched. It is clear that the Federal Government will coordinate closely on this issue, which is very important for the people in our country and Mobility must remain affordable.”
Economic and political factors
The fuel prices, which have been rising for weeks, are mainly due to the high oil price. Economic and political factors play a role here. Supply is tight and demand is solid. In addition, the political tensions on the Russian-Ukrainian border are causing a significant risk premium on the oil market. Russia is one of the largest oil producers in the world.
(fpi)