Faced with rising gas prices, it is possible to take advantage of certain offers or tricks to reduce the amount of the bill.
The price of fuel has reached record highs in 2022. And the international economic and political situation does not suggest a significant drop in the coming months. Until the situation improves, it therefore seems necessary to save on gasoline and diesel. The State as certain distributors reacted to these increases, but the consumer can also act.
The National Assembly, as part of the bill on purchasing power, seems on the verge of adopting, at the end of July, a new boost on the price of fuel. It will however be necessary to be foreseeing, because this one will not be definitive nor continuous. As the text currently stands, the reduction of 18 centimes on taxes should be increased to 30 cents in September. It will then be degreased by 10 cents per month. The month of September will therefore be the most favorable for refueling, even some reserves.
In-station promotions
To this are added commercial gestures major oil brands or distributors. In March, several had launched temporary reductions. We will have to watch for new offers. Total has already announced a reduction of 20 cents at these stations in September. The E.Leclerc centers have also planned to offer fuel at cost during the great crossover of the summer, from July 28 to 30. Choosing the right station, in particular through online comparators, can thus make it possible to identify the best prices, and other occasional or local promotions.
But in the longer term, the solution may also be to consume less. The most obvious reflex is of course to leave the car as much as possible, whether for the benefit of public transport or cycling. If you can’t do this, economical driving allows, over the length, real savings. Accelerating more gradually, anticipating slowdowns more or simply accepting to lose a few minutes by reducing top speed has a real impact on fuel consumption. It’s also A gesture for the planet.