Fuel prices continue to fall: Where it is cheapest now!

Fuel prices continue to fall: Where it is cheapest now!

Deutschland - The prices for petrol and diesel have decreased continuously in the past few weeks, and experts assume that this development could still last for a while. The average price for Super E10 is currently around 1.67 euros per liter, while diesel is available for 1.55 euros. These price reductions are remarkable, especially in comparison to the previous week, in which gasoline fell by almost two cents by almost two cents. May 2025 marked the third month in a row with lower fuel prices. According to Welt , the prices for Superzin E10 were last so low in December 2024, Diesel was last last in September 2022 cheaper.

The decline in prices is largely influenced by the new funding quantities of the Opec. From July 2025, the Opec is planning to increase daily oil production by 411,000 barrels. This increases the offer on the market, while demand is stagnating in many industrialized countries. The price for a barrel of the Brent variety is currently $ 64, which represents a decline around a dollar compared to the previous week. The euro has increased in value compared to the dollar and also contributes to cheaper fuel prices.

regulatory measures and price transparency

Despite the falling prices, there is criticism from the ADAC, which criticizes that the petrol stations do not completely pass on the price advantages to consumers. However, the Bundeskartellamt has so far seen no reason for regulatory intervention, but is planning measures to improve price transparency. The prices at motorway filling stations also differ greatly from those at the surrounding petrol stations, whereby drivers have to pay up to 40 cents more.

The price gradient between diesel and super gasoline is currently around 12 cents in favor of diesel, which could be cheaper due to less taxation in Germany. Favorable tank times are between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., while prices are most expensive in the morning. A similar picture is shown in neighboring countries: the price for super gasoline is 18 cents in Luxembourg and 22 cents cheaper in Austria. Diesel prices move 15 cents under the German level in Luxembourg and around 6 cents in Austria. In Poland, the price distance at super gasoline is even 35 cents and at diesel 18 cents.

global factors and future price forecasts

The decline in oil prices, which is also considered the cause of the lower fuel prices, is influenced by various global factors, including geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties. According to a report by Tagesschau , the dispute within the Opec+ and the inconsistency in compliance with production quotas, especially by Kazakhstan, leads to uncertainties on the market. This can also be seen in the falling oil prices that have already fallen over 20 % this year.

Market observer predicts an oversupply of the oil market by around 600,000 barrels per day, which could continue to push prices. Future developments, such as the tense trade relationships and the possibility of further sanctions against countries such as Iran, Venezuela and Russia, could also affect global oil prices. Experts agree that the coming months will be decisive and observe the situation with great attention.

Overall, there are both opportunities and risks for consumers in relation to future price development. While the "Driving Season" traditionally leads to an increase in fuel prices, the stable market conditions could also favor a continuation of the current price trends.