Germany's gas prices hit record high
The price of Super E10 gasoline in Germany reached a historical high of 2.215 euros per liter on September 3, surpassing the previous record set in March 2022. The surge was driven by renewed conflict between the U.S. and Iran, disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, and domestic factors including drought affecting river transport.
Consensus
- The price of Super E10 gasoline in Germany hit a historical record of 2.215 euros per litre on September 3.
- This price exceeds the previous record of 2.203 euros per litre set in March 2022.
- The German automobile club ADAC monitors fuel prices and reported the data.
- The increase in fuel prices is linked to the escalation of conflict between the U.S. and Iran.
- The Strait of Hormuz has experienced a complete halt in shipping due to military operations.
- The situation has led to a global rise in fuel prices across Europe and other regions.
Points of divergence
- The cancellation of the state fuel discount, which ended on July 1, contributed to the price increase. — riamo
- The European Union began implementing the first phase of the ban on Russian pipeline gas imports on June 17. — vm
- The current price is not a historical maximum when adjusted for inflation, as higher prices were recorded in 2012. — vesti
- Drought in Germany has reduced river levels, forcing fuel suppliers to use land transport or pay higher river freight rates. — vesti
- The Netherlands also recorded a record high fuel price of €2.66 per litre, which is an all-time high. — vesti
Coverage (4 sources)
- In Germany, the cost of a liter of Super E10 gasoline broke a historical record — РИАМО
- Gas prices in Germany broke historical record amid US and Iran war — Вечерняя Москва
- Fuel prices in Germany hit record highs. — РИА Новости (Telegram)
- Gasoline in Germany has risen to record €2.21 per liter — Вести