It's no secret that fuel prices are rising annually. These include not only economic, but also political factors.
In 2018, gas prices rose again. Naturally, this did not make anyone happy. The jump was especially noticeable in May-June. But not only in Russia is expensive fuel. Drivers are always interested, but what about foreign “colleagues”. Below you can see the top 10 countries where the price of gas is considered one of the highest in Europe.
10. Great Britain
It opens a rating of countries where the price of gas is very high - Great Britain. The price of gasoline in 2018 for 1 liter reached 113 rubles. Every year, the price continues to rise. Many motorists in England believe that the cost of gasoline is too high, and the government does not take any measures to reduce it. The increase in fuel prices is due to an increase in taxes. For example, in 2010 the value added tax was increased. VAT increased from 17.5 to 20%. Against the background of the rate increase, naturally, there was an increase in gas prices. British motorists fear the New Year. After all, usually the cost rises precisely from the first days of January.
9. Ireland
Another country that is part of the UK, can "boast" the high price of gasoline among European countries. A few years ago, the cost reached more than $ 2 per liter. Now the cost of gasoline at gas stations in cities in Ireland is 1.69 dollars or 108 rubles. The price greatly affects the ordinary residents of Ireland, but citizens can not do anything with the constant increase in fuel prices. It remains to put up with overpriced, or less often to travel by personal transport in order to save money. It is worth noting that the price of gas jumps all year. A few months ago, and more precisely in June, it amounted to 1.69 dollars. This is how prices in Ireland are growing so fast. We understand the Irish like no one else and sincerely sympathize with them.
8. Sweden
Sweden and without the cost of gasoline is considered one of the most expensive countries not only in Europe but also in the world. But a separate word is still worth saying about the local price of fuel. To date, the average cost in the country is 115 rubles per liter or $ 1.70. But it is worth noting that the salaries of the Swedes are far from the smallest. And taxes in Sweden are high. Another reason why such expensive gasoline in Sweden is the desire of the Government by 2020 to become completely independent of the use of oil. But, despite the high prices, many people dream of living in Sweden. After all, there is one of the highest living standards in the world. Apparently, this is exactly what the Swedes are paying high gas prices for. In the meantime, the country is in eighth place among countries in terms of fuel prices.
7. France
To date, the cost of gasoline in French cities is $ 1.83 per liter. A few years ago, the cost of fuel reached as much as 2.2 dollars. To explain why such high prices are difficult in France if you are not an expert in finance or economics. In the meantime, the financiers of France deal with gas prices, the French, like everyone else, have to put up with this state of affairs. Or switch to public transport. Traveling by bus or metro will save a decent amount of money per month. And domestic motorists can only rejoice that gasoline in Russia does not cost as much as the French "colleagues".
6. Finland
If you decide to go traveling in Finland with your own car, be sure to find out the average cost of fuel before setting off. Depending on the brand of gasoline, its cost will be different, but on average it is 1.4 euros per liter. So, if you want to get to Finland by your own car, stock up on fuel in advance in Russia. Compared to Finland, it is very cheap here. It is only worth noting that only 10 liters of gasoline and a full tank can be transported across the border. If you decide to stock up more than 10 liters, you will have to pay an additional tax. Without this, you will not be allowed to enter Finland.
5. Portugal
The paradox of Portuguese drivers is that they have to drive to neighboring Spain for gasoline. After all, there gas prices do not bite so much, unlike their native Portugal. But the truth is, why procure at home if the Spaniards sell you much cheaper gas. Such an increase in the cost of fuel is associated with high taxes that a motorist has to pay when buying gasoline. More than 50% of the amount of fuel is a tax. And one liter of gasoline in Portugal costs from 109 rubles.
4. Denmark
Opens the four leaders who are unlucky the most, the Scandinavian country - Denmark. Denmark is a country with a high standard of living, and therefore prices are high. On average, fuel costs rose from 1.70 to 1.92 dollars per liter. In connection with such prices, there are not many motorists on the Danish roads, because it’s cheaper to change to public transport. But thanks to expensive gasoline and a small number of cars in the cities of Denmark, there is a very good ecology, because most of the environmental pollution comes from cars.
3. Italy
Another country that was unlucky with the cost of gasoline is sunny Italy. Although the Italians need cars in general, because their cities are so beautiful that it is better to walk and enjoy the views. Apparently, such romance is no longer attractive to local residents, and they are ready to give 110 rubles per liter of gasoline, only to travel around Italian cities by car. It is possible that such high prices are due to the fact that the country has a high level of corruption, and many people in every possible way evade paying taxes. Doesn’t resemble anything?
2. The Netherlands
The Kingdom of the Netherlands did not quite reach the championship. The maximum price that was fixed by motorists at gas stations in the Kingdom was $ 1.98 per liter. Up to this point, the cost has grown steadily until it reaches a record high. Such a sharp increase in prices is due to the fact that the Netherlands is very dependent on oil refining. Before the 2008 crisis, everything was stable and prices were as low as possible. After 2008, the Dutch economy fell into disrepair, and the Government still cannot cope with its consequences. So the Dutch have to lay out round sums to get around by car.
1. Norway
In the first place is another Scandinavian country - Norway. Here, the average cost of gasoline is 119 rubles per 1 liter. Norway is one of the countries where the bulk of the budget depends on oil sales. But, as in the Netherlands, stability in the country was violated after the 2008 crisis. The fall in oil prices led to the fact that the Government was forced to reduce part of the costs and increase the gas tax. This led to an increase in fuel prices.