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ADAC Deems Diesel Overpriced as German Fuel Prices Keep Rising

The motorists' club urges small reductions after diesel outpaced E10 in the latest weekly averages.

Overview

  • Average prices climbed week over week to €1.677 per liter for Super E10 and €1.607 for diesel, according to ADAC.
  • Diesel rose by 4.2 cents versus a 2.1‑cent increase for E10, leaving diesel seven cents cheaper than E10 despite the stronger jump.
  • ADAC attributes the upswing primarily to higher Brent crude, which moved from roughly $61 to over $64 per barrel within a week.
  • Seasonal demand for heating oil is adding pressure on diesel-linked prices, prompting ADAC to label diesel "overpriced" and call for small cuts.
  • Drivers can curb costs by timing fills in the evening hours, typically between 18:00 and 22:00, with a slightly stronger euro offering only modest relief.