Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the tax cut, expected to lower fuel prices by approximately 17 cents per liter, will cost the government around 1.6 billion euros. Additionally, a tax-free bonus of 1,000 euros for employees is to be introduced, financed by an increase in tobacco tax and a forthcoming income tax reform set to take effect in January 2027. The coalition also plans to strengthen antitrust laws to prevent price gouging at fuel stations.