ADAC Critiques Rising Fuel Prices Amidst Market Closures
Daily Pulse
April 5, 2026
ADAC Critiques Rising Fuel Prices Amidst Market Closures
The ADAC has raised concerns regarding the recent surge in fuel prices, suggesting that oil companies are applying risk premiums despite closed trading venues over the weekend.
Following a notable increase in crude oil prices, diesel prices in Germany reached a record high of €2.425 per liter on Holy Saturday, surpassing previous peaks from March 2022 by €0.10. Additionally, the price for Super E10 rose to €2.184 per liter, nearing its all-time high. The ADAC attributes these price hikes to potential strategic pricing by oil companies, as market conditions did not justify such increases during the trading closures.
For journalistic integrity, this report was summarized from: deutschlandfunk.de
