Filling the vehicle’s deposit has become a considerable expense for many families, with the prices of fuels to stay high. This reality leads more and more conductors to look for simple and effective ways to save on bombs, and this is where the so -called German method comes in, an intelligent strategy that is helping many to spend less whenever they supply.
Gasoline is around 1,669 euros per liter and diesel the 1,522 euros per liter. These values become even more significant when supply is frequently done, becoming an important slice of the monthly budget.
Saving without major sacrifices is possible
Although there are no major prices in the early months of the year (there was a small descent recently), it is essential to find strategies that help reduce costs. Fortunately, there are methods that do not imply great sacrifices.
The German method that is gaining attention
In Germany, for example, Automobile Club German (ADAC) has been developing several studies on fuel price standards and has presented a set of recommendations that may also be useful in Portugal.
Avoid fueling in the highway
One of the main conclusions of ADAC is the place where it is supplied. “Fuel prices on the highways can be, on average, about 38 cents per liter more expensive for diesel and more than 39 cents per liter for gasoline (Super E10),” says Clube Auto.
A small deviation can represent great savings
Thus, whenever possible, you should avoid fueling service posts located on the highways. A small deviation to a national road or urban area can make all the difference in the final invoice.
Difference can exceed 20 euros per deposit
In a 50 liters deposit, savings can exceed 20 euros, depending on the chosen post. On certain occasions, this difference can be even more pronounced: “Prices can be up to 54 cents per liter higher than in stations located outside the highlights,” says ADAC.
Attention to the time of the day you supply
According to the time of the day it supplies it also influences the price. According to the data collected, the most advantageous periods to supply are between 19h and 20h, being the prices almost so low between 9 pm and 10 pm.
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Avoid the early hours of the morning
By contrast, the early morning is pointed out as the worst time to supply. “Prices are usually higher around 7am,” warns ADAC, recommending that this time avoids not to pay without need.
Heat also influences consumption
Another relevant factor is the ambient temperature. During the warmer days, the fuel expands, which means it may be receiving less energy for each liter fueled. Therefore, the ideal is to supply at the beginning or end of the day, when time is cooler.
Days of the week with the best prices
Choosing the day of the week can also influence fuel spending. Weekend and holidays are, as a rule, periods when prices go up due to increased demand.
Fueling Monday or Tuesday tends to be more economical, according to the standards identified by ADAC. These variations may seem small, but accumulate throughout the month.
Avoid impulsive purchases at the posts
In addition, it is advisable to avoid purchasing products at the gas stations, except in case of need. Prices practiced in these spaces are mostly superior to those practiced in supermarkets.
Changing habits makes a difference at the end of the month
Adopting these small behavioral changes can result in significant savings at the end of the month. They do not require much effort, just a little more attention and planning.
Being aware of the site, the moment and the conditions you supply is, according to the experts, the key to save. Following the so -called “German method”, the positive impact on the monthly budget can be immediate.
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