4 Aug, 10:34··

Low fuel prices in Bavaria – investigation underway.

Der Spiegel

Gas prices were different in Germany last month. People in the north paid more than those in the south. The reason is low water in the Rhine River.

The Bundeskartellamt, Germany’s competition authority, is investigating price differences. These differences were seen in gasoline prices across the country. Bavaria had the lowest average price for gasoline. Low water levels in the Rhine River are the reason for the price changes. The cartel office is looking at data from oil companies to understand why prices varied.

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Highlights

North-South Fuel Price Difference

Consumers in northern Germany paid more than those in southern Germany.

Rhine River Low Water

Low water levels in the Rhine River caused the price difference.

Bundeskartellamt Investigation

The German competition authority is looking into the price changes.

Bavaria Lowest Prices

Bavaria had the lowest average fuel prices in Germany.

Oil Company Data Review

The cartel office is checking data from oil companies.

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