othermedium impact07/09/2026, 23:46:53Confidence 69/100
Russia’s fix for its fuel shortage: let gas stations sell the low-grade fuel that harms modern cars
Starting September 1, Russian gas stations will be allowed to sell gasoline and diesel fuel classified as Euro-2, Euro-3, and Euro-4. The government has adopted a decree to that effect, the Energy Ministry said.
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The Russian government has adopted a decree to allow the sale of low-grade fuel.
Attributed to: Energy Ministry
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Starting September 1, Russian gas stations will be allowed to sell gasoline and diesel fuel classified as Euro-2, Euro-3, and Euro-4.
Attributed to: Energy Ministry
Impact analysis
Who claims what
- —Starting September 1, Russian gas stations will be allowed to sell gasoline and diesel fuel classified as Euro-2, Euro-3, and Euro-4. (per Energy Ministry)
- —The Russian government has adopted a decree to allow the sale of low-grade fuel. (per Energy Ministry)
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Our assessment
If the Energy Ministry's claims are accurate, Russia's move to permit sales of Euro-2, Euro-3, and Euro-4 fuels may indicate persistent domestic fuel shortages and efforts to…