14.03.2026 01:40
Drivers wanting to fill up their tanks before the price hike takes effect in China flocked to gas stations. Long lines of vehicles formed in many cities, especially in large cities where the convoy in front of gas stations stretched for miles. The impending increase in prices is attributed to rising global oil prices due to the ongoing war in the Middle East.
Before the expected increase in fuel prices in China, drivers flocked to gas stations. Especially in eastern cities, long queues formed as hundreds of drivers headed to stations to fill their tanks at the pre-increase price. Drivers wanting to refuel before the price hike struggled to reach gas stations until late at night.
TANKS FILLED BEFORE THE INCREASE
Following announcements that fuel prices would be raised in China, many drivers headed to gas stations. In particular, images taken in the city of Nanjing showed vehicles forming long queues in front of the stations.
Drivers tried to make a small profit by filling their tanks before the price increase came into effect.
INCREASING GLOBAL OIL PRICES HAD AN IMPACT
The increase in fuel prices is driven by a rise in global oil markets. Tensions in the Middle East and uncertainty in energy markets have caused oil prices to rise rapidly and significantly. The price of Brent crude oil is currently hovering around $100 per barrel. Prices had approached the $120 mark last week.
Due to rising costs, the Chinese government also decided to regulate fuel prices.