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Italy fuel prices rise during summer return travel period

Italy is experiencing a significant rise in fuel prices during the summer return travel period (controesodo). Gasoline prices have exceeded 2 euros per liter on national roads and over 2.08 euros on highways, while diesel has surpassed 2.20 euros per liter on highways. Consumer groups like Codacons warn that families could face return trip costs of up to 270 euros, including fuel, tolls, and service area stops.

To mitigate the impact, the Italian government has extended the diesel excise tax reduction for an additional two days, covering August 25 and 26. This extension is funded by 20.8 million euros from increased VAT revenue generated by higher energy prices. The measure provides a relief of approximately 17 cents per liter. However, without further intervention, prices are expected to return to standard rates on August 27.

Traffic volumes remain high, with Anas estimating over 24 million vehicle transits during the return weekend. Heavy vehicle circulation remains prohibited on Sundays from 07:00 to 22:00 to ease congestion. Amidst these rising costs, the municipality of Valle Castellana in Abruzzo has gained attention for operating its own fuel station, offering prices up to 20 cents lower than the national average by selling at near-cost prices.

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Anas · Autostrade per l'Italia · Codacons · Giancarlo Giorgetti · Gilberto Pichetto Fratin · Italian Government · Italy · Ministero delle Imprese e del Made in Italy · Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy · Unione Nazionale Consumatori

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