Sweden fuel prices rise as temporary tax cuts expire

Fuel prices in Sweden are rising following the expiration of temporary tax relief measures on fossil fuels. On October 1, the energy tax on gasoline and diesel returned to previous levels, causing prices to climb. Gasoline prices saw an increase of approximately one Swedish krona per liter including VAT, while diesel prices were expected to rise by about 40 öre.

Despite these increases, a significant price gap remains between Sweden and neighboring Norway, with differences reaching nearly ten Norwegian kroner per liter. This disparity continues to drive Norwegian motorists to cross the border to Bograngen and other Swedish stations to refuel. While some border stations previously experienced heavy congestion, traffic levels have fluctuated as motorists evaluate if the savings still justify the travel time.