Daily Life: Transportation news in Portugal

Fuel prices are forecast to fall starting Monday, August 10, with diesel and petrol expected to drop below the 2-euro-per-litre mark. The Automobile Club of Portugal (Automóvel Club de Portugal or ACP) projects a decrease of approximately 12 cents per litre, though the government is tempering the final reduction by adjusting the tax relief on the Tax on Petroleum and Energy Products (Imposto sobre os Produtos Petrolíferos e Energéticos or ISP).

Drivers in Portugal can expect a notable decrease in fuel costs starting next week, with forecasts suggesting a drop of approximately 12 cents per litre for diesel and 12.5 cents for petrol. The Automobile Club of Portugal (Automóvel Club de Portugal or ACP) provided these estimates, though officials warn that final prices at the pump may vary by location and could fluctuate based on global crude oil market conditions.

Fuel prices will shift starting next week, with petrol expected to rise by 2.5 to 3.5 cents per litre. Conversely, diesel prices are set to decrease, with estimates ranging from a 0.9-cent drop to a 4-cent reduction according to the Automóvel Club de Portugal (Automóvel Club de Portugal or ACP). These fluctuations reflect market trends and recent government adjustments to fuel discounts.

Following a significant increase in road fatalities during the Easter period, the government is preparing a new package of safety measures. Official records show 20 deaths and 53 serious injuries from 2,600 accidents reported over the holiday, a sharp rise in severity compared to previous years. The Ministry of Internal Administration (Ministério da Administração Interna or MAI) stated that these figures demand serious reflection and urgent action.