Low-cost petrol stations with better prices have been getting more popular in Spain with their self-service approach, where customers are responsible for all stages of refueling. Now, Spanish companies Petroprix and Plenoil are about to open low-cost petrol stations in the country.
According to Jornal de Notícias, the first petrol stations will be located in Covilhã and Águeda. The plan is ambitious, with the aim of opening 120 filling stations by 2027. The companies promise prices up to 15 cents lower than the "traditional market" options.
Petroprix revealed that there are plans to open 15 more petrol stations next year. In 2022, Petroprix reached the impressive mark of 700 million euros in sales, doubling the figure from the previous year.
These low-cost service stations offer consumers an alternative, especially at a time when fuel prices are constantly rising. The promise of lower prices can help ease the pressure on family budgets by making fuel more affordable.
A new budget filling station was completed in our area 2 years ago; but has yet to begin operating.
I wonder whether the existing fuel station owners can block them indefinitely?
In any case, newcomers to the business should be aware that it takes years to open, and have deep pockets.
By mark Holden from Algarve on 03 Nov 2023, 10:29
Some basic petrol pricing options would help, too many deals inter-woven with super market and loyalty card promotions. This week I could have saved around 30c a litre with a combination of apps, supermarket loyalty card and supermarket credit card..... all a bit complicated for someone who is new to Portugal.... I would certainly prefer a low cost provider...
By Andy from Algarve on 03 Nov 2023, 11:40