The vast majority of the Spanish population has gotten used to looking at the price of any purchase, from the milk in the basket to refueling the car. He rising cost of living It is a fact, which is reflected in the increases in the CPI and it directly affects the saving capacity of families, for which reason decisions are made to avoid its impact. One of them, which became a trend after the uncontrolled increase in the price of fuel, is that of refuel at low cost gas stations. Many claim that this election It can entail risks for your car, but is it true? We solve all your doubts.
Like everything in this life, the cheapest price is usually related to a less careful manufacturing process. The quality of the fuels that we find in service stations as Ballenoil, Campsa Express, BonÀrea or Esclatoil It must comply with standards that allow its commercialization. In other words, the base must be pure enough and free of impurities to be sold, but they do not add additives that we do find in the main chains such as Repsol or Cepsa.
mistrust is still there
About him risk of refueling your vehicle at a “low cost” gas station has been talked about at length, creating that distrust that accompanies the most veterans. One of the arguments that most helps to lose that fear is that CLH (Compañía Logística de Hidrocarburos) is the only company in charge of distributing gasoline and diesel in Spain. That is to say, the fuel used by both chains comes from the same place so also it cost them the same.
The control and traceability of these fuels is fully protected, so: Why is it more expensive or cheaper to refuel depending on the brand?
- Type of business: “low cost” gas stations do not have staff or are usually associated with a large supermarket such as Carrefour or BonÀrea. This decision represents a notable saving in expenses, so the business can afford to adjust the prices of the product and install self-checkout ATMs.
- Location: you will not find a “low cost” gas station at any motorway exit, their locations are key to adjusting spending as a company. They take advantage of shared spaces with large surfaces or cheap land, which are not on the main roads.
- They do not spend on advertising: on television you can see ads for Repsol or Cepsa, but you will not see them for a “low cost” channel. They also do not sponsor the Moto GP champion teams and, all this, supposes a relief in the final accounts of the companies.
But you are business decisions do not affect your car, which can tell the difference between a well-treated gasoline or not. The leading companies invest millions in the additive development for improve engine performance, reduce fuel consumption and extend the life of the blocks. It’s all about products chemicals such as anti-knock, preservatives or lubricants, responsible for improving the combustion process while preventing corrosion of internal engine parts. refuel at a station more expensive is not synonymous with quality ‘per se’but treatment from some companies will provide your car with extra power and safety.