Japan PM Takaichi hints at reducing gasoline subsidies
World 16:12 04/06/2026TOKYO -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Thursday hinted at reducing government subsidies aimed at keeping gasoline prices at around 170 yen per liter.
Consumers seek more information about E10 biofuel blend as Vietnam launches nationwide roll-out
Economy 20:19 01/06/2026As Vietnam officially began nationwide distribution of E10 gasoline on Monday, many consumers are seeking clearer guidance on the biofuel blend’s compatibility, performance, and long-term effects on vehicles.
Vietnam asks auto, motorcycle manufacturers to assess vehicle compatibility with E10 gasoline
Economy 18:11 31/05/2026The Industry Agency under Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has asked automobile and motorcycle manufacturers to review and assess the compatibility of vehicles with E10 gasoline ahead of the nationwide roll-out of the biofuel blend from June 1, while also providing guidance and recommendations to consumers on using the fuel.
Ho Chi Minh City-based fuel supplier to halt RON95 sales, start E10 biofuel roll-out on Friday
Ho Chi Minh City 15:15 12/05/2026Saigon Petrol Vietnam Oil JSC (PVOil Saigon), a unit of PetroVietnam Oil Corporation (PVOil), will stop selling mineral gasoline RON 95-III across its retail station network in Ho Chi Minh City from Friday as the company moves toward the large-scale distribution of E10 biofuel.
Japan resumes gasoline subsidies amid Middle East tensions
World 17:41 20/03/2026TOKYO -- The Japanese government resumed subsidies for oil wholesalers on Thursday, aiming to lower retail gasoline prices to around 170 yen per liter amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Filling station worker refuses bank transfer, siphons gasoline back in Vietnam
Vietnam News 16:53 17/12/2025An incident involving a gas station employee in Lam Dong Province, Vietnam refusing to accept a bank transfer payment and siphoning fuel back out of a customer’s motorcycle has sparked public outrage after a video of the event circulated widely on social media.
Man fixes flat tires, gives free gasoline to those in need in Da Nang
Vietnam News 14:13 01/10/2025For several months now, Tran Le Anh Cuong, a 41-year-old resident of Khue My Ward in Da Nang City, central Vietnam, has been riding around the city offering free tire tube replacements and gasoline to people whose vehicles break down on the road.
Vietnam faces potential phase-out of gasoline, diesel vehicles amid new fuel efficiency targets
In-Depth 13:58 31/08/2025The Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA) has warned that up to 96 percent of current gasoline and diesel vehicles may be driven out of the market by 2030, should the government adopt a proposed Corporate Average Fuel Consumption (CAFC) target of 4.83 liters per 100 kilometers.
Vietnamese drivers cautious as E10 biofuel rolls out nationwide
Economy 15:25 04/08/2025E10 biofuel gasoline has officially launched for widespread sale in Vietnam since August 1, but many drivers remain cautious about switching to this new biofuel.
Examinations prove many Ho Chi Minh City fuel stations in short supply
Economy 14:30 14/11/2022Vietnam has faced difficulties securing refined petroleum products in recent months
Hanoi residents queue up at midnight to buy gasoline
Vietnam News 13:37 11/11/2022Queues extended into the street at filling stations across Hanoi at midnight on Thursday
Roadside gasoline sale springs up in Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam News 13:05 06/11/2022An increasing number of roadside petrol sellers have appeared along several streets in Thu Duc City and Go Vap District
