How to refuel when driving in Italy? As a general rule, it is best to fill up your tank when you see a sign indicating the next service station. This will ensure that you have enough fuel to reach your destination without having to stop along the way. In Italy, gas stations are typically open from 6:30am to 11:00pm, but some may have slightly different hours. Look for a sign that says "benzina" or "petrol" to find the gas station. When refueling, make sure to pull up to the pump and insert your fuel card or pay with cash at the pump. Some gas stations may also accept credit or debit cards. It's important to note that in Italy, fuel is sold in liters, not gallons. The standard unleaded gasoline in Italy is called "benzina senza piombo" (lead-free gasoline), but some gas stations may also offer premium gasoline called "benzina alta qualità" (high-quality gasoline). Additionally, some areas in Italy may have higher fuel prices than others, so it's a good idea to fill up when you see a good price. In summary, when driving in Italy, it's best to fill up your tank when you see a sign indicating the next service station, make sure to insert your fuel card or pay with cash at the pump, and be aware that fuel is sold in liters and may have different prices in different areas ?
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Fueling Summary: Italian fuel prices are in line with international oil prices, with gasoline costing around 1.6 euros per liter and diesel being slightly cheaper. Self-service fueling is the main method at gas stations, with support for cash and credit card payments. Local fueling terms: Gas station: distributore di benzina Gasoline: benzina Diesel: gasolio Parking fee standards: Parking spaces in the city center cost about 1-2 euros per hour. Parking fee machines do not give change, so please prepare plenty of coins. How to distinguish between diesel and gasoline: In Italian, gasoline is called benzina; diesel is called gasolio, which is very similar to the English word gasoline. Therefore, when refueling in Italy, try to say Benzina for gasoline to avoid refueling with the wrong type of fuel. If it is diesel, you should stop at the Diesel or Diesel blu fuel nozzle; if it is gasoline, you should stop at the Super or Super blu fuel nozzle. If you are unsure, you can check the color indication on the fuel tank cover of the car and find the fuel nozzle with the same color. Fuel dispenser instructions: There are generally three ways to refuel: First, manual refueling, where the worker fills up your tank and then you pay at the counter using the pump number; Second, self-service refueling, where you refuel yourself and then pay at the counter; Third, coin-operated refueling, where there are markings for 5, 10, and 20 euros on the fuel dispenser, and after inserting the money, the fueling will automatically stop at the amount you set. The fuel dispenser does not give change, so do not overpay. Fueling precautions: There are many diesel cars in Europe, so be very careful not to mistake the type of fuel. If it is diesel, you should stop at the Diesel or Diesel blu fuel nozzle; if it is gasoline, you should stop at the Super or Super blu fuel nozzle. If you are unsure, you can check the color indication on the fuel tank cover of the car and find the fuel nozzle with the same color. In Italian, diesel is Gasolio, which is very similar to the English word gasoline, so if refueling with gasoline, try to say Benzina to avoid confusion with diesel. Large gas stations are staffed all day, but some small gas stations only have staff during working hours. Choosing a gas station with manual refueling can help avoid self-service operations. Fuel prices in the suburbs are more expensive than in the city center; gas stations on highways are noticeably more expensive; manual refueling is more expensive than self-service refueling. Recommended local gas stations: The most common gas stations in Italy are Agip, Esso, IP, Shell, etc., with one approximately every 20 kilometers.