Choosing the right tyres is key to safety and performance on the road. Winter tyres and all-season tyres are designed for different conditions, and understanding their advantages and limitations helps you make the best decision. Characteristics of winter tyres Winter tyres are made specifically for driving in cold conditions, snow and ice. Their main features
To compare fuel prices between European countries, we decided to look at where fuel is cheapest in Europe. The methodology is fairly simple: take the average price of a litre of petrol in each country and the average monthly net salary (after tax). The resulting affordability index is the ratio of these two figures and
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What is Eurosuper 95 fuel? Eurosuper 95 (unleaded 95) is a type of petrol used in vehicles with internal combustion engines. The number ‘95’ in the name refers to the octane rating, which measures the fuel’s resistance to knocking during combustion. A higher octane rating allows the engine to run smoothly, especially in modern cars.
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When you fill up with petrol, you may wonder whether to choose Eurosuper 95 (unleaded 95) or Eurosuper 100. The two differ in octane rating, which affects engine performance, efficiency and price. Understanding these differences helps you make the best choice for your vehicle. What is the octane rating? The octane rating measures a fuel’s
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Fuel consumption is one of the key factors when choosing a car. Economical cars not only reduce running costs but also help cut harmful emissions. Below is an overview of some of the most economical cars on the market. Criteria for assessing a car’s fuel economy Cars are assessed on combined fuel consumption, which covers
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Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular because of their environmental and economic advantages. Lower emissions, lower maintenance costs and quiet driving are just some of the reasons why more and more drivers are choosing electric vehicles. In this article we explain in detail how electric cars work, their pros and cons, and the most popular
LPG (liquefied petroleum gas) is a mixture of propane and butane obtained from refining crude oil and natural gas. Thanks to its properties, LPG is liquid under pressure, which makes it easy to transport and store. Its versatility gives it a wide range of uses, including as a vehicle fuel and for cooking and heating.
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AdBlue is a fluid used in diesel vehicles fitted with selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology. It is used to reduce emissions of harmful nitrogen oxides (NOx) in the exhaust gases of diesel vehicles. The fluid consists of 32.5% urea and 67.5% deionised water, and using it reduces a vehicle’s environmental impact and meets European environmental
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Blue diesel, also known as ‘agricultural diesel’ or ‘reduced-duty diesel’, is a type of diesel fuel used for specific purposes such as agriculture, forestry and other sectors working outdoors. It differs from regular diesel in its lower price, due to the lower taxes applied to it. In Croatia, blue diesel has a specific colour marking
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Heating oil, known in Croatian as lož ulje, is one of the most important fossil fuels, used for heating homes, in industrial processes and as fuel for certain types of ships and vehicles. Heating oil is a crude oil distillate, and its main purpose is to provide heat economically and efficiently. Types of heating oil
