Significant Decline in Iran’s Gasoline Consumption Following Fuel Card Reform

According to Khabaronline, an Iranian news agency, The remarks were made during the 138th meeting of the Iranian Cabinet, chaired by President Masoud Pezeshkian, where ministers presented updates on recent government actions across various sectors.

According to the Minister of Oil, average daily gasoline consumption in Iran stood at around 129 million liters in the month of Azar (late November–late December). Of this amount, 43 percent was consumed using fuel station cards, while 57 percent was purchased through personal fuel cards. Following the implementation of the reform plan, the use of station cards declined by 17 percent, while reliance on personal cards increased. As a result, daily gasoline consumption dropped to approximately 120 million liters.

The minister noted that, beyond reducing overall consumption, the plan has strengthened monitoring mechanisms, helped curb potential misuse, and encouraged motorists to rely more on personal fuel cards. He also highlighted growing public interest in converting vehicles to dual-fuel systems, stating that around 1,000 people register for the program each day, with more than 33,000 applicants currently on the waiting list.

In addition to fuel-related issues, the cabinet meeting featured reports on recent rainfall and flood management, the status of water reservoirs, developments in the housing sector, Iran’s expanding foreign cooperation, and recent national sports achievements. These discussions reflected the government’s comprehensive approach to addressing economic, environmental, social, and international challenges simultaneously.

The reduction in gasoline consumption comes at a time when Iran faces ongoing challenges related to energy efficiency, environmental sustainability, and subsidy management, making the policy shift a key indicator for both domestic and international observers assessing the government’s evolving energy strategy.