Because Diesel Is Too Expensive: French Motorists Now Fill Up on Old Frying Oil to Save Money

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When diesel at the pump keeps getting more expensive, creativity is called for. In France, drivers are turning to an unusual alternative: used frying oil is increasingly going straight into the tank — not the fryer, but the diesel engine.

Why Frying Oil of All Things?

The reason is as simple as it is understandable — fuel costs in France are high, and many owners are looking for ways to cut their expenses. As Focus Panorama reports, frying oil in the tank saves money, which is why, given the high fuel prices in France, it is increasingly ending up in fuel tanks.

The Catch: Regular Maintenance

The math only works, however, if you factor in the higher maintenance effort. Focus Panorama points out that frying oil in the tank requires regular maintenance — an extra expense you have to weigh against the fuel savings.

For you, that means: anyone considering switching to frying oil themselves should do the math first — fuel savings versus additional workshop visits. Exactly how the French prepare their oil and get it into their vehicles — the report provides no details on that.