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PM Anutin denies plan to end gasohol 91 and 95 sales in 2027

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PM Anutin denies plan to end gasohol 91 and 95 sales in 2027

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Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul denied reports that Thailand will stop selling gasohol 91 and 95 in 2027. Speaking at Government House on 11 Nov, he said a phase-out is only a long-term idea. No timeframe has been set, and departments must first submit studies for his approval.

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Why it matters

Online rumours worried motorists, especially owners of cars that cannot use E20 fuel. Regular petrol costs more than gasohol 91 and 95, so a change could affect living costs.

What's next

Relevant government departments must submit studies and supporting figures before the prime minister considers approving any phase-out.

Key dates

  1. Last month (October 2026)The government cut excise tax on E20 petrol and B20 diesel to help lower living costs.
  2. 11 NovAnutin told journalists at Government House that no end date for gasohol 91 and 95 has been set.

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