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Energy and fuel

Petrol, diesel, electricity and where it pays to fill up between Italy and Switzerland.

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• Competition Commission investigates expensive fuels in Ticino

  Councillor Benoît Gaillard raises suspicion of understandings on gasoline prices after Etzelpark's arrival in Bellinzona.

• Star fuel cost: petrol at €1.97 and diesel at €2.18

  The average fuel prices reported by the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy show increases along the road and motorway network.

• Switzerland and Fossils: How Much Energy Dependence Weighs

  Analysis of Switzerland's dependence on fossil fuels: 58% of the final energy consumed comes from oil and gas. What it means for the economy.

• Municipality and Businesses: Getting to Know Each Other

  Vezia Municipality hosts an event to strengthen dialogue with local businesses

• Why cross-border workers pay more for fuel in Ticino

  Fuel prices in Ticino remain high, with differences of over 20 cents per litre between different areas. Here's what changes for cross-border workers

• Dissatisfaction among Lugano Airport employees

  Anonymous letter to Lugano Municipality highlights tensions between staff and director Christian Castelli

• Iran internet blackout hits 70-day mark

  Iran's internet blackout has reached its 70th day, one of the longest national blocks ever recorded.

• Switzerland at risk of blackout: what changes for cross-border workers

  Switzerland faces electricity shortages in 2026. Here are the implications for those working in Ticino and living in Italy

• Swiss: Q1 profits up but fuel costs loom

  Swiss airline closes Q1 with rising profits, but fuel costs could erode gains.

• One in three Ticinese refuels in Italy

  The rise in fuel prices in Italy is pushing cross-border workers to refuel in Ticino. Here's what changes

• Fuel in Ticino: no shortage, but high prices

  There is currently no fuel shortage in Ticino, but prices remain high. The future depends on the development of the war and European energy flows.

• Car thefts rise in Ticino: AXA reports an increase

  AXA reports a rise in car thefts in Switzerland, particularly in border cantons like Ticino. Here's what you need to know and how to protect yourself.

• Car thefts in Ticino: AXA data shows surge

  Car thefts in Ticino are on the rise, with the canton above the Swiss average. AXA reports cases nearly doubled compared to pre-pandemic.

• Car thefts in Ticino: Land Rover, Alfa Romeo, and Porsche most targeted

  Car thefts are increasing in Switzerland, with Ticino above the national average. Here's what you need to know and how to protect yourself.

• Petrol exceeds 1.9 euros per litre: first time in two years

  Petrol price hits 1.926 euros per litre in self-service mode, while diesel slightly decreases.

• Switzerland fuel: critical jet fuel stocks

  Switzerland's jet fuel reserves only cover 72 days, against the expected 90. Here's what changes for cross-border workers.

• Fuel risk in Switzerland: crossing the border may not be enough

  Switzerland could face a fuel shortage. Florence Schurch of Suissenégoce warns of a high risk and possible repercussions for cross-border workers

• Lugano Airport: 4 million in unauthorized expenses

  Municipality questioned: 2.7 million for fuel, VAT not included. Strategy and timelines still unclear

• Stricter fuel checks in Como province

  The Guardia di Finanza in Como has intensified checks on fuel distributors, issuing four fines for price irregularities.

• Four gas stations in trouble: displayed prices different from actual ones

  The Guardia di Finanza of Como discovered irregularities in four fuel distributors in Ticino. Here's what changes for cross-border workers.

• Finance Police: fuel checks in Como

  Four distributors fined for gasoline price violations. Here's what changes for cross-border workers.

• Fuel price hike: Varesi petrol stations face tax and uncertainty

  After the 1st May bank holiday, fuel distributors in the province of Varese found themselves out of stock. Here's how taxes are complicating life for managers

• New fuel excise duties: price changes in Ticino

  As of May 2, 2026, excise duties on gasoline and LPG have increased, while diesel has slightly decreased. Here's how fuel costs change for cross-border workers

• Secure oil and gas supply in Ticino

  The attack on Iran and the retaliations have increased the prices of petrol and diesel even in Switzerland, but the supply remains stable.