And just like that, we’re heading into the second month of the year. How time flies. Fuel prices for February 2016 are out, and once again it’s good news for Malaysian motorists, especially those with long journeys planned this Chinese New Year.
For this coming month, RON 95 will be priced at RM1.75 per litre (10 sen down compared to January 2016), RON 97 at RM2.05 per litre (20 sen down), diesel at RM1.35 per litre (25 sen down) and Euro 5 diesel at RM1.45 (25 sen down). RON 100, meanwhile, is not regulated, and price changes (if any) may not necessarily happen on the 1st of each month. For now, Petron Blaze 100 is priced at RM2.80 per litre.
Since December 2015, RON 95 has come down by 20 sen, RON 97 by 40 sen, and diesel by a staggering 55 sen. What do you think of these prices?
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Comments reflect a mix of opinions on the recent fuel price drop in February 2016, with many expressing satisfaction over the lower prices of RON95, 97, and diesel. Some users compare local prices to other countries like the USA, Sweden, and Singapore, criticizing Malaysia's high petrol and car prices despite being an oil producer. There are concerns about government profits and subsidies, with some believing prices are artificially maintained higher than market value. Several comments criticize the lack of corresponding decreases in transportation and food costs, and accuse the government of mismanagement and corruption, especially regarding Petronas profits and national resource usage. Overall, sentiments ranged from optimistic appreciation of the lower fuel prices to suspicion and frustration over perceived unfair pricing and government exploitation.