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Gasoline and diesel sales in Azerbaijan have risen noticeably over the past year, driven by a combination of economic, infrastructural, and social factors.
According to official data, fuel sales grew by nearly eight percent compared to the previous year. Analysts attribute the increase primarily to a sharp rise in vehicle imports. In 2025 alone, more than 123,000 vehicles were brought into the country – a jump of over 34 percent year-on-year. A larger vehicle fleet has naturally translated into higher fuel consumption.
Another key factor is increased economic activity in the formerly occupied territories. The expansion of freight transport, passenger traffic, and construction-related vehicle use in these areas has significantly boosted demand for gasoline and diesel.
Experts also point to the structure of Azerbaijan’s vehicle fleet. A large share of cars on the road are older models with relatively low fuel efficiency, which leads to higher fuel usage per vehicle. At the same time, domestic tourism has grown strongly, with more people traveling to the regions – including Karabakh – contributing to increased road traffic.
While environmentally friendly transport is gradually being introduced, its impact remains limited. Electric vehicles currently account for only about 1-2 percent of the total car fleet, a level too low to meaningfully reduce overall fuel consumption. By contrast, in countries such as Norway and Denmark, electric vehicles make up 35-40 percent of cars, significantly lowering demand for traditional fuels.
Economists note that modest fuel price adjustments at the end of last year and the beginning of this year may also have influenced sales figures.
Overall, experts believe that without a faster transition to electric and gas-powered public transport, fuel consumption in Azerbaijan is likely to remain elevated in the near term.
