️ Authorities in Uzbekistan reportedly prevented the sale of 7,823 tons of substandard petroleum products during inspections conducted since the beginning of the year. According to the Uzbek Energy Inspectorate, these discrepancies were identified across 330 separate cases, predominantly involving AI-92 and AI-95 gasoline grades.

️ During a recent press briefing, inspectorate officials allegedly admitted that 240 of the total cases were linked directly to fuel retail filling stations. However, the representatives declined to disclose the exact breakdown of substandard volumes, specific technical parameters that failed compliance, or detailed figures for individual gasoline brands. *

️ Furthermore, critical questions regarding the punitive measures imposed on errant filling stations and the assessment of damages incurred by motorists whose vehicle engines suffered breakdowns remained unanswered. Officials reportedly failed to provide clear or satisfactory explanations on these consumer protection matters.

️ Observers note that while consumers are previously advised to retain purchase receipts and secure official mechanic reports when suspecting poor fuel quality, the lack of transparency regarding penalizing violators raises ongoing concerns within the domestic fuel market.

Source: kun.uz