Russia is considering selling gasoline based on whether a car's license plate number is even or odd
In a number of Russian regions, authorities are considering implementing a system where gasoline sales are restricted based on whether a vehicle’s license plate number is even or odd. Officials hope this measure will reduce long lines at gas stations and stabilize the fuel shortage situation.
Regions across Russia have decided to adopt the Oryol Oblast’s fuel distribution model—and begin selling gasoline only on days assigned to specific license plate numbers. The system is currently being studied and prepared for implementation in four regions of the country, according to Mash.
The format has been virtually approved in the Lipetsk Region: staff members who will monitor compliance at gas stations are already being trained there. Several days will be set aside to notify residents, and the new rules will take effect starting Saturday.
"The system works like this: People visit gas stations on specific days: those with license plate numbers starting with 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8 can refuel on even-numbered days, while those with 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9 can do so on odd-numbered days. The limit is 30 liters per vehicle," the statement reads.
As a reminder, the fuel shortage in Crimea has triggered a wave of mass layoffs and business closures.
Earlier, the Russian presidential administration sent special “recommendations” to state-run and pro-government media outlets regarding how exactly to report on the fuel shortage in the country.
The fuel crisis is also intensifying in Russia: gasoline is running out at gas stations and lines are growing longer.
Russia has allowed the use of lower-quality gasoline due to the fuel crisis.
