sõidukikütuse

Sõidukikütus, often translated as vehicle fuel or motor fuel, refers to any type of combustible liquid or gas used to power internal combustion engines in vehicles. The most common types are gasoline (petrol) and diesel fuel, derived from crude oil. Gasoline is typically used in spark-ignition engines found in most cars and motorcycles, while diesel fuel powers compression-ignition engines, prevalent in trucks, buses, and some cars.

Beyond petroleum-based fuels, alternative fuels are gaining traction. These include ethanol, a biofuel produced from plant matter, often blended with gasoline, and biodiesel, derived from vegetable oils or animal fats, used as a substitute for or blended with conventional diesel. Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and compressed natural gas (CNG) are gaseous fuels used in specially adapted vehicles. Electric vehicles, powered by electricity stored in batteries, represent another significant alternative, eliminating the need for combustion fuels altogether. The choice of fuel impacts vehicle performance, emissions, and environmental footprint. Fuel prices are subject to global market fluctuations, geopolitical events, and taxation policies.