The impossible has become a reality.

On January 1, 2026, the domestic fuel market recorded positive developments as several products continued to see price reductions. Most notably, RON 95-III gasoline, a popular fuel for cars and scooters, decreased to 18,910 VND/liter in Zone 1 and 19,280 VND/liter in Zone 2. This is a low price compared to many periods in 2025, creating a positive sentiment among the public right from the beginning of the new year.

According to the price list effective from 3:00 PM on December 31, 2025, RON 95-III gasoline became a highlight as it returned to below 19,000 VND/liter for the first time after a long period of high prices. Other products such as E5 RON 92-II gasoline, E10 RON 95-III gasoline, and diesel also maintained lower prices compared to the previous year's average, contributing to cooling down transportation and production costs.

At a price of 18,910 VND/liter in Zone 1, 500,000 VND can buy approximately 26.4 liters of RON 95-III gasoline. This amount is enough to fill the tanks of many common motorbikes, and even small cars can have a significant amount of fuel for short trips.

In a context where the cost of living remains a major concern, being able to confidently travel for the entire spring holiday with only half a million dong is considered rare in recent years.

The drop in gasoline prices not only has economic significance but also creates a clear psychological effect. Many people are choosing to take advantage of the New Year's holiday to go out and enjoy themselves, instead of worrying too much about fuel costs as before. Short, inexpensive trips, just enough to get a change of scenery after a busy year, have become more appealing than ever.

From the center of Hanoi , with just that much fuel in the tank, people can visit Hanoi's Old Quarter to feel the New Year atmosphere permeating every small alley and cafe, or take a stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake... when the streets are relatively empty of traffic during the holidays.

For those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, Soc Son, Huong Pagoda, Bat Trang pottery village, Ba Bi National Park, Duong Lam ancient village… are popular choices for day trips, offering peaceful rural settings suitable for families or groups of young friends.

The routes from the city center to these destinations are not too long, allowing drivers to enjoy a leisurely drive, save fuel, and still experience nature and fresh air at the beginning of the year. These destinations are all suitable for short trips, with low costs, perfectly embodying the spirit of a relaxing spring getaway.

From a broader perspective, the price reduction of RON 95-III gasoline is considered to bring many benefits. It reduces the burden of fuel costs for consumers, especially those who use personal cars. Transportation and logistics businesses have more room to stabilize freight rates after the peak season at the end of the year. The consumer market also benefits from a more positive sentiment as travel costs are "cooled down".

Amidst the continued narrow fluctuations in global crude oil prices due to investor caution, current domestic gasoline and diesel prices reflect stability in management and the impact of the overall downward trend.

Source: https://baovanhoa.vn/xe/dieu-khong-tuong-da-thanh-that-194299.html