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There’s no denying the fact that we all want to pay as little as possible when filling up the tank or charging our car battery. Nobody enjoys watching the numbers tick up at the pump, especially when you suspect that the station down the road might be charging less.

 

The Spanish government has just launched a solution. Ruta-E is a new app developed by the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public Administration that does exactly what frustrated drivers have been crying out for. It shows you where to find the cheapest petrol stations and electric charging points, whether you're pottering around town or embarking on a cross-country road trip.

 

Moreover, the interface is refreshingly straightforward. No clutter, no confusion, just the information you actually need. The app pulls real-time updates directly from the stations themselves on prices, fuel types and the availability of charging points. It works for all types of vehicles too, whether you're driving electric, hybrid or a traditional combustion engine.

 

Open it up and you'll see all available stations displayed on a map, complete with fuel prices. For electric car drivers, it also shows plug types and maximum power output for each charging point.

 

Tap on any specific station and you'll get additional details like opening hours and other useful information.

 

Another clever feature lets you create a personalised route between your starting point and destination. As you plan your journey, petrol stations and charging points pop up along the way with updated prices, allowing you to choose the station with the best value without going miles out of your way.

 

Perhaps best of all, Ruta-E is completely ad-free. There's nothing to slow you down or distract from finding what you need. The app is available for both Android and iOS devices and won't cost you a penny to download or use.

 

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