Fuel prices are playing a significant role in the current French presidential election, with a liter of gasoline now costing 2.12 euros. This increase has sparked widespread conversations, especially in smaller towns and rural areas, where people are closely watching the price of a full tank, hunting for the cheapest gas stations, and even driving less to save money. The election is taking place at a time when fuel prices are at record highs, with a barrel of Brent crude oil exceeding $100. As a result, every candidate is being asked to take a clear stance on how to address the rising cost of fuel. Candidates are broadly divided between those who support reducing taxes on fuel to make it more affordable and those who are pushing for a transition away from fossil fuels. Marine Le Pen has long advocated for lowering the value-added tax (VAT) on fuel, arguing that gasoline should be treated as a necessity, even if it mainly benefits wealthier individuals. Jean-Luc Mélenchon, on the other hand, has called for a price freeze, specifically targeting the profit margins of oil companies like Total. Michel-Édouard Leclerc, a candidate aligned with Mélenchon, is trying to appeal to voters who rely on cars for daily life, even though this approach is not the most environmentally friendly. Other candidates are offering varied solutions. François Hollande, in his book Unir, suggests a temporary reduction in the VAT on fuel as a short-term measure to ease the burden on consumers. Raphaël Glucksmann is promoting the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, while Philippe Brun, a left-wing deputy and candidate, has proposed making electric cars more accessible by offering models priced at 10,000 euros. Meanwhile, candidates from President Macron’s party are suggesting targeted financial assistance to help people cope with high fuel costs until the situation improves. The candidates who are currently benefiting from the high fuel prices are those who can promise to lower the price of gasoline, even if only temporarily. However, such measures can put additional strain on a government already dealing with financial constraints. The debate around fuel prices is expected to continue until the 2027 elections, echoing the tactics used by former President Jacques Chirac during his 1995 campaign, where he focused on short-term economic relief to gain voter support.