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Diesel Prices Rise in Mauritius: What You Need to Know
If you filled up your diesel tank before Wednesday this week, consider yourself fortunate. The Petroleum Pricing Committee (PPC) confirmed on the evening of Tuesday, 24 March 2026 that the price of diesel in Mauritius will increase by 10%, moving from Rs 58.95 to Rs 64.80 per litre. Petrol prices, however, remain unchanged at Rs 58.45 per litre. It is not a small bump, and for anyone who relies on a diesel vehicle for their daily commute, their business, or their livelihood, it is news that
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Mauritius Car Market Stalls at the Start of 2026: What the Numbers Are Telling Us
The first two months of 2026 have delivered a sobering message to the Mauritian automotive industry. With just 5,175 vehicles registered between January and February, the market has retreated by 20% compared to the same period in 2025, when 6,480 vehicles were on the books. Against a backdrop of sweeping fiscal reforms introduced in the 2025/2026 national budget, this sharp contraction is not entirely surprising. But understanding what lies behind it, and where the market goes from here, matters for everyone from dealers and importers to
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![The Strait of Hormuz Crisis and Your Fuel Bill What Mauritian motorists need to know right now]()
The Strait of Hormuz Crisis and Your Fuel Bill What Mauritian motorists need to know right now
If you've recently driven past a filling station and enjoyed the fact that prices haven't moved much yet, don't get too comfortable. The conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran that escalated in early 2026 isn't just a faraway geopolitical story. For Mauritian motorists, it may not have reached the pump just yet, but the signs are there that it's only a matter of time.Here's why, and what it means for you.It all comes down to one stretch of
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![A tougher stance on drink and drug driving in Mauritius, but will it actually help?]()
A tougher stance on drink and drug driving in Mauritius, but will it actually help?
Mauritius has started 2026 with a worrying spike in drink and drug driving cases, and Government is moving towards a firmer response. Cabinet has approved drafting instructions for legal amendments that could bring two major changes.One is systematic vehicle seizure when a driver tests positive for alcohol and or drugs. The other is a process where the Commissioner of Police could seek immediate suspension of a driver’s licence through an ex parte application before a judge in chambers, rather
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![A brutal start to 2026 on Mauritian roads]()
A brutal start to 2026 on Mauritian roads
The opening weeks of 2026 have already brought sobering news for road safety in Mauritius.As of 16 January, ten people had lost their lives in nine road accidents since the start of the year. This is double the number recorded over the same period in 2025. The incidents involved a mix of road users, including motorists, pedestrians and two-wheel riders, highlighting that risk on Mauritian roads is not limited to one group.While early-year statistics can fluctuate, the increase is significant enough
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![How 2025 Vehicle Registration Trends Reflect Market Shifts in Mauritius]()
How 2025 Vehicle Registration Trends Reflect Market Shifts in Mauritius
Mauritius’ 2025 vehicle registration figures reveal a market that reacted quickly to changes in taxes and duties. To support this analysis, two reference charts are attached at the end of this article: Registration of New and Second-Hand Vehicle in December 2025 and Registration of New Vehicles in December 2025 by Make, Type and Number. These charts provide helpful context for understanding how registrations evolved toward the end of the year and how different segments performed.Total vehicle registrations for 2025 reached 38,062 units, made
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![Will Penalty Points Make Mauritius’ Roads Safer This Time?]()
Will Penalty Points Make Mauritius’ Roads Safer This Time?
Mauritius is getting serious about road safety. With road deaths climbing and dangerous driving becoming all too common, the government is reintroducing a penalty points system as part of the new Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill 2025. But will it work this time?Let’s break it down and see how other countries have fared with similar systems.What’s Changing for Drivers?The new penalty points system is far more advanced than the short-lived version from 2013. Here’s what Mauritian motorists
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![Increased Police Presence for Mauritius Over the Festive Season]()
Increased Police Presence for Mauritius Over the Festive Season
A clear message for safer roads in MauritiusMauritius is heading into the festive season under tighter road surveillance, and the numbers from the past three months leave no doubt as to why. Between September and November, the national police carried out 291,450 stop and search operations, issuing 55,228 fines in the process. It is one of the most intensive enforcement periods in recent years, driven by a rise in serious and fatal accidents, often linked to alcohol and drug consumption.A noticeable
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![Road Works on the Black River–Savanne Coastal Road: What Commuters Need to Know]()
Road Works on the Black River–Savanne Coastal Road: What Commuters Need to Know
If you travel along the scenic stretch between Rivière Noire village and Bel Ombre, expect some light disruptions over the coming weeks. The Ministry of National Infrastructure has announced that the Black River–Savanne Coastal Road, also known as the B9, will be partially closed for 21 days starting Tuesday, 18 November. These are minor moving works focused on routine maintenance and touch ups to keep this coastline route in good condition.While the activity will be visible, the impact on traffic
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![Cascavelle Roundabout to Open on November 15]()
Cascavelle Roundabout to Open on November 15
Good news for commuters heading to and from the west. The long-awaited Cascavelle roundabout is set to open to traffic on Saturday, 15 November 2025, marking a major step forward in easing congestion around Flic-en-Flac and its surrounding areas.Following a site visit earlier this week, the Minister of National Infrastructure, Mr Govindranath Gunness, confirmed that construction works on the roundabout will be completed by Friday, 14 November 2025. The visit, conducted between Pierrefonds and Cascavelle, brought together Members of Parliament, officials from the
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![Flic-en-Flac Bypass: Final Works Underway and What Drivers Should Expect]()
Flic-en-Flac Bypass: Final Works Underway and What Drivers Should Expect
It is finally happening. For anyone who commutes to and from the west, the long-awaited Flic-en-Flac Bypass is in its final stages, with the finishing touches being completed this week. Once opened, the new bypass plans to ease long-standing congestion around Cascavelle and Flic-en-Flac, improving overall connectivity across the region.However, before we can enjoy smoother drives, there will be a short period of disruption. Like any good upgrade, there’s a bit of short-term pain before long-term gain. As
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![Jetour Arrives in Mauritius: A Fresh Chapter in Affordable Luxury]()
Jetour Arrives in Mauritius: A Fresh Chapter in Affordable Luxury
The SVICC in Pailles came alive on 1 November 2025 as Mobilis Auto officially launched Jetour in Mauritius. The event brought together dignitaries, industry guests and the Minister of Land Transport and Light Rail, Osman Mahomed, in a polished evening that balanced energy, excitement and optimism. Under the theme Drive Beyond, the launch marked Mauritius joining the first wave of Jetour’s global expansion.A Warm Welcome and Clear MessageThe launch was more than a car reveal, it was a celebration of
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![Porsche’s Profit Slump and What It Means for the Luxury Car Market in Mauritius]()
Porsche’s Profit Slump and What It Means for the Luxury Car Market in Mauritius
Porsche, one of the world’s most profitable carmakers, has reported a steep 99% drop in operating profit for 2025. What was once a model of stability has become a signal that even the most prestigious automotive brands are feeling the strain. While the effects remain global for now, the situation raises questions about how shifting trends in the luxury segment could influence smaller markets such as Mauritius.The Global PictureOver the first nine months of 2025, Porsche’s revenue fell by about
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![Port Louis Ring Road: Progress, Challenges and the Road Ahead]()
Port Louis Ring Road: Progress, Challenges and the Road Ahead
For years, the Port Louis Ring Road has promised to ease congestion by providing additional access routes into and out of the capital, improving traffic flow for thousands of daily commuters. Designed to take pressure off the city’s main arteries, the project aimed to make travel around Port Louis faster and more efficient. But despite an ambitious start, progress has stalled and many are asking, what happened?A Quick Look BackLaunched in 2010 as part of a broader road decongestion
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![Vehicle Registration Statistics in Mauritius: 2025 Q1-Q3]()
Vehicle Registration Statistics in Mauritius: 2025 Q1-Q3
The first eight months of 2025 have revealed clear shifts in vehicle registrations across Mauritius. According to the latest National Transport Authority data, June marked a major spike in new vehicle registrations, coinciding with the national budget speech that month. The announcement led to a rush of pre-orders and deliveries as both buyers and dealerships moved to finalise transactions ahead of expected changes in duties and fees.Registration of New and Second-hand Imported Vehicles (2025)Scroll right --->Type of VehicleJan (
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