Emmanuel Macron has asked his government to mount what Le Figaro describes as a "totale mobilisation" on fuel supply and prices. The French president's request, reported by Le Figaro on Wednesday, 16 September 2026, covers both the availability of fuel and what drivers pay for it.
The instruction comes as fuel prices in France have risen, with Le Monde reporting that consumption has fallen sharply at the same time. According to franceinfo, the balance between oil supply and demand has tightened further, which the outlet links to the renewed surge in pump prices since the end of the summer.
The pressure is being felt beyond motorists. La Voix du Nord reports that driving schools have raised the alarm over rising costs, with one describing profitability as very low. RMC, meanwhile, has published tools allowing readers to check which stations near them are out of stock, a sign that supply problems are affecting parts of the network.
