Truckers and commuters in Portugal protest against record fuel prices and taxes

On September 25, 2026, hundreds of truckers in Portugal staged a go-slow convoy on the A1 motorway, and commuters honked horns on Lisbon's April 25 bridge, to protest record fuel prices. Prices rose 24% year-on-year, with diesel over €2 per liter, due to supply disruptions from the Iran war and Ukraine conflict. Truckers demanded tax refunds, while commuters called for remote work, toll suspension, and VAT cuts. Infrastructure Minister Miguel Pinto Luz acknowledged the industry was overlooked and scheduled a meeting.