How Do You Buy Diesel Fuel In Mexico?
When it comes to buying diesel in Mexico, there is only one option: the red-white-and-green gas stations of Petroleos Mexicanos, the state-run petroleum concern commonly known as Pemex. While Pemex products don’t have the greatest reputation for quality, their prices are sometimes lower than those in the U.S., so Pemex stations along the northern border often attract American drivers in search of a bargain. Just keep in mind that Pemex stations are full service, so using one will require interaction with an attendant, most likely in Spanish. Step 1 Locate a Pemex station that has a rectangular, black banner reading “Pemex Diesel” on its billboard. Not all Pemex stations sell diesel. Step 2 Pull up to the pump that is labeled with the same black Pemex Diesel logo. It should be apart from the other pumps, which have green and red logos for “Magna” and “Premium,” the unleaded gasoline blends. Step 3 Tell the attendant: “Llena el tanque con diesel, por favor,” if you want to fill up. Or, i
