Shell Unveils New Improved Fuels that Last 15km Longer per Tank
- Vivo Energy Kenya, which distributes and markets Shell goods, unveiled Shell V-Power Unleaded, Shell FuelSave Unleaded, and Shell FuelSave Diesel
- Hans Paulsen, the company's vice president representing East and Southern Africa, said Shell aims to offer consumers more mileage
- Vivo Energy Kenya continues to be the leading oil marketing company in Kenya, holding a 21.34% market share, followed by Rubis
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Vivo Energy Kenya, which distributes and markets Shell goods and services countrywide, has introduced upgraded fuels, which are expected to revolutionise the fuel industry.
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Which fuel products did Shell reformulate?
These new and enhanced Shell fuels, which have been reformulated using state-of-the-art cleaning agents and performance-enhancing technologies, include Shell V-Power Unleaded, Shell FuelSave Unleaded, and Shell FuelSave Diesel.
The company announced that thanks to the latest improvements researched by 150 scientists for five years, each tank of Shell FuelSave Unleaded lasts up to 15 kilometres longer.
Vivo Energy executive vice president representing East and Southern Africa, Hans Paulsen, said Shell aims to offer consumers more mileage.
"Shell FuelSave Unleaded, our main-grade fuel, promises up to 15 extra kilometres per tank. Whether it's providing more mileage or more comfortable and pleasurable travel, Shell is always looking to do more. We are introducing our latest generation Shell fuels, which will provide you with a smoother ride, more engine protection and cleanliness, and more mileage. Kenyans may now anticipate more from Shell Fuels," Paulsen said in a statement.
Paulsen pointed out that the requirements and expectations of customers are changing and that the launch is a strategic move based on consumer insights, putting Shell in a position to provide tangible benefits where they are most needed.
"Now that they have access to Shell's cutting-edge technology, our clients can do more of what they enjoy and go farther," he stressed.
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Additionally, the oil marketing firm unveiled the upgraded Shell V-Power unleaded, which was co-engineered with innovative partners like Scuderia Ferrari.
"To increase these fuels' effectiveness and performance, we're always creating and enhancing them," he added.
What is Vivo Energy's market share in Kenya?
As of December 2024, 155 oil marketing companies were registered in Kenya, according to a report by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA).
Vivo Energy Kenya continues to be the leading oil marketing company in Kenya, holding a 21.34% market share.
Rubis Energy Kenya came in second place with 15.96%, followed by TotalEnergies Marketing Kenya PLC, with a market share of 14.53%.
Other top petroleum companies are Ola Energy Kenya (4.42%% %), Be Energy Limited (3.72%), Galana Energies (3.12%), Stabex International (2.29%) and Lake Oil Limited (1.95%).
What are fuel prices in Kenya?
Despite a decline in the price of oil globally, EPRA maintained the prices of fuel in May.
According to the regulator, between March and April 2025, the average landed cost of kerosene decreased by 4.52%, diesel by 6.62%, and super gasoline by 2.95%.
The cost of super gasoline, diesel, and kerosene for Nairobi motorists is KSh 174.63, KSh 164.86, and KSh 148.99 per litre, respectively.
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