Last Updated: August 24, 2026 | Gas prices, platform rewards, and promotional bonuses are subject to change; please refer to CPC Corporation, Taiwan, the platform app, and official announcements for actual amounts.
From midnight on August 24 through 12:00 p.m. on August 30, CPC Corporation’s gasoline and diesel prices in Taiwan will remain unchanged. For food delivery riders, this means that, on the surface, gas station prices will remain unchanged this week: 92 unleaded at 30.5 NTD per liter, 95 unleaded at 32.0 NTD per liter, 98 unleaded at 34.0 NTD per liter, Super Diesel at 29.3 NTD per liter. However, just because fuel prices haven’t risen doesn’t mean delivery riders can ignore their operating costs. What they really need to calculate is the total of “fuel costs per kilometer + idle time + detours + maintenance and consumables” to determine how much they’re actually earning per hour this week.
If you’re planning to hit the road today, here’s the first thing I’d do: don’t just look at the price per liter—instead, figure out your usual mileage. Let’s say your motorcycle gets 35 kilometers per liter using 95 unleaded gasoline. The fuel cost per kilometer is roughly 32 ÷ 35, which is about 0.91 yuan. That might not seem like much, but if you ride 120 kilometers a day, it comes to about 109 yuan; if you have to take detours in the rain, wait a long time at stores, or struggle to find parking during rush hour, your actual expenses will be higher than the numbers suggest. Gas prices have been frozen this week—it’s a good time to review your cost calculations, not a reason to ignore costs entirely.
| Project | This Week's News | What Delivery Drivers Need to Know |
|---|---|---|
| Effective Period | August 24, 2026, 12:00 a.m. through August 30, 2026, 12:00 a.m. | For this week, let's use these prices to estimate fuel costs. |
| 92 Lead-free | 30.5 yuan per liter | Used for some commuting and short-distance motorcycle rides |
| 95 Lead-Free | 32.0 yuan per liter | Common Estimation Standards for Most Food Delivery Motorcycles |
| 98 Lead-Free | 34.0 yuan per liter | If a vehicle model requires high-octane fuel, the cost will be calculated separately. |
| Super Diesel | 29.3 yuan per liter | Most commonly used in logistics or trucking contexts |
Gas prices haven't changed, so why do delivery drivers still have to recalculate?
The reason is simple: the platform’s earnings estimates typically don’t automatically account for fuel costs. When you see 300 yuan per hour today, you actually have to deduct costs for fuel, motor oil, tires, brakes, cell phone data, insurance, and occasional repairs. The fact that gas prices have remained stable is just one variable that’s temporarily held steady; if your delivery distances get longer this week, you spend more time waiting for orders, or rainy weather forces you to take longer routes, your actual hourly wage may still go down.
I’ll break down this week’s costs into three figures. The first is the fuel cost per kilometer, calculated by dividing the price of your usual fuel by the average fuel consumption. The second is your daily mileage—it’s best not to rely on guesswork; instead, use your motorcycle’s odometer or Google Maps Timeline to get a rough estimate. The third is the number of orders completed per hour. After all, covering the same 100 kilometers in 8 hours versus 5 hours creates a completely different cost burden. It’s not that delivery riders can’t take long-distance orders—it’s that they need to know whether those orders actually cover the costs of the return trip, waiting time, and supplies.
Based on a rough estimate of 32 yuan per liter for 95 unleaded gasoline, if your motorcycle’s average fuel efficiency is 30 kilometers per liter, the fuel cost per kilometer is about 1.07 yuan; for 35 kilometers per liter, it’s about 0.91 yuan; and for 40 kilometers per liter, it’s about 0.8 yuan. If you ride 80 kilometers a day, fuel costs will likely range from 64 to 86 yuan; if you ride 150 kilometers a day, it will probably be around 120 to 160 yuan. This doesn’t even account for motor oil, tires, brake pads, the drivetrain, maintenance time, or unexpected repairs. So don’t just ask, “Did gas prices go up today?” Ask yourself, “Did the distance I drove today actually translate into income?”
How should I adjust this week's order intake?
When gas prices remain stable, there’s no need to suddenly change your driving habits just because of fuel costs, but you can use this week to establish a baseline. Full-time delivery riders can track the following for 7 days: daily fuel costs, total mileage, hours online, actual earnings, and notes on rainy days or peak hours. Part-time delivery riders can limit their records to just three time periods: weekday dinners, weekend dinners, and rainy or extremely hot days. Once you’ve compiled these records, you’ll know whether you’re dealing with “low order prices” or “excessive mileage”—and these two issues require different approaches.
If your per-order rate is low, focus on the platform, time slots, tasks, and service areas; if your mileage is too high, focus on declining orders that are clearly out of your way, reducing empty return trips, and avoiding restaurants where orders are likely to be delayed. We’ve previously compiled a list on this site.Food Delivery Drivers’ Actual Hourly Wages and Hidden Costs...You can read this along with that article. For motorcycle repair costs, please refer toMaintenance and Replacement of Consumables for Food Delivery Motorcycles. If it rains this week, you’ll also need to factor in safety concerns and the cost of taking a detour. For more information, seeSafety Checks for Food Delivery on Rainy DaysThe
FAQ
8/24 Have gas prices gone up this week?
According to an announcement by CPC Corporation, Taiwan, gasoline and diesel prices will remain unchanged from August 24 through August 30, 2026. Actual retail prices are subject to the announcements at individual retail locations.
Should delivery drivers use 92 or 95 to estimate costs?
First, check your owner’s manual or the manufacturer’s recommendations. Most delivery drivers estimate based on the fuel they actually use; don’t switch to a fuel type that isn’t suitable for your vehicle just to make calculations easier.
How much is a normal daily gas bill?
There's no set answer—it depends on mileage, fuel efficiency, the city, the car's condition, and how you accept rides. A practical approach is to track your fuel costs per kilometer and then review whether your hourly earnings are being eaten up by long-distance trips.
If gas prices don't change, will platform commissions remain unaffected?
Not necessarily. Platform compensation is also influenced by the Special Law on Food Delivery, promotional campaigns, delivery distance, wait times, and market supply and demand. Gas prices are only part of the cost—not the whole story.
Does fuel consumption increase when delivering orders in the rain?
It's possible. Common issues on rainy days include detours, slower speeds, traffic jams, finding parking spots, and longer wait times for meals. Even if the price per liter remains the same, the actual time and distance spent on each order may increase.
Should I keep track of my gas expenses every week?
We recommend keeping a simple record at least once a week. Delivery earnings can fluctuate rapidly, and without records, it’s easy to remember only how much you earned today while forgetting that gas and supplies have already eaten into a portion of that amount.
Source:CPC Corporation, Taiwan Press Release,News from the Ministry of Economic Affairs Headquarters,Report from the Economic Daily,GoodLife Gas Price Forecast. This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice.
Before I start my deliveries this week, I’ll jot down three numbers.
Fuel costs, total mileage, and hours online. Just track these for a week straight, and you’ll have a much clearer picture—beyond just looking at your platform earnings—of whether you’re actually making money during peak hours or if distance and waiting time are eating into your profits.