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Save on every fill up with clever-tanken price alerts and maps

clever-tanken is a mature, feature-rich fuel price companion focused squarely on helping drivers in Germany cut their fuel costs. Built around official data from the Markttransparenzstelle (MTS-K), it delivers up-to-date prices for petrol, diesel and a wide range of premium grades, as well as CNG and LPG, so you can quickly spot where a refuel makes most sense.

The star of the show is the “magic map”. Instead of just listing nearby stations, it visually highlights the best price zones around you, making it easy to optimize your route. You can bookmark your favorite stations, compare their prices at a glance, and set up price alerts that trigger push notifications the moment your desired rate is reached – ideal if you’re waiting for fuel to drop before a long trip.

clever-tanken also looks ahead to the electric future through its clever-laden section. Here, you can search all registered charging stations in Germany, filter by plug type, charging capacity and availability, and even start or stop a charging session directly from within the app. Defining your specific vehicle tailors the search so you only see compatible chargers, which significantly cuts down on guesswork.

There are thoughtful extras, such as a MirrorLink mode and additional features for certain Volkswagen models, allowing you to check cheap stations straight from your car’s infotainment system. An optional low-priced ad-free upgrade keeps the interface cleaner for frequent users.

On the downside, the wealth of information can feel dense at first, and the focus on Germany means it offers little value if you drive across borders regularly. Advertising in the free version can also be a bit intrusive. Still, for drivers who primarily refuel or charge within Germany and want to squeeze the maximum value from every liter or kilowatt-hour, clever-tanken is a highly effective and well-proven choice.