What is the difference between the left and right sides of the car fuel filler port?

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AliviaDella
07/29/25 6:25pm
The differences between the left and right sides of the car fuel filler port are as follows: Determination of driving direction: As is well known, in different countries around the world, the requirements for vehicles driving on the road boil down to two rules: driving on the left side and driving on the right side. Therefore, the placement of the fuel filler port naturally follows these road driving rules. For example, in countries like Germany and Sweden, to facilitate refueling, the fuel filler port is uniformly placed on the right side of the vehicle body. Road safety concerns: Generally speaking, road safety is of utmost importance for vehicles. Many car manufacturers deliberately place the fuel filler port on the diagonal opposite the driver's seat to protect the driver. If the fuel tank catches fire due to static electricity while refueling at a gas station, this setup maximizes the protection of the driver's personal safety. Improving refueling efficiency: When the fuel filler port is placed on either the left or right side of the vehicle body, it allows vehicles with fuel filler ports on different sides to queue up quickly for refueling, thereby improving efficiency. If all vehicles had their fuel filler ports on the same side, it would naturally lead to congestion at gas stations, prolonging the refueling time.
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