Only two-fifths of drivers (39%) think an electric vehicle would be cheaper to run than a petrol or diesel car, despite EVs being the cheapest fuel type to run on a per-mile basis in 2026. Research from Motorpoint, based on a survey of 2,000 car owners, found that misconceptions around the cost of EVs are holding car owners back from making the switch, … [Read more...]
Cut fuel duty to lift economy, says FairFuelUK
FairFuelUK warns that rising inflation — from 2.9% to 3.1% — combined with petrol and diesel prices hitting their highest levels in four years, is inflicting severe and accelerating financial damage on households, small businesses and the UK economy. FairFuelUK says the Government must act now by cutting Fuel Duty and introducing a legally‑enforced … [Read more...]
Fuel prices rising every day
There has been another rise in fuel prices today. RAC head of policy Simon Williams said, “Average pump prices have jumped by yet another penny in just a day. Petrol has now broken through the £1.70-a-litre barrier and stands at 170.54p – its highest since 23 August 2022 – and diesel has risen to 192.86p – its highest since 29 July 2022. "Unfortunately … [Read more...]
Used EVs rising in price
Britain's used electric vehicle market is showing clear signs of picking up. After years of prices falling, consumer demand for used EVs has grown this summer, with used prices having posted three consecutive months of annual growth in Autotrader’s records. However, industry leaders warn that there is more to do before the used market can support the next … [Read more...]
Still higher diesel prices coming down the pipeline
Campaign group FairFuelUK warned that UK diesel prices will sharply rise as global refining capacity falls short of demand. Despite crude oil stabilising, diesel remains around 190p/litre, driven by record‑high refining margins and a tightening global supply chain. With UK reserve cover at just 23–26 days, any further disruption — from Russian refinery … [Read more...]
Fuel margins growing faster than raw costs
FairFuelUK says official UK Government data indicates diesel and petrol drivers have been consistently overcharged over the past 12 months. Using DESNZ monthly retail fuel prices and ONS refined‑petroleum wholesale indices converted into pence per litre, FairFuelUK found that the retail–wholesale margins for both fuels have widened dramatically — in many … [Read more...]
20 M road trips expected next weekend
RAC predicts a record-breaking 20m getaway trips will be made as the warm weather continues Between Friday August 28 and Monday August 31, the UK’s motorways and major roads could see the highest volume of traffic since the RAC’s records began in 2015. ‘Frantic Friday’ is likely to be mired in heavy traffic, with more trips planned compared to any day over … [Read more...]
Filling stations lack pump-prices competition
The Competition and Markets Authority has published its latest road fuel monitoring report, setting out how the conflict in the Middle East has affected what drivers pay at the pump. The report also assesses fuel margins – the difference between the price petrol stations pay for fuel and the price they sell it at – and provides an update on Fuel Finder … [Read more...]
Hopes of lower fuel prices & higher EV incentives
Drivers will be relieved to know that the fuel price rises of recent weeks appear to be slowing down and should hopefully top out now, said RAC head of policy Simon Williams. Since 6 July the average price of petrol has gone up 11p a litre adding £6 to the cost of a full tank (£89). Diesel has been even harder hit, going up 17p a litre since 9 July which … [Read more...]
Diesel fuel topping 180ppl is worrying says the RAC
There is a worrying outlook for diesel users and that will hit delivery drivers in their pockets and affect the bottom line for logistics firms. RAC head of policy Simon Williams said, "Fuel prices continued to rise over the weekend with petrol climbing to a new Iran War high of 160.85p and diesel going back over 180p, something drivers haven't seen since 9 … [Read more...]
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