Fuel Finder is a new government service that helps drivers find the cheapest fuel near them.
It makes fuel prices available to third party apps and websites so motorists can compare prices easily. Users simply have to register with the Government to access all the data with updates sent out within 30 mins of changes.
Anyone can use this service to integrate the Fuel Finder data into their own tools and services. This includes:
- comparison websites
- app and website developers
- professional organisations
- academics
- journalists
- individuals
If you just need fuel prices, you can find the information on participating third party apps and websites.
What you get
- current retail prices of all the petrol station by fuel type
- forecourt details (address, operator, brand)
- site amenities and opening hours
- update timestamps for each price and site
Prices are published within 30 minutes of any change.
How to access the data
You can access the data in the following ways:
1. By downloading the CSV file
Download a CSV file containing current prices and forecourt details (updated twice a day).
2. By subscribing to the CSV file via email
Subscribe to get a link to the latest CSV when it’s published.
3. By using the API
Use the public API by integrating the data into your own tools and services.
The API follows REST principles: resources have stable URLs and map to standard HTTP methods. You can read data by issuing simple GET requests to the relevant resource URL.
Access to API services requires authentication. The Fuel Finder API supports OAuth 2.0 (client credentials).
Before you start
You’ll need:
RAC head of policy Simon Williams said, “We hope this is the start of the journey to cheaper fuel prices around the UK. The Government has set up this scheme with the intention of increasing competition among retailers to give drivers better value at the pumps.
“As a growing number of the country’s 8,300 forecourts submit their prices on a daily basis, drivers will be able to easily find the cheapest forecourts near them using their favoured app or sat-nav.”
Petrol prices in the UK have dropped to their lowest level since summer 2021, with the average litre now averaging £1.32 according to the RAC, saving motorists almost £3 on a typical tank.
“But even as fuel becomes cheaper, it’s worth remembering that everyday driving conditions – like rain and wet roads, which Storm Chandra has brought along – can still influence how far your car will go between fill-ups. Rain increases rolling resistance and can make engines work harder, meaning fuel consumption can rise even when petrol is cheaper.
“That’s where taking care of your vehicle matters: keeping tyres properly inflated and maintaining clean windscreens and headlights not only improves visibility and safety in wet weather, it also helps your car run more efficiently. A clean, well-looked-after vehicle can make those savings at the pump go even further – ensuring every drop of cheaper petrol works as hard as you do.
“With Storm Chandra still affecting the UK, and April showers just around the corner, Ash Young, car expert at 1dot have shared simple tips to help drivers cut fuel use and save money when driving in the rain:
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Check your tyre pressure every other week – rain increases rolling resistance, so if your tyres are flat, this will only increase
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Clean your windows and mirrors every other day – better visibility means you’ll brake less frequently. This is very important for UK motorists, as it regularly rains
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Avoid heavy braking – heavy braking and fast acceleration use more fuel
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Use electrics sparingly – in rain, it’s essential to use wipers, but blasting things like heated seats can use more fuel than necessary
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Clear your car boot out weekly – more weight = the engine having to work harder, which only increases during heavy rain. Remove weight from your car boot.”
