Fuel Prices

Petrol stations making too much profit, says the RAC

Taking aim at the fuel industry, the breakdown giant has hit out at the profit margins on petrol and diesel.

RAC calls for government intervention on fuel prices

A tank of fuel now costs £5.50 more than at the start of 2024, with the RAC blaming the rise on retailers’ increasing margins.

How to find the cheapest petrol and diesel near you

As the government attempts to make fuel prices more transparent, here’s our guide to finding the cheapest petrol and diesel in your area.

Drivers paying 20p MORE for diesel despite falling wholesale costs

RAC Fuel Watch analysis shows drivers are paying far more at the pumps for diesel than petrol, despite little difference in wholesale prices.

Fuel still too expensive despite 9p December fall

Fuel prices fell by 9p a litre in December 2022, saving motorists £5 a tank – but prices are still too expensive says the RAC.

Government demands urgent review of petrol station fuel prices

Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng has asked the UK's competition watchdog to investigate forecourt fuel prices

Van drivers shun jobs due to rocketing fuel costs

New research has uncovered that high cost of fuel is leading 24 percent of van drivers to turn down job opportunities

Cost of living delays one in five car purchases

Research by eBay finds that 70 percent of UK car purchases in 2022 are affected by the rising cost of living.

Fuel prices finally fall after ‘nightmarish’ three months

April finally witessed a break in the constant price rises for petrol, but the RAC says British drivers are still suffering at the pumps.

Free Karai app could save motorists 25 percent on fuel

Designed to help drivers offset their carbon emissions, the Karai smartphone app can also give tips on driving more efficiently.