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UK Petrol and Diesel Prices in July 2026: June's Record Falls Wiped Out
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UK Petrol and Diesel Prices in July 2026: June's Record Falls Wiped Out

UK petrol now averages 160.5p and diesel 180.6p after July's oil shock. See what the Iran crisis did to pump prices and where drivers can still save.

2 Aug 20266 min read
Motorway Fuel Prices: We Checked 168 UK Forecourts
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Motorway Fuel Prices: We Checked 168 UK Forecourts

Motorway services charge 17.1p/litre more for petrol than local stations, about £9.41 a tank. We analysed 168 UK forecourts to find the real premium.

1 Jun 20265 min read
UK Petrol and Diesel Prices in May 2026 So Far: Relief After April's Spike
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UK Petrol and Diesel Prices in May 2026 So Far: Relief After April's Spike

UK petrol averaged 156.81p and diesel 188.14p on 11 May 2026. See what changed, why diesel is still high, and where drivers can save.

14 May 20269 min read
UK Petrol and Diesel Prices in April 2026: The Peak, and the First Signs of Relief
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UK Petrol and Diesel Prices in April 2026: The Peak, and the First Signs of Relief

UK unleaded hit 158p and diesel 191.8p in mid-April 2026, the highest since 2022. Prices just started easing. Here is what is driving the turn and what May may bring.

17 Apr 20267 min read
Cheapest Supermarket Petrol UK: Tesco vs Asda vs Sainsbury's vs Morrisons (2026)
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Cheapest Supermarket Petrol UK: Tesco vs Asda vs Sainsbury's vs Morrisons (2026)

Which supermarket has the cheapest petrol in 2026? We compare Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, and Morrisons on price, network size, and loyalty deals.

10 Apr 20265 min read
Will Petrol Prices Go Down in 2026? UK Outlook
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Will Petrol Prices Go Down in 2026? UK Outlook

UK petrol averages 161.6p in August 2026. See what oil, fuel duty and local price gaps mean for possible pump-price falls this year.

7 Apr 20269 min read
UK Petrol and Diesel Prices in March 2026: What Happened and What's Next
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UK Petrol and Diesel Prices in March 2026: What Happened and What's Next

UK unleaded surged from 132p to 149p in March 2026 — a 16.6p monthly rise. DESNZ data reveals why diesel jumped even harder, and what April may bring.

2 Apr 20266 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Charge an Electric Car in the UK?
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How Much Does It Cost to Charge an Electric Car in the UK?

UK EV charging costs in 2026: home charging from 8.5p/kWh vs public rapid at 76p/kWh. Compare home, workplace, and public charging to find the cheapest option.

29 Mar 20269 min read
How Can You Find the Cheapest Petrol Near You?
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How Can You Find the Cheapest Petrol Near You?

Find the cheapest petrol near you using data from 8,048 UK stations, 30-minute Fuel Finder updates and practical tank-saving calculations today.

25 Mar 20268 min read
Supermarket Fuel vs Branded: Which Is Worth It?
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Supermarket Fuel vs Branded: Which Is Worth It?

Supermarket or branded fuel? PetrolPal data shows supermarket unleaded is 3.4p/L cheaper on average, plus what UK fuel rules mean for drivers.

20 Mar 20267 min read

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Why Is Diesel Nearly 20p More Than Petrol in the UK?
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Why Is Diesel Nearly 20p More Than Petrol in the UK?

Diesel cost 19.82p more than petrol on 10 August 2026. See how wholesale costs, refining, retail timing and local prices explain the gap.

20 Aug 20269 min read
Driving to CarFest 2026: Fuel, E5 and a Silverstone Road-Trip Plan
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Driving to CarFest 2026: Fuel, E5 and a Silverstone Road-Trip Plan

CarFest runs 28-30 August. Plan the A43 drive, compare 161.2p petrol, find suitable fuel stops and protect an E5-dependent classic before Silverstone.

16 Aug 20269 min read
How Should You Plan Fuel for the August Bank Holiday 2026?
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How Should You Plan Fuel for the August Bank Holiday 2026?

Petrol averaged 161.2p and diesel 182.3p on 14 August. Plan your bank holiday fill, route cost, traffic checks and E5 stops before 31 August.

14 Aug 20268 min read
Fuel Duty Will Not Rise in September 2026: What Is Confirmed
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Fuel Duty Will Not Rise in September 2026: What Is Confirmed

Fuel duty stays at 52.95p per litre through December 2026. See the cancelled September rise, live UK prices, and what remains uncertain for 2027.

11 Aug 20269 min read
E5 vs E10 Petrol for a UK Summer Road Trip: Which Should You Use?
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E5 vs E10 Petrol for a UK Summer Road Trip: Which Should You Use?

Premium unleaded averaged 17.05p more than standard in PetrolPal data. Check E5 and E10 compatibility, availability, mixing and UK road-trip costs.

8 Aug 202610 min read
Fuel Finder UK: How the 30-Minute Rule Works
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Fuel Finder UK: How the 30-Minute Rule Works

Fuel Finder covers about 8,000 UK forecourts. Learn the 30-minute price rule, the five-minute API step, and how to check prices before filling up.

6 Aug 20268 min read
September 2026 Fuel Duty Rise: What Will Drivers Pay?
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September 2026 Fuel Duty Rise: What Will Drivers Pay?

Fuel duty rises 1p per litre on 1 September 2026. With VAT, full pass-through adds 1.2p and 66p to a 55-litre fill. See every confirmed step.

4 Aug 202610 min read
UK Fuel Prices in August 2026: Are Pump Prices Falling?
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UK Fuel Prices in August 2026: Are Pump Prices Falling?

Live UK petrol averages 160.7p and diesel 180.9p. Compare the CMA's April benchmarks with PetrolPal data and see where drivers can save today.

3 Aug 20269 min read
Best Petrol Price Comparison Apps UK 2026 (Free, No Ads)
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Best Petrol Price Comparison Apps UK 2026 (Free, No Ads)

The best free petrol price comparison apps for UK drivers in 2026. We compare PetrolPal, Petrolprices.com, Waze, and the AA on data quality, coverage, and usability.

17 Apr 20265 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Fill Up a Car in the UK? (2026)
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How Much Does It Cost to Fill Up a Car in the UK? (2026)

A 55-litre UK fill now costs about £88.88 for petrol or £100.38 for diesel. Compare tank sizes, live prices, and practical ways to pay less.

14 Apr 20268 min read
UK Fuel Prices 2026: What's Driving Costs This Year?
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UK Fuel Prices 2026: What's Driving Costs This Year?

UK petrol reached 162.15p a litre on 10 August 2026, while diesel hit 181.97p. See what changed, what comes next, and how to pay less across the UK.

15 Mar 20269 min read