UK petrol and diesel prices forecast to fall sharply
UK drivers could see fuel prices drop in the coming weeks as Russia extends its ban on fuel exports. The RAC advises motorists to use price checkers to find the best deals.
UK drivers could see fuel prices drop in the coming weeks as Russia extends its ban on fuel exports. The RAC advises motorists to use price checkers to find the best deals.
New analysis reveals petrol and diesel drivers face 13p to 18p per mile fuel costs, far exceeding electric vehicles. A new per-mile tax for EVs starts in 2028. Discover the full impact.
Up to 12,300 second-home owners face a 100% council tax surcharge as 38 more English councils activate new powers from April. See the full list of affected areas.
Motorists have just three days left to use Asda Express's 3p-per-litre fuel discount. Save on petrol while grabbing last-minute New Year's Eve party supplies. Act now before the offer expires.
Massive UK electric truck charging network unveiled to support the 2035 diesel truck sales ban. Voltempo's HyperCharger leads the charge for fleet electrification.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles could inadvertently make new petrol and diesel cars more expensive, warn industry experts. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils a new council tax surcharge for homes over £2m from April 2028. Nationwide says impact on the wider housing market will be limited. Read the full analysis.
Proposed new Clean Air Act powers could let councils ban all petrol and diesel vehicles, including classics, from 2035. Find out what it means for UK drivers.
Asda urges shoppers to spend £15 in the next 72 hours to unlock a festive fuel discount. Get 3p off per litre at Express stores throughout December. Act now to save!
Rachel Reeves's council tax surcharge for homes over £2m faces criticism over 'desktop' valuations. Experts warn of price hikes and unfair penalties. Read the full analysis.
The Valuation Office clarifies how the new High Value Council Tax Surcharge will work for properties over £2 million from 2028. Learn about the targeted valuations and how it aims to create a fairer system.
Labour's new property surcharge will hit owners of high-value homes from 2028, but exempts over 110 social housing properties worth over £2 million. Get the full details.
Bereaved families could be hit with six-figure bills due to deferred council tax payments on high-value homes. Learn about the new surcharge and its long-term impact.
A CMA report reveals UK drivers are paying too much for fuel as retailer margins remain high. A new government-backed fuel finder scheme aims to boost competition and cut prices.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a five-month fuel duty freeze until September 2026, but confirms a new pay-per-mile tax for electric vehicles starting in 2028. Read the full details.
UK petrol drivers are paying an average of 17p per mile this December, with a 1000-mile trip costing £173. RAC warns of a costly Christmas on the roads. Read more for the full breakdown and expert comment.
Major supermarkets and petrol stations, including Tesco, Asda, and Shell, announce revised Christmas opening times. Drivers urged to check local hours to avoid festive disruption.
UK drivers are urged to fill up fuel tanks before Christmas Day as major forecourts announce closures. Get essential winter travel tips and dash cam advice for safer festive journeys.
The UK's competition watchdog warns petrol and diesel margins remain historically high, rejecting retailer claims. Find out how this impacts your wallet and what's being done.
The UK's competition watchdog says drivers are likely overpaying for fuel due to high retailer margins. A new 'fuel finder' scheme aims to boost transparency and competition.
The UK competition watchdog finds fuel retailers' profit margins remain 'persistently high', with weak competition keeping pump prices up. New fuel finder scheme aims to empower motorists.
A new CMA report warns UK petrol and diesel drivers face persistently high fuel margins that cannot be explained by operating costs. Find out what this means for pump prices.
Asda slashes fuel prices by 3p per litre to help motorists this Christmas. The offer requires a £15 shop and expires on December 31. Fill up now to save.
New data reveals a mere 0.2% of UK heavy goods vehicles are electric. Industry leaders urge Labour government for urgent action on charging infrastructure to meet the 2040 diesel HGV ban.
UK drivers offering lifts for petrol money this December could face £2,500 fines and invalid insurance. Experts urge caution over 'simple acts of generosity'.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends the 5p fuel duty cut until August 2026, offering motorists a £49 saving. The move is forecast to help reduce inflation.
A Blackburn family is barred from over 1,000 forecourts after a disputed £20.01 fuel theft claim. They insist they paid cash. Read the full story of the 19-month ban.
Drivers have two weeks left to use Asda's 3p per litre fuel saving offer. The deal expires on 31 December, ending relief for motorists during the cost of living crisis.
Asda has the cheapest petrol and diesel this Christmas, beating rivals like Tesco and Sainsbury's. Find out where to fill up before your festive journey.
Industry leaders call on the UK to use Brexit freedoms and maintain its 2035 zero-emission vehicle mandate, arguing policy certainty will attract investment and secure a competitive edge.