Land Rover drivers are facing charges of up to £134 to fill their vehicles in May as petrol and diesel prices continue to surge, according to a warning from Land Rover Monthly. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the Iran War are driving fuel costs higher, hitting motorists hard.
Fuel price surge
New data reveals that fuel prices are skyrocketing due to the war between the US and Israel with Iran in the Gulf region. Land Rover owners with 70-litre tanks now face charges of £110 for petrol-powered models, while diesel users are paying £134.50. This marks a significant increase from under £90 before the conflict began in February.
Steve Miller, publisher of Land Rover Monthly, commented: "Fuel prices have become one of the biggest shared frustrations in the Land Rover community. Land Rovers are part of rural life, work, family memories and British motoring heritage. For some owners, they are cherished classics used sparingly. For others, especially later Defenders, they are still practical vehicles used week in, week out."
Diesel vs petrol
Diesel is more expensive than petrol, but it offers better fuel economy in terms of miles per gallon. However, the larger the price gap, the longer it takes to recover the extra cost of buying a diesel vehicle in the first place. The AA advises that drivers need to be high-mileage users to make diesel a more economical choice than petrol.
Pump prices vary significantly across the country and between different brands. Steve added: "What unites everyone is that the cost of fuel is being felt every time they fill up. When almost £60 of tax can be built into a single 70-litre diesel fill-up, ministers need to recognise the pressure on rural drivers, working vehicles and classic 4x4 enthusiasts. That is why events like Land Rover Monthly Live matter. They bring the community together, not only to celebrate the vehicles, but to talk about the real issues affecting ownership today."
Seeking cheaper fuel
Luke Bosdet, the AA’s spokesman on pump prices, said: "With drivers getting hammered by big price increases since they last filled up, it’s no wonder they are seeking out the cheaper fuel stations. These tend to be supermarkets, for now. Pressure on supermarket supply comes at predictable times and places: weekends and cities. However, generally speaking, the AA notes that disruptions have not been widespread and have been quickly resolved when they happen. The AA’s 2,700 patrols have not reported shortages, nor has the AA seen an increase in breakdowns for ‘out of fuel’."
