Diesel costs in the UK climb to their highest in over three years

Fuel costs in the United Kingdom have surged, with diesel reaching levels not seen since December 2022 and petrol hitting a 28-month peak.

Currently, the average price for petrol stands at 152 pence per litre, while diesel has climbed to 181.2 pence per litre.

Simon Williams, policy chief at the Royal Automobile Club, told the BBC that filling a typical petrol-powered family car now costs £10.55 more than at the start of the Iran conflict. Diesel vehicle owners face an even steeper increase of £21.35 per full tank.

Experts attribute the rising fuel prices to tensions surrounding the Iran conflict and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, which have driven up global energy costs. In response, several countries are taking steps to reduce fuel consumption.

Sri Lanka has implemented fuel rationing, while two Australian states have made public transportation free in a bid to reduce reliance on private vehicles.