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UK fuel prices in August 2026: where petrol and diesel start the month after July's falls (petrol ~151p, diesel ~165p), what's driving prices this month, and today's live averages.
Read moreThe UK has confirmed a pay-per-mile tax for electric cars from April 2028: 3p per mile for EVs and 1.5p for plug-in hybrids, on top of standard road tax. Here's exactly how eVED works, what it'll cost by mileage, and how it changes the EV-vs-petrol sums.
Read moreThe 5p fuel duty cut ends on 31 December 2026, then duty rises 3p in January 2027 and a further 2p in March 2027 — back to 57.95p a litre. Here's the exact timeline, what it adds to a tank, and how to offset it.
Read moreUK petrol and diesel are near a two-year high in July 2026. Here's what's actually driving it — Middle East supply disruption through the Strait of Hormuz, crude oil costs, the weak pound, and stubbornly high retailer margins the CMA is now policing.
Read moreElectric vs petrol cost per mile in 2026 compared. See real pence-per-mile figures for home charging, public rapid charging and petrol to find what's cheaper.
Read moreSummer fuel prices 2026 outlook: what UK drivers should expect for holiday driving costs, what moves petrol prices in July, and how to keep your fuel bill down.
Read moreUK fuel prices July 2026: petrol is averaging around 151p a litre and diesel around 165p — down sharply from June. See what's driving the drop and today's live prices near you.
Read moreIn June 2026 UK petrol (E10) averaged about 157p per litre and diesel (B7) about 176p, from live forecourt data — both falling through the month. See what drove prices and today's live averages.
Read moreThe UK's digital driving licence trial is rolling out in February 2026. Learn how it works, who can access it, and what it means for drivers.
Read moreUnderstand how UK fuel duty works, how much tax is on every litre of petrol and diesel, and why fuel prices vary. Complete breakdown of petrol taxation.
Read moreShould you buy a diesel or petrol car in 2026? We analyse running costs, environmental impact, resale values, and help you decide which fuel type is right for you.
Read moreEverything you need to know about the UK Government's Fuel Finder scheme - the official system requiring fuel retailers to report live prices, enabling real-time price comparison across Britain.
Read moreIn February 2026 UK petrol (E10) averaged about 136p per litre and diesel (B7) about 144p, from live forecourt data. See the trends, regional differences and what drove prices.
Read moreUK petrol prices have fallen to their lowest level since July 2021. We explain why fuel costs are dropping and whether prices will continue to fall.
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