The RAC has said drivers are facing ‘a torrid time’
Prices have spiked for fuel since the beginning of the Iran conflict(Image: PA)
Drivers of diesel cars in Wales are now paying more than a third more than they had been at the pump since the start of the Iran conflict. RAC statistics show that the price has upped by 35%, whilst petrol prices are now 19% more.
The prices have risen after the Middle Eastern country blocked the Strait of Hormuz after United States and Israeli airstrikes began on February 28. The shipping lane is used by tankers to transport 20% of the world’s oil supply.
Northern Ireland is worst hit domestically, with diesel prices jumping by nearly 38%, and petrol over 21% more expensive. Always keep on top of the latest Welsh news with our newsletter.
On average the cost of filling a 55-litre family car with petrol has increased by £13 whilst diesel is up by £26, the RAC says.
RAC head of policy Simon Williams said: “While the four-day Easter weekend will have been a good break for many, it’s proved bad for fuel prices with both petrol and diesel going up significantly yet again. Over the course of the bank holiday petrol went up 2.6p a litre to 157.02p and diesel by 4.2p to 189.42p.
“Diesel looks set to go through the 190p-a-litre mark on Wednesday which would then mean it’s only 9p away from the record high set on 25 June 2022 (199.09p).
“Drivers – particularly those who rely on diesel which is up by a third since the start of the conflict – are facing a torrid time, even with the current 5p-a-litre duty discount in place.”
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