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Will Pump Prices Follow Wholesale Costs Up in November?
Pump prices edged slightly lower through October, with the average price of unleaded at 134.8ppl and diesel at 142.4ppl. But that trend may soon...
1 in 4 drivers now avoid night drives
With the clocks going back an hour this Sunday (26th Oct), darker evenings are upon us until 29th March when the days officially become longer than...
The Services King heads to Scotland: The Places to Refuel on a Scottish Road Trip
The Services King FeatureFollow Rich on LinkedInLate September saw me head ‘north of the border’ for my annual Scottish pilgrimage to visit many...
Our Top 10 Gifts for Car Lovers in 2025
Buying gifts for a car lover can feel like a challenge. Car enthusiasts are passionate about their vehicles, often very particular about their tools...
Pressure Builds on Fuel Margins Through September
UK motorists are starting to see pump prices rise after months of stability, as retailers finally respond to sustained increases in wholesale costs....
UK motorists face £12 million in monthly clean air and low emission zone penalties
Clean Air Zones (CAZ) and Low Emission Zones (LEZ) are designed to improve air quality, by charging drivers of high-polluting vehicles that enter...
What Drivers Can Expect from the New Asda Express Moor Farm Service Station
The Services King FeatureFollow Rich on LinkedInThe first week in September saw me venture to England’s Border County, Northumberland, and this gave...
What Is Collective Energy Switching?
SponsoredHow Can You Save Money Through the PetrolPrices Big Energy Switch?Energy prices in the UK have fluctuated significantly in recent years,...
Fuel Prices Stayed Steady in August – But Did You Notice?
Unleaded prices remained steady through August, with the average pump price dropping 1.5 pence per litre across the month. Many drivers may not have...
2025 UK Car Buyers: Spending Soars to £20K, but EV Adoption Remains Low at 18%
As electric vehicles edge closer to the mainstream, new buying platforms emerge, and living costs continue to shape big financial decisions, new...
The Brown family relaunch Oversley Mill Service Station
The Services King FeatureFollow Rich on LinkedInThe start of August saw my travels head to the West Midlands and Warwickshire for another super busy...
Fined and Frustrated: 47% of Drivers Report Unfair Fines While Using Parking Apps
Parking apps are falling short of drivers’ expectations, according to new research from temporary car insurance experts Uswitch. Though designed to...
EG On The Move Bedworth
The Services King FeatureFollow Rich on LinkedInAfter a brief hiatus to take a family holiday to Cornwall, I was back on the road at the end of July...
July Fuel Price Update: Stability Returns to the Forecourt
Fuel prices remained relatively stable throughout July, with unleaded and diesel trading within a narrow range. The average pump price for unleaded...
Fuel Me Once: The True Cost of the Taxi of Mum & Dad
Sponsored. For many parents, the family car is more than a mode of transport - it’s the unofficial 'Taxi of Mum and Dad' for running their little...
Pump Prices Edge Higher as Wholesale Markets Experience Extreme Volatility
Pump prices continued to rise throughout June, though they remained relatively stable compared to the extreme volatility seen in wholesale markets....
The Services King officially opens MFG Shepton Mallet petrol station just in time for Glastonbury 2025
The Services King FeatureFollow Rich on LinkedInOn 19 June, I had the honour of officially opening the new to industry Motor Fuel Group Shepton...
Wholesale fuel prices are rising. Is it time to fill up?
Since the start of June, wholesale unleaded prices have risen three pence per litre, while diesel has increased by over eight! The majority of these...
Starbucks proves to be a hit at Welcome Break Whitley
Welcome to my first ever article for the PetrolPrices website! Recently, I visited the new and improved Welcome Break Whitley site on the A49 near...
Will Petrol Prices rise in June, as May hits a 4-year low?
Pump prices have continued to fall through May as lower wholesale prices and a stronger pound have helped push down the price for retailers. The...
91% of drivers can’t identify all car dashboard lights
Despite modern cars being equipped with technology, mostly designed to keep us safe, a new survey reveals that many drivers struggle to understand...
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