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Petrol hits highest price since start of Iran war
The RAC reports that average UK unleaded petrol prices have reached 158.52p per litre, their highest level since the start of the Iran war in February 2026, with diesel prices surging from 142.38p to 185.92p per litre. The organisation warns petrol could rise to at least 160p soon unless oil prices drop dramatically, notes wholesale diesel prices have fallen (urging retailers to pass savings to consumers), and mentions speculation the UK chancellor may scrap a planned fuel duty increase.
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Petrol hits highest price since start of Iran war
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