Motorists across the UK are facing a harsh reality as petrol prices continue to surge, with the cost of filling up cars rising by 8p per litre since the beginning of the year. According to Government data, a recent increase of 1.6p per litre over the past week has propelled the average price of petrol at UK forecourts to a five-month high of 148.5p.
This notable uptick marks a stark comparison to the prices recorded at the start of the year, with petrol standing at 140.8p per litre. Such a sharp weekly rise has not been witnessed since August 2023, highlighting the rapid pace at which fuel costs are escalating.
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