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03/17/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/17/2026 09:54

Petrol prices up 10p since start of Iran conflict - latest statement and data

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Following the release of the latest RAC Fuel Watch data, RAC head of policy Simon Williams said:

"Petrol has now increased by 10p a litre since the start of the conflict in Iran and diesel by double that. This is really starting to hurt drivers who do a lot of miles, and especially for those with diesel vehicles. At 162p a litre they're now paying £11 more than they were at end of February at £89 a tank.

"If oil stays around the $100 a barrel mark, then the price of petrol should not go above 148p a litre. The outlook for diesel is worse as it appears to be on a crash course to an average price of 170p.

"Filling up at the cheapest forecourt is now more important than ever and there can be significant differences in prices from area to area. Use the myRAC app Fuel Finder to find the cheapest price - it could be worth travelling a little further than usual, to get the most for your money.'

Petrol

Diesel

Unleaded daily change

Unleaded change - since 28/2

Unleaded % change since 28/2

Diesel daily change

Diesel change - since 28/2

Diesel % change since 28/2

28/02/2026

132.83

142.38

+0.2

0

0.0%

+0.2

0

0.0%

16/03/2026

141.74

161.20

+0.3

+8.9

6.7%

+0.6

+18.8

13.2%

17/03/2026

142.29

162.06

+0.5

+9.5

7.1%

+0.9

+19.7

13.8%

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