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Fuel rise is no April Fool

Fuel rise

There was no joking for drivers on 1 April as the Government increased fuel duty by 2.12p per litre, despite petrol prices still averaging over 90p a litre.

Commenting, the President of the AA, Edmund King said: “These April fuel increases are no joke. It's a shame that this and other fuel tax increases will severely dent consumer spending and undermine the UK's economic recovery.

“Taking an extra £1 off drivers each time they fill up their fuel tank is £1 taken away from high street and leisure spending that would help revive the economy.”

New research from uswitch.com has also shown that, in the last decade, the cost of insuring, servicing, taxing and buying fuel for a car has outstripped the rate of inflation by a massive 34%.

Here, we give you four quick ways to drive down the cost of motoring…

  • Find cheap fuel – visit www.petrolprices.com to find the cheapest fuel prices in your area.
  • Increase fuel efficiency – if you keep your tyres correctly inflated, drive in the correct gear, avoid sharp braking and avoid using your air con, you could save up to 10% on fuel consumption.
  • Research your insurance quote – use price comparison sites to get the best quote for you.
  • Ensure your car is regularly serviced, as a well-tuned engine makes it possible to optimise the car's performance and lifespan. Book a service today at Kwik Fit.
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