Major fuel price hikes expected TOMORROW

Motorists are expected to face a MASSIVE increase in fuel prices TOMORROW.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’RE LIKELY TO PAY FOR FUEL

The Automobile Association is warning us to brace for significant fuel hikes in October.

This is based on unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund.

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A MASSIVE INCREASE IS EXPECTED FROM WEDNESDAY

The increase in the price of petrol will also make it the highest since July last year.

WHAT WILL YOU PAY FOR FUEL?

According to the current data, diesel is expected to increase by around R1.60/litre, while petrol is expected to increase by between 75c/l and 80c/l, depending on the grade. Illuminating paraffin is expected to rise by more R1.50/l.

The main driver behind the potential increases are higher international oil prices.

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WHY IS THERE A MASSIVE INCREASE?

The AA said September’s predicted increases are largely due to higher international oil prices, contributing between 80% and 88% to the projected price hikes.

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HERE IS HOW YOU CAN SAVE FUEL:

• Stick to the speed limits – Speeding is not only dangerous but also negatively affects your fuel consumption. By driving at 110 km/h instead of 120km/h, you can save on your petrol bill in the long run.
• Don’t accelerate harshly – Harsh acceleration contributes to higher fuel consumption. Rather look at pulling away from robots or stop streets slowly and gradually. Don’t overwork your engine by driving at too high revs, and if you drive an automatic car, accelerate on a light throttle for early gear changes.
• Keep your eyes on the road – By keeping your eyes on the road, and keeping a safe following distance, you can travel at a more constant speed, and avoid harsh braking. By slowing down gradually for changing robots, or stationary traffic, it’s more economical for you and your car.
• Make momentum work for you – Save some fuel by making your car’s momentum work for you. Build up speed before an uphill stretch, and when you crest a hill, take your foot off the accelerator pedal and use your car’s momentum to get you over.
• Don’t use your aircon too much – We know South African summers can be brutal, and even though using an aircon is more fuel efficient than driving with your windows down, it still increases fuel consumption. By using your aircon more judiciously, you can save fuel when driving.