The RAC is urging supermarket fuel retailers to make bigger cuts to the price of diesel following this week’s 2p a litre reduction at the pump. RAC Fuel Watch data shows the wholesale price of diesel has now fallen 6p a litre lower than petrol, meaning there is scope for at least another 3p a litre cut. RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said, “A fundamental change in the fuel market is … [Read more...]
Call for fairer deal over diesel prices
Despite the wholesale price of diesel being cheaper than petrol for all of June motorists are still paying 3p a litre more at the pumps. The RAC’s Fuel Watch report for June shows the price of diesel has become the ‘elephant in the room’ with wholesale prices 1p to 3p a litre lower than petrol yet the average price of a litre of diesel is 120p, compared to 117p for petrol. While some … [Read more...]
New law is taxing old ideas, says RAC
Following claims of loopholes in the new vehicle taxation system, the RAC has urged owners to ensure they meet the latest requirements or face hefty fines and losing their vehicle. RAC spokesman Simon Williams said, “There continues to be confusion on the rules around vehicle tax, following the changes that came in last October. When cars are sold with in-date tax discs still on display in the … [Read more...]
RAC to rescue retailers reputations
A major consumer launch for the RAC BuySure used car programme will boost the RAC Approved Dealer Network. Set to take place in mid-April, it will use the marketing strength of the RAC brand through channels such as advertising, public relations, direct mail and e-marketing to RAC members and more. RAC Head of Dealer Propositions Mario Dolcezza said: “By the end of April, we expect consumer … [Read more...]
Punctures now account for a third of RAC call outs for assistance
RAC Chief Engineer David Bizley says one third of their callouts nationwide were down to repairing or recovering vehicles with punctures. This increase is due in part to many modern vehicles having no spare wheels and the worsening state of our roads with punctures and tyre damage caused by potholes. Their latest survey for the 2014 year was for vehicles up to five years of age. He added … [Read more...]
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