Relief at the pumps as fuel price set to drop

SOUTH Africans are in for a small victory at the petrol pumps next week, as fuel prices are set to drop this November.

This comes off the back of three months of significant increases in both petrol and diesel prices.

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The Automobile Association (AA) says data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) points to decreases in petrol of up to R2/litre and a drop in diesel of around R1/litre.

The AA advises motorists to keep their vehicles in good mechanical condition and their tyres inflated to the manufacturer’s specifications to ensure optimal fuel usage despite the expected decrease.

Minimising trips where possible, using air conditioners sparingly, and not overloading the vehicle are other measures motorists can take to decrease fuel consumption.

“Although we are expecting fuel to be cheaper in November, we remain concerned about the overall high prices impacting all consumers. A sustainable solution to mitigating rising fuel costs is still necessary and until that solution is found, citizens will be at the mercy of fuel price hikes,” said the AA.

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