Santander UK profits have slumped by 44%

Prices have rocketed over the past two months

The RAC says drivers should expect to see cheaper prices at the forecourts

The issue is contentious and new figures have been published

It's important to check, as there is often a better deal elsewhere

Both fuels have shot up in price since the conflict in the Middle East began at the end of February

Battery electric car registrations reached a record 86,120 in March, up 24.2 per cent year-on-year, as petrol prices rose 18 per cent and diesel jumped by a third amid the Middle East conflict

War in the Middle East has hit people in the UK directly in the pocket in a sudden and brutal way

Motorists have found limited supplies at some garages however the government says petrol stations are 'well stocked nationally'

RAC has explained when drivers may wish to hit the roads

With more people debating switching from petrol and diesel fuels a group of experts have compiled a list of the best cheap electric cars

Money Saving Expert has shared how drivers can get cheaper petrol prices

The International Energy Agency has issued advice to motorists across the world as the conflict in the Middle East continues

Ministers have been urged to slash VAT on public EV charging from 20% to 5% if fuel duty is frozen

On his ITV show, the expert shared essential car changes that could cut petrol and diesel costs by a third as prices continue to soar across UK forecourts