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Motorists are facing repair bills of up to £7,000 after filling up with contaminated diesel at a supermarket petrol station in Kirkcaldy, Fife. The affected fuel, described as 'milky white', has caused several cars and vans to break down, with mechanics confirming the damage to engines is beyond repair.
Fuel expert Gordon Wallis from Interfuels warned that contaminated fuel can have catastrophic effects on modern engines. He explained, "Diesel systems are highly sensitive – even small amounts of water, chemicals, or sediment can cause corrosion, clog injectors, and lead to complete engine failure."
The issue was first reported in December 2024, with a resurgence in August 2025, indicating it might not be an isolated incident. Fuel Drainage Scotland has attended multiple breakdowns linked to the contaminated diesel, although no similar cases have been reported elsewhere.
Wallis advised drivers nationwide to remain vigilant. "If your car suddenly loses power after filling up, stop immediately and seek professional help," he said. "Keep your receipt and, if possible, retain a sample of the fuel. This will be vital if you need to pursue compensation." The affected pump has since been taken out of service.
FUEL PRICES FALL IN AUGUST ATER TWO MONTHS OF RISES.......
Average pump prices fell by less than a penny in August ending two months of rises, new analysis by LCV Leicester Fuel Watch has found.
The average cost of a litre of unleaded petrol dropped by just 0.39p in the month, from 135.03p at the start to 134.64p on 31 August, with diesel down by 0.72p, from 142.92p to 142.2p at the end of the month.
Supermarket price reductions were similarly slight, with the average price of unleaded down 0.72p in August, from 131.49p to 131.26p, and diesel down 0.3p, from 139.11p to 138.81p.
Drivers can today expect to pay £74.05 on average to fully fill a family-sized 55-litre car, with those at supermarkets paying £72.19 – around £2 less a tank. The corresponding costs for a diesel car are £78.21 on average, and £76.35 at supermarkets.
Although oil prices, and therefore wholesale fuel prices, barely budged in August we believe drivers are still paying more than they should at the pumps. This is a point echoed by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) which stated earlier in the summer that the margin on fuel remains high, and that ‘overall competition in the UK’s road fuel retail market remains weak.’** The relatively high prices drivers face are all the more frustrating given they are meant to be benefiting from a 5p-per-litre fuel duty cut.
Drivers across the UK warned about ‘incredibly convincing’ text scam
Drivers in the UK are being advised to be vigilant, after a new text scam has emerged.
Sent to thousands across the country, the fraudulent message suggests that the driver has not paid a parking fine, and that they could face additional charges if they do not click a link and provide payment.
Uncovered by the technology team at The Express, the scammers tell the receiver to respond to a fake Parking Charge Notice (PCN).
The Express also stated that the scam looked ‘scarily real’ – and looked almost identical to the real GOV.UK website.
The message includes warnings that the payment must be made urgently or face a higher penalty – as well as impact credit ratings.
The message reads: "Parking Charge Notice (PCN): The record shows that you have unpaid parking fines.
"The deadline for paying the fine is August 23, 2025. If you fail to pay the fine on time, you may be subject to additional fines and interest."
For anyone who has clicked on the link, they will be asked to provide a postcode of their local council, car registration number, and pay a £20 fine.
It is vitally important that any driver who receives a similar message does not click the link provided. Never share personal or financial details through texts like this.
Councils across the UK are now using social media platforms to warn citizens about the text scam.
GOV.UK website states: "Do not give out private information (such as bank details or passwords), reply to text messages, download attachments or click on any links in emails if you’re not sure they’re genuine.
"Forward suspicious text messages to 7726 - it’s free. This will report the message to your mobile phone provider."
Motorists are facing repair bills of up to £7,000 after filling up with contaminated diesel at a supermarket petrol station in Kirkcaldy, Fife. The affected fuel, described as 'milky white', has caused several cars and vans to break down, with mechanics confirming the damage to engines is beyond repair.
Fuel expert Gordon Wallis from Interfuels warned that contaminated fuel can have catastrophic effects on modern engines. He explained, "Diesel systems are highly sensitive – even small amounts of water, chemicals, or sediment can cause corrosion, clog injectors, and lead to complete engine failure."
The issue was first reported in December 2024, with a resurgence in August 2025, indicating it might not be an isolated incident. Fuel Drainage Scotland has attended multiple breakdowns linked to the contaminated diesel, although no similar cases have been reported elsewhere.
Wallis advised drivers nationwide to remain vigilant. "If your car suddenly loses power after filling up, stop immediately and seek professional help," he said. "Keep your receipt and, if possible, retain a sample of the fuel. This will be vital if you need to pursue compensation." The affected pump has since been taken out of service.
FUEL PRICES FALL IN AUGUST ATER TWO MONTHS OF RISES.......
Average pump prices fell by less than a penny in August ending two months of rises, new analysis by LCV Leicester Fuel Watch has found.
The average cost of a litre of unleaded petrol dropped by just 0.39p in the month, from 135.03p at the start to 134.64p on 31 August, with diesel down by 0.72p, from 142.92p to 142.2p at the end of the month.
Supermarket price reductions were similarly slight, with the average price of unleaded down 0.72p in August, from 131.49p to 131.26p, and diesel down 0.3p, from 139.11p to 138.81p.
Drivers can today expect to pay £74.05 on average to fully fill a family-sized 55-litre car, with those at supermarkets paying £72.19 – around £2 less a tank. The corresponding costs for a diesel car are £78.21 on average, and £76.35 at supermarkets.
Although oil prices, and therefore wholesale fuel prices, barely budged in August we believe drivers are still paying more than they should at the pumps. This is a point echoed by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) which stated earlier in the summer that the margin on fuel remains high, and that ‘overall competition in the UK’s road fuel retail market remains weak.’** The relatively high prices drivers face are all the more frustrating given they are meant to be benefiting from a 5p-per-litre fuel duty cut.
Drivers across the UK warned about ‘incredibly convincing’ text scam
Drivers in the UK are being advised to be vigilant, after a new text scam has emerged.
Sent to thousands across the country, the fraudulent message suggests that the driver has not paid a parking fine, and that they could face additional charges if they do not click a link and provide payment.
Uncovered by the technology team at The Express, the scammers tell the receiver to respond to a fake Parking Charge Notice (PCN).
The Express also stated that the scam looked ‘scarily real’ – and looked almost identical to the real GOV.UK website.
The message includes warnings that the payment must be made urgently or face a higher penalty – as well as impact credit ratings.
The message reads: "Parking Charge Notice (PCN): The record shows that you have unpaid parking fines.
"The deadline for paying the fine is August 23, 2025. If you fail to pay the fine on time, you may be subject to additional fines and interest."
For anyone who has clicked on the link, they will be asked to provide a postcode of their local council, car registration number, and pay a £20 fine.
It is vitally important that any driver who receives a similar message does not click the link provided. Never share personal or financial details through texts like this.
Councils across the UK are now using social media platforms to warn citizens about the text scam.
GOV.UK website states: "Do not give out private information (such as bank details or passwords), reply to text messages, download attachments or click on any links in emails if you’re not sure they’re genuine.
"Forward suspicious text messages to 7726 - it’s free. This will report the message to your mobile phone provider."
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