Petrol prices

Malaysia to cut price of diesel nationwide from July

The price gap had created room for revenue leakage and the smuggling of subsidised diesel, including across borders.

Australia to extend petrol price relief for motorists

The temporary measures were due to expire at the end of this month, but will be extended for the month of July.

Strong US retail sales underscore economy’s resilience despite Iran war

Receipts at petrol stations advanced 3.4 per cent, helping lift the headline figure as pump prices climbed in May due to the Iran war.

US gasoline slips below US$4 a gallon for first time since April

US national average retail gasoline prices dipped to US$3.997 a gallon on June 14, though prices are still up 90.8 US cents from the same time in 2025.

Shock at the pump: Indonesia’s Pertamax price hike fuels cost worries for middle class

State-owned energy company Pertamina raised the price of its 92-octane petrol on June 10 to 16,250 rupiah (S$1.16) per litre.

Energy crunch fuels car pool growth

The world’s largest carpooling platform BlaBlaCar said soaring energy costs have pushed 600,000 additional drivers onto the app in 2026 – 20 per cent more than initially projected.

A scorching Asian summer will add to risk of surging gas prices

LNG flows have already begun shifting toward Asia, where buyers are willing to pay higher prices.

Grab extends 90-cent fuel surcharge, higher GrabCab metered fares till July 31

Grab said it is extending its temporary fare changes to provide “continued relief” for its drivers who are dealing with higher fuel prices.

Fishing boats worldwide tuck dockside as diesel prices surge on Iran war

Fuel is a leading expense for fishing fleets, which might require tens of thousands of gallons to fill their boats.

High gas prices spur Americans to improvise, from bus rides to toy cars

Mr Mali Hightower poses with what he describes as a self-created gas saver, a pink Power Wheels Barbie Dream Camper that he now uses to run errands.

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