The price of diesel hits a record high
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Diesel prices have risen to an all-time high, driven by the Iran conflict and related disruptions to oil supply chains. The surge has pushed gasoline prices to record levels as well, with fuel costs climbing sharply across the United States. The increase is expected to impact consumers and businesses throughout the supply chain.
Written from all 3 reports below, not from any single one.
How it was reported
- NPR·The price of diesel hits a record high
The price of diesel has reached an all-time high, a result of the war in Iran and Ukraine's attacks on Russian refineries. That will matter across the supply chain.
- BBC News·US diesel prices hit an all-time-high
Fuel prices have soared since the Iran conflict began at the end of February, mirroring the surge in wholesale oil prices.
- BBC News·UK petrol prices hit highest level since Iran war began
The price of unleaded hits 163p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.
- Al Jazeera·Diesel price hits all-time high in US amid Iran war woes
Price of gasoline also sets new record for Labor Day weekend ahead of crucial midterm elections in November.
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