Drivers warned to ‘never’ buy fuel from certain petrol stations

Data shows that the prices of both unleaded and diesel are expected to stay the same. Drivers can expect to pay 164.89p per litre of petrol on average. However, diesel drivers are facing challenging times as diesel costs remain high at 189.51p.As a result of this, experts are warning drivers to be selective about where they fill up to help keep their costs down.Motorway service stations will often have far higher costs for petrol and diesel because they do not sell the quantities that supermarkets do, and don’t attract the same discounts as a result.These areas also need to account for a number of other factors including parking and amenities like toilets and showers.When fuel prices were at their peak in June and July, some motorists were seeing motorway service station costs as high as £2.49 per litre.READ MORE: E10 petrol could cause cracking and ‘dry out’ rubber seals Drivers warned to ‘never’ buy petrol and diesel from certain petrol stations. (Image: Getty)A spokesperson for Ocean Finance warned drivers to keep some money-saving tips in mind, especially when filling up their car.They said: ‘Never top up your fuel at a motorway service or near a motorway exit.’Even though fuel prices have risen across the board, not all petrol stations are charging the same amount.’As a general rule, petrol stations at motorway services, or near motorway exits, tend to be the most expensive.DON’T MISS Classic cars remain popular despite push for greener motoring [REVEAL] Sainsbury’s implements new 50p charge in petrol stations [INSIGHT] Drivers urged to use ‘magic’ one-button trick to defrost the car [ADVICE]  Experts are warning drivers to be selective about where they fill up. (Image: Getty) How to save fuel. (Image: EXPRESS)Car prices have also increased dramatically, by 821 percent in less than 50 years.At the time of its release, a Ford Fiesta was valued at £1,856, whereas drivers now will be set back £17,905 for the latest model.Based on average inflation of 5.03 percent per year between 1976 and 2022, a brand-new Fiesta could be costing you £15,422.This means motorists are paying £1,672 more than inflation-level prices, although the advances in car technology and infotainment system may make up for the gap in price.