The price of diesel in the UK has officially surpassed £2 per litre, according to data from the RAC.
The forecasts also say that this figure is likely to rise, as ongoing conflicts in the Middle East have put pressure on supply.
At the end of September, the price was already at a record 199.18p per litre, which was almost double what the average was in February 2016.
Donald Trump has caused widespread worry across Europe as he threatened to cut off the US supply of diesel, of which the UK sources 30% of its stock from.
Despite the external noise, Transport Minister Keir Mather has insisted that there is no shortage of fuel as the UK has a wide range of sources.
However, Howard Cox, Founder of FairFuelUK believes there is cause for concern and is calling on the government to act fast.
He said: “We are perilously close to a full‑blown economic fuel crisis. Britain has some of the lowest diesel reserves in Europe, yet the Government refuses to act. If supply tightens again, the consequences for hauliers, farmers and families will be devastating.”
The UK is holding talks with its European allies regarding the potential release of emergency diesel stockpiles.
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