A decrease in the fuel price and interest rates may provide a boost to South African households. The possibility of a decrease in the fuel price was indicated in a recent forecast by the Automobile Association (AA). The AA indicated that in July the price of fuel may drop by 91 cents per litre of petrol, diesel by 70 cents and illuminating paraffin by 62 cents. This is yet to…

The Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein heard arguments last week by Agri SA's affiliate, Agri Eastern Cape, regarding the legality of technical regulations for fracking previously promulgated by the Minister of Mineral Resources. "In the absence of satisfactory information about the availability and treatment of water to sustain a fracking and shale gas industry in South Africa, Agri SA cannot support government's apparent appetite for a full-scale gas industry…

South Africa burns a lot of petrol – and selling it may be for you. Here's how to open your own independent petrol station, or buy an existing petrol franchise, and the advantages and pitfalls of each. Be warned, it is not for everyone, and it isn't cheap. If petrol isn't your thing, see below for links to articles about opening up franchises in fast food, retail, and other sectors.…

As South African motorists reel from ongoing petrol price hikes we look at fuel prices around the world. Local motorists are currently paying the about R16.57 per litre for fuel, reports Automobile Association. Hong Kong - world's most expensive petrol price In terms of the most expensive petrol price, motorists in Hong Kong are currently paying $2.18 (R32.17) followed by Norway at $2.16 (R31.87). https://www.wheels24.co.za/Fuel_Focus/see-fuel-price-hikes-worlds-most-expensive-petrol-20190613

Experts say the carbon tax introduced this week is so low it will have almost no effect in curbing South Africa’s greenhouse gas emissions that are increasing at a rate faster than the world average. Companies will pay as little as 42 US cents a ton of carbon emissions, whereas an international study says a carbon tax should be between $50 to $100 a ton if it is to be…

There could be a reprieve from fuel price hikes in July, Minister of Mineral Resources and energy Gwede Mantashe has said. Recent fuel price hikes are due to "local and international factors" including the carbon tax levy, effective from June 1, 2019, Mantashe said in a statement late on Tuesday. However, he said, " Going forward, the expectation is that barring any negative geopolitical event, the indications are that there…

Dutch airline KLM will help fund a futuristic v-shaped plane whose aerodynamic design will make it more fuel-efficient. The "Flying V" will carry passengers, cargo, and fuel tanks in its wings. The plane is still in its early phases, and is unlikely to be in service before 2040. Although it has many of the same characteristics as an Airbus A350, the v-shaped plane will use 20% less fuel. The Dutch…

Petrol will be increasing by 9 cents per litre from midnight, according to the Department of Energy. This will apply to both grades of petrol, namely 93 and 95, or ULP and LRP, and applies to its retail price. Diesel's wholesale price will be increasing by 33 cents per litre, while illuminating paraffin will be increasing by 8 cents per litre wholesale. The single maximum national retail price for illuminating…

Cape Town petrol attendant went the extra mile when he helped a customer who forgot her bank card at home. He should prepare to travel many more miles, as Shell has exciting overseas plans for him. The company told News24 on Tuesday that it had nominated Mbele to represent South Africa at the next Shell Global Service Excellence Awards, which would take place at an international location next year. He…

When a young woman from Gordon’s Bay in the Western Cape left for work yesterday morning, she had no idea that an act of kindness would soon be coming her way. Monet van Deventer, an account manager, was on her way to Cape Town from her home on Thursday 30 May when she realised her car was running low on petrol. The 21-year-old then decided to stop at the Shell…