As petrol prices start to rise across Logan and the Scenic Rim the RACQ is urging drivers to fill up ahead of the long weekend while cheaper fuel is still available.
RACQ spokesperson Nicky Haydon says 10 percent of sites across both regions are already charging 191.9 cents per litre (cpl) for regular unleaded petrol (ULP).
“If your tank is getting low, now’s the time to head to the bowser as we are seeing a price hike in the Logan and the Scenic Rim and we expect more sites to follow suit.”
“The good news is, there are still plenty of cheaper deals available ahead of the long weekend across both regions, so look out for those sites and aim to pay 160cpl or less.”
Ms Haydon says the increase to prices is part of the south east’s regular price cycle.
“We’ve seen petrol prices fall right across Queensland since the cut to fuel excise was introduced last month and we’re continuing to monitor this closely.”
“What we’re now seeing is prices starting to climb again as we enter the hiking phase of the cycle and move towards the expensive phase.”
Ms Haydon urges drivers to do their research before heading to the bowser.
“Use apps like RACQ’s Fair Fuel Finder to track down the best deals and if you’re heading away for the weekend, check out the prices along your route and at your destination, as you might find it’s actually cheaper to fill up there.”
