How can prices be so different in the same town/suburb?
As with most commodities, competition, supply and demand influence fuel prices. Competition is the main reason for the variety in petrol prices. FuelWatch encourages competition so consumers can buy from the more competitive/cheaper retailers. Use our ‘Quick Search’ service to find the cheapest retailer in your area. You can also subscribe to our FREE personalised email, which lists the cheapest retailers in your area plus alerts you to price hikes. When price cycles are occurring, different companies “hike” their prices on different days. This can mean prices vary widely between retailers in the same area, on the same day. By using the FuelWatch service to access prices in your local area, you can take advantage of these variations in pricing strategies.
