fuel

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What's driving the attention

There is a significant concern about fuel theft and rising fuel prices in the UK and Ireland, along with increased interest in electric vehicle grants.

Since the Iran war began, an estimated £200,000 worth of fuel has been stolen daily from UK forecourts, highlighting a rising theft problem. In India, allegations of electronic chip fraud at fuel pumps have been reported, raising concerns about fuel security. Concurrently, in Ireland, the surge in fuel prices has boosted demand for electric vehicle grants as consumers seek alternatives.