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Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh Live
National
Alex Evans & Mya Bollan

The real reason shouldn't buy supermarket's cheapest petrol and diesel, according to expert

There is often more than one option when you pull up to the petrol station. But you may be better off choosing the most expensive one.

One driver who accidentally filled their car with 'premium' petrol was surprised the learn the real reason why you should be putting the pricier stuff in your tanks.

With the cost of living crisis upon us, the price of fuel is through the roof - rising from 99p a litre in 2016 to over £1.60 for petrol and £1.80 for diesel on average at the moment. However, the driver shared why you shouldn't be skimping on fuel. One car owner took to Reddit for comfort after accidentally filling their car with 'premium' brand petrol at a supermarket instead of the regular unleaded.

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