Fuel companies are warning higher petrol prices are on the way this summer.
The added pain at the pump is expected due to a cut in global oil production, and sanctions on Russian marine oil tankers over coming months.
It's unwelcome news for households already snowed by the high cost of living and rising interest rates.
To manage their budgets, some people are selling their second household car, while the AA is suggesting it might be time to leave the car in the garage.
Amy Williams filed this report.