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Oil Prices Surge: Irish Drivers Urged to Cut Back

3/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Irish drivers are urged to drive less and slow down as the Middle East conflict drives oil prices higher.
Fuel prices are nearing €2 per litre as crude oil surpasses $100 a barrel for the first time since the Ukraine war.
The Automobile Association advises motorists to cut non-essential journeys and adopt fuel-efficient driving habits.
The conflict has disrupted global energy supply, raising concerns about further price increases.

History

Historical Context

The 1973 oil crisis began when the Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC) imposed an embargo in response to U.S. support for Israel during the Yom Kippur War. This led to oil prices skyrocketing from $3 to nearly $12 per barrel, causing widespread economic disruption. Today, rising fuel prices echo this historical upheaval, highlighting ongoing energy security challenges amid geopolitical tensions.

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Story summary

Irish drivers are urged to drive less and slow down as the Middle East conflict drives oil prices higher.
Fuel prices are nearing €2 per litre as crude oil surpasses $100 a barrel for the first time since the Ukraine war.
The Automobile Association advises motorists to cut non-essential journeys and adopt fuel-efficient driving habits.
The conflict has disrupted global energy supply, raising concerns about further price increases.

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