Asda fuel is cheap due to intense supermarket competition, large purchase volumes, and using fuel as a "loss leader" to drive store sales, with prices often undercutting rivals to boost footfall, though it might have fewer performance additives than premium brands, says Allstar Fuel Card and Reddit. All fuels meet basic UK quality standards but supermarkets often skip premium detergents, focusing on core price to get you into the store, where profits are made, notes which.co.uk and Motia.
The refineries where Asda fuel comes from have a stringent testing regime and all the fuel that goes to an Asda Petrol Station has passed quality control and is compliant to British Standards (EN228 for petrol / EN590 for diesel).
So, from a base level, all fuel is pretty much the same when it leaves the refinery. However, the key difference lies in additives, the special chemical blends that fuel brands mix in to improve performance, efficiency and engine cleanliness. Supermarket fuel tends to have fewer or less advanced additives.
All our fuel comes from one of the six oil refineries in the UK, so supermarket fuel is coming from the same refineries that supply the major brands.
Compared to the UK or Western Europe, petrol is actually pretty cheap in Australia, as our taxes aren't as high. (Australia produces almost enough oil for our own needs. But almost all of it is exported to Singapore where it is refined and then re-imported as petrol, because Singapore has very cheap mega-refineries.
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After 2030 in Australia, petrol (internal combustion engine - ICE) cars won't disappear but will face a significant decline as the market shifts towards electric and hybrid vehicles, with the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) leading the charge by aiming to ban new ICE sales by 2035, mirroring global trends, though the Federal government has yet to mandate a national ban, focusing instead on emissions standards and EV infrastructure, meaning a mix of fuel types will dominate, but petrol cars will become less common and potentially harder to finance or sell used.
Premium petrol is a high-octane fuel, typically rated between 95 and 100, designed for better engine performance and reduced knocking in high-compression engines. It ensures smoother combustion and enhanced efficiency, especially during demanding drives.
Across the UK, many well-known fuel stations are undergoing a significant transformation, switching from recognisable brands such as Shell, Esso, and BP to Asda's own fuel branding. This change follows the acquisition of EG Group's UK operations by supermarket giant Asda in 2023.
The standard (95 octane) petrol has become E10.
If your vehicle is not compatible with E10 fuel, you will still be able to use E5 by purchasing the 'super' grade (97+ octane) petrol.
Using the New & Improved Shell regular fuels helps to clean & protect key fuel system components such as intake valves & fuel injectors from the build-up of performance robbing deposits. Our new generation of deposit targeting technology removes harmful deposits & protects engine condition.
Since the sale, the Woolworths-branded service stations were progressively rebranded into EG stations, ultimately rebranding from Caltex Woolworths to EG Ampol between July and December 2022 following Caltex rebranding to Ampol. In August 2025, EG Group agreed to sell the chain to Ampol.
Heavy Dependence on the UK Market
Lastly, ASDA's excessive reliance on the UK market is a significant weakness. With no substantial international presence, ASDA is vulnerable to domestic economic fluctuations, consumer preference changes, and increased competition from established and emerging players.
There's no single "best" petrol brand in Australia, as all fuels must meet strict government standards, meaning base fuel quality is similar, but brands like BP, Shell, and Ampol often add proprietary detergents in their premium fuels (like 98 RON) for better engine cleaning, with many drivers preferring these for performance, while independents like United Petroleum offer competitive prices. For most cars, the main difference is the additive package, so choosing a reputable brand's premium fuel (98 RON) from a busy station that refills often is a good strategy for engine health.
You should use E10 (10% ethanol) in most modern petrol cars (post-2000/2011) as it's more eco-friendly and cheaper, but use E5 (5% ethanol) for older cars (pre-2000/carburetors) or high-performance vehicles that may need the higher octane or can't handle ethanol's water absorption, checking your owner's manual is always best to avoid potential fuel system issues.
You can mix 95 with 98 no concern, it is only an octane rating nothing more. I always run 95 if I can find it if not I use 98. You won't notice any difference between the 2 unless you have a high performance motor.
Shell and BP both offer high-quality fuels with proprietary detergent additives, but Shell's V-Power is often cited by enthusiasts for superior cleaning, while BP's Invigorate® also removes engine deposits; the real difference often comes down to personal experience and specific vehicle needs, with some reporting better performance with Shell's premium fuel and others with BP's, but many experts say using the correct octane grade (like 98) from any major brand provides similar benefits over generic fuel.
All UK fuel, wherever you fill up comes from exactly the same refineries, no matter what tanker logo is used to distribute it. It is all of the same specification fuel and standards of quality, regardless of what service station you buy it from.
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If you're in for long car trips, choose diesel over petrol engines since they provide more power at lower engine revs. Featuring better fuel economy. Diesel cars give their owners better mpg than their petrol counterparts due to their fuel containing more energy per litre. Lower CO₂ emissions.
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