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According to the AA, June 2008 saw record price rises for fuel. The average cost of a litre of unleaded petrol in the UK was 118.2p while diesel was 131.6p.

In June 2007, the prices were around 97.0p and 97.4p respectively.

Anyone with a vehicle is noticing the rises, but for some it means they're thinkingΜύ more deeply about their relationships with their cars.

Edward has his own computer-aided design company called CAED which he runs from his home at Coddenham near Ipswich. It means he does a fair bit of driving to meet clients.

He's always been into cars - going carting in his youth, visiting trade shows and motor sports meetings and watching Top Gear - but he fears that he may have to get rid of his beloved Beemer for the sake of his business.

Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ1's Panorama is broadcasting Can I Afford To Fill Up? on Monday 21 July 2008 looking at the issues surrounding the cost of fuel.