How much more are you spending on petrol since the war in Iran began?

EXPLAINERAt least 145 countries have reported increases in petrol prices since the attacks on Iran by the US and Israel began on February 28.Since the United States and Israel launched their Iran" class="entity-link entity-event" data-entity-id="169305" data-entity-type="event">war on Iran six months ago, petrol prices have risen in at least 145 countries, adding to the burden on consumers worldwide.The figures are based on data from GlobalPetrolPrices, which tracks fuel prices in 170 countries and territories. petrol prices in Myanmar rose the most, increasing by 56 percent from $0.77 per litre [0.26 gallon] of 95-octane fuel on February 23 to $1.20 on August 17. Bhutan recorded the next-largest increase at 55 percent, followed by Cuba at 51 percent, the UAE at 50 percent and 48 percent in Nigeria .In 25 other countries, most of them oil producers with heavily subsidised fuel, prices have either remained unchanged or fallen by single digits.The table below lists the 145 countries where petrol prices at the pump increased over the past six months.How higher fuel costs shrink your driving rangeBefore the war, the US national average for a gallon [3.78 litres] of regular petrol was $2.94. It now costs $4.09, an increase of 39 percent, according to AAA Fuel Prices, which tracks retail fuel prices for the American Automobile Association (AAA).The extra cost directly affects how far people can travel. Before the war, $50 worth of fuel in the US could take a family sedan roughly 718 km (446 miles). Today, the same amount takes you about 536 km (333 miles) – 183 km less, a 25 percent reduction in driving distance.That gap varies depending on where you live.Set your country, car and budget below to see how far your money takes you. If you’re filling up in the US, you can also select a state and fuel grade.