The Middle East war has caused oil prices to soar. Bruce Dunne, an Australian resident who once placed 4th on the reality show 'Big Brother,' posted a video online showing how to make fuel using old oil drums, filters, and recycled cooking oil. The video has sparked widespread discussion among netizens.
Dunne stated that a single refueling would cost 500 Australian dollars (about 1,387 MYR), which is equivalent to a round-trip ticket to Bali. He bluntly said, “3.15 Australian dollars (about 8.74 MYR) per liter for fuel is robbery. I won’t pay that.”
Dunne is a HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) technician who needs to use his car every day. He created a blend of 50% waste oil and 50% diesel, effectively cutting the cost in half. All the waste oil is collected for free from local fish and chips shops. Dunne said in the video, “If you see me speeding down the highway and smelling like fish and chips, just mind your own business.”
After the video went viral, netizens flocked to the comments section with questions. One wrote, “What is going on?” Another added, “Please provide a tutorial soon.”
However, automotive experts warn that homemade fuel carries safety risks and may not be suitable for modern vehicles. The public is not advised to try this.
Currently, high oil prices in Australia have triggered a chain reaction. One transport company in Victoria needs over 3,000 Australian dollars (about 8,325 MYR) to fill a truck. Incidents of fuel theft and drive-offs are frequently occurring in many parts of Australia, reflecting the cost-of-living pressures faced by Australians.