The rising cost of diesel is causing concern for local businesses, particularly for businesses like Box Turtle Moving Company owner, Levi Ball. The company may struggle financially due to the rising costs, with a typical filling up of $500 per week. The average cost of petrol is now $4.65. The increase in gas prices is attributed to the war in the Middle East, which is causing customers to pay more at the pump than they did before the conflict began. However, businesses like Ball say they have no choice on cost as they rely heavily on diesel for business.