Driving your vehicle economically will not only help you reduce the cost of driving by reducing your fuel consumption but will also help you reduce your vehicle's greenhouse gas emissions and the negative impact your vehicle has on the environment.
Fuel cost is a major factor in any car driver's expenditure so making sure your car is performing at maximum efficiency will help you save money on fuel bills. Over the next few weeks we will be giving you our top eco driving tips - to help you cut your fuel consumption.
Tip 1:
Use your accelerator smoothly and progressively. Always avoid harsh acceleration - we are not F1 drivers remember! When you can, stop using your accelerator and let the momentum of the car take you forward, such as when you are approaching roundabouts and traffic lights.
Travelling down a hill with your foot off the accelerator can save a considerable amount of fuel. If you are in the correct gear also it will mean you are saving your brakes because you are not 'riding' them down the hill. Happy Motoring!
