2 months ago 03rd May 10:08
· Clear your car of unnecessary clutter - an extra 50lb of weight reduces the fuel economy of your car by up to 1%.
· Check your tyre pressure is correct to reduce petrol costs by 10%.
· Avoid jack rabbit starts and over-revving. Wearing soft soled shoes allows you to feel the pedals.
· Sticking to the speed limit is proven to be good for the environment.
· Every time you stop then start again in a traffic queue, the engine uses more fuel and therefore produces more CO2. Anticipate the flow of traffic.
· Idling increases emissions by 13 % so avoid doing it – switch off the engine if you can do so safely.
· Driving in the highest gear appropriate and changing gear early can boost fuel economy by 10%.
· Use gears wisely to avoid revving which accelerates emissions.
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