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With the cost of fuel set to hit 150p per litre, here are some tips to help you get the most miles out of your tank.

To book an Eco Driving lesson go to : http://www.how-2-drive.com/ or go to my downloads page for more driving tips.

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The car Reduce unnecessary weight – remove anything not required from the boot etc

Remove roof racks – this creates more drag

Tyre pressures – check regularly, every one or two weeks, more drag!

Wheel alignment – minimise drag and tyre wear

Oil – ensure you are topped up between the min / max levels

Windows – if open cause drag at high speed, so use Air Con and close windows!

Buy a car with good economy – look at hybrids, LPG, diesel , stop/start technology

Automatics – use more 10% more gas, so stick it in N at the lights and in jams

You

the driver

Planning – look ahead, no point accelerating up to red lights, then braking hard!

Smoothness – flow with the traffic, leave ‘big’ space in traffic to keep you moving

Accelerate – no lead foot, be smooth, be progressive – save money

Route – know where you’re going, pick the best route and you won’t get lost!

Gears – use selective gear changes when slowing, and block up when accelerating

Engine off – turn it off at the lights, or in conjestion

Speed –        driving at 35mph in a 30 will save you fuel

driving at 60mph will save 10% less than if you drive at 70mph!!

driving at 70mph will save 25% less than if you drive at 80mph!!

Cruise control – use it on a run, it will stop any harsh acceleration

Other useful tips Reverse whilst the engine is warm, you’ll use more fuel when its cold

Winter – modern cars don’t need to be warmed up, so no need to leave the car idling in the morning, that way no one can nick it!

Shop around – know where to buy the cheapest fuel at www.petrolprices.com

Walk – do you really need to drive to the shop to buy a pint of milk or post a letter?

The TEST Drive a route in your usual style and measure MPG and Average speed

Now drive the same route putting into practice the above

My results for urban route

Before:         MPG 30.2 and Av Speed 14mph

After:            MPG 39.8 and Av Speed 18mph

Your results:

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