Currently, RAC Fuel Watch shows prices are “likely to rise” with unleaded selling at an average price of 183.16p per litre and diesel at 188.82p a litre. Some motorists have already tried some hypermiling techniques to boost their fuel economy, but road users are now being advised to try them.
Mark Akbar, Managing Director at CarStore, suggested that drivers could utilise some of the tips to help lower their fuel bills.
He said: “As prices at the pump are increasing rapidly and the cost-of-living crisis escalates, it’s more important than ever that drivers make the most out of every drop of fuel, improving driving economy and saving themselves money in the process.
“There are many different techniques and habits you can incorporate into everyday driving that will have a positive impact on your vehicle’s fuel economy.
“Try following even just a few of CarStore’s tips and tricks below and you may be pleasantly surprised just how much difference a change in driving style and habits can make to the miles per gallon you’ll achieve.”
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Avoid idling
When a car is at a standstill and the engine is turned on and idling, the car will get zero miles per gallon from the fuel.
Because of this, drivers are urged to turn their car off when waiting to pick someone up or in a drive-thru queue.
Many modern cars with “stop/start” technology save fuel by turning the engine off while the vehicle is stationary.