UK Company Tells How To Save At The Pump

HERE’S HOW TO SAVE AT THE PUMP
With the national average cost of a litre of unleaded now 97p with no  
sign of slowing down, Desperate Seller.co.uk the UK’s premier car  
buying & selling website shares a few tips on how you can save at the  
pump.

1.  Think about how you’ll pay. Some credit cards, such as the AA  
Visa Card offer double points on all fuel purchases.  Its worth  
shopping around to see if you can get a credit card that gives you  
cash back or bonuses for fuel consumption.

2.  Refuel when prices are low, not when your tank is empty.  To find  
the best deals on fuel, use the internet.  Websites like;  
Petrolprices.com and Whatprice.co.uk offer area fuel price  
comparisons.  Simply enter your postcode and up pops the cheapest  
petrol in your area.

3.  Think about your driving.  Smooth driving and proper gear  
selection can reduce fuel consumption by up to 30%.  The RAC’s tips  
for saving on your petrol bill include reducing your speed.  Drivers  
who reduce their speed by 10mph can save 40p on fuel for every 10  
miles.  Lightening the load, by removing roof racks or taking golf  
clubs out of the boot can also reduce your fuel consumption by 2.5%.

4.  Keeping cool.  Did you know that driving with your windows open  
on the motorway reduces your fuel efficiency far more than using the  
air conditioning?  By moderating your use of the air con and you  
could reduce your fuel bill by up to 10%.

5.  Plan your journey before you set off.  Its estimated that 20% of  
driving time is spent getting lost on unfamiliar roads, so plan your  
journey before you start.

6.  Don’t top off the tank.  When the petrol pump nozzle clicks, it’s  
full.   And due to the various pollution controls on the pump, the  
additional fuel you try to put in your tank may be fed back into the  
station’s tanks instead.

7.  Under inflated tyres can add 2.5% to your fuel consumption so try  
and check your tyres once a month and keep them at the correct pressure.

8.  Consider your car’s fuel efficiency before you buy.  Drivers are  
able to save hundreds of pounds a year in fuel bills by choosing a  
greener car, and Desperateseller.co.uk have a wide selection of fuel- 
efficient cars for you to choose from.
Katie Olver
www.momentousuk.com