Car insurance customers are missing out of vital cost-cutting measures owing to a hectic lifestyle and a lack of foresight, suggested an industry leading expert.
Drivers are capable of significantly reducing their motoring costs by being more aware of their driving habits, according to Shell UK.
David Wood, media manager for Shell UK, said the first step towards a cost-effective driving experience is to keep a close eye on the levels of fuel consumption. He added that basic behavioural changes could save hundreds of pounds as drivers adjusted their motoring techniques to be more fuel-efficient.
Mr Wood suggested a few tips to lower fuel costs. He said: "Just inflate the tyres properly, don't drive with the windows down, get rid of any unnecessary clutter weighing down the car. With driving, try doing a few miles per hour lower than normal, and change up to a higher gear more quickly."
Cruise control features available in the newer car models will also go a long way in reducing fuel costs, he added.
His comments follow in the wake of a recent Shell Smarter Drivers experiment which saw a family from Aberdeen lowering their driving costs by as much as 62 per cent, reflecting yearly savings of £720. This was achieved through the two-pronged approach of fuel-efficient driving and planning before making any journeys in order to chalk out shorter routes and cutting down overall vehicle use.
Recent results made public by the Post Office's Travel money section indicate that fuel prices have increased across Europe. The changes reflect a 24 pence rise in the costs of unleaded petrol and a 12 per cent increase for diesel.
Germany has had the lowest increase in its fuel costs, where unleaded petrol has seen a rise of four per cent, while the costs of diesel have risen by only 12 per cent.  |
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