Car travel

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For local travel consider leaving the car at home and either walk, cycle or use public transport.
Keep the vehicle properly serviced.
Check tyre pressures at least once a fortnight.
Avoid carrying unnecessary weight in the boot.
Plan the journey, so you don’t get lost and waste fuel.
Try to avoid congested areas.
When starting up, there is no need to allow the engine to warm up – it is better to just drive off.
Try to avoid sudden acceleration, engine revving and sudden braking – harsh accelerating and braking can use up to 30% more fuel and increase wear and tear of the vehicle.
Avoid using air conditioning if possible, as this uses more fuel.
Drive with the windows closed, as this reduces drag on the vehicle.
Accelerate more slowly.
Switch the engine off if you think you are likely to be stationary for more than two minutes.
On motorways be aware of the three or four cars ahead, and keep a good distance from the car in front to avoid unnecessary braking.
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