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Ecofriendly
Driving
 It
has been calculated that driving in an environmentally aware
way (eco driving) can save you £120 per annum (source
Energy Saving Trust).
From looking at the type of car people choose to the way
you drive has a big impact on the emissions it produces.
Personal car travel produces 13% of the UK's total greenhouse
gas emissions and it contributes to local air pollution and
congestion.
Eco-driving means driving your car more efficiently so you:
- Save Money
- Save Fuel
- Save the planet
- Save wear and tear on your vehicle
The following steps will also help you save money and reduce
your car's impact on the environment:
 The
most efficient speed depends upon the car in question but
typically is around 55 - 65mph; faster speed will greatly
increase your fuel consumption.- Check your revs - change up before 2,500rpm (petrol)
and 2,000rpm (diesel). Anticipate road conditions and drive
smoothly, avoiding sharp acceleration and heavy braking.
This saves fuel and reduces accident rates.
- Use air conditioning sparingly as it significantly increases
fuel consumption.
- Drive away immediately when starting from cold - idling
to heat the engine wastes fuel and causes rapid engine
wear.
- Accessories such as roof racks, bike carriers, and roof
boxes significantly affect your car's aerodynamics and
reduce fuel efficiency, so remember to remove them when
not in use.
- Avoid short journeys - a cold engine uses almost twice
as much fuel and catalytic converters can take five miles
to become effective.
- Plan your journeys to avoid congestion, road works and
getting lost.
- Check your tyre pressure regularly - under-inflated tyres
are dangerous and can increase fuel consumption by up to
3%.
- If you're stuck in a jam, switch the engine off if you
expect to be there for more than a minute or two. Cutting
the engine will save fuel and reduce emissions.
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