HOW TO SAVE MONEY ON FUELLING YOUR CAR

1. Reduce the weight of your vehicle

The heavier your vehicle, the more fuel you have to use to get it to move, so lighten the load:

* Remove your roof rack

Your bike rack and other non-essential accessories are just dead weight when you're not using them. This isn't just about the weight: roof racks cause a great deal of wind resistance.

* Have a good clear out

Keep safety equipment and supplies only if they're appropriate to your journey: keeping heavy snow chains in your boot will slow down your summer motoring for no good reason.

* Drive with less fuel

It's technically more economically sound to go more regularly to your petrol station, keeping your tank between half and three quarters full. A full tank contributes significant weight, thus hindering efficient movement.

2. Try out economical driving techniques

Your driving habits will also need to change if you intend to use less petrol or diesel.

* Avoid unnecessary acceleration and sharp braking

Obviously you should only ever drive in a safe way. Travelling slower and anticipating safe braking distances early is mor...