Eco Driving

Ever-increasing concerns over fuel costs and carbon emissions mean that clean, efficient driving is more important to drivers than ever before. There are numerous ways in which you can improve your vehicle’s engine efficiency, reducing running costs and environmental impact.

KEEPING YOUR TYRES INFLATED

A gradual decrease in tyre pressure may go unnoticed, but fuel consumption increases significantly when your tyres are only slightly under-inflated. The level of air pressure recommended in your owner’s manual will allow you to get the best from your vehicle.

USING CERTAIN FEATURES SPARINGLY

Useful features such as air conditioning, heated windscreens and other electronically-controlled functions are now commonplace on most cars. Using these all the time, however, can put unnecessary strain on your car’s battery and make it less fuel-efficient.

AVOIDING HARSH MANOEUVRES

Braking and accelerating rapidly where it is not needed uses significant amounts of fuel. Observation and anticipation, as well as making you a safer driver, allows you to use speed in the right places and cut fuel consumption.

REDUCING YOUR CAR’S WEIGHT

Leaving heavy items in the interior of your vehicle for long periods of time adds to its weight, and your fuel costs. Accessories that impair the aerodynamic qualities of your vehicle, such as roof racks, also reduce fuel.

The knowledgeable sales and aftersales staff at your nearest Jardine Motors dealership will be able to give you further advice on how to reduce your car’s fuel consumption and carbon output.