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Driving guide for economical driving

Firstly, what is economical driving? This is driving in a way that saves you money and saves the environment.

Cars can be used in a way that optimises engine performance. This means not driving at top speeds and revving the engine as high as you can whenever you get the opportunity.

The smoother air flows over your car, the more economical it will be. When you are on the motorway or the open road make sure that you reduce your drag as much as you can by closing the windows, and sunroof. Remove roof racks and trailers if you don't need them.

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Minimise the use of the air conditioner in the car - turn it on for bursts to drop the temperature in the car until it is comfortable and then turn it off.

Do not overwork your engine. Petrol engines are at their most economical when running between 1500 and 4000rpm and a turbo diesel is at its most economical when running between 1500 and 2500rpm so change gear if your engine revs exceed 2500rpm.

Reduce your speed. You can reduce your petrol consumption and costs by up to 30% by driving at 50mph instead of 70mph.

So try and drive economically as you won't just be safer and saving money, but you will be doing something towards saving our planet as well.