With the rising cost of fuel weighing on caravan owners’ budgets, knowing how to drive efficiently is now an essential skill, it has been claimed. The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) is advising Brits to maximise their fuel efficiency by driving carefully, taking steps such as anticipating changing situations to minimise hard braking or accelerating.
Reducing speed is also a big area for savings, as the IAM estimates that driving at 85mph uses an extra litre of petrol for every 20 miles covered, compared to sticking to 70 mph.
Simon Best, chief executive of the organisation, said: “If the monthly price of filling up is typically two tanks at £70 each, an advanced driver can save £14 a month, or £168 a year.”
He also suggested that caravan owners looking to cut down on their insurance premiums should consider taking an advanced driving course as it can save them money.
Car insurance premiums are predicted to rise by as much as 20 per cent this year, according to moneysupermarket.com.
