There are a number of ways that can help to reduce the use of fuel. This should be combined with methods of reducing fuel cost a t the time of purchase.
One way fo making sure that your car is running as efficiently as possible, is to make sure that tyre pressures are what they should be. It is estimated that a small 5psi reduction in the correct tyre pressure of the vehicle, can result in a ten per cent drop in fuel economy. Buying the correct fuel for your vehicle can save money. Although premium petrol is often an option worth considering, research should be carried out by the company and the individual to see which is the cheapest, best option.

 

Reducing any weight in the car is another way of reducing fuel cost. Any unnecessary weight carried will add to the consumption of fuel, as the car has to work harder to carry the weight of the car. Restarting your engine uses the same amount of fuel as idling the car for thirty seconds,, so if you find that you are likely to be in a queue for a while, then it may well be worth turning off the engine.

Many of the preventative measures such as regularly replacing your fuel filter can help to save fuel cost. Even simple things like buying your fuel in the morning when the fuel is densest due to the low temperature can save you money. If possible, drivers should not sue air conditioning unless it is necessary, as this can reduce car fuel efficiency anywhere up to twenty per cent depending on the way the car is driven. Driving at moderate speeds can help drive down cost. Cars travelling at fifty five miles per hour use fifteen percent less fuel than one driven at sixty five miles per hour. Using the cruise control on your BMW can help to reduce fuel costs. Travelling at a constant speed can help reduce fuel use. Taking the most efficient route to work is another way of reducing costs and employees should be encouraged to share vehicles, if possible to reduce fuel costs further. Fast acceleration should also be reduced to a minimum to maintain fuel efficiency.

Buying fuel correctly can be a major step in reducing the overall cost of a fleet of cars and this is where fuel cards come into their own. Fuel cards, such as the ones you can find out about at Shell, are a major advantage in monitoring fuel cost. They can be monitored online and you can receive regular reports to see when and where your fuel is being bought. These reports can also help determine whether the most effective routes are being taken in order to make the most fo teh fuel available. Fuel cards also allow the buyer to stock up in bulk and many fuel card companies offer a range of packages to suit business which can be tailored to company use and to provide fuel efficient reductions. They offer a more secure processing option, which means that there is less chance of abuse and fraud.