Tesco and Sainsbury's drivers save £260 with petrol and diesel tip that takes two minutes

Carmoola have revealed five tips to help drivers control rising fuel costs and tips include refuelling early in the morning or late at night, checking tyre pressure and using petrol comparison apps.

Drivers can save £260 with petrol and diesel tip that takes two minutes, it has been revealed. Carmoola have revealed five tips to help drivers control rising fuel costs and tips include refuelling early in the morning or late at night, checking tyre pressure and using petrol comparison apps.

Motoring experts have shared five tips for reducing fuel costs amid warning of fuel duty increases in the October budget. Fuel expands when it’s warm, so you get slightly less for your money when you fill up during the heat of the day. By refuelling in the cooler parts of the day, like early morning or late at night, the fuel is denser, meaning you technically get more for your money.

Many petrol stations and supermarkets such as Sainsbury’s (Nectar Card) and Tesco (Clubcard) now offer loyalty programs that can give you points or discounts on fuel. Similarly, certain credit cards offer cashback on fuel purchases. By combining these, you can effectively reduce the cost of your fuel. For example, using a loyalty card at a Shell station might give you points that convert to money off your next fill-up.

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However, to maximise your savings and avoid unnecessary interest charges, it’s important to pay off the balance on your credit card immediately, or as soon as possible. Aggressive driving, such as rapid acceleration and hard braking, significantly increases fuel consumption. By maintaining a steady speed and using cruise control where possible, you can improve your fuel efficiency. Additionally, driving at around 55-65 mph is generally the most fuel-efficient speed for most vehicles on the motorway.

Under-inflated tyres increase rolling resistance, which means your engine has to work harder, thus burning more fuel. Keeping your tyres inflated to the recommended levels can improve fuel efficiency by up to 3 per cent. This is a simple and often overlooked maintenance task that can make a noticeable difference over time.

Extra weight in your car and items that increase drag, like roof racks or bike carriers, make your engine work harder, thus consuming more fuel. By clearing out unnecessary items from your boot and removing roof boxes and racks when they’re not in use, you can improve your fuel efficiency. Each extra 50kg of weight can increase fuel consumption by up to 2 per cent.