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Sep 16

Cutting Emissions and Fuel Costs


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One of the major, ongoing costs of driving a car is the cost of fuel. Whether you have a petrol or diesel engine car fumes can cause the most damage when a car is stationary but the engine is still running. If you are concerned about damage to the environment and to people’s health, as well as the cost of driving your car, there are ways to cut both your costs and the cost to the environment.

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08
Sep 16

Know Your Limits


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It is illegal to drive faster than the stated miles per hour limit on any road; at the same time, driving too slowly can also result in problems. Don’t keep your speed down to 40mph on a dual carriageway where the speed limit might be 60, as you can hold up other drivers and this can cause accidents. Speedometers are not always accurate, so it is best to adjust your speed a little to allow for that. If, for example you are driving in a zone that has a 40 miles per hour limit, then you should aim for something between 35 and 40 miles.

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