DRIVERS have been warned that a setting in their car is adding hundreds to their fuel bill.
With the cost of living crisis in full swing, drivers are looking for ways to reduce their fuel bills.
Drivers have been warned that a setting in their car is adding hundreds to their fuel billGetty Images
Car experts have warned drivers that heated seats can heavily increase fuel consumption.
John Wilmot – the CEO of car leasing comparison website LeaseLoco – told The Daily Express: “If you have a car with heated seats and a heated steering wheel, it’s understandable to want to turn them on when you first get in.
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“But turn them off once you’ve warmed up, as keeping them on will increase your fuel consumption.”
Car experts have also told how it’s essential to check the tyre pressure regularly.
If they are under-inflated, they can make the engine work harder, causing a lower fuel efficiency.
Smooth driving and preserving momentum will improve your overall fuel economy.
The top tip is to look further ahead so you can better anticipate traffic and reduce unnecessary acceleration and braking.
It’s worth knowing that if you drive a manual car, you should shift up your gears as early as possible.
Otherwise, your engine will be working too hard.
However, automatic cars come with an ‘Eco’ driving mode, which will alter when the gearbox shifts to minimise consumption.
And trusting the navigation device on the dashboard could also be the perfect recipe to save on fuel.
Newer devices and apps can help you to avoid fuel-sapping traffic jams.
They can also calculate ‘eco’ routes, designed to be the most economical way to your destination.