BRIT motorists could save hundreds of pounds in fuel every year by completing a simple, 15-minute task.
That’s according to experts who claim changing and maintaining the condition of your car’s appearance can have a major impact on your motor’s fuel economy.
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Specialists at Select Car Leasing say cleaning your car regularly can make a big difference over a 12-month period.
Washing your car and keeping it free from dirt and grime could even boost its fuel economy by a staggering two miles per gallon (mpg), which works out at average of £200 for around 8,000 miles.
In a report by the Express, Graham Conway, Managing Director at Select Car Leasing said: “The main determining factor here is when the car doesn’t have dirt around it, it is much more aerodynamic.
“The surface area of a vehicle can impact mileage and fuel efficiency because when it has no debris, it can travel through the air much easier and freely.
“Car manufacturers will cleverly design the body shape of a vehicle so that it is as aerodynamic as possible.
“An aerodynamic-efficient vehicle shape tends to be one as smooth and as streamlined as possible, minimising drag.
“Dirt also adds weight, which also has an impact on a vehicle’s fuel efficiency.
“So as motorists continue to battle with the cost of living crisis, keeping their vehicle clean will most likely help to save on fuel costs since dirty surfaces limit airflow and increase friction for a lower mpg rating.”
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