It is always sensible to check around whenever a car insurance policy is due for renewal to obtain assurance that you are still getting a good deal.
This is predominantly an annual event however, and with volatile fuel prices, drivers should continue to think about the cost of making unnecessary journeys etc.
Any person having experienced travelling by aeroplane sees this clearly evidenced by the baggage restrictions imposed by airlines. If you wish to take extra baggage over their limit, you will pay extra – this additional cost is mainly due to the extra fuel they will use to get you to your destination!
The theory is no different for travel by car, but many motorists however have failed to look at reducing the amount of personal possessions they leave in the boots of their cars which, if removed, could reduce their fuel consumption according to The Energy Saving Trust.
Tim Anderson, their smarter driving expert has stated that by failing to remove unneeded belongings out of a vehicle’s boot, a person is increasing the amount of fuel they are using.
He said:
Consider These:“The reason we are talking about clearing out their boots is because actually by carrying around excess stuff in the back of the car, the car has to work a little bit harder so it uses more fuel.
“That adds to your fuel costs and it also increases the amount of carbon dioxide and CO2 that your car emits.”
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