Tips

Derek’s tips for driving in winter:

• Clear the car of snow and ice thoroughly; it’s not only safer for you and fellow road users but you will also avoid a hefty fine and points on your licence!
• Wear dry, comfortable shoes to have more grip on the pedals.
• Stopping distances are ten times longer in snowy and icy conditions.
• Keep an ice scraper, de-icer, hot flask & food, blanket, charged mobile phone, torch and snow shovel in the car.
• Stay on the main roads as much as possible. These are more likely to be gritted and patrolled by the police.

Derek’s tips for driving more economically:

• Don’t drive with underinflated tyres.
• Don’t drive with bald tyres!
• Slow down a bit; driving at high speed will increase fuel consumption.
• Close your windows and turn on the fans instead.
• Use the right gear.
• Drive smoothly.
• If you REALLY want to save fuel: walk….!