WITH the rise in the cost of living across the UK, fuel has become a big concern for Somerset residents too.

Fuel prices are currently on the rise and a few tips have been shared to make petrol last longer.

The following suggestions come from leasecar.co.uk: 

 

  • Drive steadily, remaining at a constant speed where possible and braking slowly.
  • Once you have reached the correct speed limit, you should drive in as high a gear as possible. It is recommended you drive in fourth gear when the car is travelling at 30mph.
  • Anticipating hazards and developments ahead on the road such as lights changing and cars turning could reduce harsh braking, keep the car moving and prevent it coming to a complete stop, which will save fuel.
  • Having your vehicle properly maintained and serviced could allow it to run more efficiently and, if you have a leased car, maintenance may be included. 
  • It’s also important to regularly check that your tyres are inflated to the correct pressure. Under or over-inflated tyres could have an impact on your vehicle’s fuel usage - and remember to increase the tyre pressure if there is a heavy load in the car for a particular journey. 

The video below shows five ways to make your petrol last longer, while the County Gazette put together a list of the 10 cheapest places to buy petrol in and around Taunton according to Petrolprices.com


Here is the list according to petrolprices.com

  • Texaco Greenway Road (Greenway filling station), 154.9p
  • Morrisons Taunton, 156.7p
  • Sainsbury’s Hankridge Farm, 156.9p
  • Asda Taunton Automat, 158.7p
  • Sainsbury’s Taunton, 158.9p
  • Texaco Wellington New Road (Wellington Road service station), 158.9
  • Texaco A378 (Thornfalcon Garage), 158.9p
  • BP Blackbrook Park Avenue (MFG Taunton Deane), 159.9
  • Esso East Reach (Rey Taunton Express), 161.9p
  • Esso Wellington New Road (RSS Taunton West), 161.9p