News today reveals that fuel prices hit a record monthly high in June, the highest monthly increase since 2000. Car insurance expert Alex Kindred at Confused.com says:
“The rising costs of living are effecting all areas of life, but motoring costs have been at the forefront for quite some time. The cost of fuel is reported at another record high, increasing from 174.8p to 191.4p in June. Our latest research shows that more than 2 in 5 (46%) of drivers think that the current rise in fuel costs are unjustified.
“With this in mind, drivers may be put off from using their vehicles for their general day-to-day. However, there are still some ways to save money when it comes to fuel consumption.
“To help with your overall fuel economy, you could try:
- Removing excess weight from their vehicles
- Ensure tyres are inflated to the correct pressure
- Avoid engine idling
“If you’re also finding that fuel prices local to you are too expensive, there might be others within short distances that can offer cheaper prices. To save you time researching for the best offers, our fuel price finder can help. All you need to do is pop a postcode in and search for fuel stations closest to you, allowing you to be a bit more savvy with your spending during a difficult time.”
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