How could Chris save fuel?

Explanation: • Change gear later keeping the rev counter in the amber: No, the rev counter should be kept in the green for as long as possible in order to obtain best fuel economy.
• Keep the gears in the low range for as long as possible: No, this will require higher revs to maintain the same speed and will increase fuel consumption dramatically as well as put more stress on many engine parts.
• Staying off motorways and dual carriageways as much as possible to keep the speed down: No, being on motorways and dual carriageways does not automatically mean that the vehicle has to be driven faster or less economically. These roads make it easier to maintain speed and use the cruise control (if fitted) which both improve fuel efficiency.
• Change gear earlier keeping the rev counter in the green: Yes, keeping the rev counter in the green is best practice for fuel economy.

Category: CPC Case Studies: EcoSafe Driving