5 Ways to Cut the Cost of Motoring

Saving money and cutting costs are increasingly important to all drivers: the increased cost of fuel and car insurance premiums has had an effect on all of our wallets. Follow these 5 top tips on how to cut the cost of motoring this winter. 

 

 

Petrol and diesel are expensive, but there are real savings to be made between different petrol stations. Supermarkets often sell petrol at discounted prices so look out for any available deals. Also, try to avoid filling up on petrol on the motorway as motorway petrol stations are typically more expensive. When you do fill up on fuel, always remember that many petrol stations offer reward points for customers using their services. Keep an eye out for earning points on Tesco Clubcard and Nectar at participating petrol stations. 

 

 

Figures published by Diamond Insurance show that 23 per cent of female drivers apply make-up while driving. If you car share and manage to get a lift from a colleague to work you can apply make-up without having to concentrate on driving at the same time. This is a move that is likely to be far safer for you, leave you with better make-up and could also save you money if you pool petrol money.

 

 

The safer your car, the less you will have to pay out in insurance costs. Fitting an alarm or immobilizer should reduce your premiums, but where you park your car, particularly at night, will have a significant impact on what you pay, too. So if you have a garage, but never park your car in it at night – start parking it there and notify your insurer. 

 

 

Although it might be a lot to fork out all in one go, paying for your car insurance in a lump sum annually will save you money in the long run. Many insurance companies charge you interest for monthly payments. Cutting your mileage will also reduce your insurance premiums. If you cut the number of miles you drive in your car you will not only save money on petrol costs, your car insurance premium will also be reduced too.

 

 

One of the easiest ways to save money and cut your motoring costs is to ensure that you have the best car insurance deal. Car insurance premiums have fluctuated considerably in recent years, yet millions of motorists never shop around for a better car insurance deal. Compare costs and you could find a far more affordable car insurance deal.