THE rise in the cost of living across the UK is currently a big concern for all residents.

Fuel prices, in particular, got people talking recently.

A few tips have been shared to make petrol last longer and 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 fuel last longer and The Bridgwater Mercury put together a list of the cheapest places to buy petrol in and around Bridgwater, according to petrolprices.com



Here is the list of petrolprices.com

  • Morrison Bridgwater, 156.7p
  • Sainsbury’s Bridgwater, 156.9
  • Asda Bridgwater Automat, 158.9
  • Unbranded Taunton Road (Taunton Road Service Station) 159.9
  • Shell Quantock Road (Wembdon Service Station) 160.9
  • Shell Bristol Road (MFG Express Park) 163.9
  • BP Bristol Road (MFG Dunball Roundabout) 164.9
  • Unbranded Taunton Road (Woods Filling Station) 168.0
  • M5 Bridgwater Moto Motorway Service Area, 182.9p
  • Esso Bridgwater (Bridgwater Service Station), --.-