How do we cut down on our car costs?
We hear you, dear drivers, especially in times of crisis, we sympathize with your misery and know you’re all asking yourselves: “How do we cut down on our car costs?”
Well, the answer might not be the simplest, but here are a few ideas we’ve been thinking about to help you reduce your expenses related to the vehicle you are driving.
Nowadays, a car is not so much a commodity as it is a necessity and many of us commute to work by car. This can be tiresome and difficult, but let’s face it: we’d rather sit behind the wheel than use public transportation. So unless you are feeling magnanimous enough to want to save the Planet by actually starting using public transport – preferably a non- or less polluting option, like the train – we suggest you think of ways of teaming up to pay the fuel. That’s right… that is our first tip: share a ride!
If the costs of commuting outweigh the advantages of having a job in a big city, try to move closer to your town. Also, if this is within your reach, try to get flexible at work, maybe even work from home a few days a week.
When purchasing your insurance, don’t rush into it! Use websites that compare insurance prices to help you get the most profitable deal out there.
You might or might not be aware of this, but there are actually ways to drive responsibly and save fuel at the same time. Here’s what you can do:
- Go smooth on acceleration and braking.
- Drive in the proper gear (believe us, that is an issue for some people).
- Don’t drive too fast and avoid over-revving the engine.
- Reduce the use of air con.
- Keep your tires under the proper pressure.
- Don’t over-load your car!
Also, get convenient car hire deals when traveling!
