Saving on your fuel bill could be as simple as having a 20p coin in your pocket.
Drivers in the UK who are struggling with soaring petrol and diesel prices are being urged to use the coin trick every month to help slash their fuel consumption levels and save on cash.
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Experts at KwikFit are recommending one simple fuel-saving message that could help you slash your fuel bills, and all it takes is checking your tyres. This is because using underinflated or unsuitable tyres can add 20 per cent to a car’s fuel consumption.
Tyres typically lose air naturally, at a rate of up to two PSI (pounds per square inch) every month. Because of this, drivers are urged to check their tyre pressure regularly, as it can help preserve fuel.
Ensuring tyres are topped up not only prolongs the life of the tread, but also improves fuel efficiency as there is less rolling resistance on the road. If your tyres are even slightly distorted due to incorrect tyre pressure, drivers will be using more fuel to keep their cars running smoothly.
This is because of the added friction while driving that comes from a misshapen tyre. Drivers can check their tyre treads very easily with a 20p coin, the Express reports.
Current UK law states that tyre tread on cars must be a minimum of 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the tread, around its entire circumference.
Drivers should place a 20p coin into the main tread grooves of the tyre. If the outer band of the 20p coin is obscured when it is inserted, then the tread is above the legal limit.
If the outer band of the coin is visible, then the tyres may be unsafe and should be checked immediately by a qualified tyre professional. When taking the test, drivers need to remember to check at least three locations around each tyre.
Since the test is so quick and easy, motorists are urged to check their tyres at least once a month.
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