• Keep an eye on your speedo

    Save up to 10% on fuel

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  • Smooth and steady on the pedals

    Save up to 10% on fuel

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  • Lighten the load

    Save 2–15% on fuel

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  • Switch off when waiting

    Save up to 5% on fuel

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  • Check your tyres

    Save 1% on fuel for every 5psi you’re under-inflated

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  • Keep on top of maintenance

    Save up to 10% on fuel

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Smooth driving uses less fuel 

Go further on every tank with more efficient driving. 

Keep an eye on your speedo

Once you hit high speeds air resistance increases and so does your fuel use. Driving over the speed limit can increase your fuel use by 10%, and fuel economy drops quickly above 80 km/h.

  • Decreasing your speed from 100km/h to 90km/h saves up to 7%.
  • Decreasing to 80km/h saves 14%-15%.2

Smooth and steady on the pedals

Take your foot off the accelerator to slow down gradually, rather than braking hard. Avoid speeding up unnecessarily quickly too.  

  • If you’re on the highway, use cruise control to maintain a steady speed and avoid unnecessary acceleration.
  • Steady driving can save 10% on fuel.3

Lighten the load

Even a small roof rack or unused bike rack creates wind drag. Check for heavy items inside your car as well. 

  • Removing small roof racks can save 2%, and bigger cargo boxes can be over 15%.3

Switch off when waiting

If you've got stop-start tech, check it's working. And if you’re stopping for more than 30 seconds and you’re in a safe place, switch the car off.

  • Auto stop-start can save you around 4–10% on fuel during city driving, but it’s less effective on roads where you don’t need to stop very often, like highways.4

Keep your vehicle in top shape

A well-maintained vehicle runs more efficiently, uses less fuel, and is safer to drive. Staying on top of simple checks and regular servicing can reduce fuel use.

Check your tyres

All tyres gradually lose air. Check your tyres monthly and inflate them to the correct pressure.

Tyre pressure is measured in psi (pounds per square inch) or kPa (kilopascals).

  • Every 5psi your tyres are underinflated increases fuel use by 1%.5

Tyre pressure checklist

Many newer vehicles have a monitor that alerts you when the tyre pressure falls below a certain level. If yours doesn’t, check the pressure every month to make your tyres last longer.

Having the right tyre pressure also means your vehicle will handle better and be safer. 

  • Find your vehicle's correct tyre pressure

    It's usually on a label inside the driver's door, the fuel flap, or in your vehicle handbook.

  • Check pressure when your tyres are cold

    Either after the car has been parked for at least 3 hours or driven less than 2 km at low speed. Don’t forget to check the spare.

  • It's easy at a service station

    Most have a pump with a built-in gauge. Enter the correct pressure into the air pump and keep the tyre gauge pressed into the valve system until the air pump beeps.

  • Add extra air if you're towing or carrying a full load

    Check your vehicle handbook, or as a rule of thumb add 4 psi (28 kpa or 0.28 bar) to the recommended pressure.

Keep on top of maintenance

Regular maintenance makes a big difference to your vehicle’s fuel efficiency, safety and lifespan. These maintenance tips can help you to drop fuel use by 10–20% compared with a poorly maintained vehicle.

  • Get your vehicle serviced regularly

    Have oil and air filters changed when they’re due.

  • Have your wheels aligned

    Proper wheel alignment helps to avoid rapid and uneven wear on your tyres.

  • Look at tyre tread depth

    Bulges, lumps or cuts are signs that a tyre may need replacing. Although 1.5 mm is the legal minimum tread depth, the grip of tyres in wet conditions reduces more rapidly once tread is below 3 mm.

  • Don’t forget trailer tyres

    These are often poorly maintained or under-inflated, but significantly affect fuel usage. Check them as often as other vehicle tyres.

Tips for buying a more efficient vehicle

These aspects all affect vehicle efficiency and therefore savings on fuel. Here’s what to look out for.

  • Check it’s the right size for you

    Smaller cars need less energy to get moving, so it pays to get the smallest car that suits your needs — it'll likely cost less to insure as well.

  • Consider the vehicle’s age

    Older vehicles usually cost more to run than newer models because manufacturers are getting better at optimising fuel efficiency.

  • Look into its maintenance

    A well-maintained vehicle uses less fuel, so aim for one with a documented service history, or get it checked by a good mechanic before you buy.

  • See if it has auto features

    Automatic features like tyre pressure monitoring, auto stop-start or cruise control can help you drive more efficiently and save fuel.

  • Look out for star ratings showing a vehicle’s energy efficiency

    Whether you’re buying a car, ute or van, check for a Vehicle Emissions and Energy Economy Label showing star ratings for energy efficiency and emissions.

    Vehicles with more stars are more energy efficient — up to a maximum of 6 stars.

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    Learn about small changes that can help you and your team use fuel more efficiently, like better maintenance practices and smart driving habits, for light and heavy work vehicles.

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