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Nunben Dixon, head of automotive at Gumtree, said while motorists could do nothing about the increase in petrol price, consumers could reduce their fuel consumption in the long term.
“South Africans are notoriously aggressive drivers, and while they may vent their frustration at the high fuel price in their driving behaviour, aggressive driving increases fuel consumption, and therefore fuel costs.
“Speeding, harsh acceleration and braking, and racing between traffic lights all increase fuel consumption by up to a third. So choosing to be a calmer driver helps reduce one’s monthly fuel expenses,” said Dixon.
Dixon had other tips for keeping fuel costs under control: