Summer fuel saving: Don’t “burn” excess fuel in the sun

[Karl]

In a complete reversal of one of the UK’s wettest summers on record, many parts of the country are basking in the sun with temperatures reaching a whopping 32°C. As the mercury goes up many motorists reach for the aircon button for some relief from the record temperatures, using up to 10% more fuel in the process.

During the summer months there are a few steps you can take to help ease the effect of the heat while driving. Here’s a run down of our Summer Hypermiling tips that could help you save precious fuel as temperatures soar.

Read More http://www.hypermiler.co.uk/fuel-saving-tips/summer-fuel-saving-dont-burn-excess-fuel-in-the-sun

[frv]

Well said Karl!
I haven't used AC at all this week, just windows.
On a lunchtime I have wound all windows down 1/2 inch and locked car from passenger door so it doesn't trigger sensors. I do park in a locked car park though.

[Karl]

Mine stay open all day, its not really a security issues as I don't lock my car either!

[dancingbear84]

Hey everyone I'm back. I've still not hit 60 though.
I don't have air conditioning so I stick to the blowers on cold and crack open the sun roof.

[greenman]

I wish that we had the problem of high temperatures in North Wales. I have been driving 37 years and have never felt the need to have air conditioning, maybe I'm just old fashioned!

[frv]

Hi DB and GM. I'm on holiday in Whitby and haven't felt the need for AC yet, too cold lol

[dancingbear84]

I blame Karl for ruining our planned weekend of camping this weekend. He mentions good weather & out comes the rain again. Bring on winter, at least when the weather is bad in the winter I feel less guilty for doing nothing as it is dark all the time

[Karl]

LOL - sorry DB. I seem to have that effect on the weather!