Running a car can cost a lot of money. Whether it is a car hired or a personally owned car, a significant portion of your budget goes towards fuel. Recently, petrol prices have been on the increase due to a rise in oil prices. In order to cut costs on auto rentals, it is advisable to hire a smaller or economy car rental. These are usually three-door cars, such as the Opel Corsa, Renault Clio and Fiat Punto. These cars are great auto rentals for up to two adults, two children and a limited amount of luggage. This is a popular car rental package for the weekend, as it is safe and economical.
Economy cars for hire have enough space to provide comfort on longer journeys, without being too big for town and city driving. You can accommodate quite a bit of luggage without feeling too confined.
Unless you need an SUV or bigger car, you can save a lot of money by opting for an economy car hire vehicle option. Larger cars and SUV's are heavier on fuel due to the difference in vehicle and engine sizes. Your choice of rental vehicle will depend on the type of trip you are planning, as well as the amount of people and luggage you are taking with. Your fuel budget will also have an influence on your car hire choice. It is important to plan your trip very well in order to can get the best out of your hired car.
It is advisable to purchase your fuel (petrol) in the early morning or at night when the temperatures are cooler, rather than in the heat of the day. Gas becomes denser in cooler temperatures, so you will be able to get better mileage for your money.
We would like to offer some tips to help reduce your petrol expenses and make your car hire package more economical:
Under-inflated tires reduce fuel efficiency.
Driving at high speeds in the wrong gear can reduce fuel efficiency by up to 40%
Air conditioning reduces fuel economy by 10% to 20%.
Avoid opening windows when traveling at high speeds, as it can reduce fuel efficiency by 10%. Rather use the ventilation system.
Newer cars are designed to be driven without much idling. Letting your car idle for too long will result in fuel wastage. By accelerating and braking gently, you are guaranteed to get better fuel consumption. When approaching a hill or steep slope, accelerate before the incline, so as to gain some momentum. These tips are designed to help you utilize your auto rental more efficiently. By saving money on fuel, you will have extra money for "treats". At SA, we try to create car rental package to suit everyone's needs and pockets. We take individual preferences into account and guarantee that there is an auto rental package to suit your specific needs.
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