”Over the last 15 months, the cost of filling my truck has increased by 100%”
In a region that’s traditionally cheap on fuel, big cars are big business. It’s not uncommon for many families to have two cars, one usually a larger SUV/Jeep type, a brilliant people carrier, and an even better fuel guzzler.
In just over a year, Dubai has seen the price of fuel rise dramatically. And so, in a region that’s famously cheap on fuel, car owners are taking a moment to consider the impact the rise in fuel is having on their bank balance. And it doesn’t look good.
One Dubai resident reported that in one year if he follows the same fuel trajectory pattern, the cost of fuel in his car will increase by AED16,000… AED16,000! And so, the exorbitant prices are forcing drivers to downsize or at least look at some cost-cutting ways.
How to beat the rise of fuel
Did you know that HOW you drive can affect fuel usage?
- Cut down on aggressive driving
- Speeding, rapid acceleration and braking wastes petrol.
- Keep your car well maintained and running smoothly
- Keep those types pumped up! Underinflated tires can lead to more friction on the road, which uses more gas consumption. So, If all your tires are underinflated by 10 psi, this could reduce fuel efficiency by up to 10%.
- Use your engine wisely
- Don’t leave your car running when you’re not driving
- Use Cruise Control (if you have it) and overdrive gears
- Be smart about driving
- Plan errands to do them together, rather than separate trips
- Carpool to school/work
- Use your AC effectively
- Use the air conditioner only when absolutely necessary, and set the temperature no lower than necessary
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