© Les Kelly 2010 Driver Certificate of Professional Competence Course Eleven Fuel Efficient Driving

 Aerodynamics  Braking  Clutch control  Cruise control  Forward planning  Gear selection  Hazards Factors that affect Fuel Consumption © Les Kelly 2010

Barriers to Fuel Efficiency  Poor vehicle specification  Lack of driver training from employer  Driver cannot be bothered to try new techniques  Pressure from traffic office to get the job done yesterday © Les Kelly 2010

Is based upon  Always questioning the actions of other road users  Never relying on other road users to do the right thing  Constantly protecting the space around your vehicle  Always expecting others to make mistakes and being ready for them  Putting road safety above all other concerns Economical Driving & Fuel Efficiency © Les Kelly 2010

NOT! Copyright Les Kelly 2010 CTDHC Aerodynamic Aids The aerodynamics have been lost thanks to the added lights and bull bars

On the Road  Keep a constant speed  Drive defensively  Skip or Block change gears  Maintain the highest possible gear  Keep the engine in the green band and let it lug  Do not double de-clutch  Use the cruise control  Look ahead and anticipate the situation  Ease off the accelerator before applying the brakes Good practice Driving Tips © Les Kelly 2010