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Our 4 Tips For Saving Van Fuel

Vanaways
Vanaways
20th Jul 2022
Our 4 Tips For Saving Van Fuel

With rising fuel prices it is increasingly important to ensure that opportunities are taken by businesses to improve fuel economy where possible. There is a range of approaches which can have a positive impact on fuel efficiency. These include regular servicing, smooth driving, upgrading your tyre and upgrading your van. One popular option when upgrading vans for business owners is to purchase or lease an electric van. This can have a particularly beneficial impact where driving is required in city centres as savings can be made on congestion charges when driving an electric vehicle. 

Read more for some tips on ways to save van fuel.

Regular Servicing

One step to ensuring that your vehicle is operating fuel efficiently is by scheduling regular servicing. In addition to resolving issues that could impact fuel consumption, regularly scheduled maintenance also means that any issues are resolved before they become more serious. There is a wide range of checks carried out in a vehicle service covering a number of different potential issues. If fuel efficiency is a concern with your vehicle it can be a good idea to ask your local garage if there are any vehicle maintenance steps that could improve this.

Driving Smoothly

Smooth driving can have a noticeable impact on fuel costs. By accelerating and decelerating gradually it is possible to ensure that more fuel is not used than necessary. Investing in a satnav to plan routes and avoid congested roads can be a useful step to helping make journeys smoother and more fuel-efficient. The Energy Saving Trust has a wide range of useful resources available including a guide on energy-efficient driving for vehicle fleets.

New Tyres

Changing the tyres on your van can lead to big savings in terms of fuel consumption. Depending on road and weather conditions there are different tyres suited to each vehicle It is also important to ensure that tyres are inflated to the right pressure in order to maximise performance. In addition to giving increased traction and improving fuel efficiency, properly-inflated tyres in good condition are also highly important from a safety standpoint. 

Upgrading Your Van

If fuel efficiency is presenting an issue with your vehicle it can be worth looking at different options for cheap new vans. Investing in a newer make and model can be a great investment in reducing fuel costs in the long run. There is a range of factors to consider when choosing the most economical van for your business. One factor that can affect fuel economy is whether a van is overloaded. Choosing a van that is well suited to the requirements of your business will help ensure a return on investment in terms of fuel efficiency.

Explore Vans For Sale Near Me

At Van Sales UK we have a wide range of fuel-efficient, practical and reliable vans available for purchase and leasing. Whether you are looking for a panel van or combi van we have a large number of competitively priced options. To discuss our different options for new, used and electric vans get in touch today by calling 0117 428 7721 or emailing us at sales@vansalesuk.co.uk.

Vanaways Reviews

   
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Zoe Batchelor

17 January 2025

"Love the van, Perfect as the spec I ordered, Saving up for the next one, thank you Adrian and Team, Boyd Batchelor, Tillage Nurseries"

Lisa Russell

Lisa Russell

05 August 2024

"Found these guys online and was a little bit wary to buy a new van from someone I hadn't heard of. From the off, the first phone call was professional and gave me all the information that I needed, Theo was great, helpful and I proceeded to order my new van, Paige sorted the paperwork quickly and efficiently and within 10 days I had my new van delivered! The price was very competitive and all parts of the transaction were easy and hassle free, wouldn't hesitate to recommend these guys, Thank you so much for a really good experience."

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Yusuf U. Gadzama

20 August 2024

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Clare Wood

19 November 2024

"Just purchased a 2nd van through Vanaways to add to our company fleet. Steve Catley was helpful, communicative and informative all the way through the process. We would definitely use Vanaways again, and would not hesitate to recommend them."

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Jay Pee Ay

05 December 2024

"Paige was outstanding in her responsiveness to what presented as a serious problem for our company. The finance company used by her company caused unnecessary and significant delays in the delivery of our van - the pain of which was mitigated somewhat by Paige's proactive communication, informative and realistic communication and very professional demeanour. I'd recommend her and she meant our view of Vanaways was overall positive."

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