Drivers urged to put bowl of water in car this winter as fuel-saving tip
With temperatures set to plummet below freezing, the Met Office has issued a rare cold weather alert ahead of a period of bitterly chilly temperatures thanks to an 'Arctic Blast' hitting the UK.
Read more: I got a Leeds Co-op Starship robot to deliver food to my door and it was adorable - but I wouldn't use it again "It sounds a bit strange, but it is a simple and brilliant reminder to drive gently. If you hit the accelerator too hard, you'll see water pour out the sides. Likewise, if you're driving too fast and braking hard you'll notice water on the seat. The best bowls to use for this are small cereal bowls, with water about an inch from the top."
Using your garage as an actual garage By keeping your car warm in a garage, you will keep it at a better temperature for fuel economy. This will reduce your fuel consumption by using less air conditioning to heat or cool your car.
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