Guides

Fuel-saving guides

Evidence-led, no fluff. The habits, maths and timing that actually cut what you spend on petrol and diesel.

The driving habits, maintenance and timing that actually cut your fuel bill — ranked by how much they really save.

When prices tend to be lowest in the week, why they move, and how to avoid paying the weekend premium.

What the octane number really means, which cars actually need premium, and when paying extra is wasted money.

Speed, tyre pressure, weight and smooth driving — the physics of MPG and the changes with the biggest payback.

The CheapFuel app

Cheapest fuel near you, in your pocket.

Everything on this site, plus live station prices near you, price-drop alerts and a fill-up log that tracks your real running costs over time.

Coming soon