World Economy record for Peugeot - 1445.6 kilometres on one tank of gas

3. Plan Your Trip - Avoid peak hour traffic if possible and work out the most direct route before your journey commences. Using motorways, autobahns, uses less fuel than driving on suburban streets.

4.Travel Light - Don't carry excess weight by using the boot/trunk as a storage area, for tool boxes, etc. You are simply calling on extra effort from your engine every time you accelerate.

5.Keep It Shut - Keeping windows closed improves your cars aerodynamic efficiency. An open window can increase fuel consumption by up to 5%. Remove roof racks if not being used, they cause significant air drag.

6.Minimise Use Of Air Conditioning - Unless it's freezing, or sweltering, keep the air conditioner off (fan is usually sufficient for cool or warm air flow into the vehicle). It is a major fuel thief in traffic, increasing fuel consumption by up to 10%.

7.Go For The Higher Gears - Automatic transmissions know how to select a higher gear when you ease off the throttle. If you are using a manual car, go for the next gear as soon as the car can handle it, without lugging.

8. Slow Down - If the cameras don't catch you, your wallet will. Travelling at 90 km/h on the open road uses 25% less fuel than at 110 km/h in most cars.

9. Turn Off - Don't let your car idle unnecessarily in the morning, in major traffic hold ups, or when waiting for someone. Don't rev the engine before switching off, it wastes fuel and contrary to popular opinion, doesn't make it easier to start next time.

10. Driving Ability - To be a successful economy driver, you need to be able to read the road ahead, have good concentration, understanding of your vehicle, and most importantly, the will to be a Winner, with dogged determination.

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