Green Car Travel

By 2035, all new cars produced will be either electric (EVs) or hybrid. Many people are already making that switch now though and there are many benefits. EVs and hybrid vehicles are often cheaper to run and maintain compared to petrol or diesel vehicles. Additionally, the government are often offering tax incentives to encourage people to swap from traditional combustion engines to electric vehicles. A common concern with EVs is range anxiety. Most new vehicles will cover between 100 and 300 miles on a full charge (dependent on conditions and model of car). The average car journey in the UK is only 8 miles and 25% of journeys are less than 2 miles! For more information, visit the Energy Saving Trust website.

Possibly the most useful app and website for electric vehicle owners. Zap Map provides locations of electric vehicle charging points across the county, including latest status information on each point.

Check out your nearest EV charging station GRIDSERVE on Maple Way.

Eco Driving

Petrol and diesel cars can be expensive to run, so here are some top tips that could make a difference to your journey and reduce the need for such regular trips to the petrol station.

Service your car regularly to maintain engine efficiency.
Check your tyre pressures frequently, especially before long journeys. Under inflated tyres create drag which consequently uses more fuel.
Lose any unnecessary baggage – extra weight means fuel. Perhaps itâ€™s time to clear out the boot of the car?!
Combine short trips into one. Cold starts use more fuel so if you have a few errands to run, complete them in one longer trip.
Drive smoothly by accelerating gently and read the road ahead to avoid any unnecessary braking.
Cut down on the air-con. Air conditioning can increase the fuel consumption of your vehicle when driving at low speeds, however, the effects are less noticeable at higher speeds.

Car Sharing

Why not share your regular journey with someone else? By doing so, you are not only saving carbon emissions but you can also save money. There are already many potential car sharing options in the area to places such as Great Yarmouth and Norwich. Sign up and join online here.

To find out more, visit the Liftshare Member User Guide here.