Travel
If your able to, consider walking , instead of driving this will save money on fuel or travel and help you to stay active. You could also consider moving to two wheels. C ycling is a great way to keep fit and active and a cheap way to get around. All customers can apply for a personal development grant to purchase a bike or look for a second hand one.
Plan your travel using Kent Connected which gives safest routes, with costs for walking, cycling, bus, train, car and car sharing.
Car (fuel saving – top tips)
- Shop around and compare fuel prices. ( PetrolPrices is an app which can be used for this – the data is generated by users.)
- Keep tyre pressure at 0.3–0.5 bar above advised pressure to have low rolling resistance tyres.
- Reduce unnecessary weight , remove roof boxes or racks if not in use and avoid driving with a full tank.
- Switch off air conditioning.
- Drive smoothly and slower – driving at 70mph uses 15% more fuel then at 50mph.
- If you have it- use the engine stop/start. Leaving your engine running (or idling) can use 2p of fuel per minute.
- Combine journeys to reduce the miles you’re travelling.
- C onsider car sharing with neighbours , colleagues, friends or family.
- In winter scrape ice from your car rather than leaving your car idling to warm up.
Public Transport
Rail: Check to see if there ’ s a railcard that ’ ll save you money. They cost up to £30 a year and can get you a third off most train travel, so if you'll spend over £90 a year, you can save. Go to National Rail for more information.
Bus: Check to see if there ’ s a bus pass that you can apply for that ’ ll save you money. Get a bus pass.