go slower to save money

Reduce your speed on the road to save money, the question is making its way among some motorists. “If it’s to save money, yes”, launches one of them. One thing that has already seduced this motorist who “When it’s limited to 90 km/h, I drive at 80”. A study proves it, driving at 110 km/h on the motorway against 130 km/h, or at 80 instead of 90 on national roads, would save 150 euros per year. Too little for some, inconceivable for others.

However, in driving schools, the question is increasingly studied. In particular to raise awareness among future drivers. “Driving at 110 km/h instead of 130 saves a liter per 100 kilometres, which is not negligible, indicates Dominique Martin, an instructor. But it also saves the car because we anticipate so we use the brakes less. In general, there is a considerable saving.” At a time when some departments are going back to 90 km / h on two-way roads, the economic incentive could revive the debate.

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