The practice of driving in such a way as to minimize fuel consumption and the emission of carbon dioxide.
‘all instructors and examiners have been coached in eco-driving’
‘you can save a lot of money by adopting a few simple eco-driving techniques’
‘"I believe eco-driving has an important role," he said.’
‘Other recommendations from the Commission include promoting the teaching of "eco-driving" techniques - in which motorists learn how to use their car in a fuel-efficient manner.’
‘As for Gordon Brown, he thinks motorists should switch to electric cars and learn eco-driving.’
‘Couple that with your eco-driving skills, and you could start saving for an electric car.’
‘Already, eco-driving technology can help motorists spend less at the pumps and reduce their emissions; better information can make using public transport easier, and videoconferencing technology can help business travellers avoid some journeys altogether.’
‘The growing popularity of eco-driving is fuelling a rise in a new breed of "green" driving schools around the country.’
‘Smarter driving or 'eco-driving' could save you up to £220 a year in petrol or diesel, plus help the environment.’
‘The government has already launched schemes to train truck and van drivers to use less fuel and the Energy Saving Trust, a government agency, would like to promote eco-driving more widely.’
‘Needless braking and accelerating will have been eliminated by eco-driving lessons, and fleets of vehicles, stripped of excess weight, will glide along motorways at a legal and fuel-efficient 70mph’
‘The plans are part of a bid to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and 118 of its 700 trucks are also to be fitted with equipment to promote ecodriving.’
‘The Energy Saving Trust has developed ecodriving tips to help reduce carbon emissions and alert people to the dangers of bad driving habits’
‘The research found that despite the fact that nearly nine in ten people are concerned about the rising cost of fuel, 40% admit to being completely clueless when it comes to eco-driving, which can save up to 20% on fuel costs.’
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