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Fuel's Gone Through the Roof. Here's How to Keep More Cash in Your Pocket.

Fuel prices are hurting trade businesses across Australia. Here are practical tips on driving habits, vehicle maintenance and route planning to reduce your fuel costs and protect your margins.

kathryn

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      "title": "Find the cheapest servo before you leave",
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      "description": "Apps like Petrol Spy and FuelMap Australia show real-time prices near you — worth a 30-second check before you head off. The My 7-Eleven app lets you lock in a price and redeem it later, which is handy when you spot a good rate but don't need a fill yet. Coles and Woolworths fuel vouchers are worth using too if you're not already."
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      "title": "Cluster your jobs where you can",
      "description": "Not always possible, but when you have flexibility, grouping jobs by area rather than criss-crossing the city makes a difference. Even trimming 20km a day adds up over a week. A quick look at Google Maps or Waze before you head out can also help you avoid the worst of the stop-start traffic."
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      "title": "Driving style matters more than you'd think",
      "description": "Harsh braking and rapid acceleration burn through fuel faster than steady driving. On freeway runs, it's worth knowing that fuel efficiency drops off noticeably above 90 km/h — sitting at 100 instead of pushing 110 can save a meaningful amount over a long week of driving. Cruise control helps you hold that steady speed without thinking about it. For diesel utes especially, keeping revs around 1,200 rpm in the highest gear you can is the sweet spot. It's not glamorous advice, but it's consistent."
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      "title": "Keep the ute in decent shape",
      "description": "Correct tyre pressure alone can reduce fuel consumption noticeably — and that's before factoring in wheel alignment and regular servicing. It's also worth clearing out any gear you're carrying around unnecessarily. Every extra kilo costs you."
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