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Shell has developed a list of top 10 self-drive travel tips that is targeted at independent road travellers.
According to Shell, the pocket list of tips will help holiday-makers stretch their road trips through easy fuel-saving steps.
Dawn Phang, general manager of retail Sales and operations, Shell Singapore, said: "At Shell, we are always looking for ways to help our customers save more fuel on the roads. Especially for travellers embarking on long haul self-drive trips in a foreign country, we hope that our travel tips will be useful and help them get the most out of their journeys.
"Bear these tips in mind and keep safe while driving."
SHELL'S 10 SELF-DRIVE TRAVEL TIPS:
1. Plan your journey.
Develop a structured self-drive itinerary and share important details with your family members.
Planning your journey in advance will help cut down your total time spent in the car navigating an unfamiliar location, which is the easiest way to conserve fuel.
A well planned self-drive itinerary will enable you to identify the various pit-stops and petrol stations you will come across. In turn, it allows you to coordinate your refuelling and driving breaks and keep on track.
Choosing the correct fuel is also an important consideration.
2. Select the right car and ensure it is ready for long haul driving.
It is recommended that you select the right car for your driving journey.
For example, opt for the sport utility vehicles (SUVs) if you expect to travel through snow, rain, stones or mud.
You should also ask to inspect the car engine and air filters to ensure that they are clean. Clean engines and unclogged air filters help improve fuel economy.
In addition, ensure your tyres are correctly inflated so they are safer and last longer. A tyre that is under-inflated by 10 per cent can reduce fuel economy, while an under- or over-inflated tyre is also more susceptible to failing.
 
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