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Martin Lewis' MSE reveals whether drivers can save money by filling up at certain times of the day

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Published 18:42 1 Sep 2023 GMT+1

Martin Lewis' MSE reveals whether drivers can save money by filling up at certain times of the day

The MoneySavingExpert founder has shared tips for motorists looking to save money at the fuel pump.

Gregory Robinson

Gregory Robinson

Martin Lewis' MSE team have addressed if you can actually save money depending on when you fill your car up.

The money and finance expert has weighed in on whether there’s a certain time of day that drivers should fill up their tanks.

Drivers are always looking for ways to save cash.
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Many people believe you can save money by filling up at night, but it turns out this is a 'slight urban myth'.

The MoneySavingExpert team revealed that you're not going to make big savings by being strategic about when you visit the petrol station, but you could save some 'pennies'.

And, as the cost of living crisis continues, motorists may be looking to make the most out of every penny they can.

Martin Lewis is here to help drivers save money.
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Because temperatures are often lower at night and because fuel pumps are calibrated by volume, customers can get a tiny bit more fuel by filling up when the temperature is cooler outdoors.

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The opposite is true when it’s warm outside, as petroleum expands in hot temperatures, meaning you’ll get less in the tank if you fill up during one of our very rare instances of hot weather.

"Talk of filling up at night getting you more is a slight urban myth, as the difference is minuscule – pennies at best,” the MSE website reads.

"Fuel pumps are calibrated by volume, so fill up at night when it's colder and you get a tiny, tiny bit extra."

Martin Lewis shared tips on fuel consumption.
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The MoneySavingExpert website states that while fuel prices have gone down since 2022’s record highs, petrol still costs on average 30p more than in 2020 and diesel is 27p more.

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There are some simple adjustments you can make to your motor to help it reduce fuel consumption, such as keeping your tyres inflated to reduce drag, declutter your vehicle to make the four-wheeler lighter, take off the roof rack to reduce wind resistance and turn off the air-con at lower speeds.

Other tips Martin Lewis has shared recently include why you should never use your tumble dryer to dry your clothes, and opt for a more energy efficient method instead.

He's also warned that for some meals, an oven may be the best approach instead of an air fryer in terms of saving money on your energy bills, contrary to popular belief.

And he's also urged cohabiting couples to tie the knot in order to avoid legal issues further down the lines.

If you or your partner aren't ready to pop the question, he suggests at least a civil partnership or a clear will so your partner will inherit your assets should the worst happen.

Featured Image Credit: David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto/Getty Images

Topics: Martin Lewis, Money, Driving

Gregory Robinson
Gregory Robinson

Gregory is a journalist for LADbible. After graduating with a master's degree in journalism, he has worked for both print and online publications and is particularly interested in TV, (pop) music and lifestyle. He loves Madonna, teen dramas from the '90s and prefers tea over coffee.

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