Revision question · Safety and your vehicle

What's most likely to increase fuel consumption?

Revision material from the imported DVSA bank includes source-checked Lanekind learning corrections. These corrections are not newly issued official examination questions, and practice does not reproduce a live test paper.

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Poor steering control

Accelerating around bends

Staying in high gears

Harsh braking and accelerating

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Harsh braking and acceleratingThis was the right answer

Accelerating and braking gently and smoothly will help to save fuel and reduce wear on your vehicle. This makes it better for the environment too.

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Driving efficientlyReviewed guidance summary · These questions ask about the effect of acceleration, braking, revs and anticipation, not a guaranteed percentage saving.

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