Eurodrive Eco-friendly driving

The first and most obvious way to save energy with a Renault car is to choose a model that is fuel-efficient. Renault offers a range of models that are designed to be more eco-friendly, including hybrid and electric cars. Some of the most popular models include the Renault Megane, the Renault Captur, and the Renault Clio.

The Renault Megane is an electric car that is designed to be comfortable and accessible for everyone. It has a range of up to 355 Kms on a single charge, making it perfect for longer trips. The Renault Captur and the Renault Clio both offer hybrid models that combine a petrol engine with an electric motor to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.

Use eco-driving techniques

Once you've chosen a fuel-efficient Renault or Dacia model, the next step is to use eco-driving techniques to get the most out of your fuel. Eco-driving is all about driving in a way that reduces fuel consumption and emissions, without compromising on safety or comfort.

Some of the key eco-driving techniques include:  

• Accelerate and decelerate smoothly, avoiding sudden movements that can waste fuel
• Keep your speed steady, avoiding unnecessary changes in speed that can increase fuel consumption
• Anticipate traffic and road conditions, so that you can adjust your driving style accordingly
• Use cruise control where possible, to maintain a steady speed and reduce fuel consumption
• Turn off the engine when idling, for example when waiting in traffic or at a red light
• By using these eco-driving techniques, you can reduce your fuel consumption and save money on petrol or diesel.

Another way to save energy with your Renault car is to plan your route carefully. By taking the most direct route and avoiding unnecessary detours, you can reduce the distance you need to drive and therefore save fuel. You can also use online tools or GPS systems to find the most fuel-efficient route, taking into account traffic conditions and other factors.

Maintaining the correct tyre pressure is essential for reducing fuel consumption and emissions. Underinflated tyres can increase fuel consumption by up to 3%, while overinflated tyres can reduce grip and increase the risk of accidents. Therefore, it's important to check your tyre pressure regularly, ideally once a month.

Most Renault cars have a tyre pressure monitoring system that alerts you if the pressure is too low or too high. However, it's still important to check the pressure manually, as the system may not be accurate in all conditions.

Carrying unnecessary weight in your Renault car can also increase fuel consumption and emissions. Therefore, it's important to only carry what you need, and to remove any heavy items when they're not needed. For example, if you're going on a road trip and carrying luggage, try to pack light and only bring what you need for the trip.

Regular maintenance of your AutoTT car is also important for reducing fuel consumption and emissions. A well-maintained car is more efficient and produces fewer emissions than a poorly-maintained vehicle. Therefore, it's important to follow the manufacturer's recommendations for servicing and maintenance, and to schedule regular check-ups with a qualified mechanic, especially if you have a longer lease.

Some of the key maintenance tasks include:

Changing the oil and oil filter regularly, to keep the engine running smoothly. Our vehicles need maintenance evry 30.000 Kms, so you should be covered

Checking the air filter, to ensure that it's clean and not clogged

Checking the spark plugs, to ensure that they are working properly

Checking the brakes and suspension, to ensure that they are in good working condition

Checking the battery, to ensure that it's fully charged and not damaged, particularly in the winter

By keeping your Renault or Dacia car in good condition, you can reduce fuel consumption and emissions, and prolong the life of your vehicle.

If you are driving a Plug-in hybrid Renault or Dacia vehicle, you may also save energy by using renewable energy to charge your car. Most of our models are Full-hybrids, so they use the electric and thermal motors to drive the wheels, but the combustion engine is used at the same time as an on-board generator. Parallel mode uses the combustion engine and the electric motor together to drive the wheels. They also have regenerative braking for the most. Check which type of hybrid is offered on our range before booking.

Renewable energy sources, such as solar or wind power, are more sustainable and produce fewer emissions than fossil fuels. Therefore, by using renewable energy to charge your electric car, you can reduce your carbon footprint even further.

In some countries, it's possible to install a solar panel system on your home or garage, which can be used to generate electricity and charge your car. You can also look for public charging stations that use renewable energy, or use a renewable energy supplier to power your home and car.

Finally, if you're looking to reduce your carbon footprint and save energy, you may also want to consider carpooling or using public transportation when visiting larger cities.

By sharing a ride with others, you can reduce the number of cars on the road and save energy. Public transportation, such as buses, trains, or trams, is also a more eco-friendly option, as it produces fewer emissions per passenger than cars.