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The new RAC Fuel Cost and Mileage Calculator can help you work out how much a journey will cost you in terms of fuel, so that you can budget accordingly. Whether you’re driving 200 miles for a long weekend away and a UK city break, or just popping to the shops, you’ll be able to see how much you’ll be spending on petrol or diesel.
Most manufacturers recommend having a full car service once a year or every 12,000 miles, whichever comes first. But this depends on your car and how you drive it. You can check your service book to see when your car was last serviced – and it should be updated or stamped by the mechanic after completion of a service.
By following a car maintenance schedule, you can help prevent major problems or breakdowns before they occur, as well as keep you car running at its optimum fuel efficiency, without unnecessary emissions caused by poor running.
16 mar 2023 · Some manufacturers recommend replacing spark plugs every 30,000 miles, but keep in mind there are other recommendations depending on the engine type or manufacturer, so refer to the service literature for you own vehicle.
28 wrz 2022 · You should have your car serviced every year as a minimum if you wish to maintain your vehicle and ensure no serious problems develop. You can keep on track with your car's maintenance and save money by getting a service or MOT plan to spread the cost over two years.
7 lis 2023 · From reporting a breakdown and finding the cheapest fuel to booking a service or MOT – you can do it all at the touch of a button. In addition, myRAC app users can see the MOT history of their vehicles and set maintenance reminders to make sure they book their services and MOTs on time.
How to calculate fuel cost per mile. Cost per mile (pence) = Litres x Fuel price / Number of miles. Annual running cost (converts to £) = Cost per mile x Average mileage / 100
