Millions are driving on empty fuel tanks

A staggering 10.3 million drivers in the UK admit to letting their fuel tank get as close to empty as possible before filling up.

These so-called ‘red line runners’ are naturally at increased risk of running out as a result – with 7 in 10 motorists admiting they have indeed run out of fuel in the past year alone.

The practice is on the increase as well, with 1 in 4 drivers admitting they are more likely to always drive as close to the warning light as possible before filling up, than they were two years ago.

Indeed, more drivers are also now setting themselves a fuel budget, while 15% of motorists admit they have risked running out while driving around to find a cheaper petrol station than the one they initially found.

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