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Motorhome experts share fuel-saving tips for drivers

18.05.2026 09:07 1 min 1 source
CaravanTimes ENG
Motorhome experts share fuel-saving tips for drivers
Original source: CaravanTimes

Insurance specialist Safeguard has released advice for motorhome and campervan owners to reduce fuel consumption amid rising prices. Tips include checking tyre pressure, reducing weight by emptying water tanks, and adopting smoother driving habits.

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Motorhome experts share fuel-saving tips for drivers

18.05.2026 CaravanTimes ENG Original source

🇳🇿 New Zealand — fuel prices

Updated: 25.07.2026

Regular 91

$1.70 /l

NZD2.93 · €1.49/l

15 of 17

pricier than 82% of countries

Premium 95

$1.81 /l

NZD3.12 · €1.58/l

102 of 140

pricier than 72% of countries

Premium 98

$1.87 /l

NZD3.22 · €1.64/l

61 of 94

pricier than 64% of countries

100

$1.92 /l

NZD3.31 · €1.68/l

17 of 24

pricier than 67% of countries

Diesel

$1.44 /l

NZD2.49 · €1.27/l

67 of 141

cheaper than 53% of countries

LPG

$1.12 /l

NZD1.93 · €0.98/l

43 of 55

pricier than 76% of countries

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