Eco-safe driving techniques can reduce the risk of accidents for motorists and ultimately reduce costs, the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) has claimed.

According to a report published by the RAC, eco-driving techniques can save drivers up to £100 a year in wasted fuel.

Around two-thirds of drivers said they were unaware that changing gear when revs are high can reduce fuel consumption.

DSA assistant chief driving examiner Bob Millard said: "Eco-safe driving does indeed reduce wear and tear on a vehicle, and maintenance costs can also be reduced in addition to the savings made on fuel."

The Energy Saving Trust has also commented on the benefits of eco-safe driving.

Driving a car more efficiently means that it will produce less carbon dioxide emissions and contribute less to climate change.

It has advised drivers that avoiding sharp acceleration and heavy braking not only saves fuel, it also reduces accident rates.

Eco-safe driving could enable motorists, who are battling the credit crunch, to lower their fuel payments and ultimately their car insurance premiums.

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