Expert shares the minimum fuel amount needed in your tank
Everyone thinks they "know" their car, but could your car knowledge be doing more damage than you thought?
Many drivers have been in their car with a petrol light on and said the words "it's fine, there's more than enough petrol left".
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If you are not this kind of driver, being a passenger and seeing the light and hearing these words can be anxiety-inducing.
Apparently, just as leaving dishes in the sink or not making the bed can be contentious in relationships, this situation can, too.
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Who knew a tiny light could cause so much drama?
Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie asked Jacaranda FM listeners about this topic, and there is a very clear divide in this debate.
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This could have been a debate for the ages that we might never know the answer to.
Luckily, one listener decided to share some expert insight, confirming once and for all whether letting your car run on fuel fumes, rather than a tank that at least has a few litres, is actually damaging your car in the long run.
Listen here:
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If you need more proof, vehicle websites and car experts on social media have all shared that driving on empty is not an experiment you should try out:
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