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Drivers warned over viral fuel-saving petrol pump trick that experts say won't work
Mr Conway said modern pumps prevent the trick from saving fuel, and one viral TikTok post on the idea drew almost 250,000 views.
- Graham Conway, a motoring expert at Select Car Leasing, debunked the viral 'slow squeeze' fuel-saving hack trending on TikTok and Instagram, stating modern fuel pumps are designed to measure fuel accurately.
- The viral 'slow squeeze' method claims that gently squeezing the fuel pump trigger reduces air bubbles and foam in the tank. One TikTok post under the tag 'Fuel Prices' reached almost 250,000 views.
- Conway warned against 'topping off' after the nozzle clicks, as forcing liquid into the tank can damage the evaporative emissions control system, potentially triggering engine warning lights and an MOT failure.
- Repairs to a damaged evaporative emissions system can run into hundreds of pounds, prompting Conway to advise stopping when the nozzle automatically clicks off to avoid unnecessary repair costs.
- Despite the expert's debunking, some social media users remain convinced the method works, though Conway noted that 'the only thing that might happen is that you take ages to fill up, angering other drivers.
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Drivers warned over viral fuel-saving petrol pump trick that experts say won't work
Fuel-saving ‘slow squeeze’ hack debunked by expert, who warns UK motorists it will not cut petrol or diesel costs; repeated topping off can damage vehicles.
·Bradford, United Kingdom
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