Drivers are being urged to utilise an unconventional fuel-saving method in a bid to reduce costs - travel with a bowl of water on the passenger seat.

Sound strange? Certainly, but it does actually have merits that could save you a pretty penny in the lead-up to winter.

Brits have been caught in the midst of a spiralling cost of living crisis over the past year or so, which has led to experts across a range of professions issuing cost hacks.

Some admittedly are a little left field, but if it works, it works. Saving money on petrol or diesel is always a win.

Experts from ChooseMyCar.com provided the bizarre tip. It might sound strange, but this can be a simple but effective reminder to drive in a more gentle and fuel-efficient way.

The experts said: "Keeping an open bowl of water on your passenger seat is a great deterrent for unnecessary acceleration and braking.

"If you hit the accelerator too hard, you'll see water pour out the sides; likewise, if you're driving too fast and braking hard you'll notice water on the seat. The best bowls to use for this are small cereal bowls, with water about an inch from the top."

Other tips they suggested:

Park facing the morning sun

This simple trick can help you save money (though you may need to invest in a compass!). The experts say if you've parked facing the morning sun during winter, you’ll spend less time running the car to warm it up or to demist your windscreen.

Use your garage as an actual garage

Your car will stay at a better temperature for fuel economy if you keep it warmer in a garage. This will reduce your fuel consumption by using less air conditioning to heat or cool your car.