Neutral driving, particularly at downhill road section, has become something of a fashion among public transport minibus drivers and general motrists as a means to cope with the ever-rising cost of fuel.

This is despite the fact that there is no real consensus as to whether neutral driving offers any savings.

Experts argue that neutral driving can inflict damage onto the brakes and engine and can result in the driver failing to control the vehicle leading to accidents. They argue that driving a vehicle downhill saves a negligible amount of fuel, and poses several risks especially if the vehicle is traveling at a speed over 40 kilometers per hour.

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