Fuel efficiency proposed to be included in driver training lessons

The Roads Ministry has decided to include knowledge and understanding of fuel efficient driving techniques among the training topics for those learning how to drive. These draft rules have been proposed under the amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (1989).

This comes at a time when auto fuel prices are near record levels on the back of global cues and sustained high taxation by centre and state governments.

It has also to be proposed to introduce rules for those being taught how to drive two wheelers at driving schools in this proposed amendment.


The two wheeler driving training is supposed to be covered in 20 sessions over a span of 2 weeks. There will be a theory as well as practical training session for formalised two wheeler driving lessons.

The theory sessions cover traffic education, first aid, road etiquette, causes of accidents, and fuel efficiency among others. The practical lessons include basic and skill driving practices, night driving, and driving in single and multiple lanes among others. Two wheeler drivers will also need to know how to make minor repairs, checks and replacement of a flat tyre by Stepney according to the proposed rules.