Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Most new drivers don’t realise how much money they’re wasting… until it’s too late.
In this video, I break down 5 of the most common ways new drivers waste money, and how you can avoid them straight away — whether you’ve just passed your driving test or you’re about to.
These are simple mistakes, but they can cost you hundreds (sometimes thousands) of pounds a year if you’re not careful.
Also, to win the car jump pack, so I can post it to you you, you need to be in the UK.
1. Overpaying for car insurance
Why new drivers often pay far more than they need to — and how things like named drivers, job titles, and paying monthly can massively increase your costs.
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moneysavingexpert.com/insurance/car-insurance-job-picker
2. Filling up at expensive petrol stations
Why motorway fuel is so expensive, and how small price differences quickly add up over time.
3. Paying for things you don’t need
From premium fuel in a standard car to unnecessary add-ons and over-servicing — where new drivers waste money without realising.
4. Ignoring simple maintenance
How not checking tyre pressure, oil, and basic car maintenance can cost you more in the long run through poor fuel economy and bigger repairs.
5. Letting your insurance auto-renew
One of the easiest ways to overpay — and how to avoid it.
BONUS: Letting your car battery die
A simple mistake that leads to unnecessary callouts and costs, especially if you don’t drive regularly.
Most new drivers don’t realise how much money they’re wasting… until it’s too late.
In this video, I break down 5 of the most common ways new drivers waste money, and how you can avoid them straight away — whether you’ve just passed your driving test or you’re about to.
These are simple mistakes, but they can cost you hundreds (sometimes thousands) of pounds a year if you’re not careful.
Also, to win the car jump pack, so I can post it to you you, you need to be in the UK.
1. Overpaying for car insurance
Why new drivers often pay far more than they need to — and how things like named drivers, job titles, and paying monthly can massively increase your costs.
Use Martin Lewis' job picker here
moneysavingexpert.com/insurance/car-insurance-job-picker
2. Filling up at expensive petrol stations
Why motorway fuel is so expensive, and how small price differences quickly add up over time.
3. Paying for things you don’t need
From premium fuel in a standard car to unnecessary add-ons and over-servicing — where new drivers waste money without realising.
4. Ignoring simple maintenance
How not checking tyre pressure, oil, and basic car maintenance can cost you more in the long run through poor fuel economy and bigger repairs.
5. Letting your insurance auto-renew
One of the easiest ways to overpay — and how to avoid it.
BONUS: Letting your car battery die
A simple mistake that leads to unnecessary callouts and costs, especially if you don’t drive regularly.
