Spiralling fuel prices have made economy one of the most desirable factors when choosing a car, while forcing private and business drivers to consider everything they do behind the wheel. It’s a cost nobody can ignore.

The MPG Marathon is a live demonstration of how both car and driver can make a massive difference to fuel costs and emissions. Now in its twelfth year, it pits teams of contestants together over a two-day event to push for the best fuel economy.

This year's event will take place at the fantastic Tankersley Manor, near Sheffield, on Wednesday 9th October – Thursday 10th October 2013.

Previous competitors have included everyone from celebrities, academics and motoring journalists to senior figures in the automotive industry, with coverage across regional and national press.

This website contains all the main details about this year’s event, along with tips on how to improve your own driving style and save money in the process.

Provisional regulations for this year's MPG Marathon can be downloaded by clicking on the link below.