Two-thirds of drivers change habits as fuel price soars

Two-thirds of motorists have changed their driving habits since fuel prices have increased, according to new research.A study by moneysupermarket.com reveals that 67 per cent of respondents admit that the rising cost of fuel has taken its toll, leading 62 per cent of drivers to spend less time behind the wheel.This could be a sign of things to come, as commuters look for alternative methods of transport that are not only cheaper, but also greener."With the effects of the VAT rise taking hold, and the latest inflation data highlighting the pressure on our wallets, fuel is another day to day cost that people are really struggling with," commented Kevin Mountford, head of banking at the website.Meanwhile, treasury chief secretary Danny Alexander told the BBC that introducing a fuel stabiliser to control prices would be "difficult to achieve" and a further fuel duty rise is expected to come on April 1st.Such an impact on personal and business finances could lead more people to consider alternative fuel vehicles and reduce or eliminate reliance on petrol and diesel.Posted by Emily Thomas Find out how the Energy Saving Trust can help you manage your fleet
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