The rising price of fuel is forcing many Brits to reduce the number of car journeys they are taking, a motoring survey has revealed.
Caravan and tow car owners will be among those most affected, as 80 per cent of British drivers have changed their driving behaviour over the past year, according to the study by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM).
Furthermore, more than 38 per cent said they were making fewer journeys altogether – a trend that could possibly lead to a decline in caravan holidays.
Neil Greig, director of policy and research at the IAM, said: “The days of cruising the motorway at 80mph, regardless of the cost, are over. With rocketing fuel prices it is clear that drivers are changing their behaviour.”
The IAM’s tips for driving more efficiently include regularly checking tyre pressure, removing unnecessary weight and avoiding using the air conditioning.
