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As we’ve watched gas prices escalate steadily in the past few years, many have debated the magical price point that will motivate motorists to change their driving habits.
According to a recent survey by the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA), nearly six in 10 respondents have already changed their behaviors.
One-third of those surveyed said $3 per gallon would trigger (or has triggered changes), and another 32 percent said they would significantly change their behavior if gas prices reach $4 per gallon.
When asked how driving habits have changed, 90 percent said they are driving less and 75 percent said they are doing a better job of maintaining their vehicles.
Other changes include carpooling more (31 percent), purchasing more fuel-efficient vehicles (30 percent) and using public transportation (24 percent).
Interviews were conducted online with 500 people, 21 years or older, who are responsible for purchasing fuel, maintenance and repairs on the vehicle they drive. According to Opinion Research Corp., the company that conducted the survey, the data was weighted according to gender, age and geographic region. The maximum error range is plus or minus four points at a 95 percent confidence level.
Source: National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE
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