In my last post, I wrote that the majority of people don’t care about the cost of fuel. I even gave a few personal observances to back up my position. In regard to the region I live in, I stand by my assertion. Around here it looks like it always has.
However, based on some media reports, things at the national level are changing. This as the price of gas has passed the $4/gallon average in 11 states. $4/gallon seems to be the point at which many believe that the nation’s attitude would change. Based on what I’ve been reading, it seems that that is starting to take place.
Here’s what CNN reports in regard to driving habits:
- March figures show steepest decline in driving since 1942
- Compared with last year, drivers have logged 11 billion fewer miles, the DOT says
- Americans planned to drive less over Memorial Day weekend, AAA reports
- Public transportation ridership on rise, in part because of gas prices, group says
What are you seeing in your area? Are people riding bikes or walking more? What about public transportation – does it seem like ridership has increased?
