Brits Waste Millions By Driving Alone

Published Date: 9th Mar 2006

Britons are wasting millions of pounds each year in fuel and car insurance premiums because we don't share our cars, according to research from Halifax.

Older drivers are the least likely to car share with only one in every 100 55 to 64-year-olds doing so on a regular basis. In comparison one in three 18 to 24-year-olds shares their car on the way to work.

As well as racking up extra fuel costs the practice of taken un-needed solo journeys also damages the environment and increases car insurance premiums by increasing mileages.

Commenting on the findings, Mike Pickard of Halifax explained: "More and more people are driving to work every day and with an increasing number of vehicles on the roads causing jams, as well as increasing petrol and parking costs, it can be a stressful journey," Mr Pickard said.

"Passengers in the car not only improve your environmental credentials, they can also act as an extra pair of eyes for you, especially in the morning rush hour when traffic is at its heaviest.

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