Men 'more likely to slow down' to save fuel

Date: 15/6/2010

Men are more likely than women to slow down to conserve fuel.

According to a study, 45 per cent of males stated they would reduce their speed in order to save petrol, but just 37 per cent of females would do the same.

The Environmental Transport Association - an ethical motoring establishment and sustainable lobby group - carried out the poll, which revealed six-in-ten males would drive less to reduce motoring costs.

Director at the organisation Andrew Davis stated: "Since women do fewer miles and are far more likely to keep to the speed limit than men, arguably they are the greener drivers."

However, he added that everyone can enjoy the environmental and financial benefits that come with leaving the car at home.

The study also showed females are 23 per cent more likely to combine car journeys to reduce their overall mileage.

This is known as travel-blending and is one of the most effective methods of reducing the environmental impact of driving.

Earlier this month, Ford launched a new service designed to help consumers slash their fuels bills and the components that influence fuel use will be examined in the Econo Check package.

Posted by Mary Treen