This report explores in detail motorists' attitudes, actions and priorities with regard to their vehicles, the road network, government transport policy and the effects of the recession on their everyday motoring lives in 2009 and beyond. It is based on the results of research from a sample of 1109 British motorists. A number of key findings are discussed including a focus on immediate financial issues and the reduction of car use at the expense of consideration of bigger issues such as the environment. There was increasing support for public transport as an alternative if it could be improved. Young drivers were more environmentally friendly, more at risk from in-car distractions but less knowledgeable about the dangers of drink and drug driving. Half of respondents were walking more often and three quarters shopping around for car insurance. Cost-cutting also meant more people attempting their own repairs, however, or increasing the period between services. The majority of motorists felt that the condition of roads was deteriorating and whilst they supported most traffic management schemes they were often opposed to speed cameras. Most motorists were unaware of the new carbon dioxide related road tax bands.
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