Who's on the Right Side of the Road Now?
Brits change habits to save gasoline; Americans don't
Starting in 2008, new drivers in Britain will be tested not only on the
anxiety-producing three-point turn, but also on their ability to drive in a
manner that conserves gasoline. The country hopes to produce a new generation
of eco-aware motorists who accelerate and brake smoothly and change gears
early to save fuel. Other countries have instituted similar initiatives, like
the Netherlands, which estimates that savvy drivers can cut fuel use by nearly
a third. It's almost like they take their effect on the environment seriously.
Meanwhile, in the U.S., whining about gas prices is still on the rise, but so
is demand for gas, as most Americans are still financially able to handle
prices at the pump. Economists suggest gas prices would have to be high for
several years for people to adjust their gas-guzzling habits -- especially
without a drivers' ed teacher nagging them from the passenger seat.
straight to the source: The Guardian, Juliette Jowit, 30 Apr 2006
straight to the source: The Wall Street Journal, Jeffrey Ball, 01 May 2006
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