[Carfreeliving] AAA unscientific poll on gas prices: supports transit

[Brinkman, Cheryl]

And yet politicians think that advocating increased fuel efficiency is
political suicide.  Some disconnect.  And what the hell is the 5% thinking?

Improved fuel-efficiency standards for cars/trucks
(Member Comments) 	Favor: 95% 	Oppose: 5%
 

-----Original Message-----
From: Jason Henderson [mailto:jhenders at sbcglobal.net] 
Sent: Monday, October 10, 2005 1:37 PM
To: Carfree Living
Subject: [Carfreeliving] AAA unscientific poll on gas prices: supports
transit

While not "scientific" in statistics speak, this is interesting 
nonetheless. Basically AAA members were asked how they were responding 
to gas price increases. Many said they were driving less, walking more, 
and supported expanding public transit. And opposed AAA lobbying to 
drill in the Arctic. Since my formatting is off, the link is pasted 
below. -jh

http://www.csaa.com/global/articledetail/0,1403,1004020100%257C5503,00.html

Online Gas Survey Results

1. Which of the following best describes your feelings about the recent 
rise in gas prices?
Not at all annoyed 	22%
Somewhat annoyed 	32%
Very annoyed 	46%

2. How, if at all, have rising gas prices affected your travel habits?
Drive less 	58%
Have purchased or plan to purchase a more fuel-efficient vehicle 	29%
No changes made 	20%
Walk more 	20%
Use public transit more often 	15%
Carpool more often 	13%
Bike more 	12%
Other 	15%

3. For many years, AAA has advocated on behalf of its members on 
automotive and transportation issues. Please indicate if you would favor 
or oppose AAA advocating for the following:
   	Favor 	Oppose
Improved fuel-efficiency standards for cars/trucks
(Member Comments) 	95% 	5%
Development of alternative fuels such as hydrogen
(Member Comments) 	94% 	6%
Expanded public transit options
(Member Comments) 	89% 	11%
Increased oil exploration and drilling
(Member Comments) 	40% 	60%
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Jason Henderson
San Francisco CA
(415)-255-8136
jhenders at sbcglobal.net