Australians Maintain Driving Habits Amid Rising Petrol Prices

Australia's competition and consumer commission (ACCC) is closely monitoring petrol prices amid Middle East tensions, as reports indicate that despite rising fuel costs, Australians in major cities are not significantly reducing driving or increasing public transport use.

24 Mar, 04:03 — 24 Mar, 04:03

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The GuardianMostly Factual163d ago

Petrol prices are rising, but Australians don’t appear to be driving less or taking public transport more – yet

Vehicle numbers on key Sydney and Melbourne roads have held steady, as calls grow for free or cheaper public transport to encourage people to drive less Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Australians appear to have kept driving despite soaring petrol prices, as calls grow for free or discounted public transport to help people save fuel and get off the road. Traffic and public transport usage are holding steady,...

By Luca Ittimani and Penry Buckley

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Australians Maintain Driving Habits Amid Rising Petrol Prices

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Petrol prices are rising, but Australians don’t appear to be driving less or taking public transport more – yet

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