30 Nov 2011 NEW REPORT MAKES YOU THINK ABOUT FUEL USAGE
Author: maureen |  Category: General
The RAC has offered a new report that says the UK roads will see an increase of 4 million cars by 2035. It may seem like a long ways off, but it is already 2011, almost 2012 which seems to have come upon us rather quickly. One minute it is the 90s and next we are into a new decade of the new millennium. Four million cars may also seem like a small number compared to the amount of vehicles already on the roads and the number of people in the world, but consider the congestion there already is on roads now. Four million cars will increase traffic volume by 43 per cent, especially in the East Midlands according to the report.

The RAC stated that the Government needs to consider these new numbers and stop reducing transportation investment due to recession. These new numbers make it clear that transportation changes need to be made in order to account for the expected increase over the next several years.

About 96 road schemes have already been cut, but the RAC believes that these schemes or at least new schemes should be considered in order to avoid issues down the road. Of course, the amount of cars that could be on the roads in a couple of years also means there will be an increase of fuel usage and pollution.

For fleets that have yet to upgrade to “greener” vehicles now may be the time to consider what exists and what may exist in a few years. Fuel usage is set on increasing if the number of cars also increases. Oil is already starting to slow down in production and reserves will eventually dry up if there is not enough oil to dig up. It can mean an increase in fuel prices.

We have already struggled with increased prices throughout this year and expect further struggles for the next year. For those who want to be proactive with rising fuel costs, there is a chance to compare fuel cards in order to save a little money. It may not be millions saved, but it will be significant to help your business. Any fleet company can find a savings and the more vehicles you have in your fleet the more you can save. It is important to find as much savings as possible to last several more decades in business.

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