Fifty-seven percent of those people responding to a Business Ledger online survey are already curtailing their driving because of high gasoline prices. Brand loyalty has also gone by the boards, say 79 percent of the 217 responding, in that they will search for lower grade or discounted gas.
Are you taking steps to combat high gas prices, either personally or in driving for work?
Yes (76%) 167
No (22%) 49
Do you search for low prices or sacrifice brand loyalty for lower grade or discounted gasoline?
Yes (79%) 173
No (19%) 43
At what price point would you seriously curtail your driving?
More than $5.00 (11%) 26
$5.00 (8%) 19
$4.50 (10%) 22
$4.00 (10%) 23
I am already curtailing my driving (57%) 125
If gas prices continue to climb, would you consider moving closer to your job?
Yes (22%) 49
No (76%) 165
At what rate per mile does your employer pay in gas reimbursement? (The IRS standard is [Article].50 per mile)
$.50 or over (33%) 73
Between $.40 and $.49 (18%) 41
Between $.30 and $.39 (6%) 15
$.29 or less (1%) 4
Self-employed or no reimbursement (37%) 81