Fuelcard News Automotive Updates: Nearly a quarter of drivers would not go for green

People in the UK may not be convinced by the cars of the future, suggests new research  showing that 23 per cent would not consider buying or driving an eco friendly vehicle.

The online poll commissioned by the 2010 Bridgestone Eco Rally has also shown that 42 per cent of motorists believe electric and hydrogen-powered cars and motorbikes would be a hassle to fill up or charge.

The poll has also revealed 37 per cent think that low or zero-emission vehicles would be too expensive to buy and 17 per cent believe that they would be too expensive to run.

TV motoring journalist and Eco Rallies driver, Quentin Wilson said: “These stats prove that there is a lot of confusion and myth about green cars, particularly about range cost and performance.”

“The biggest challenge is getting people to drive these cars. Once they do, all doubts evaporate.”

“We are keen to demonstrate at the Bridgestone Eco Rally that sustainable motoring really has hit the mainstream. “

“For motorists who want cheaper fuel and energy choices this is the only event in the world that showcases just how clever, usable and desirable green cars have become.”

In other news, Linamar, a car components plant near Swansea, is to close with the loss of 200 jobs.

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