In the July/August 2005 issue of VIA magazine, CSAA CEO Jim Pouliot asked members for their input on several long-term supply and demand issues that affect the price of gasoline, and where they would like to see AAA focus its advocacy efforts going forward. Hundreds of members responded by taking the Online Gas Survey, and here are the results.
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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: |
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| 4. Which of the following types of vehicles do you personally use as your primary passenger vehicle? |
| Compact Sedan |
40% |
| Full-size sedan |
16% |
| Light truck |
14% |
| SUV |
14% |
| Minivan |
5% |
| Sports Car |
4% |
| Other |
7% |
| Do not own or lease a vehicle |
1% |
| 5. In a typical week, how many miles do you drive? |
| Mean # miles: |
170.7 |
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