Cost of motoring to force a third of drivers on foot
More than a third of drivers may ditch the car and go on foot to stave off the escalating cost of motoring this year.
The survey from roadside assistance and warranty experts Mondial Assistance UK found that 35% would try to walk more to help save money.
However in contrast, 42% of respondents don’t intend to change how often they use the car.
Lee Taylor, Automotive Director for Mondial Assistance UK, believes a warranty could help money worries.
He explained: “At a time when we all need to take a belt and braces approach to managing our finances, motorists should seriously consider the value of a used car warranty.
“People may discount taking out a warranty because they think their car is too old or has too many miles on the clock, but the reality is that many manufacturers have extended the benefits of their warranty schemes to cover such cars at extremely affordable prices.
“Indeed, many of these schemes can actually be paid for on a pay as you go basis. Owners can specify the level of cover they need, with variable claim excesses, providing true financial flexibility.”
“Whilst the survey findings suggest that a good proportion of people want to cut back on their motoring miles, the majority of people are likely to carry on motoring in their usual fashion, which offers some reflection of consumer confidence, as well as being great news for the UK motor industry.”
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