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Author Craig K. Allison & Neville A. Stanton |
| Abstract Previous research has suggested that fuel usage and emissions can be dramatically reduced should drivers engage in fuel efficient driving practices, commonly referred to as eco-driving. Despite eco-driving being a popular topic for both academic literature and online communities, questions remain regarding whether there are fundamental differences in eco-driving compared to standard driving practices, or whether eco-drivers are repeating standard behaviour more consistently. To address this question, an online questionnaire was developed exploring the extent to which drivers, both those who considered themselves to be eco-drivers and those who did not follow behaviours associated with eco-driving. Results suggest that not only are fuel-efficient driving behaviours known to a greater percentage of the eco-drivers, but also the majority of known fuel-efficient driving behaviours are followed with a significant greater regularity by eco-drivers. Results support the idea that regular drivers need to be made aware of different fuel-efficient driving techniques, and also need assistance to make these behaviours habitual. Future research is also discussed. |
