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Fair Fuel UK Motorists Survey - Greener fuel wanted!

  • Jul 11, 2018
  • 1 min read

Key findings:

  • 70.4% are potentially willing to pay more for fuel which is better for the environment

  • 88.4% of those said they were prepared to pay up to 5p per litre more (51.5% said up to 2p)

  • Of those not currently driving an Eelectric Vehicle, only 0.1% said they planned their next vehicle to be an EV

  • Of those currently driving an EV, only 5.5% would buy another as their next vehicle, it seems most would revert back to petrol or diesel

  • Most motorists seem to be planning to stick with the vehicle type they currently have

  • 62% of petrol drivers said their emissions concerned them ‘a lot’ or ‘a little’. This is higher than the % of diesel drivers concerned by it.

  • Only about 42% of petrol or petrol hybrid drivers are aware of E5 petrol currently in the UK

  • 93.8% think any proposal to ban petrol/diesel sales by 2030 is wrong

  • 94.3% of car drivers think the Government is ignoring existing practical solutions to lower emissions

  • 97.2% of car drivers think the Government should be investigating these solutions


 
 
 

2 Comments


Divya S
Divya S
Aug 06

This survey provides valuable insights into motorists' views on greener fuels and future vehicle choices. Alongside cleaner fuel options, using high-quality Gasoline Engine Oils can help improve engine efficiency, reduce friction, and support lower emissions in petrol vehicles. Combining the right fuel with proper engine maintenance is an important step toward more sustainable driving.

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Kuishan Zhang
Kuishan Zhang
Aug 18, 2025

The Fair Fuel UK survey highlights that motorists increasingly want greener fuel options to reduce emissions and improve efficiency. While adopting cleaner fuels, it’s essential to avoid mistakes like using the wrong fuel, which can damage engines and increase repair costs. Professional services like Wrong Fuel in Car offer expert wrong fuel drain solutions, safely removing contaminated fuel and restoring performance. Drivers across the UK can quickly book assistance via wrong-fuel-in-car.co.uk, ensuring minimal downtime. By combining greener fuel choices with proper fuel management and access to corrective services, vehicle owners can contribute to a cleaner environment, maintain engine health, and enjoy reliable performance while embracing sustainable motoring solutions.

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