U.S. Driving Less

Americans drove 53.2 billion fewer miles in the past nine months than they did in a comparable period a year ago. What do you think?

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  “This is a message for the auto companies that they need to be building cars that are bigger and more fun.”

  Ruth Steinem –
  Systems Analyst

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  “I've definitely driven a billion miles less than last year. Well, more like 800 million.”

  Sam Pollard –
  Spot Welder

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  “You know what? I bet that has something to do with high gas prices. Has anyone looked into that?”

  Ray Pettibon –
  3-D Modeler