Comments on: Plunging gas prices changing driving habits?

By: Jascha

Jascha — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:52:48 +0000

I celebrate the lower gas prices here in CA by taking out my Porsche for joy rides and track days. At least my car gets about 18 miles to the gallon compared to other sports cars.

By: Kim in Staten Island

Kim in Staten Island — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:50:20 +0000

Plunging gas prices haven’t changed my driving too much since I drive mainly out of necessity. What they have made me realize is how fragile our dependance is on foreign fuel and how we failed to get the message in the 70’s, the last time there was a fuel crisis. The rapid drop in costs has also made me realize how ignorant I am about fuel markets since I have no clue as to why I was paying 4.50 per gallon for something in August that now costs about 2.00 per gallon. They didn’t make it any better than it was and I now know that the source is limited. Shouldn’t it have stayed the same or continued to rise?

By: Steve in Las Vegas,NV

Steve in Las Vegas,NV — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:49:10 +0000

I have always combined all my errands into 1 trip to save gas. Also I take the bus whenever I feel it is the most effective way to get there.

Las Vegas has one of the best mass transit systems around and I use it when I go out. Especially at night and paking is a issue. Where can you get there and relax, not stressed out from all the crazy drivers.....Mass transit!!

You can't beat the bus for price..And the best thing is not worrying about parking.

By: Kim SI

Kim SI — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:49:01 +0000

Plunging gas prices haven't changed my driving too much since I drive mainly out of necessity. What they have made me realize is how fragile our dependance is on foreign fuel and how we failed to get the message in the 70's, the last time there was a fuel crisis. The rapid drop in costs has also made me realize how ignorant I am about fuel markets since I have no clue as to why I was paying 4.50 per gallon for something in August that now costs about 2.00 per gallon. They didn't make it any better than it was and I now know that the source is limited. Shouldn't it have stayed the same or continued to rise?

By: Laurieann Petker-Huffman Willits, CA

Laurieann Petker-Huffman Willits, CA — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:48:15 +0000

It hasn't changed anything...still greatly conserving. If we consume more because of the dropping prices, demand goes up pushing the cost up again...plain and simple! Thank you Jack...

By: Sandy

Sandy — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:48:05 +0000

I wish cities and towns would build more sidewalks and bicycle paths. That way you can improve the health of Americans by having us engage in more exercise and we could decrease our carbon footprints. The main reason I don't walk or bicycle a lot is due car traffic.

By: Shiva S

Shiva S — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:48:01 +0000

There's no guarantee that gas prices would stay low for ever. Having learned some good habits [driving only when needed], it's better to stick to those habits and try to save some money in the process. Many of us are losing a lot of money in the market. Let us at least save some money towards gas expenses.

By: Eric Curry

Eric Curry — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:46:48 +0000

The speed at which gas prices are dropping will never compare to how high and quickly they have risen in the past, and could in the future. Why should we base our energy policy on such a fickle resource controlled by questionable factors? That would make as much sense as basing our economic policy on the presumption that banks would protect their shareholders (Famous last words from Alan Greenspan).

By: Brian

Brian — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:43:16 +0000

I would say I'm pleased to see gas prices drop to a level they were back in March of 2005. Driving back and forth to work when gas was over $4.00 was nearly a monthly mortgage payment for me. Since gas prices have dropped it seems as though I have a new sense of freedom. Luckily enough I don’t have a gas guzzler so I might as well keep this vehicle until the wheels fall off since no credit will be available anytime soon.

Brian in NC

By: Wilson, Los Angeles

Wilson, Los Angeles — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:43:09 +0000

Jack, we have seen the reverse side of this trend before when gas prices surged beyond the reach of many Americans.I am not going to fall for this trick.I am keeping all the adjustments I made with regards to my transportation needs