Survey: Price-savvy motorists shop around for best fuel prices

MOTORISTS are getting more price-conscious as the recession bites into their disposable income, with three-quarters of all drivers now shopping around when buying fuel, according to the National Consumer Agency, (NCA).

Research commissioned by the NCA also shows many owners taking deliberate measures to improve fuel efficiency.

For example, half of all motorists are combining trips in their vehicles in order to cut down on motoring costs. Women drivers and motorists aged 45-54 are more likely to plan their journey in such a manner.