Graphic Of The Day: Americans Driving Less
by John Laumer, Philadelphia 
on 04. 3.08
The last four months represent the first period since the 1980 gas crisis that there was a reduction in cumulative miles driven by US citizens.
The next one, the graphic we really want to see, is 'Americans Driving More Efficient Cars.' Although when you drive less, the car can last longer.
Via::Christian Science Monitor
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When I was shopping for my new-to-me car, I was amused by the lots full of SUVs and trucks and almost devoid of small, fuel-efficient cars. It took me almost two months to find the car I wanted (a Scion xA), and even then I had to put two offers on it because somebody else wanted it as well.
Now let's institute a gas tax, and watch that sucker REALLY dip.
It's a source of joy for me to go into town and see so many people riding their bikes nowadays. Not even a week ago I saw people riding their bikes around in 35° weather in a northern Michigan town. It's nice.
Wow. Look at that. A tiny dip in consumption from its all-time high.
Why is it that Americans are now driving twice as much as in 1980?