VMT

As Gas Prices Drop, VMT Rises

Sightline's Clark Williams-Derry looks at low gas prices, a down economy, and vehicle-miles-traveled, noting that the precipitous declines in VMT have halted, and suspects it may plateau.

February 27, 2009 - WorldChanging

1/3 Fewer Auto Deaths, Thanks to Rising Gas Prices

Escalating gas prices are depressing, but look on the bright side: a new study shows that they may reduce annual traffic deaths by as much as one-third.

July 19, 2008 - Associated Press via Yahoo News

Gas Prices Surge, Transit Ridership Jumps, VMT Drops

As gas prices inch beyond $4 a gallon, transit trips increase by 3.3% for the first quarter of the year and vehicle miles traveled drop 4.3% in March.

June 3, 2008 - The Washington Post

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