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Rising fuel prices tempting London drivers to cycle, survey suggests

Deniz Huseyin
28 May 2026
 

Nearly one in three London drivers say they are either cycling more or seriously considering it due to rising petrol prices, according to research conducted for Lime.

A survey of 1,000 London adults found that 15% would switch to cycling if petrol prices continue to rise while 44% of Londoners aged 18–34s are already cycling more or considering it.

The survey for electric bike business firm Lime was carried out by market research firm Opinium.

UK drivers have paid an extra £2bn in...

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