[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/uk-motorist-survey\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/uk-motorist-survey\/","headline":"Survey reveals 1 in 5 would own an autonomous car","name":"Survey reveals 1 in 5 would own an autonomous car","description":"With the impending doom of diesel, rise of autonomous technology and the government’s plan to ban petrol and diesel vehicles by 2040, it’s safe to say we are currently going through the biggest motoring shake-up in our lifetime. So, with that in mind, are we ready to ditch our petrol powered cars for something alternatively fueled or even self-driving?\u00a0 According to a survey conducted by Aviva\u00a0on in-car technology and innovations in motoring, 1 in 5 drivers would buy a self-driving […]","datePublished":"2017-09-04","dateModified":"2017-09-05","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/feature-3.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/feature-3.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/uk-motorist-survey\/","about":["BLOG"],"wordCount":524,"keywords":["autonomous car","Autonomous vehicle","electric car","EV","hybrid","motoring"],"articleBody":"With the impending doom of diesel, rise of autonomous technology and the government’s plan to ban petrol and diesel vehicles by 2040, it’s safe to say we are currently going through the biggest motoring shake-up in our lifetime. So, with that in mind, are we ready to ditch our petrol powered cars for something alternatively fueled or even self-driving?\u00a0According to a survey conducted by Aviva\u00a0on in-car technology and innovations in motoring, 1 in 5 drivers would buy a self-driving car as their next car.The survey, which collected data from over 2000 UK drivers, gives us an overall view of how we perceive the incoming changes and whether we’re ready to move away from our fossil fuel powered cars?According to the survey:68% still plan to choose petrol power for their next car21% are expected to buy a diesel powered car10% are willing to buy a hybridOnly 2% plan to get a fully electric car *With an underwhelming 12% of people who are willing to purchase hybrid or electric, we think it’s safe to say that we aren’t quite ready for change for the time being.As for the other 88%, the table below explains their reasons on why they wouldn’t consider a hybrid or electric for their next car:Reasons for not considering an electric \/hybrid vehicle for next purchase:%High purchase price55%Limited range44%Length of time to charge39%Fear of being stranded33%Performance compared to petrol\/diesel vehicles19%It’s clear to see that the main issues are around the battery, limited range, charge length and fear of being stranded are all issues surrounding the battery. With electric and hybrid technology improving by the day, I’m sure we will see these figures starting to decline.Autonomous carsWe are getting closer and closer to autonomous technology, with most new cars nowadays coming with a certain level of self-driving features, and 74% of motorists using in-car tech or gadgets while driving.\u00a0But how do we feel about owning a completely autonomous car?Reasons for not wanting to use adriverless vehicle:Reasons for wanting to use a driverlessvehicle:I would rather be in control42%I think that roads will be safer49%I wouldn\u2019t trust the tech41%I will be able to do other things while travelling26%I don\u2019t understand enough about them9%It\u2019s an exciting development in tech18%I\u2019d be concerned about being on the roads with non-driverless cars7%I don\u2019t like driving7%Following this intriguing survey, the Head of Digital Innovation Operations of Aviva had the following to say:\u201cAs with any new technology, there is some nervousness about driverless cars, but many drivers admit this is because they don\u2019t know enough about them, so any concerns will inevitably wane over time. Technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, so it will be fascinating to see whether consumer adoption will match.\u201d *Due to rounding, percentages associated with different vehicle types (for next purchases) total 101%.For more info on Aviva and their article on the tech that’s making our roads safer, head over to\u00a0www.aviva.co.uk\/car-insurance\/motor-advice\/safe-driving"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Survey reveals 1 in 5 would own an autonomous car","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/uk-motorist-survey\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]