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IN BRIEF

  • Australians facing financial hardship are the most likely to change travel habits as fuel costs climb.
  • Many Australians who switched transport modes during the fuel spike may not return to driving.

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Lower-income households feeling the pressure

A blurry image of a silver train next to a platform and travelling fast
The study found Australians experiencing financial hardship were more likely to change their travel habits.

More Australians considering active alternatives

Price hikes driving long-term change
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