Has ULEZ affected you?
Bikesure study shows interesting results
London could see twice as many motorcycles in the future, according to a recent survey by Bikesure.
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insurance company questioned 1,000 Londoners about their travel plans in light of the new Ultra Emissions Zone (ULEZ). Among its key findings was that there had been a 141% increase in the use of motorcycles, mopeds and scooters as Londoners have begun opting for lower-emission vehicles.
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What is ULEZ?
ULEZ fees came into force on 8th April 2019. It specifies that anyone who is using a vehicle which does not meet Euro 3 standards has to pay a £12.50 a day fee. Unlike the Congestion Charge Zone, the fees apply to motorcyclists as well as other vehicle users.
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3.7% of the survey participants had been motorcycle, moped or scooter owners before ULEZ. Now, 8.8% said they were changing to a low-emission powered-two-wheeler to avoid having to pay the fees.
33% of the survey’s respondents said that due to the new charges, they would no longer be able to afford to commute using their own vehicle. Over 80% said they had either already changed their mode of transport or were considering doing so.
But while 44.6% of respondents said they were frustrated by the new fees, 47% are happy with it. It is also more accepted within central parts of London, where the rate of people willing to give up their vehicle is much higher.
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