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<p>An increasing number of drivers are &#8220;running on empty&#8221; due to high petrol and diesel costs.</p>
<p>Breakdown service Green Flag reported a 40% increase in the number of fuel-related call-outs in the second half of January, compared with the same period last month.</p>
<p>A survey by the company shows 48% of drivers had been dangerously close to empty or broke down before reaching the pumps at some point in their lifetime.</p>
<p>More than a third of these incidents occurred in the last three months during a period when the price of petrol at the pumps has reached record levels.</p>
<p>The poll also shows that more than 30% of drivers have cut down on their motoring to offset rising fuel prices.</p>
<p>But only 4% have taken up car-sharing and only 6% have bought a more fuel-efficient car.</p>
<p>Of the 2,110 adults surveyed, those from Northern Ireland had the most fuel-related breakdowns, while younger drivers (aged 18-34) were the ones most likely to run out of petrol.</p>
<p>Dan Robinson, head of Green Flag, said: &#8220;There is no hiding from the fact that the constant rises in fuel are affecting drivers nationwide, with almost half now driving on empty.</p>
<p>&#8220;For most, driving is a necessity rather than a choice and despite Government speculation about stability, high fuel prices are here to stay, placing pressure on the motorist&#8217;s pocket.</p>
<p>&#8220;We encourage motorists to become more vigilant about filling up to ensure they are not left stranded. It&#8217;s as simple as keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before setting off, no matter if it&#8217;s a short trip or a long journey.&#8221;</p>
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