A fine fine?

[Martin Cassini]

In today’s Metro: North Lincs Council is slapping £20 fines on motorists who leave their engines running while parked up. The ABD (Association of British Drivers) says “it’s a ridiculous money-making scam”. I disagree. I think it’s high time, but I’d introduce incentives. The usual culprits are bus and truck drivers who don’t pay for the fuel they so wantonly burn. I’d give bonuses or prizes for returning low fuel consumption figures. It would also encourage smoother driving, reducing the stress and increasing the economy of bus journeys.

[Luke Briner]

I've thought of this. A great idea since there is currently no incentive for people not paying for fuel to drive sensibly. However, this is also the sort of idea that although making great sense, requires companies to think outside the box and no doubt will be considered unfair for the person who has to make loads of shorter journeys compared to motorways. Would be good though!