Pedal power winning over petrolheads

BICYCLE sales outstripped those of motor vehicles for the eighth consecutive year in 2007, according to figures to be released today. Cycling Promotion Fund policy adviser Elliot Fishman said petrol-price-sensitive commuters and the health-conscious were driving the trend, with about 269,000 more bikes sold last year than in 2006. Overall, 1.47 million bikes were bought last year, a lead of 41% on car sales, which topped 1 million.

Age 7 Jan 2008