Against car inflation

Against car inflation

Gerhard Lustig wants to evaluate the price increases and restrictions for drivers everywhere and create improvements. Lustig is undoubtedly a man with rough edges who has fought many a battle with the institutions of this republic. When it comes to his new mission, the industry expert and experienced journalist is surprisingly moderate. “This referendum is for a common path and is not directed against anyone, not even against those who demonize driving per se,” he says. “There is no question that measures are needed to combat climate change and that road traffic must also make a contribution here, and I am not a fan of parked city centers either, but many people need their cars because they commute, have children or infirm relatives, have to bring large purchases home or simply want to go on vacation with the family,” said the industry expert.

Your own car has become a luxury item, says Lustig. A survey by the European Association of Automobile Manufacturers places Austria at the top of the EU in a cost comparison: an average of 2,678 euros in taxes and duties are due per vehicle per year in this country, which is second place behind Belgium with 3,187 euros. Neighbor Germany, for example, collects 1,963 euros per vehicle, while Spain, which comes last, makes do with a modest 1,068 euros. At the beginning of the year, Lustig began to forge alliances and mobilize like-minded people around the issue. At the same time, he submitted a request to initiate a referendum. From now on, supporters can sign online at the nearest municipal or municipal office or with a mobile phone signature, card-based citizen card, ID Austria or EU login. Further information can be found on the website www.autovolksbegehren.at