The survey, conducted in May and involving a – for Luxembourgish standards – substantial sample size of 6,742 members, has injected a significant element of concern into the pre-election discourse surrounding mobility in Luxembourg. What emerges is a notable disparity between the visions of road users and the prevailing political emphasis on an all-electric future.
A striking 94% of respondents, representing nearly the entirety of ACL’s membership base, believe that policymakers should accord greater significance to mobility-related issues. Furthermore, six out of ten respondents assert that the consideration given to mobility concerns will have either a ‘definitive’ or ‘likely’ impact on their voting choices.
ACL President Yves Wagner pointed out, “it’s interesting to observe that the concerns of our members appear to be largely absent from the candidates’ platforms. The disparity between the two perspectives gives the impression that they live in two different worlds, which is undeniably disheartening.”
Topping the list of priorities, with an overwhelming 86% of support, is the provision of additional Park and Ride (P+R) parking capacity.
Another significant expectation, shared by 78% of respondents, is the need for a more pronounced focus on awareness, information, and training initiatives for road users. The ACL is seen as a pivotal advocate in championing these concerns on behalf of motorists.
The ACL President stated that he did not expect the substantial support (78%) among ACL members for promoting eco-responsible alternatives beyond electric mobility. This includes synthetic fuels, hydrogen, and second-generation biofuels, among others.
ACL Director Jean-Claude Juchem, meanwhile, was pleasantly surprised to find that 75% of ACL members favoured the development of additional public transport services to alleviate traffic congestion on Luxembourg’s roads. Notably, this support comes from a pool of respondents that includes 80% car drivers and 63% pedestrians, with 31% of them reporting regular use of public transport.
The survey also highlights strong backing (62%) for the consistent expansion of remote work. Additionally, there is notable support (55%) for car-sharing initiatives.
According to Juchem, the survey underscores an overall desire for “a diversified approach to mobility and energy solutions.” In the eyes of the ACL director, it is also evident that respondents wish to retain their personal vehicles.
While political discourse and electoral proposals often advocate various mobility-related projects, a significant portion of ACL members diverge from these views.
In a notable departure from prevailing trends, Wagner observes a palpable weariness among people regarding past years’ enforcement-oriented policies. “People are fed up with the policy of repression,” he remarks, “people are fed up with speed cameras and 30 km/h zones. Enough is enough!”
Survey data validates this sentiment. It shows that a mere 48% of ACL members endorse the idea of increasing the number of speed cameras on perilous roads in Luxembourg, while a similar 46% express support for expanding “30 km/h zones” in urban and residential areas.
In addition, the promotion of electromobility remains a contentious issue, with less than half of respondents embracing the concept. Only 41% believe that public investment in electromobility infrastructure should be increased.
The proposal to mandate charging point installations in all new constructions finds favour with just 47% of those surveyed, and only half of these supporters advocate increased state funding for these installations.
Likewise, investments in cycling infrastructure receive the endorsement of only 46% of respondents.
Finally, four in ten motorists express a willingness to embrace the ‘polluter pays’ principle, which entails taxing consumption and CO2 emissions more comprehensively.
