International Journal of Business and Economics Volume 24, No. 3 December, 2025

Environmental Responsibility of Passenger Car Users: Eco-Driving for a Greener Tomorrow

David Arokiaraj

Management Studies, Al Tareeqah Management Studies, United Arab Emirates

Abstract

A recent study by the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA) specified that vehicle users generated 70% of pollution through tailpipe emissions, reducing air quality. These tailpipe emissions create serious environmental problems that can be suppressed by driving an environmentally friendly vehicle. This study aims to recognise the role of ecological knowledge, attitude, and intention in the eco-friendly driving behaviour of Passenger Car Users (PCU). The literature suggests that environmental attitudes and intentions are formulated into environmentally friendly behaviour. The eco-friendly driving practice can reduce up to 35 percent of petrol and gas consumption and 96% of accident rates, stress levels, mishap percentages, and roadblocks during rush hours. Gathered primary data from specific areas in Chennai to assess eco-friendly driving behaviour among 400 car users, using a Likert scale and applying statistical analyses including multiple regression and Structural Equation Model. Thus, following and practising eco-friendly driving behaviour is essential to control emissions and fuel consumption to improve environmental protection and human health.

Keywords：Eco-friendly Behaviour, Environment, Structural Equation Modelling, Tailpipe Emission, Automobile

JEL Classifications：Q01, R41, M31, R41

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