Despite months of rising fuel costs, German drivers are not significantly reducing their car usage. As prices approach two euros per litre, questions arose about potential changes in driving behaviour. An analysis of data by DER SPIEGEL reveals that Germans are continuing to use their vehicles at similar rates. The sustained usage suggests a reluctance to alter routines despite the financial strain. This challenges the expectation that increased prices would automatically lead to decreased demand for driving. Further analysis is needed to understand the long-term effects of consistently high fuel costs on transportation patterns in Germany.