quote:Originally posted by KarlEd: Most people wouldn't even consider them until faced with $4/gallon prices.
Just wanted to jump in and disagree on this particular point... the Toyota Prius, in particular, has been insanely popular, despite the fact that Toyota has a car with comparable capacity *and gas mileage* for about $10k less.
Even with the recent expensive gas, most hybrids, thus far, have not been cost effective over their alternatives for the projected ownership of the car.
Posts: 3846 | Registered: Apr 2004
| IP: Logged |
posted
True, but that while economically a poor choice, the truth is still that you use less gas, and put out fewer emissions with the same gas, as 90% of the vehicles on the road today.
I consider it a good citizen tax (which I realize is not affordable to all people, therefore, people who can't afford/have diffferent vehicle needs aren't bad citizens).
posted
The House eliminated it, but they still have to work out a deal with the Senate. In the end I don't think it will pass. This exact same thing has happened in the past what, 3 years? The House always knocks it down.
I'd be surprised if it passed.
Posts: 21898 | Registered: Nov 2004
| IP: Logged |
Printer-friendly view of this topic
