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The cost of boating just went up. Gas hits all-time high.
"Eisboch" wrote in message
. .. Do you know what cracks me up about some of the various views expressed about fuel prices? It wasn't too many years ago that those with more left leaning political views were concerned about the high consumption rate of gasoline in the USA, it's continued supply and it's artificially low price per gallon compared to the rest of the world. Conservation was preached, encouraged and some even advocated raising the price of gas to force further conservation and the use of smaller, fuel efficient autos in order to reduce demand. Fast forward to today and it seems that the same people are now blaming big business greed and politicians lining their pockets for the natural increase in prices. Can't win. Eisboch The problem with preaching conservation is that the suggested methods usually involve long term solutions. I wonder what would happen if a real president with some balls said the following during one of his TV appearances: "I can fund research until the cows come home, but we might never find solutions which make every type of vehicle more efficient. And, at some point, you have to stop looking for others to find solutions, and volunteer to do the one thing that's inarguably effective. Next time you're ready to buy a car, be honest, and buy based on your real needs. Stop thinking that the only alternative to an SUV is a Ford Focus. Ignore the crap you're being told in the commercials. Is the only reason you bought an SUV that you have a family of 5 and a week's worth of groceries? Wouldn't a van fit your needs equally well? Did you justify the SUV by convincing yourself they were safer, or that you wanted to be able to see over all the other trucks? Did you buy a pickup to haul 3 sheets of plywood just once in the entire time you owned the vehicle? Those aren't reasons. I'm not saying you have to go out and buy a Prius or a Mini-Cooper. But, how about reducing your gas usage by 30%, just by looking at the difference between an SUV and a mini-van? (points to chart with 5 car models shown below) We can't create laws to change your buying habits, and there's nothing I can do about what oil companies charge for fuel. But, you are capable of having a significant impact on how much oil this country uses. If you're not buying a car this year, write to your favorite car manufacturer and tell them what you want to buy when you're ready. If they continue to pile up SUVs at their dealerships, that's their problem, not yours. During WWII, our grandparents planted victory gardens. You can't pick a better car, in order to help this country? Grow up already." Toyota Sequoia SUV: 15/18 mpg Toyota Sienna van: 19/26 mpg Chrysler Town & Country van: 19/26 mpg Ford Crown Victoria: 17/26 mpg Buick Lucerne: 17/28 mpg |
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The cost of boating just went up. Gas hits all-time high.
"JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Eisboch" wrote in message . .. Do you know what cracks me up about some of the various views expressed about fuel prices? It wasn't too many years ago that those with more left leaning political views were concerned about the high consumption rate of gasoline in the USA, it's continued supply and it's artificially low price per gallon compared to the rest of the world. Conservation was preached, encouraged and some even advocated raising the price of gas to force further conservation and the use of smaller, fuel efficient autos in order to reduce demand. Fast forward to today and it seems that the same people are now blaming big business greed and politicians lining their pockets for the natural increase in prices. Can't win. Eisboch The problem with preaching conservation is that the suggested methods usually involve long term solutions. I wonder what would happen if a real president with some balls said the following during one of his TV appearances: "I can fund research until the cows come home, but we might never find solutions which make every type of vehicle more efficient. And, at some point, you have to stop looking for others to find solutions, and volunteer to do the one thing that's inarguably effective. Next time you're ready to buy a car, be honest, and buy based on your real needs. Stop thinking that the only alternative to an SUV is a Ford Focus. Ignore the crap you're being told in the commercials. Is the only reason you bought an SUV that you have a family of 5 and a week's worth of groceries? Wouldn't a van fit your needs equally well? Did you justify the SUV by convincing yourself they were safer, or that you wanted to be able to see over all the other trucks? Did you buy a pickup to haul 3 sheets of plywood just once in the entire time you owned the vehicle? Those aren't reasons. I'm not saying you have to go out and buy a Prius or a Mini-Cooper. But, how about reducing your gas usage by 30%, just by looking at the difference between an SUV and a mini-van? (points to chart with 5 car models shown below) We can't create laws to change your buying habits, and there's nothing I can do about what oil companies charge for fuel. But, you are capable of having a significant impact on how much oil this country uses. If you're not buying a car this year, write to your favorite car manufacturer and tell them what you want to buy when you're ready. If they continue to pile up SUVs at their dealerships, that's their problem, not yours. During WWII, our grandparents planted victory gardens. You can't pick a better car, in order to help this country? Grow up already." Toyota Sequoia SUV: 15/18 mpg Toyota Sienna van: 19/26 mpg Chrysler Town & Country van: 19/26 mpg Ford Crown Victoria: 17/26 mpg Buick Lucerne: 17/28 mpg What is an SUV? My wife drives a 1996 S-10 Blazer. It is smaller than the Sienna van. |
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The cost of boating just went up. Gas hits all-time high.
"Calif Bill" wrote in message
ink.net... "JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Eisboch" wrote in message . .. Do you know what cracks me up about some of the various views expressed about fuel prices? It wasn't too many years ago that those with more left leaning political views were concerned about the high consumption rate of gasoline in the USA, it's continued supply and it's artificially low price per gallon compared to the rest of the world. Conservation was preached, encouraged and some even advocated raising the price of gas to force further conservation and the use of smaller, fuel efficient autos in order to reduce demand. Fast forward to today and it seems that the same people are now blaming big business greed and politicians lining their pockets for the natural increase in prices. Can't win. Eisboch The problem with preaching conservation is that the suggested methods usually involve long term solutions. I wonder what would happen if a real president with some balls said the following during one of his TV appearances: "I can fund research until the cows come home, but we might never find solutions which make every type of vehicle more efficient. And, at some point, you have to stop looking for others to find solutions, and volunteer to do the one thing that's inarguably effective. Next time you're ready to buy a car, be honest, and buy based on your real needs. Stop thinking that the only alternative to an SUV is a Ford Focus. Ignore the crap you're being told in the commercials. Is the only reason you bought an SUV that you have a family of 5 and a week's worth of groceries? Wouldn't a van fit your needs equally well? Did you justify the SUV by convincing yourself they were safer, or that you wanted to be able to see over all the other trucks? Did you buy a pickup to haul 3 sheets of plywood just once in the entire time you owned the vehicle? Those aren't reasons. I'm not saying you have to go out and buy a Prius or a Mini-Cooper. But, how about reducing your gas usage by 30%, just by looking at the difference between an SUV and a mini-van? (points to chart with 5 car models shown below) We can't create laws to change your buying habits, and there's nothing I can do about what oil companies charge for fuel. But, you are capable of having a significant impact on how much oil this country uses. If you're not buying a car this year, write to your favorite car manufacturer and tell them what you want to buy when you're ready. If they continue to pile up SUVs at their dealerships, that's their problem, not yours. During WWII, our grandparents planted victory gardens. You can't pick a better car, in order to help this country? Grow up already." Toyota Sequoia SUV: 15/18 mpg Toyota Sienna van: 19/26 mpg Chrysler Town & Country van: 19/26 mpg Ford Crown Victoria: 17/26 mpg Buick Lucerne: 17/28 mpg What is an SUV? My wife drives a 1996 S-10 Blazer. It is smaller than the Sienna van. You know exactly what I mean. Stick with the example shown, since it is 100% valid in this context. |
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The cost of boating just went up. Gas hits all-time high.
"JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Calif Bill" wrote in message ink.net... "JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Eisboch" wrote in message . .. Do you know what cracks me up about some of the various views expressed about fuel prices? It wasn't too many years ago that those with more left leaning political views were concerned about the high consumption rate of gasoline in the USA, it's continued supply and it's artificially low price per gallon compared to the rest of the world. Conservation was preached, encouraged and some even advocated raising the price of gas to force further conservation and the use of smaller, fuel efficient autos in order to reduce demand. Fast forward to today and it seems that the same people are now blaming big business greed and politicians lining their pockets for the natural increase in prices. Can't win. Eisboch The problem with preaching conservation is that the suggested methods usually involve long term solutions. I wonder what would happen if a real president with some balls said the following during one of his TV appearances: "I can fund research until the cows come home, but we might never find solutions which make every type of vehicle more efficient. And, at some point, you have to stop looking for others to find solutions, and volunteer to do the one thing that's inarguably effective. Next time you're ready to buy a car, be honest, and buy based on your real needs. Stop thinking that the only alternative to an SUV is a Ford Focus. Ignore the crap you're being told in the commercials. Is the only reason you bought an SUV that you have a family of 5 and a week's worth of groceries? Wouldn't a van fit your needs equally well? Did you justify the SUV by convincing yourself they were safer, or that you wanted to be able to see over all the other trucks? Did you buy a pickup to haul 3 sheets of plywood just once in the entire time you owned the vehicle? Those aren't reasons. I'm not saying you have to go out and buy a Prius or a Mini-Cooper. But, how about reducing your gas usage by 30%, just by looking at the difference between an SUV and a mini-van? (points to chart with 5 car models shown below) We can't create laws to change your buying habits, and there's nothing I can do about what oil companies charge for fuel. But, you are capable of having a significant impact on how much oil this country uses. If you're not buying a car this year, write to your favorite car manufacturer and tell them what you want to buy when you're ready. If they continue to pile up SUVs at their dealerships, that's their problem, not yours. During WWII, our grandparents planted victory gardens. You can't pick a better car, in order to help this country? Grow up already." Toyota Sequoia SUV: 15/18 mpg Toyota Sienna van: 19/26 mpg Chrysler Town & Country van: 19/26 mpg Ford Crown Victoria: 17/26 mpg Buick Lucerne: 17/28 mpg What is an SUV? My wife drives a 1996 S-10 Blazer. It is smaller than the Sienna van. You know exactly what I mean. Stick with the example shown, since it is 100% valid in this context. Nope, what is an SUV? The boogey man of the 21st century. Why is it when an SUV type vehicle is in an accident, it is always reported the SUV crashed. But if it is a mini car that crashed into the SUV, it will read SUV involed in accident. The first reporting seems as if the SUV is doing the driving, not a person. |
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#5
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The cost of boating just went up. Gas hits all-time high.
"Calif Bill" wrote in message
link.net... "JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Calif Bill" wrote in message ink.net... "JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Eisboch" wrote in message . .. Do you know what cracks me up about some of the various views expressed about fuel prices? It wasn't too many years ago that those with more left leaning political views were concerned about the high consumption rate of gasoline in the USA, it's continued supply and it's artificially low price per gallon compared to the rest of the world. Conservation was preached, encouraged and some even advocated raising the price of gas to force further conservation and the use of smaller, fuel efficient autos in order to reduce demand. Fast forward to today and it seems that the same people are now blaming big business greed and politicians lining their pockets for the natural increase in prices. Can't win. Eisboch The problem with preaching conservation is that the suggested methods usually involve long term solutions. I wonder what would happen if a real president with some balls said the following during one of his TV appearances: "I can fund research until the cows come home, but we might never find solutions which make every type of vehicle more efficient. And, at some point, you have to stop looking for others to find solutions, and volunteer to do the one thing that's inarguably effective. Next time you're ready to buy a car, be honest, and buy based on your real needs. Stop thinking that the only alternative to an SUV is a Ford Focus. Ignore the crap you're being told in the commercials. Is the only reason you bought an SUV that you have a family of 5 and a week's worth of groceries? Wouldn't a van fit your needs equally well? Did you justify the SUV by convincing yourself they were safer, or that you wanted to be able to see over all the other trucks? Did you buy a pickup to haul 3 sheets of plywood just once in the entire time you owned the vehicle? Those aren't reasons. I'm not saying you have to go out and buy a Prius or a Mini-Cooper. But, how about reducing your gas usage by 30%, just by looking at the difference between an SUV and a mini-van? (points to chart with 5 car models shown below) We can't create laws to change your buying habits, and there's nothing I can do about what oil companies charge for fuel. But, you are capable of having a significant impact on how much oil this country uses. If you're not buying a car this year, write to your favorite car manufacturer and tell them what you want to buy when you're ready. If they continue to pile up SUVs at their dealerships, that's their problem, not yours. During WWII, our grandparents planted victory gardens. You can't pick a better car, in order to help this country? Grow up already." Toyota Sequoia SUV: 15/18 mpg Toyota Sienna van: 19/26 mpg Chrysler Town & Country van: 19/26 mpg Ford Crown Victoria: 17/26 mpg Buick Lucerne: 17/28 mpg What is an SUV? My wife drives a 1996 S-10 Blazer. It is smaller than the Sienna van. You know exactly what I mean. Stick with the example shown, since it is 100% valid in this context. Nope, what is an SUV? The boogey man of the 21st century. Why is it when an SUV type vehicle is in an accident, it is always reported the SUV crashed. But if it is a mini car that crashed into the SUV, it will read SUV involed in accident. The first reporting seems as if the SUV is doing the driving, not a person. Look at the list of vehicles I provided. It does not contain a generic SUV. It contains a specific one which may be representative of others which get similar mileage. Any normal person should be able to interpret that list and say "Yeah...mine's like that one", or not. Any normal person. |
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#6
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The cost of boating just went up. Gas hits all-time high.
"JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Calif Bill" wrote in message link.net... "JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Calif Bill" wrote in message ink.net... "JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Eisboch" wrote in message . .. Do you know what cracks me up about some of the various views expressed about fuel prices? It wasn't too many years ago that those with more left leaning political views were concerned about the high consumption rate of gasoline in the USA, it's continued supply and it's artificially low price per gallon compared to the rest of the world. Conservation was preached, encouraged and some even advocated raising the price of gas to force further conservation and the use of smaller, fuel efficient autos in order to reduce demand. Fast forward to today and it seems that the same people are now blaming big business greed and politicians lining their pockets for the natural increase in prices. Can't win. Eisboch The problem with preaching conservation is that the suggested methods usually involve long term solutions. I wonder what would happen if a real president with some balls said the following during one of his TV appearances: "I can fund research until the cows come home, but we might never find solutions which make every type of vehicle more efficient. And, at some point, you have to stop looking for others to find solutions, and volunteer to do the one thing that's inarguably effective. Next time you're ready to buy a car, be honest, and buy based on your real needs. Stop thinking that the only alternative to an SUV is a Ford Focus. Ignore the crap you're being told in the commercials. Is the only reason you bought an SUV that you have a family of 5 and a week's worth of groceries? Wouldn't a van fit your needs equally well? Did you justify the SUV by convincing yourself they were safer, or that you wanted to be able to see over all the other trucks? Did you buy a pickup to haul 3 sheets of plywood just once in the entire time you owned the vehicle? Those aren't reasons. I'm not saying you have to go out and buy a Prius or a Mini-Cooper. But, how about reducing your gas usage by 30%, just by looking at the difference between an SUV and a mini-van? (points to chart with 5 car models shown below) We can't create laws to change your buying habits, and there's nothing I can do about what oil companies charge for fuel. But, you are capable of having a significant impact on how much oil this country uses. If you're not buying a car this year, write to your favorite car manufacturer and tell them what you want to buy when you're ready. If they continue to pile up SUVs at their dealerships, that's their problem, not yours. During WWII, our grandparents planted victory gardens. You can't pick a better car, in order to help this country? Grow up already." Toyota Sequoia SUV: 15/18 mpg Toyota Sienna van: 19/26 mpg Chrysler Town & Country van: 19/26 mpg Ford Crown Victoria: 17/26 mpg Buick Lucerne: 17/28 mpg What is an SUV? My wife drives a 1996 S-10 Blazer. It is smaller than the Sienna van. You know exactly what I mean. Stick with the example shown, since it is 100% valid in this context. Nope, what is an SUV? The boogey man of the 21st century. Why is it when an SUV type vehicle is in an accident, it is always reported the SUV crashed. But if it is a mini car that crashed into the SUV, it will read SUV involed in accident. The first reporting seems as if the SUV is doing the driving, not a person. Look at the list of vehicles I provided. It does not contain a generic SUV. It contains a specific one which may be representative of others which get similar mileage. Any normal person should be able to interpret that list and say "Yeah...mine's like that one", or not. Any normal person. I was referring to your "SUV". This one: Is the only reason you bought an SUV that you have a family of 5 and a week's worth of groceries? Wouldn't a van fit your needs equally well? Did you justify the SUV by convincing yourself they were safer, or that you wanted to be able to see over all the other trucks? |
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The cost of boating just went up. Gas hits all-time high.
"Calif Bill" wrote in message
ink.net... "JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Calif Bill" wrote in message link.net... "JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Calif Bill" wrote in message ink.net... "JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Eisboch" wrote in message . .. Do you know what cracks me up about some of the various views expressed about fuel prices? It wasn't too many years ago that those with more left leaning political views were concerned about the high consumption rate of gasoline in the USA, it's continued supply and it's artificially low price per gallon compared to the rest of the world. Conservation was preached, encouraged and some even advocated raising the price of gas to force further conservation and the use of smaller, fuel efficient autos in order to reduce demand. Fast forward to today and it seems that the same people are now blaming big business greed and politicians lining their pockets for the natural increase in prices. Can't win. Eisboch The problem with preaching conservation is that the suggested methods usually involve long term solutions. I wonder what would happen if a real president with some balls said the following during one of his TV appearances: "I can fund research until the cows come home, but we might never find solutions which make every type of vehicle more efficient. And, at some point, you have to stop looking for others to find solutions, and volunteer to do the one thing that's inarguably effective. Next time you're ready to buy a car, be honest, and buy based on your real needs. Stop thinking that the only alternative to an SUV is a Ford Focus. Ignore the crap you're being told in the commercials. Is the only reason you bought an SUV that you have a family of 5 and a week's worth of groceries? Wouldn't a van fit your needs equally well? Did you justify the SUV by convincing yourself they were safer, or that you wanted to be able to see over all the other trucks? Did you buy a pickup to haul 3 sheets of plywood just once in the entire time you owned the vehicle? Those aren't reasons. I'm not saying you have to go out and buy a Prius or a Mini-Cooper. But, how about reducing your gas usage by 30%, just by looking at the difference between an SUV and a mini-van? (points to chart with 5 car models shown below) We can't create laws to change your buying habits, and there's nothing I can do about what oil companies charge for fuel. But, you are capable of having a significant impact on how much oil this country uses. If you're not buying a car this year, write to your favorite car manufacturer and tell them what you want to buy when you're ready. If they continue to pile up SUVs at their dealerships, that's their problem, not yours. During WWII, our grandparents planted victory gardens. You can't pick a better car, in order to help this country? Grow up already." Toyota Sequoia SUV: 15/18 mpg Toyota Sienna van: 19/26 mpg Chrysler Town & Country van: 19/26 mpg Ford Crown Victoria: 17/26 mpg Buick Lucerne: 17/28 mpg What is an SUV? My wife drives a 1996 S-10 Blazer. It is smaller than the Sienna van. You know exactly what I mean. Stick with the example shown, since it is 100% valid in this context. Nope, what is an SUV? The boogey man of the 21st century. Why is it when an SUV type vehicle is in an accident, it is always reported the SUV crashed. But if it is a mini car that crashed into the SUV, it will read SUV involed in accident. The first reporting seems as if the SUV is doing the driving, not a person. Look at the list of vehicles I provided. It does not contain a generic SUV. It contains a specific one which may be representative of others which get similar mileage. Any normal person should be able to interpret that list and say "Yeah...mine's like that one", or not. Any normal person. I was referring to your "SUV". You did a great job of "referring" to it. You mentioned a Blazer, and provided no numbers to show whether it belonged in the list. No mpg numbers, and your words are empty. |
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The cost of boating just went up. Gas hits all-time high.
JoeSpareBedroom wrote: "Eisboch" wrote in message . .. Do you know what cracks me up about some of the various views expressed about fuel prices? It wasn't too many years ago that those with more left leaning political views were concerned about the high consumption rate of gasoline in the USA, it's continued supply and it's artificially low price per gallon compared to the rest of the world. Conservation was preached, encouraged and some even advocated raising the price of gas to force further conservation and the use of smaller, fuel efficient autos in order to reduce demand. Fast forward to today and it seems that the same people are now blaming big business greed and politicians lining their pockets for the natural increase in prices. Can't win. Eisboch The problem with preaching conservation is that the suggested methods usually involve long term solutions. I wonder what would happen if a real president with some balls said the following during one of his TV appearances: "I can fund research until the cows come home, but we might never find solutions which make every type of vehicle more efficient. And, at some point, you have to stop looking for others to find solutions, and volunteer to do the one thing that's inarguably effective. Next time you're ready to buy a car, be honest, and buy based on your real needs. Stop thinking that the only alternative to an SUV is a Ford Focus. Ignore the crap you're being told in the commercials. Is the only reason you bought an SUV that you have a family of 5 and a week's worth of groceries? Wouldn't a van fit your needs equally well? Did you justify the SUV by convincing yourself they were safer, or that you wanted to be able to see over all the other trucks? Did you buy a pickup to haul 3 sheets of plywood just once in the entire time you owned the vehicle? Those aren't reasons. I'm not saying you have to go out and buy a Prius or a Mini-Cooper. But, how about reducing your gas usage by 30%, just by looking at the difference between an SUV and a mini-van? (points to chart with 5 car models shown below) We can't create laws to change your buying habits, and there's nothing I can do about what oil companies charge for fuel. But, you are capable of having a significant impact on how much oil this country uses. If you're not buying a car this year, write to your favorite car manufacturer and tell them what you want to buy when you're ready. If they continue to pile up SUVs at their dealerships, that's their problem, not yours. During WWII, our grandparents planted victory gardens. You can't pick a better car, in order to help this country? Grow up already." Toyota Sequoia SUV: 15/18 mpg Toyota Sienna van: 19/26 mpg Chrysler Town & Country van: 19/26 mpg Ford Crown Victoria: 17/26 mpg Buick Lucerne: 17/28 mpg Very valid and convincing thought, but *grow up, already* would shoot it down. |
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The cost of boating just went up. Gas hits all-time high.
"Tim" wrote in message
oups.com... JoeSpareBedroom wrote: "Eisboch" wrote in message . .. Do you know what cracks me up about some of the various views expressed about fuel prices? It wasn't too many years ago that those with more left leaning political views were concerned about the high consumption rate of gasoline in the USA, it's continued supply and it's artificially low price per gallon compared to the rest of the world. Conservation was preached, encouraged and some even advocated raising the price of gas to force further conservation and the use of smaller, fuel efficient autos in order to reduce demand. Fast forward to today and it seems that the same people are now blaming big business greed and politicians lining their pockets for the natural increase in prices. Can't win. Eisboch The problem with preaching conservation is that the suggested methods usually involve long term solutions. I wonder what would happen if a real president with some balls said the following during one of his TV appearances: "I can fund research until the cows come home, but we might never find solutions which make every type of vehicle more efficient. And, at some point, you have to stop looking for others to find solutions, and volunteer to do the one thing that's inarguably effective. Next time you're ready to buy a car, be honest, and buy based on your real needs. Stop thinking that the only alternative to an SUV is a Ford Focus. Ignore the crap you're being told in the commercials. Is the only reason you bought an SUV that you have a family of 5 and a week's worth of groceries? Wouldn't a van fit your needs equally well? Did you justify the SUV by convincing yourself they were safer, or that you wanted to be able to see over all the other trucks? Did you buy a pickup to haul 3 sheets of plywood just once in the entire time you owned the vehicle? Those aren't reasons. I'm not saying you have to go out and buy a Prius or a Mini-Cooper. But, how about reducing your gas usage by 30%, just by looking at the difference between an SUV and a mini-van? (points to chart with 5 car models shown below) We can't create laws to change your buying habits, and there's nothing I can do about what oil companies charge for fuel. But, you are capable of having a significant impact on how much oil this country uses. If you're not buying a car this year, write to your favorite car manufacturer and tell them what you want to buy when you're ready. If they continue to pile up SUVs at their dealerships, that's their problem, not yours. During WWII, our grandparents planted victory gardens. You can't pick a better car, in order to help this country? Grow up already." Toyota Sequoia SUV: 15/18 mpg Toyota Sienna van: 19/26 mpg Chrysler Town & Country van: 19/26 mpg Ford Crown Victoria: 17/26 mpg Buick Lucerne: 17/28 mpg Very valid and convincing thought, but *grow up, already* would shoot it down. Maybe. But let's face it: It's true. The only way to deny it is to give many consumers a pass by saying they were brainwashed by advertising, which is pretty powerful stuff. |
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The cost of boating just went up. Gas hits all-time high.
"JoeSpareBedroom" wrote in message ... "Tim" wrote in message oups.com... JoeSpareBedroom wrote: "Eisboch" wrote in message . .. Do you know what cracks me up about some of the various views expressed about fuel prices? It wasn't too many years ago that those with more left leaning political views were concerned about the high consumption rate of gasoline in the USA, it's continued supply and it's artificially low price per gallon compared to the rest of the world. Conservation was preached, encouraged and some even advocated raising the price of gas to force further conservation and the use of smaller, fuel efficient autos in order to reduce demand. Fast forward to today and it seems that the same people are now blaming big business greed and politicians lining their pockets for the natural increase in prices. Can't win. Eisboch The problem with preaching conservation is that the suggested methods usually involve long term solutions. I wonder what would happen if a real president with some balls said the following during one of his TV appearances: "I can fund research until the cows come home, but we might never find solutions which make every type of vehicle more efficient. And, at some point, you have to stop looking for others to find solutions, and volunteer to do the one thing that's inarguably effective. Next time you're ready to buy a car, be honest, and buy based on your real needs. Stop thinking that the only alternative to an SUV is a Ford Focus. Ignore the crap you're being told in the commercials. Is the only reason you bought an SUV that you have a family of 5 and a week's worth of groceries? Wouldn't a van fit your needs equally well? Did you justify the SUV by convincing yourself they were safer, or that you wanted to be able to see over all the other trucks? Did you buy a pickup to haul 3 sheets of plywood just once in the entire time you owned the vehicle? Those aren't reasons. I'm not saying you have to go out and buy a Prius or a Mini-Cooper. But, how about reducing your gas usage by 30%, just by looking at the difference between an SUV and a mini-van? (points to chart with 5 car models shown below) We can't create laws to change your buying habits, and there's nothing I can do about what oil companies charge for fuel. But, you are capable of having a significant impact on how much oil this country uses. If you're not buying a car this year, write to your favorite car manufacturer and tell them what you want to buy when you're ready. If they continue to pile up SUVs at their dealerships, that's their problem, not yours. During WWII, our grandparents planted victory gardens. You can't pick a better car, in order to help this country? Grow up already." Toyota Sequoia SUV: 15/18 mpg Toyota Sienna van: 19/26 mpg Chrysler Town & Country van: 19/26 mpg Ford Crown Victoria: 17/26 mpg Buick Lucerne: 17/28 mpg Very valid and convincing thought, but *grow up, already* would shoot it down. Maybe. But let's face it: It's true. The only way to deny it is to give many consumers a pass by saying they were brainwashed by advertising, which is pretty powerful stuff. Here you go again trying to dictate what consumers can purchase. Regarding the advertising, the Big 3 have knocked off attacking each other and are focusing on "buy American". The problem is that buying American may mean buying a Toyota and not a Cadillac. It is now a global economy and one can no longer be assured that the GM, Ford or Chrysler product is manufactured in the US or that the majority of components are US made. The Big 3 deserves what is happening to them. Lack of foresight, management giving the unions whatever they wanted and executives receiving outrageous salaries/bonus's/incentives have led to their demise. One example is the new Ford CEO, Alan Mulally (hired on September, 2006 taking over after Bill Ford Jr resigned) taking in $39 million in salary, stock options and bonus money for those 4 months. This was after Ford had a net loss of almost $13 billion in 2006. They continue to dig their own grave. |
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