Topic: Fuel economy vs. reality.
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Mon 06/29/09 04:43 PM
Just a thought. America wants to push for more fuel efficient cars and small vehichles. My problem with the small cars is this. How does a 6 foot+ tall guy fit in a small car? How do I fit 2 kids in there as well? How do I get us in the car plus groceries? I need a truck. I haul stuff all of the time. I never had so many "friends" as I do know that gas is up and people have small cars. "Hey Honey, can you come haul this couch for me?" etc...

I'm not talking Suburbans here, but small cars have their place, but 6 foot people that weigh 180 lbs can not drive one for hours on the interstate, or fit much else in them.

Not to mention here in Wisconsin, 4 inches of snow at a time is common. No small car is going anywhere. So your "friend" with a truck will come pick you up so your kids get to school and you get to work..just thinking. What is the solution?

Make a truck that gets the small car gas milage, yet has power. Possible? I have not seen it yet. I am a former GM employee and am frustrated at America's response to fuel prices.