They were mandated to offer it due to mpg “average” standards. Where a make’s entire line of vehicles was averaged.
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Ah, yes. The CAFE standards.
If fuel prices stay this low there is gonna be one heck of a sale on small cars because manufacturers are mandated to meet a certain level of fleet fuel mileage by the fed govt.
Because left to their own preferences, Americans tend to love pickups and SUVs.