This bill mandates SUVs and trucks to get better mileage than the smallest cars on the road today. 2400lb, 100hp clown cars will barely crack 30mpg on the EPA test and they want trucks to get 35?
What this is really saying is that the only car you will be able to buy is a compact hybrid. If you want a truck, you can have a compact hybrid with a 3 foot bed on the back. If you want to actually carry bulky items, or go offroad, or carry children, or more than 2 adults, or survive a crash, buy used.
The only salvation is the teeth in this bill take effect far enough in the future that there will be time for future congresses to push it back before it bites. Kind of like Bush’s imaginary balanced budget that counts on no new spending for the next administration.
That's why I'm taking real good care of my baby...our '98 Dodge Durango that we nicknamed "Canyonero" after the SUV Marge had on "The Simpsons."
It may not have a bed but we can always hook up a trailer, plus we love the room, the 4x4 and the V8 power that can light up the tires.
We'll put as much money into Canyonero as needed to keep it in like new condition.
Here's a pic from back around St Patrick's Day when my youngest son and I were out playing in the snow...