[WayneS]

Yes. And they ARE expensive. Two factors account for most of that: a) government interference vis-a-vis “safety” and excessive pollution control devices, and especially b) Union greed.

[joesbucks]

Yes. And they ARE expensive. Two factors account for most of that: a) government interference vis-a-vis “safety” and excessive pollution control devices, and especially b) Union greed.

Items under A are required by every manufacturer who sells in the US. This is not a competitive advantage or disadvantage for the manufacturer whether domestic or foreign nameplate.