"For someone who drives to work 5 miles a day, I don't have a lot of use in bringing 2 tons with me each way. I just a car that's reliable and has air conditioning and can fit me and some luggage."
Exactly. I drive 5 each way as well. Right now I drive a Bonneville, but even that's a little on the big size. Next car I'm going to downsize a bit, an Accord I think.
People should drive what they like, but they should pay attention. Cell phones and cars are worse than booze and cars, and that's a fact. Where is MADD on this one?
Eventually the price of gas will force most people out of SUVs. But, doesn't matter to me, I just do what works for me.
Count me in. I dont know about one of those itsy bitsy cars, but in a compact car I'd have no problem. Lots of nice midsize cars (Altima, Accord) too. No need to lug around 4000 lbs everywhere I go.
An upside to these smaller cars is improved handling, especially if you equip them right. Makes accident avoidance easier.