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Originally Posted by Charlatan
I meant that as North America (which, last I checked includes Canada).
Gas prices *are* higher in Europe and smaller cars *are* much more prevalent amongst the middle class.
For me it is not what I want for others... I have simply recognized the patterns and commented. I do not think buying patterns will change until something forces them to change (like high fuel costs or legislation like the zero emmisions ones in California).
I honestly don't care what people drive... I loved my 1988 Jeep Cherokee when I still had it.
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But I think the focus on smaller and more fuel efficient is the wrong way to go from a development perspective.
I'd rather see as big or bigger AND more fuel efficient or using a cheaper/less polluting fuel.
One is adapting to the conditions, the other is altering the conditions. It’s a philosophical difference in how one looks at progress.
Oh and nice save with the American's bit. I'll be holding you to that in your future posts, as I'm sure you also included the Mexicans and South 'Americans too'
