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I would like to first state that I absolutely loathe the term "Fuel Economy" because it is a ludicrous way of saying gas mileage. It has bothered me ever since the 2000 tech boom when companies had to rename simple things to justify the money they charge.
What do you consider good gas mileage?
30 MPG and above
How frequently do you fill your car with fuel?
We have 2 cars, usually fill both up every 1.5 weeks or so.
What are the basic comforts that you enjoy in a vehicle?
AC, horsepower, nice speakers
Are there any special features that your every-day driving experiences require that reduce your fuel efficiency? ie - 4-wheel drive, towing.
Yes, a high horsepower car
Do you prefer a mundane car with excellent fuel economy over a luxury sedan?
No
Have you seen any especially exciting fuel-efficient vehicles?
Yes, the Dodge EV. Super fast totally electric car that is a prototype for electric vehicles. Goes a good distance on a single charge (200 miles I believe) and is much faster than a typical car.
I would like to add that to many people the problem of gas mileage is a bit overstated. I commute to work everyday and the difference between a 15-18 MPG car and a 40 MPG car is like $70 a month. Sure, it's a chunk of change, but it's not a life-ending emergency like many people are making it out to be. Now with gas prices going down the difference is $30ish a month..... Sorry but buying a 40 MPG $25k hybrid is simply not worth it when the difference between it and a $15k regular combustion engine car is $30 a month or even $70 a month. It will take years and years to offset the difference. If you buy a car that is more expensive than you wanted to spend just because of the gas mileage then you're actually losing money.
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