I own a Prius. It's roomy, affordable, theftproof, has plenty of cargo space, it's a joy to drive and it's easy on gas. So if you recently bought an SUV...why?
2006-08-05 13:58:02 · 20 answers · asked by keepsondancing 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
Because they think the "need" one or they won't be as important as their friends.
They'll rationalize that they need to haul kids and the boat, maybe a platoon of soldiers, but really, these soccer moms and their whipped husbands only need that towing or hauling capacity a couple of times a year.
A smart person would buy a fuel efficient vehicle and rent a truck when it was needed, but we are not generally talking rhodes scholars here.
2006-08-05 14:03:20 · answer #1 · answered by ceprn 6 · 2⤊ 4⤋
Reducing Gas Prices
We can reduce gas prices, and in many cases reduce our expenses in other areas, by reducing the demand for petroleum products. How do we reduce demand? Easy. Reduce consumption. Here are some suggestions on how to do that:
1. Make sure your tires are properly inflated. Improperly inflated tires reduce gas mileage. Most tires should be inflated to 32-35 psi, but look on your tires for specific numbers.
2. Make sure your engine is properly tuned. An out of tune engine wastes gas and money. Have it checked.
3. When you stop at a stop light, stay stopped until the light is green. Don’t try to ease up a little at a time – this not only wastes gas, but wears out your brakes sooner than normal.
4. Accelerate slowly. Rapid acceleration (“jack rabbit starts”) wastes gas.
5. Use synthetic oil whenever you change or have your oil changed. Since it’s synthetic, you are not using a petroleum product therefore you are reducing demand. Most cars actually get better gas mileage with synthetic oil, so it’s a win win.
6. Whenever possible, use alternative fuels such as biodiesel or E85. They not only reduce petroleum consumption, but they are cheaper and better for the environment. Unfortunately, they are not widely available yet in most places, but start asking about them when you buy gas and fuel distributors will begin to get the message; if they think there is a market, they will supply that market.
7. Don’t rush out to buy a new car… but if you are in the market for one anyway, consider buying a more fuel efficient car or even a hybrid car. Hybrid cars are more expensive but you can get a federal tax credit which will offset much of the extra expense and if you do a lot of driving, the money you save on gas will offset the rest.
8. Carpool.
2006-08-05 15:39:01 · answer #2 · answered by atwil 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The Prius is a nice car however it does have its draw backs, the trunk space is very limited, for my family it is not very roomy in fact it is quite cramped and there is no such thing as a "theft proof" vehicle, if they are around people will figure ou how to steal them, its just a fact of life. I personally love SUV's they are more comfortable for me to drive, I like having more clearance under the vehicle plus I just feel safer in them
2006-08-05 14:05:21 · answer #3 · answered by sexygirlygirl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I don't own an SUV, but I can't imagine how horrible it must be for them right now. I own a VW New Beetle, and it takes up to 13 gallons in the tank. At the height of gas prices at $3.19 in Missouri, I had to pay close to $40 to fill my tank up. That lasts on average about 1 week to 10 days. I've heard that SUVs spend up to $100 in a single fillup. Ouch! This is not the time for oversized cars. My Beetle suits me just fine...and I never worry about squeezing into a parallel parking space. ;)
2006-08-05 14:03:51 · answer #4 · answered by torreyc73 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Roomy? How short are you? Affordable? Its a Toyota, no replacement part is affordable. Cargo space? Nothing can top a mini van. Gas? Yea, if you like to be run over by a semi when you pull out in front of him on the freeway. Good luck with sueing them for your stupidity.
2006-08-05 14:04:06 · answer #5 · answered by Silverstang 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We travel a great deal and have several members of extended family that we have to transport and the extra money on fuel is worth it to take them in relative comfort. Sometimes we can't always do what we'd like to do which is to drive a more economical car and be more fuel conscience. Maybe someday when we are the ones who must be transported instead of beings the ones who transport. . . . Please don't judge all SUV drivers as selfish and non-caring about the environment.
2006-08-05 14:04:59 · answer #6 · answered by Teacher 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
we lopve our SUV's and they all aren't big my jeep gets 13 mpg. It just depends on what you want to drive some people like to look above the world and some people want to save more. Thats all right with me I live day to day not counting and pinching pennies everyday.If you want I will take you for a ride in my jeep and you can see the way the other side lives.
2006-08-05 14:52:25 · answer #7 · answered by jeephandle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would love to own a Prius, however, when we travel, we just won't fit in one. We always have a teenager, a younger son, and a rottweiler with us. We often have at least one more teanager. There just isn't room in a smaller vehicle for everyone and all of our stuff, too.
2006-08-05 14:01:24 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well PRIUS is not big enough for a family to carry all the stuff. Its very good if one person or two people going to work on a busy street.
2006-08-05 14:15:21 · answer #9 · answered by nuwanusa 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'll drive an suv or truck since I live in the coutry and have to deal with bad roads. Main reason.
2006-08-05 14:02:28 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Prius will not get me up the mountain to my mine. Simple
2006-08-05 14:03:14 · answer #11 · answered by DaFinger 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋