Its time for the government to take action by raising fuel economy standards to 35 mpg by 2020. Many believe that it cant be done… We know it can!!!
If you are a part of the auto industry then you can join the fight by visiting 35mpgby2020.com and sign the Letter to Congress.
If you are not part of the auto industry then you can join the fight by visiting SaveOurEnvironment.Org and sign the Letter to Congress.
Increasing the fuel economy standards to 35 mpg by 2020 would:
- Create new U.S. Jobs
- Reinvigorate the U.S. Auto Industry
- Reduce our dependence on foreign oil
- Improve Air Quality
- Reduce Global Warming
We have the technology to make this possible. Reduce weight by using composite materials like Carbon Fiber. Technologies like Direct Injection and Turbo charging improve fuel economy. Plug in Hybrid and Electric Hybrid Assist increase horse power and curb the use of gasoline.
For Example: On the latest Mercedes Benz F700 research car based on the Full Size S Class they used these exact technologies. The result - A 1.8 Liter Turbo Charged, Electric Hybrid Assist achieved an amazing 44.3 mpg and a 0-60mph time of 7.5 seconds. Not bad for a full size family sedan that is actually longer than the current Mercedes S Class in production. We have the technologies… Lets use them to improve our country and quality of life.
Update 12/7/07. House Sets Higher Goal for Vehicle Fuel Efficiency
But if we keep buying performance vs. mileage…ahem, don’t you have an M3??…then things will never change. Are you still commuting 2 hours a day in that guzzler?
You are right. I do drive a lot. I average about 26 mpg in the M3.
Tom, I will always pick performance over mileage. I dont think people should have to sacrifice anything for more efficiency. We have the technology to make cars fast, fun and efficient. We are not seeing change because no one is forcing car companies to change….. Ahem, our government and all its oil lobbyists who influence the lack of change.
Tesla Motors (http://www.teslamotors.com/) is a perfect example of Performance, Style and Efficiency. I hope this new car company changes the auto industry and inspires more fuel efficient fun cars. Until then, Im sticking with my paid off M3.