That's exactly why you'll likely never see high gasoline prices here in the US. As big business runs our government (apologies to those who think their vote counts, go back to watching "Dancing with America's Top Fear Idol Brother from another Island") they can't allow overtaxing and price inflation to the point of adversely affecting our consumption of their products. So rest easy, as long as we have the best government money can buy we'll have fairly cheap fuel.Originally Posted by etlsport
As an aside, I've been reading with some interest how many of the overseas manufacturers are looking to bring their diesel models to the US in large numbers. VW for example should have a pretty full lineup next year as they are making their diesels to exceed US emissions requirements. Currently the only offering is the Touareg V10 TDI, which is an extremely capable vehicle which is unfortunately incompatible with my wallet at about $70K.Even Isuzu is rumored to be set for a US return bringing a sizeable representation of their diesel offerings both in trucks and cars. If this happens and diesel remains one of the most inexpensive fuels (currently $2.75 locally vs. $3.02 for regular) then US manufacturers will again will caught with their proverbial pants down. The sad reality though is there are likely various legislations in place to keep these vehicles from our shores or tax them to excess.
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