300-400-500 hp VEHICLES, Ha
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Joined: 07-17-2006
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From: Dallas, GA
This makes no sense.
I can understand that requirements will get stricter each year. But measuring fuel economy at WOT? I can't see this ever getting passed.
It is expected that fuel economy and emissions will be measured during wide-open throttle (WOT) runs from 0-60 and 0-100 mph and from 0 to the vehicle’s top speed. In addition, measurements will be conducted at proposed steady-state speeds of 80 and 100 mph for all vehicles and at 120 and 150 mph for those vehicles capable of reaching these excessive speeds. A factoring system will be developed to incorporate the results of these tests into each manufacturer’s overall CAFÉ certification performance, the release states.
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From: Minneapolis, MN
This is a joke. I wonder what kind of car the guy they mentioned in the article drives. Is he driving a Prius or something? Probably not. I wouldn't be surprised if he had a big truck, yet is soon going to be lecturing everyone else about fuel economy. Pretty soon people aren't even going to be able to have a sporty car; they won't "allow" it. And I'm sure if this guy takes away their right to build cars that consumers like, that there is actually a demand for, the auto comanies are just going to flourish. So much for helping the economy.
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From: Cahokia IL
I've been predicting this for 30 years...it was only a matter of time...your performance car AND THE PARTS TO MODIFY it will soon be enemies of the state!
Everyday happenings in Obama's Utopia?
Government run health care.
10% unemployment
$5 a gallon gas
MORE taxes
Cap and Trade....[They will shove it down your throat one way or the other!]
Now they seek to outlaw performance!
You WILL NOT see an outcry from the manufacturers of automobiles...government will target you!
...And this all within his first 2 years!
Everyday happenings in Obama's Utopia?
Government run health care.
10% unemployment
$5 a gallon gas
MORE taxes
Cap and Trade....[They will shove it down your throat one way or the other!]
Now they seek to outlaw performance!
You WILL NOT see an outcry from the manufacturers of automobiles...government will target you!
...And this all within his first 2 years!
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Joined: 02-16-2009
Posts: 6,038
From: Frankenmuth/Flint, MI
I've been predicting this for 30 years...it was only a matter of time...your performance car AND THE PARTS TO MODIFY it will soon be enemies of the state!
Everyday happenings in Obama's Utopia?
Government run health care.
10% unemployment
$5 a gallon gas
MORE taxes
Cap and Trade....[They will shove it down your throat one way or the other!]
Now they seek to outlaw performance!
You WILL NOT see an outcry from the manufacturers of automobiles...government will target you!
...And this all within his first 2 years!
Everyday happenings in Obama's Utopia?
Government run health care.
10% unemployment
$5 a gallon gas
MORE taxes
Cap and Trade....[They will shove it down your throat one way or the other!]
Now they seek to outlaw performance!
You WILL NOT see an outcry from the manufacturers of automobiles...government will target you!
...And this all within his first 2 years!
Well, let's see. What was unemployment during George W. Bush's administration? Ok, so it wasn't 10%, but you don't lose jobs overnight....it takes years. Obama hasn't been in office years.
Gas prices? Where were you in 2008, gas was over $4, and who was in office? Oh, that's right... George W. Bush.
I'm not saying Bush caused everything, but it really pisses me off when people like you go around saying OBAMA caused everything. Since when is name calling and whining going to help our country get out from this rut where in? Grow up, move on. Obama won the election. 2 years ago.
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From: Republic of Texas
Well, let's see. What was unemployment during George W. Bush's administration? Ok, so it wasn't 10%, but you don't lose jobs overnight....it takes years. Obama hasn't been in office years.
Gas prices? Where were you in 2008, gas was over $4, and who was in office? Oh, that's right... George W. Bush.
I'm not saying Bush caused everything, but it really pisses me off when people like you go around saying OBAMA caused everything. Since when is name calling and whining going to help our country get out from this rut where in? Grow up, move on. Obama won the election. 2 years ago.
Gas prices? Where were you in 2008, gas was over $4, and who was in office? Oh, that's right... George W. Bush.
I'm not saying Bush caused everything, but it really pisses me off when people like you go around saying OBAMA caused everything. Since when is name calling and whining going to help our country get out from this rut where in? Grow up, move on. Obama won the election. 2 years ago.
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Joined: 02-16-2009
Posts: 6,038
From: Frankenmuth/Flint, MI
Yeah, and that is fine.... but he has brought this topic up way too many times in this forum.
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Posts: 690
From: Republic of Texas
Some people are political party pole sliders, you nor I can help that. Like the peopel who voted for Obama strictly because he was a Democrat. Or people who voted for Bush because he is republican. Sadly, experience and qualification are no long considerations.
