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JT Moderator	Message Posted: Aug 12, 2006 11:01:00 PM Ignore JT Report Abuse If the price of gasoline doubles, would you be inclined to purchase a more fuel efficient vehicle, or trade in for one? Already have Yes No Unsure Post your thoughts about this poll below.

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If the price of gasoline doubles, would you be inclined to purchase a more fuel efficient vehicle, or trade in for one?
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jarjonja All-Star Author South Carolina Posts:827 Points:157,095 Joined:Nov 2005	Message Posted: Sep 2, 2006 7:40:09 PM Ignore jarjonja Report Abuse already have 2 Neons and a cadillac (which is an 8 cylinder and stays parked for now)
reknaw Rookie Author Ontario Posts:2 Points:1,165 Joined:Apr 2006	Message Posted: Sep 2, 2006 7:24:50 PM Ignore reknaw Report Abuse I bought a 2006 VW Jetta TDI..... gas today was 85.9 Diesel was at 99.9 go fiqure. Why is it Diesel doesn't go down at the same time as gas. 14 cents more is ridiculous !!! For years diesel was cheaper than gas.
throttle Champion Author Maryland Posts:11,982 Points:2,464,695 Joined:Jul 2004	Message Posted: Sep 1, 2006 10:08:54 AM Ignore throttle Report Abuse Yeah, truckdude, but can you afford to pay $6 a gallon for gas?
truckdude Champion Author Twin Cities Posts:3,265 Points:1,333,820 Joined:Feb 2003	Message Posted: Sep 1, 2006 7:57:10 AM Ignore truckdude Report Abuse No, because I can't afford a car payment
twowheel Champion Author Austin Posts:13,412 Points:2,885,940 Joined:Oct 2004	Message Posted: Aug 31, 2006 12:36:33 PM Ignore twowheel Report Abuse not until the current fine machine wears out
Guido4 Champion Author Pensacola Posts:13,044 Points:2,670,365 Joined:Jun 2005	Message Posted: Aug 31, 2006 6:04:07 AM Ignore Guido4 Report Abuse No
Beeble Rookie Author Albuquerque Posts:20 Points:117,450 Joined:Jan 2006	Message Posted: Aug 31, 2006 12:09:45 AM Ignore Beeble Report Abuse Did already. We bought a turbodiesel VW New Beetle last fall, when gas was still $2.75 and the waiting list for a Prius was 6-12 months. We absolutely love the diesel and get over 40 mpg, which will get better as the engine gets more broken in. We loved it enough that we traded in the other car and bought a VW diesel station wagon in April. These days, you can barely find one - they're great cars that get great mileage and are lots of fun to drive.
rjr54 Champion Author Winnipeg Posts:1,110 Points:394,395 Joined:Feb 2005	Message Posted: Aug 30, 2006 10:16:56 PM Ignore rjr54 Report Abuse In November 2003, the price was half the current price. So the price has already doubled. In two and half years! And only 15% of the people who voted have got new efficient cars. But 51% now say yes if doubled again . . . The 2005 sales numbers are out and Ford, GM, and Dodge pickups are still the top three selling "cars" (in that order). My car, Corolla, did not even crack the top 10 (top 10 in fuel economy). And most cars did not. (number 4 is Ford Explorer, 5 = Caravan, etc) Almost everyone is still buying big gas guzzling monsters. Tough to believe that will change when the price doubles again. P.S. Already have - sold Dodge Ram and bought a Corolla - it is paying for itself with the fuel savings. I got a new car for free!
throttle Champion Author Maryland Posts:11,982 Points:2,464,695 Joined:Jul 2004	Message Posted: Aug 29, 2006 1:20:08 PM Ignore throttle Report Abuse Just what we need...the government telling us how much we can drive!
3pointer Sophomore Author Twin Cities Posts:100 Points:16,885 Joined:Apr 2005	Message Posted: Aug 29, 2006 7:18:52 AM Ignore 3pointer Report Abuse Before the price of gas would double, the government would step in and limit the amount we could consume, thus driving the price back down. If we were each limited to an alloted amount of gasoline each week, we would be forced to find different ways to get around, or we would just stay home.
mStutz Rookie Author Los Angeles Posts:13 Points:206,610 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Aug 27, 2006 3:43:34 PM Ignore mStutz Report Abuse Already have. I traded my Toyota 4.7L Tundra (15mpg) for a 2006 Prius and really love it. Best car I've ever owned.
radarman Champion Author Florida Posts:9,142 Points:2,601,725 Joined:Apr 2005	Message Posted: Aug 27, 2006 2:45:19 PM Ignore radarman Report Abuse I'll just keep what I have for now. The increased savings would take a long time to make up for the expense of buying a new, fuel efficient car.
CPAwesomeTDI Rookie Author Maryland Posts:6 Points:15,385 Joined:Aug 2006	Message Posted: Aug 26, 2006 12:40:41 PM Ignore CPAwesomeTDI Report Abuse I suppose that's what I did... I remember when I first got my last car, it was just under $1.50 per gallon (and I was furious that $5 couldn't last me a WHOLE week anymore) Of course, the ol' Pontiac was basically in its death throes when I stepped up to the Jetta TDI last month. From an accountant's point of view, this is really a case-by-case decision. Hopefully, the increase in gas prices will cause some people to stop driving, decreasing the risk of accidents somewhat, and alleviating some pressure on the insurance payment side. :P
brownmeadows Veteran Author Missouri Posts:360 Points:165,690 Joined:Mar 2005	Message Posted: Aug 25, 2006 4:23:27 PM Ignore brownmeadows Report Abuse Would have to, my donkey doesn't want to go that far and takes to long!
maherj00 Rookie Author Pennsylvania Posts:4 Points:11,380 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Aug 25, 2006 10:06:51 AM Ignore maherj00 Report Abuse As frustrating as it may be, my car is currently paid off and therefore I have no payments. In order for it to be worth a new car, for the distance I drive, and the average mpg I get now versus the realistic average mpg I'd get in a new car, the gas price would have to almost go to $10/gallon for a new car to make it worth while. Anything less than that and I'd be losing $$. Now, if my car starts costing me a great deal more in maintenance, then I'll re-evaluate... but for now, as much as I'd like a new car, it is financially to my benefit to keep what I have. Jim Lancaster, PA
JPhilly Sophomore Author San Antonio Posts:137 Points:588,455 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Aug 25, 2006 9:43:15 AM Ignore JPhilly Report Abuse Yes, more fuel efficiency
throttle Champion Author Maryland Posts:11,982 Points:2,464,695 Joined:Jul 2004	Message Posted: Aug 25, 2006 7:30:20 AM Ignore throttle Report Abuse At $6 per gallon, no question.
Guido4 Champion Author Pensacola Posts:13,044 Points:2,670,365 Joined:Jun 2005	Message Posted: Aug 25, 2006 6:01:32 AM Ignore Guido4 Report Abuse Unsure at this time
#12#_teacups Rookie Author Virginia Beach Posts:1 Points:370 Joined:Apr 2006	Message Posted: Aug 24, 2006 8:15:29 PM Ignore #12#_teacups Report Abuse Already have. I did extensive research online comparing companies and models (Thanks to edmonds.com). The Toyota Camry won over the Nissan Sedan for better gas mileage, and using regular gas. I wanted the Toyota hybrid SUV, but it's in the first year, and cost too much.
radicale All-Star Author Calgary Posts:986 Points:255,325 Joined:Aug 2006	Message Posted: Aug 24, 2006 12:22:15 PM Ignore radicale Report Abuse Fortunately, got one in '03. Unfortunately, can't afford the initial buy in for another.
forty-niner Champion Author Winnipeg Posts:28,594 Points:2,378,870 Joined:Jul 2006	Message Posted: Aug 23, 2006 7:23:25 PM Ignore forty-niner Report Abuse unsure because those cars' prices are raising as well.
Guido4 Champion Author Pensacola Posts:13,044 Points:2,670,365 Joined:Jun 2005	Message Posted: Aug 23, 2006 6:04:56 AM Ignore Guido4 Report Abuse I did not know
rjr54 Champion Author Winnipeg Posts:1,110 Points:394,395 Joined:Feb 2005	Message Posted: Aug 22, 2006 8:12:00 PM Ignore rjr54 Report Abuse Already have. In Dec 2003, when gas prices jumped 20% from $0.55/L to $0.66/L, I started to look at fuel efficient cars. In April 2004, after another $0.08 jump, I brought a Corolla 5 speed. And sold my Dodge Ram. Since then I have more than doubled my fuel economy, from 15 L/100K to 6 L/100Km - 16 m/g(US) to 41 m/g. I saved about 7000 litres, read $7000. Actually I got a new car for free - the fuels savings are paying for it. I love it - I never thought I would get a new car. As far as the price doubling again, I think it will happen with the only question is when. EIA thinks it will take 6 years. But in January 2003 they forecast a price reduction . . . So I think it will be much faster $2.00/L or $6.00/g in summer 2008.
TFD2001 Rookie Author Illinois Posts:2 Points:240 Joined:Aug 2006	Message Posted: Aug 22, 2006 10:49:48 AM Ignore TFD2001 Report Abuse 1slowguy, Yes, hope too... ;o) TFD
runner621 Rookie Author Rhode Island Posts:1 Points:545 Joined:Aug 2006	Message Posted: Aug 22, 2006 6:29:19 AM Ignore runner621 Report Abuse Not sure what i would do at this point
GreenLuminaAPV Champion Author Akron Posts:3,812 Points:743,165 Joined:Apr 2005	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2006 9:59:36 PM Ignore GreenLuminaAPV Report Abuse already have
Blorp Veteran Author Maryland Posts:342 Points:87,260 Joined:Jun 2006	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2006 5:40:24 PM Ignore Blorp Report Abuse I'd be inclined to saddle up that horse and ride.
CountryBoy84 Rookie Author Iowa Posts:13 Points:31,910 Joined:May 2006	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2006 4:59:25 PM Ignore CountryBoy84 Report Abuse Not right away but probably eventually
throttle Champion Author Maryland Posts:11,982 Points:2,464,695 Joined:Jul 2004	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2006 7:12:14 AM Ignore throttle Report Abuse yes
Guido4 Champion Author Pensacola Posts:13,044 Points:2,670,365 Joined:Jun 2005	Message Posted: Aug 20, 2006 6:56:31 AM Ignore Guido4 Report Abuse Unsure
CornerGas40 Veteran Author Ontario Posts:468 Points:180,820 Joined:Oct 2005	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 9:35:09 PM Ignore CornerGas40 Report Abuse yes
IzOfSilver Champion Author Tennessee Posts:10,845 Points:2,547,595 Joined:May 2004	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 9:25:33 PM Ignore IzOfSilver Report Abuse If it doubled, I'd be riding my bicycle to work along with quite a few others I suspect....
throttle Champion Author Maryland Posts:11,982 Points:2,464,695 Joined:Jul 2004	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 8:49:33 PM Ignore throttle Report Abuse Come on, mouse2134, let's not carry paronia too far!
mouse2134 Rookie Author Toronto Posts:12 Points:3,540 Joined:Nov 2005	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 8:41:01 PM Ignore mouse2134 Report Abuse I would be more inclined to buy a fuel efficient vehicle if the prices were comparable. But it seems the more fuel efficient a car is the more expensive it is...eg Hybrids. Do the gas companies have a hand in this?
PanhandleSam Champion Author Oklahoma Posts:1,113 Points:308,170 Joined:Aug 2005	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 8:00:22 PM Ignore PanhandleSam Report Abuse no BOYCOTT NOW
priceguy Champion Author Bakersfield Posts:12,806 Points:3,347,425 Joined:Sep 2003	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 7:54:19 PM Ignore priceguy Report Abuse NO
3142 All-Star Author Twin Cities Posts:597 Points:639,120 Joined:Apr 2005	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 7:34:51 PM Ignore 3142 Report Abuse yes
RBob Champion Author Portland Posts:3,359 Points:2,344,950 Joined:May 2004	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 7:26:52 PM Ignore RBob Report Abuse We need to switch to alternative fuels and stop funding the wars in the middle-east with our oil dollars. I think that is more important than a few mpg on my vehicle, but it goes hand-in-hand. Best yet stop using vehicles that rely on petroleum totally.
snell snail Champion Author Atlanta Posts:5,018 Points:2,596,350 Joined:Feb 2004	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 7:10:35 PM Ignore snell snail Report Abuse Change now....If you can.
snell snail Champion Author Atlanta Posts:5,018 Points:2,596,350 Joined:Feb 2004	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 7:10:17 PM Ignore snell snail Report Abuse Doubling will be too late.
Tang Champion Author Cleveland Posts:11,905 Points:2,508,295 Joined:Apr 2004	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 7:08:01 PM Ignore Tang Report Abuse Just got done borrowing my brother-in-law's Hemi pickup. Will never complain about the mileage on my SUV again. I was pulling a loaded trailer with the SUV loaded also and only used half the gas of his truck covering the same route.
confetti Veteran Author Tampa Posts:354 Points:360,940 Joined:Jan 2006	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 5:13:58 PM Ignore confetti Report Abuse I'd love to get better mileage, and I am planning on a new car soon. The mileage it gets will definitely be one factor I look at, but more important to me is the ability of the vehicle to protect the passengers in the event of an accident. Generally, it seems that the bigger, heavier cars are safer. Spending a little more on gas is a worthwhile investment, IMHO, if it means my family & I are less likely to be badly injured or killed in a wreck.
N9HVP Champion Author Indiana Posts:11,698 Points:2,468,690 Joined:Sep 2004	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 4:19:22 PM Ignore N9HVP Report Abuse No, the payback would be too long.
pkhdonovan Champion Author Maine Posts:11,996 Points:2,702,880 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 4:16:44 PM Ignore pkhdonovan Report Abuse no
chui Champion Author Dallas Posts:2,901 Points:2,364,785 Joined:Sep 2004	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 3:59:13 PM Ignore chui Report Abuse no, maybe when it gets $ 15.00 and cars drop to half of what they are. ( look at ford clseing ten plants!!!!! no, ford keep making your suv............ oh.. and bush did not tell you to make suv's and big trucks
Runn on MT Champion Author Atlanta Posts:12,959 Points:2,576,005 Joined:Apr 2004	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 3:02:01 PM Ignore Runn on MT Report Abuse Gas price jump may include other aspects of fuels such as alternatives/additives. Vehicle choice should incorporate that functionality. Then we can also just take the bus.
mrkel Champion Author Cincinnati Posts:9,451 Points:2,381,185 Joined:Apr 2006	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 2:41:31 PM Ignore mrkel Report Abuse yes
Lengas Champion Author Gary Posts:13,540 Points:2,715,825 Joined:Nov 2004	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 2:12:01 PM Ignore Lengas Report Abuse Yes
milo Champion Author Calgary Posts:3,129 Points:833,440 Joined:Aug 2001	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 1:41:53 PM Ignore milo Report Abuse already did, smart car
RBob Champion Author Portland Posts:3,359 Points:2,344,950 Joined:May 2004	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 1:07:10 PM Ignore RBob Report Abuse I am not particularly a fan of WalMart, but they deserve credit and our support if the news this morning is correct and they are going to try converting all their gas stations to Ethanol blend. Then changing to cars that can burn that would be great.
Panama19 Champion Author Louisville Posts:25,261 Points:2,541,360 Joined:Sep 2005	Message Posted: Aug 19, 2006 12:56:56 PM Ignore Panama19 Report Abuse It would have to at least double to make the change to a new vehicle start to look reasonable.