caldrail's Blog

Here here for not buckling to peer pressure!

 

I *ahem* actually have a Corolla, and have almost complete decided that my next ride will be Prius. For me, it's a question of cost...the MPG that Consumer Reports gives the Prius is still at 41 MPG, way higher than even my 2002 Corolla (which Toyota says gets 39, and both CR and I have figured it's closer to 33-34). Bridge tolls here would be great to avoid...$5 to cross a bridge 'round here is just 'round the corner, and it's already $5 to cross the Golden Gate Bridge.

 

But if I had my druthers...well, yeah, I'd have a sporty steed. Just that for me, costs are prohibitive.

Doc.. no... don't do it! Please! Resist, you must resist.

 

In any case, it appears that a decent diesel hatchback will get better fuel economy.

Plus, diesel engines can run on biodiesel! That means, more vegetable oil!

 

Well, what is almost certain is that my next car will be a hybrid...I just happen to like the idea of the Prius, but haven't driven one. I really want Toyota to make a hybrid of their RAV4...small SUV but with great mileage. No plans for that as of yet, though.