Comments on: Re: A Smart Car That’s Pretty Stupid

By: Lewis Derkins

Lewis Derkins — Wed, 28 May 2008 03:18:27 +0000

Judd, that’s definitely your finest picture.

By: Judd Wiley

Judd Wiley — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:05:01 +0000

Let me say something else.

If the smart car pushers, Prius drivers, and all the rest want to persuade a large number of Americans to drive fuel-efficient, environmentally friendly cars, why don’t they pressure auto manufacturers to manufacture cars that are aesthetically appealing to the average American?

It’s no secret that, for decades, Americans have been buying and driving cars that they believe make them look “cool,” for lack of a better term. Roadsters, hot rods, muscle cars, executive sedans. Why don’t you guys push for fuel-efficient cars that have an aesthetic appeal beyond the weenie environmentalist crowd?

Or is this really about jamming both the type and look of new-age automobiles down everyone’s throats?

By: Judd Wiley

Judd Wiley — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:47:57 +0000

Paul C! Good to have you back, and thanks for the free psychoanalysis. You might be on to something there. I do feel much stronger with 350+ horsepower at my toetips.

Would you like to reply to my comments from May 13?

By: Paul C.

Paul C. — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:19:06 +0000

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Why do fuel-efficient, environmentally friendly cars have to look so … weak?
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So you admit it?!
Your fascination with Ford Subdivisions, and the like, have something to do with a delicate ego!