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Originally Posted by Scotsman
Ahhhhh, guys gotta look at the bright side! Once all this goes into effect by then car makers will be making cars that are fuel efficient enough to reduce overall domestic demand for imported oil. Thus dropping oil prices should create somewhat of an artificial price ceiling making gas cheaper for everyone. This means the SS guys (which I hope to join the club in the not so distant future) will be able to gas up their cars without nary a worry over breaking the bank or whatever else may be of concern.
On another note I'm pissed we(the govt)aren't investing more in alternative fuels but instead are putting the pressure on automakers to pick up the slack they should not be responsible for. The EV isn't the panacea for the pollutant free automobile. A variety of alternative fuel options is.
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I have little doubt the internal combustion engine can be made that efficient....and still produce good power.
As far as alternative fuels for vehicles beyond electricity, yes, alot of work needs to be done. I'm not sure there are any far enough along in development to be viable in the near future. Hydrogen appears to be far too dangerous, although natural gas/methane may be be a possibility.
One thing I am sure of is that we are up to the challenge....if given the opportunity and put to the task!