Re: [MLUG - DISCUSSION] computer and car prices (was Re: [MLUG])

["Nathan Atkinson" <EMAIL:PROTECTED>]

> Exactly. In most country cars seem to be designed in a way that makes a
> lot more sense. I'm espeically fond of the fact that in many places
> bicycles and electric/manual combo vehicles play such an important role.
> Here in America the Honda Insight is the vehicle I like most (Is also
> the Primus or something like that but I haven't looked at it as much) and
> would like to see more vehicles of that line. An Insight that was a
> convertible (don't need A/C) and had a little more cargo space would be
> fantastic IMO. I think the Primus or whatever it is called has more
> internal space and does better on in-town driving so it may be even
> better.
>

In other countries they don't commute 30mi each way to work so they can use
those electric bicycles and electric cars. If you had a convertible it would
kill your gas mileage because the air doesn't have a smooth surface to flow
over. Also why would you not need A/C if you had a convertible? When it is
100 degrees out you still need A/C.


> For in-town driving I'm a strong supporter of electric boosted
> bicycles. Some of them are quite nice.. made for more than one person
> and/or cargo with a range of up to about 60 miles on a charge and speeds
> of up to about 60mph. Quite impressive I think and very practical. They
> typically cost < $1500 too.
>

How many people actually live in the city that they work in? Also have you
ever driven a motorcycle next to a semi do 70-75? It isn't too fun being
blown all over the road.

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