>>Remember the original Honda Civic that was sold in the U.S.? The gas mileage was amazing. Can't be done today with all of the new regulations that car manufacturers have to adhere to.
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>No, but I have an excuse, I had not been born yet. According to the wikipedia it had 40mpg and after 35 years they are back close (better in the hybrid) to the mpg at only 10 times the price.
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>I don't really understand the regulations. I just got my motorcycle and scooter out for the season. If I drive my car I have to wear a seat belt (or get a ticket) in a vehicle that complies with countless safety requirement. On my motorcycles I am not even required to wear a helmet.


And you are free to leave your brains on the pavement in any collision over about 25 mph.