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Just a curious question...
Where exactly have vehicles weight increased over time?
First issue: model comparison.
The size of a new Civic would have to be compared to an older Accord (or new Focus vs. Tempo instead of Escort, etc). So, the first variable is the vehicle size has obviously increased, adding weight.
The rest? What about a line-item comparison of old component vs. new component...
Aside from the additional weight from add-on safety features (ABS, airbags) and engine displacement, where is it really coming from? Components are lighter these days.
Convince me that it isn't because we have been tricked into buying bigger, with fewer alternatives.
RH77
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