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I don't know if taxation is the cure to fuel mileage. What have I heard, "40mpg is the new 30mpg?" Great, but for the average driver, that is 125 gallons a year. So even at your $5/gal gas, you are saving about $50 per month for driving a car that is less enjoyable/convenient/comfortable to drive. Car companies need to make cars people want to drive that just happen to be fuel efficient. I think that new Buick is a good example. Both versions are great cars at the same price, but the eco version will save the driver money. A civic hybrid is a great choice because it will save you money before the 60 month loan is up for all of the people who want a civic. The Cruze Eco costs more than the base but the fuel savings offset the nicer options after four years. That is what will get buyers on board: fuel savings that will let you afford a nicer car or save money. Let the buyer choose. Anything else is a lack of understanding of economics.
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