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It's been mentioned in another thread.
But really... we have the ability, now, to build 100+ mpg motor vehicles that are rain-proof and won't break the bank. In fact, they'll be cheaper than regular cars.
The problem is, safety regulations, environmental regulations and customer demands (every vehicle needs to fit seven 6'5" 400 lb people and tow five tons at 80 mph) mean that you won't be seeing cars like that soon.
A small, four passenger three-cylinder diesel with decent aero (meaning: not a tall-boy design) should be able to accomplish 100 mpg (US) with no sweat at 50 mph. But such a device, despite potentially costing less than a Honda Civic, would never be able to make it to the US.
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