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Old 07-15-2015, 08:17 AM   #21 (permalink)
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[QUOTE=darcane;486833Yes, there was a boost to the auto industry, but at a large cost both in taxes and in increased cost in the used car market, with little to no benefit to the person buying the car. That marks it as a huge failure in my book.[/QUOTE]

You say that like its intent was ever to help regular Joes.

Unions and various industry lobbying groups loved it.

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Transmission type Efficiency
Manual neutral engine off.100% @MPG <----- Fun Fact.
Manual 1:1 gear ratio .......98%
CVT belt ............................88%
Automatic .........................86%

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