[jray3]

My 112 mpge i-Miev tows loads up to about 1000 lbs admirably (strong regenerative braking should come with every tow vehicle). However, for 'real loads', I picked up an '87 F250 Diesel with the HD rear axle and only 110k miles for $1800, and I only activate insurance beyond 'storage' on the days that I use it. It isn't challenged until the trailer exceeds about 7k lbs going up a local grade that slows heavy semis to 35 mph., but of course only gets 12 to 15 mpg. Between the two of them, my average mpg equivalent is still north of 80. Plus, the truck could carry the i-MiEV if required, though so far I've only towed the i-MiEV in a trailer, as the truck doesn't have a flatbed.

Pushing the limits is fun, but sometimes it's not expensive to get the right tool for the job.