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So we are calling Gen Z "Zoomers" now? Interesting. Where did the term zoomer come from? It sounds like a hyperactive baby boomer.
Why is ecomodding on the decline? I'd say because gas is cheap (in the USA) and cars are increasingly more fuel efficient from the factory. There was a boost in the mid 00's when new fuel economy standards went into effect and cars have been improving steadily every since. (The standard requires 3.5% per year for light trucks and 5% per year for cars) Today you can buy:
52 mpg - Corolla hybrid - $24K
52 mpg - Camry Hybrid - $27K
40 mpg - RAV4 Hybrid - $29K
36 mpg - Sienna Hybrid -$34K
That is fantastic fuel economy from the factory for reasonable prices. Why mess around with DIY mods?
My personal mods have dropped off quite a bit because frankly they don't pay back anymore or ones that would pay back are illegal and would cause my car to fail inspection. (Not to mention the morality of increased air pollution for everyone to save myself a few bucks)
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