I agree with Hemifish, I can't trade in my Neon since it gets 29/40 mpg! no American company makes a car equal to my 1998 5spd. And forget hybrids that new prius get 40 mpgs, less than an 1987 CR-X. Technology huh, go figure. Plus think about the fact that it means less spare parts for people who need to fix their "clunkers", they seize the engines and scrap the car. No more car recyclers or 'junk yards' where you can find parts for your older car, especially lower income people who cannot afford brand new cars. I'd love a new van since I have 3 kids, no way I am putting them in a smart car or tiny little import pos.