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Originally Posted by moneyguy
Simple fact is the following: people are not going to go hybrid just to lower dependence upon foreign oil, or to reduce the alleged greenhouse effect. People are only going to change when it benefits their pocketbook, and regardless of the hybrid sensationalism, they do not appear to be more cost-effective right now, but costing more actually.
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Your thinking is flawed. Just because your incentive is monatary doesn't mean every ones is. There are many reasons besides saving money to buy a car. My personal reason is that I wanted to drive a long time between fill ups.
I think you put more weight on the money aspect because thats why YOU would buy one. Don't start talking for the general populous without actualy doing proper research.
There are many cars out there more expensive than the hybrids. There are a few expensive cars (I won't name names) that are money pits but people buy them just because they are status symbols.
If you look at the reports of hybrids they all pretty much come out on top as being among the most reliable and they also offer a great driving experience. Have you driven the models available?
Also. When you bought your current car, did you look at the price tag and compare it to all the other cars to make sure you were getting your moneys worth? Did you buy the one that had the total lowest cost of ownership + sticker price?