[ExI] Fuel efficient car for anywhere but America

[The Avantguardian]

http://www.greencar.com/articles/vw-polo-bluemotion-tops-70-mpg.php


This car runs on diesel, has a top speed of 109 mph, has lower CO2 emissions 
than a Prius, and gets a 

whopping 70 miles to the gallon.
 
So here is a riddle for you:
 
Why can't we get this in North America?
 

Stuart LaForge 


"There is nothing wrong with America that faith, love of freedom, intelligence, 
and energy of her citizens cannot cure."- Dwight D. Eisenhower