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It’s this realization that led me to buying a truck. I always wanted one but couldn’t justify it, too wasteful. Well, after this shitshow I realize that all my guilt has been to naught, only there to placate the masses to reduce in order for the billionaires to get away with anything.
So, when I needed a new vehicle, I got the one I wanted. Ironically it’s both the largest and best gas mileage car I’ve ever owned (still got a hybrid, but because it’s cool, gas savings are an appreciated benefit).
I still can’t shake all the guilt, but I absolutely love my vehicle at least.
emissions aren't really the argument against modern pickups - it's size, safety, and asshole factor (like bright ass white LED headlights four feet off the ground).
your new pickup probably gets the same fuel economy as my 18yo car
the other argument resources consumed when buying used vs new, which is, as I understand it, a difficult analysis to perform.
but yeah, people shouldn't hate you for the fuel economy of your pickup that's just as good as my old car. they should hate you for your obscenely offensive vehicle (if it is one, that is) that makes it difficult and dangerous to be around
I mean, agree, but I’m a scout leader who towes at least monthly, had a bed full of wreaths to deliver yesterday for example.. I’m a middle aged dude with a work from home job, so all of those are indeed considerations and I do my best to be conscientious. Besides, my properly aimed headlights produce less glare than all the aftermarket, poorly aimed ones that people who think the blueish light makes them look fancier.
It’s commmts like yours though that kinda irk me. I mean, if a grey 4 wheel drive pickup, with a bunch of campground stickers offends someone, that’s not really on me. I’ll take the hate from assholes any day.
pickups don't inherently bother me. asshole vehicles of any type do - it's just that *modern pickups are common offenders, often for false beliefs such as "my properly aimed headlights are fine", when they are in fact not fine all the time because roads are not flat and smooth.
I have no problem with people using tools to get things done. I have problems with people being assholes to other people.
I literally just want a truck that can fit 4x8 ft sheet in the bed, like a 2009 Ford Ranger long bed. Unfortunately they don’t make trucks like that anymore primarily due to EPA fleet footprint rules.
yeah, modern vehicle regulations and manufacturer priorities are fucked up
I ended up getting a lightweight trailer for hauling full sheets, which is fine in a personal use case
I’ve looked into trailers. I have a RAV4 so towing isn’t an amazing option but I could store it in a garage or something.
U-Haul is $1 a mile in my area which adds up pretty quick on top of the rental fee.
lol your car is probably more suitable than mine are for towing, or at least no worse ('outback and Elantra, 15+ and 10+ years old, respectively). I maxed mine out hauling dirt home recently, had to make multiple trips. it was fine though, only 20 min each way.
I have the space to store it, and it's easy to move by hand, so it works great for me. townhomes and apartments haven't got the same opportunity.
Not to harp, but roads not being smooth is a problem for all lights, not just pickups. If I’m behind someone, even close, my headlights are pointed below their rear window, I watch for where the line cuts off so as to intentionally not blind people. I’m high up and am often still blinded by any number of cars behind me though.
I totally agree that many truck drivers are assholes, and there’s a shitton of assholes with the squat and lifts and shit who never adjust them. Those are the ones to get mad at.
I'm not claiming it's limited to pickups. I equally hate sedan drivers who do that shit.
Do you haul lots of stuff with your truck? It sounds like you do. Therefore, you're not just some asshole who buys a truck for the 'manliness' factor. Good on you for choosing a vehicle that suits your needs.
Those who only ever haul groceries or frat boys are the ones who shouldn't be driving trucks.
Others being worse should never be used as an excuse to be worse by oneself. Also cars are one of the largest emitters in a single category... Progress towards solving it will involve lifestyle changes for everyone.