05-29-2006, 06:06 AM
You probably don't drive 50 miles to work one way when there can be ice, slush, or snow between November 1st and May 1st either. I would love to drive a vehicle that gets 100 mpg, however I also want one where I don't need to arrive late or not at all for 30-40 days per winter. My little SUV gets about 20 mpg, with a 4WD, and sufficient power to drive through a foot of snow. It gets me to work when I need to get to work, since employment is not optional for me.