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Delarage

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Tue Dec 24, 2024, 11:55 PM Dec 24

In 1993, Ford and GM hybrids [View all]

Combined batteries with small diesel powerplants and got 72 MPG trying to achieve challenge of 80 MPG set by President Clinton.

Bush v. Gore happened and that all went to crap 😭

]https://www.carscoops.com/2024/04/snag-this-2000-ford-prodigy-concept-that-inspired-the-five-hundred/

https://moparinsiders.com/meet-dodges-20-year-old-four-door-sedan-that-got-72-mpg/

Imagine what the world would be like if Carter had a second term, Gore wasn't shafted, Russia didn't help 45, and Kamala/Tim had won.

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In 1993, Ford and GM hybrids [View all] Delarage Dec 24 OP
It breaks my heart MadameButterfly Dec 25 #1
Me, too, Madame. Silver Gaia Dec 25 #3
😭 Silver Gaia Dec 25 #2
Al Gore won Florida. rubbersole Dec 25 #4
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