Max Dodge
LOL.
Like it or not, each region has its own design
Yeah right! I weigh 300lbs and have never had a problem. I have never even heard of problems with cars due to weight of cargo although I do know of one Ford Mondeo that has settled on its springs a bit after 200,000 miles. A new set of springs would see it back as new.
Part of that is because we drive longer distances,
So you are saying now that it is easier on the car in the States. Certainly long distances are infinitely easier than the narrow twisty lanes we have in Europe although our freeways generally have average speeds of 80mph or so.
Built like a Mercedes 3678Max Dodge Confirm all you like but the fact remains that most European pickups have a one metric ton payload. Even the huge numbers of extended...
Another factor in those distances is the fact that
Still easier on a car. In Africa half the distances would be on unmetalled roads and similarly in India and Pakistan. Have you watched the news and seen what driving conditions are like there?
Add to this that our fuel has
I fail to see how driving a lot is relevant except that you do fewer cold starts per mile. 200,000 miles is the same distance wherever you are.
I have yet to see a pick up truck from Japan deal with the
Half ton eh? I don't think there are many pick-ups sold in Europe with a payload of less than a ton but there you go. Most of your pick-ups seem to carry not a lot more than fishing tackle.
Built like a Mercedes 3677Yes, you find it funny, I find it sad. In general, an Asian designed vehicle will last maybe five years without major needs. Used to be...
Huw
