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      01-21-2023, 12:28 PM   #42
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Originally Posted by Patton250 View Post
It’s actual laws that are being passed. These laws are forcing auto manufacturers to switch.
Previous laws include, among many, seatbelts, ABS, airbags, third brake light, tempered glass, back up cameras, rear mirrors, bumpers, catalytic converters and fuel efficiency. None have bankrupted the auto industry. All have made better products. And even with mandates and consumer support, the auto industry still cheats. (Speaking to you VW.)

Capitalism, in its pure form, sucks. What we have in the west, this hybrid capitalism/socialism system, coupled with a semi-democratic regime, is the best we’ve come up with. We wouldn’t have or be on the internet if it weren’t for it. Rejoice!
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