Posted 8/2/2026 11:40 (#11716568 - in reply to #11716292) Subject: You should know why by now
East central Iowa
Why Plain Trucks Are Gone
Government Rules Fuel Economy: Strict government rules force brands to use advanced engines and hybrid tech to hit miles-per-gallon goals.Safety: Federal laws require backup cameras, airbags, and strong steel cabins that need heavy wiring and computers.Emissions: Clean-air laws demand complex computer controls on every engine to cut pollution.