[widgeon13]

While I agree that unions are part of the problem, customers beating down the doors for gas guzzling big freakin SUV's and GM and the others delivering them are equally to blame.

I've seen more Ford Excursions, Suburbans and Hummers in the last couple of years and most only have one person at the controls and all that empty space and extra weight. Some folks need those vehicles, but most can do without. In many cases, it's just a status symbol.