The Ford Fiesta is on the Right Track

In the past, small cars were used by those who couldn't afford the perks of a big car. They didn't have any sort of styler, no airbags, and after a while the startup may have become difficult. But nowadays things are changing. Small cars are becoming more luxurious and appealing to the public. Take for example the Ford Fiesta, it may be a small car but it has a lot to offer; stability control, anti-lock brakes, automatic dimming mirrors, a voice activated sound system, almost every kind of airbag you'd ever want (including one for your knees!), and most importantly, 40 miles to the gallon. Obama's administration understads the huge problem that our gas-guzzling economy is causing our future. Because of this they are setting a goal that mist be met by 2025- most cars on the market must be 2 times more fuel efficient than those sold in 2009. In order to reach this goal they are setting mini targets in 2017. But California says Obama's plan isn't enough. They are setting their own standards separate from those of the nation stating that every year the average fuel economy of every car must boost by 3 to 6%. They understand that not every car will follow the standard, but their hope is that most will, and that will make a huge difference.

I believe that the Ford Fiesta will help the Auto industry reach this fuel efficiency goal set by California and the entire nation. although it may seem like a lot to increase by 50% or more in just 15 years, from 1975 to 1987 the fuel efficiency increased by 67%...so our nation's goals are by no means impossible. Another reason I believe that the Auto Industry will accept and abde by these changes is because the rest of the world is already doing so. Europe and China have already set standards and are reaching them, if we don't do the same then our auto industry will only cater to one nation, ultimately making it less valuable. I do not see that mistake in our future.