Recently on a site about classic car insurance an article was posted discussing the need for a specific tax against specialty and classic cars. The argument was made that these cars are major gas hogs and add to the greenhouse gas problem. A vintage Camaro for example gets 9 MPG and burns fuel without the aid of a catalytic converter and uses an air-breathing carburetor. Needless to say it’s obvious why these cars would come under fire from the environmentalists.
There is little to fear from this class of cars. The percentage of collectible cars on the road is tiny. These cars are also typically owned as secondary cars and only see the road in perfect weather conditions. They are owned by collectors who can afford to have a “toy” car, which means typically mature adults. Many of these owners either maintain their cars themselves or regularly have them serviced to keep them in good condition.
Vintage car insurance is typically cheaper than standard car insurance. In order to offer these lower premiums the car insurance companies put restrictions on use of these vehicles. These restrictions go a long way to minimizing the impact of these cars on the environment. For example most of these cars are limited to a maximum of 2,000 miles a year in order to qualify for the discounted price.
While I understand the frenzy of paranoia that has come about because of the gas price crisis in the case of classic and vintage cars it is unwarranted. There just is not enough of a presence on the radar for these vehicles. Their footprint is tiny compared to the gas guzzling SUVs and Minivans that we all drive on a daily basis.
Sooner or later our country is going to have to face their addiction to oil head on. Conversion to alternative fuel sources and conservation are going to be the watchwords of the day. I think once we as a nation accept that our sense of panic will subside. And we can go back and drive our cars in peace.
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One activity you will never grow bored of is Tank driving!
Tank Driving is a thrilling driving experience and is ideal for corporate entertainment and participation events. Put on your army gear and settle into the driving seat of an Abbott tracked gun, an Armoured Personnel Carrier or a six-wheeled Stalwart, and get ready to learn tank driving!
There’s plenty of classic driving experiences like Rally Driving and Motor Racing. Try out some of the skills of champion rally drivers in a fast and furious Rally Car driving day. Get ready to hit the racing track for some serious fun in a mind-blowing Racing experience day.
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This is an amazing experience for anyone that likes a bit of the rough stuff!
It’s an all terrain experience and lots of fun as you gain driving skills that could one day save your life in a Skid Control experience day.
Throw in a feisty 4 x 4 vehicle, mud, water and steep terrain and you’ll soon have the adrenalin flowing!
With a huge range of Ferrari driving experiences at zones across the Uk you are guaranteed to find the perfect Ferrari event for you or a loved one.
Ease the clutch up and listen to the engine roar as over 400 horses demand to be released from under the bonnet. Many are overwhelmed when they see the car they are about to drive for the first time - At thr wheel of a Ferrari you will feel like a king.
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One note of warning though, driving experience days are guaranteed to make your friends and work colleagues green with envy!