AutoWorld.com Automotive Poll Results

Would you buy auto insurance online?
Yes 46%
No 54%

Do you find automotive magazines valuable?

Yes 80%
No 20%

Do you think red light cameras on stop lights will reduce intersection collisions?

Yes 57%
No 42%

Do you think Gas prices will hit $3.00 a gallon this summer ?

Yes 43%
No 56%

Which of the three large Manufacturers is the most innovative in designing their new vehicles?

DaimlerChrysler 55%
Ford 26%
General Motors 17%

Do you think the new Cabriolets are worth the extra money?

Yes 40%
No 59%

Who builds the toughest truck?

Chevrolet 29%
Dodge 19%
Ford 31%
GMC 6%
Toyota 13%

Do you think European cars look more stylish and luxurious than cars made in the U.S.?

Yes 77%
No 22%

Are you opposed to banning cell phone use while driving?

Yes 55%
No 44%

Have you ever seen a close call or crash resulting from a driver using a cell phone?

Yes 71%
No 28%

Do you talk on your cell phone while you're driving your vehicle?

Yes 71%
No 28%

Do  you think NHTSA should put tighter restrictions on trucks (on highways) that carry loose objects in their flatbeds?
Yes 92%
No 7%

Do you believe Airbags can cause severe head injuries?
Yes 63%
No 36%

Do you think cell phones distract drivers from driving more cautiously?
Yes 89%
No 10%

Would you consider purchasing a Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) rather than vehicles run on gasoline?
Yes 67%
No 32%

What do you think is the coolest looking Concept Car?
Nissan's Alpha T 11%
Chrysler's Crossfire 20%
Land Rover's Kalahari 7%
Jeep's Willys 5%
Toyota's WiLL 7%
Chevrolet's Borrego 16%
BMW's X Coupe 24%
Dodge's Powerbox 5%

Do you think the NHTSA has acted fast enough against Firestone and Ford ?
Yes 19%
No 80%

Which 2001 luxury vehicle would you buy?
Mercedes-Benz C-320 100%
BMW 525i sedan 0%
Buick Park Ave Ultra 0%
Acura CL 3.2 w/ Navigation 0%
Audi A6 2.8 Sedan 0%
Lexus GS 300 0%
Lincoln LS V6 Sedan 0%
Volvo V70 0%

What is a better SUV?
Ford Explorer 22%
Isuzu Trooper 3%
Mitsubishi Montero 8%
Suzuki XL-7 2%
BMW X5 33%
Chevy Avalanche 12%
Mercedes-Benz ML 17% 

Do you feel the need to buy an extended warranty when purchasing a new vehicle?
Yes 22.8%
No 77.2%

Where do you have your vehicle repaired?
Local Dealership Or Independent Repair Shop 64.7%
At Home, Do It Yourself 35.3%

Do you feel the need to buy an extended warranty when purchasing a new vehicle?
Yes 22.8%
No 77.2%

What do you feel is a realistic, and fair price for a gallon of gasoline?
.95 to 1.05 37.1%
1.06 to 1.15 62.9%
1.16 to 1.26 0%
1.27 to 1.40 0%
Current 1.45 to 1.80 0%

Regardless of popularity, what vehicle below do you feel is the most useful for transporting today's busy families?
Full Size Stationwagon 14.4%
Full Size Custom Van 31.4%
Full Size Sport Utility Vehicle

 

 

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