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Originally Posted by FwdFtl
Isn't this relative to COL? I'd imagine a majority of people in HK are making enough to the point $8/gal is normal? or no?
Maybe it's the ultra rich have cars and peasants ride bikes?
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No, gas prices do no correspond to income and it's definitely not normal. We have a great public transportation system and driving is a luxury no matter where you live. If you add the cost of tolls, parking, insurance, and registration fees, it definitely is pricy. I've concluded that it's way cheaper to just take a cab everywhere I go than to drive.
This does not even start on the topic of car prices which are heavily taxed. Double would be a good estimate compared to us msrp prices.