As a builder of 15 years, I have learned that we have a certain image to uphold when it comes to our vehicles. When you think builder you automatically think...truck...a really big and loud truck for hauling. I think it might just be more of an image thing than a necessity, but I have certainly been among those that have owned my fair share of the gas guzzling monstrosities we call our prize ride...until last year when I saw the light!!
I must admit the initial idea of going from riding HIGHER above those crazy people on the highway in cars and SUVs to a LOWER level that seemed at the time a matter of granting myself a death wish, was of no interest to me AT ALL. Now despite popular belief, the other little thing we men have sometimes that gets in our way of responsible decision making called EGO, had absolutely nothing to do with my reluctance to switch to a hybrid car...just FYI.
Now, not to belittle the benefits of energy efficiency, natural resource preservation, and sustainability that a hybrid vehicle contributes, because these were all definite pluses when considering my next investment for the company; however, for all of you where monetary returns on your investment are at large the final decision making factor--you would approve.
Check out my new ride and I challenge all the builders out there...buy green!
