" four on-road modes: Normal, Eco, Slippery and Sand, and Sport."--I thought it was the drivers talent that got him through the dirt, mud, snow and streams not some stupid switch.  Seems like a lot of electronics  for an off road vehicle, hope it survives the elements. I guess full frames and V8 engines are a thing of the past. Looks good though, hope it succeeds.    ... View more

An interesting take on salting roads-You have a good point. A few years back, the NYC mayor got grief because the public was caught off guard on an early winter snow storm. Thousands stuck in snow covered streets that were not cleared. After that, the roads were salted heavily at the slightest hint of snow. ... View more

That was an intereseting read. I remember the cadillac cars of the early 70's rusting along the body mouldings when they were only a few years old. Wasn't there a class action law suit-something about crappy steel from Japan? Anyway-I keep my 77GP under a shelter here in NY. I take it out during the winter but always avoid road salt, rain and snow.  ... View more