Higgy – thanks a good point and observation. Leasing.
I was lucky to be able to write off my vehicle, whether owned or leased, so I bought. Every vehicle I owned was for at least 10 years and driven into the ground. And most were American. Only my latest acquisition (2001 Audi). And I like it so much and take care of it. Probably going to outlive the normal 10-year hold.
Why do you think most Americans are such a disposable society? Is it ADD? Bored w/what they have? Grass is greener? Competitiveness? Unhappy? Looking for material things to fill the void?