smart MHD - welcomed in US or not?

[Mike T]

Automotive News has an article today about why Mazda is not going to bring its mhd type cars with stop-start systems to the USA. Basically it's because the EPA test doesn't consider the positive effect that stop-start has on fuel consumption and emissions. No doubt smart is reluctant to bring these mhd cars over for the same reason - if the mhd is also rated at 33/41, who would buy it? The reality is probably more flattering, especially in the urban cycle.

[Carnut1420]

hello every1 merry christmass. i love ferrari.

[Mike T]

Carnut1420 is a wonderful spammer, IP banned at clubsmartcar.....

[tamarah]

The smart that I'm looking to buy in the land down under (brand new 2008 451 coupe model, with the primo pack and power steering) has this technology, and I have heard a few negative comments on another forum.

Does anyone know when the engine cuts out (when waiting at the lights etc), does the air-conditioning, radio etc cut out too? Just curious as to what else stops when the engine does. Sorry if this is a silly question, but I thought you guys would know the answer.

Thanks once again guys - I love this forum!!!