Gas prices are a huge concern for the economy these days. Prices are hurting many people, especially the blue collar and lower working class. As citizens, we should be up to date on the presidential candidates stand on gas prices. And for those who do not know, according to MSNBC.com here are each candidates take on the vehicle fuel economy:

“Obama wants to double fuel economy standards in 18 years and give automakers tax credits to retool plants and invest in advanced lightweight materials and new engines.

McCain has not specified vehicle fuel economy targets; voted against energy amendments in 2003 that would have boosted fuel economy standards to 40 mpg by 2015; supports increasing fines for car companies that do not meet standards; and wants to provide tax credits based on vehicles' carbon emissions.”

Changing standards that will not impact the economy until 18 years later seems so far off in the distance when we really need help now. Obama seems to be on the right track when it comes to his idea on the fuel economy issue. It is a smart idea to improve engines (like Honda has started doing) making them more fuel efficient, while at the same time making advances in materials and plants. I think our best bet is to adopt the “go green” trend and make the idea a permanent adaptation to our culture. The only think I'm not very keen on is giving automakers tax credits? I'm pretty sure that will be coming out of my pocket.