[central_va]

Who decided front wheel drive was the ONLY configuration? The only reasonably priced rear wheel drive car is the Mustang... Only one US made car to choose from with rear wheel drive? UFB.

Why rear wheel drive is comming back.

[green iguana]

Chrysler 300 is reasonably priced.

[biff]

The primary reason US manufacturers decided to pass off FWD on the American car buyer was cost. It was cheaper to build a self contained power unit that could be installed on the production line as one piece.(engine/transmission) The old front engine/rear drive was comprised of too many pieces that required more assembly line stations and personel. In addition, the transmission/driveline/rear end components required more materials, mostly metals, to manufacture than a self contained and relatively compact transaxle.