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Aug 11
If the later designs of the SAIC Maxus T60 and T70 resemble the interior layout of the Ford Ranger, sales would definitely go up. After all, pickup trucks are considered commercial vehicles, not regular cars, and they require annual inspections. In many areas, there are restrictions on trucks, which is quite frustrating, and not many people are willing to buy them. I don't even dare to drive my own T60; each time I drive, I risk losing 3 points. Sigh...
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