Research Paper

ECON 211 Research Paper Outline

Economic Impact of SUVs

I. Abstract

The SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle) is one of the most popular types of vehicle to both own and drive. Last year, SUVs and minivans outsold conventional cars for the first time. However, the SUV is increasingly coming under attack for its fuel economy, emissions standards and safety record. Vehicle fuel efficiency across the US is now at its lowest level since 1980. However, in July, California governor Gray Davis signed legislation requiring the California Air Resources Board to develop regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from passenger vehicles. This includes SUVs. California accounts for 13 percent of the nation's auto market, so manufacturers of cars, SUVs and trucks are sure to comply with the state's edict, if they cannot get it softened or overturned. This could have enormous economic impact on all of the United States.

II. Introduction

This section sets up the problem.

III. Review of Literature

This section should be a brief summary (2-3 pages max) of the major studies and findings that have been published on the research topic and how your study will contribute or add to what has already been studied.

1. Identify major findings on the topic through the present time.

2. Summarize each study in terms of what they did and what they found.

3. Summarize the body of literature by point out similarities and differences in the studies and noting any deficiencies.

4. Conclude by leading into your research question.

IV. Theory / Modeling Section

This section provides a clear description of the theory that you are going to apply to my research problem.

V. Data section

This section describes your data.

VI. Analysis and Results

VII. Conclusions