If everyone in california didn't live 60 miles from where they work driving SUV's wouldn't be such a problem. Most of the people I hear complaining about gas live an hour from where they work.

Live closer, gas prices don't hit you as hard. I don't hard core off-road my X, but I can't imagine owning a house without having a truck or SUV. Too many things you need to do that you can't fit things in a car.