Gas-guzzlers needed by horse-loving families

I DRIVE a 1996 three-litre diesel Toyota Land Cruiser. It costs me more than e1,000 a year to tax and only averages 25mpg.

Why do I drive such a monstrosity?

I live in the country and I need to tow two horses from time to time. The combined weight of horses and trailer comes to 2,400kg. Going on recommended maximum safe towing weights, the only vehicle I can use is a large jeep. I would love to buy a modern, environmentally-friendly vehicle, but until someone invents one that can safely carry my family and horses, and that a person on a normal wage can afford, I will be forced to drive my gas-guzzler.