• Market share for traditional mid-size sedans has hit a multi-decade low.
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The American family car is doomed — but that could be good news for some automakers (FCAU, F, GM)
The trend of sedans being passed over for SUVs has been obvious for a while, but market data is starting to prove just how severe the switch has been.
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• A debate has broken out in the auto industry about whether the switch is permanent.
• New crossover SUVs have captured the bank accounts of car buyers.
Americans don't want family sedans anymore.
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The sales trend of sedans being passed over for SUVs and crossovers has been obvious for a while, but market data is starting to prove just how severe the switch has been.
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