Industry's Big Hope for Small Cars Fades

AutoWay Honda in Clearwater, Fla., last summer could hardly keep fuel-efficient models like the Civic sedan and Fit on the lot. "When one would come in, it'd be out the door the same day practically," said Brian Speas, the dealership's general manager.

Now, Mr. Speas is struggling to get customers to give them a look. He has a whole row of Civic hybrids that draw little interest, and a half-dozen Fits that have been sitting unsold for more than ... Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Mike LaBonte - Mar 23, 2009 - 12:32 PM PDT
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by Mike LaBonte - Mar. 23, 2009

Great information on national vehicle stock shifts, but no source is named. Evidence regarding local conditions is well identified, however. The only person interviewed for a national viewpoint indicates that small cars gained market share, pouring a little cold water on the story's title claim. No buyer viewpoint.

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