SUV Sales Jump AGAIN In August — Who's Going To STOP Selling Cars, Like Ford, NEXT?

Looking at August's sales figures across the board, one thing is clear: Sport-utility vehicle sales are not slowing down. And, automakers are expected to continue giving buyers what they want.

But, no one else has announced that they are going to take dramatic action in the restructuring of their product portfolio, like Ford. Remember, earlier in 2018 Ford made the striking announcement that the company would stop selling conventional sedans and cars with the exception of two nameplates.

While we weren't totally surprised to hear of this, we were a bit taken aback that it was Ford, a major auto manufacturer, rather than a niche, luxury company.

That said, consumer tastes continue to place a squeeze on the auto companies. So, who's NEXT? Who will announce a major shift in their offerings?

Place your bets, Spies!


Top automakers pointed to a small increase in U.S. auto sales in August including another sharp rise in SUV sales, as low unemployment and strong consumer confidence helped mitigate the impact of rising interest rates and fuel prices.

The reports from Ford Motor Co and other top carmakers follow a rise in consumer confidence to a near 18-year high which allayed fears about the impact of President Trump’s protectionist trade policy on sentiment.

Analysts said the results were roughly on track to meet Reuters-compiled consensus forecasts for the annualized pace of U.S. car and light truck sales of 16.8 million units for the month, compared to 16.6 million a year ago...
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TomM - 9/5/2018 7:00:13 AM

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Mitsubishi - they really only sell one car anyway

MDarringer - 9/5/2018 8:16:43 AM

+1 Boost

Although GM says they are doubling down on cars, that strategy just won't last long.

Does Subaru really need the Legacy or the Impreza sedans?

CANADIANCOMMENTS - 9/5/2018 8:40:06 AM

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The US car market is approx 17m units. I don't see a CUV/SUV solution being right for every consumer and every budget. I predict the "no cars" decision will be revised in the future. The mix will change with consumer tastes, but I don't think any automaker should completely abandon cars.

Runamukk - 9/5/2018 8:57:23 AM

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GMC?...lol

OneOfOne - 9/5/2018 9:00:31 AM

+2 Boost

sedans just dont make sense anymore except for commuters. coupes while cool are just a niche. probably would be more bikes except for the airheaded women who just have to text while driving.

ricks0me - 9/5/2018 8:13:07 PM

+1 Boost

I have owned vehicles since the 1970s, I've never owned a SUV ... and who came up with the name Sport Utility Vehicle ..... nothing sport about any of them.

MDarringer - 9/5/2018 11:11:03 PM

+1 Boost

Depends on your definition of sport.

mini22 - 9/7/2018 11:14:11 AM

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Well I am frankly surprised that FCA is still selling the 300. But then again the platform is so old and no redevelopment that the cost to build it must be pretty cheap for them.