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Originally Posted by hcoles
The bigger and bigger pickup thing is interesting. Is this caused by car company marketing or by marketing reacting to the buyers?
Another thing... Have you noticed how badges on many cars/trucks have gotten bigger? You are driving around free advertising for the car company. It's not about you, it's about them.
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It's really happened with all vehicles. Look at an Accord or Civic now compared to 30 years ago.
My wife transitioned from a Sedan to a Crossover 6-7 years back. I'd say she was a "follower" in this trend toward SUV/Crossover sales. She was growing increasingly uncomfortable in traffic in her Acura sedan surrounded by taller vehicles.
If it wasn't for needing a tow vehicle, my truck would be a Tacoma or similar, which as you've noted, have grown quite a bit bigger over the last several generations.