Pickups and SUVs muscle out sedans, e-cars in US market

Detroit

CAR makers appealed to Americans' deep love of SUVs and trucks on Monday at the Detroit Auto Show, unveiling a host of choices from luxurious to utilitarian, while also beefing up the humble sedan.

From European car makers to American icons, there were dozens of new offerings for the North American market. While sedans and electric cars were still in the game, the industry clearly favoured the large SUVs and trucks that are the source of high profit margins and preferred by US consumers two to one.