What Consumers Drive... Drives the Auto Industry

Our customers use their vehicles in many diverse ways — for business, with family, and in the pursuit of fun. With so many different consumer needs, automakers must offer a wide range of vehicle choices to fit every lifestyle.

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How consumers use their vehicles is evident in the latest sales data.

In 2017, Americans continued to favor light trucks (SUVs, vans and pickups). Nationwide, 65% of total new vehicle sales were light trucks, compared to 35% for new cars. In 47 states more than half of new vehicle sales were light trucks.

Auto buyers shopping for new vehicles now have more energy-efficient vehicles to choose from than ever. More than 490 models on sale today achieve high mileage (30+ MPG highway), including 43 hybrids, 19 plug-in hybrids, and 30 electric vehicles. And, traditional gasoline engines are getting increasingly fuel efficient as a result of new technologies.

Across America, consumers make new vehicle choices based on their own needs and preferences.

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Every state is different. Choose your location and see the 2016 sales data for different classes and types of vehicles.

SUV/CUV Sales

Nationwide Rankings by State

Percentage of Total State Sales in 2016
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Figures compiled by Auto Alliance with data provided by IHS Markit as of December 31, 2017. See State
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SUV/CUV Sales Ranked by State

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