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Story summary
- The American auto landscape shifts as Chevrolet, Ford Motor Company, and Dodge abandon sedans for trucks and SUVs.
- This shift diminishes connection between race cars and consumer vehicles as foreign automakers dominate the compact car market.
- The shift began in 2009 with Cash for Clunkers, eliminating many affordable cars.
- National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is exploring electric racing.
- Analysts warn that short-term profits threaten American car design.
