May 2009 Yaris sales: Down 26.9% - Toyota Yaris Forums

MadMax · 06-03-2009, 01:25 PM

There are several driving factors...

Right now the national average of gas is $2.52/gal; a year ago it was $3.93/gal (Source)! That alone would easily explain why sub-compacts were in a greater demand; but another consideration is that the economy wasn't as bad a year ago as it is now.

Watch, I bet as gas prices increase more (thanks OPEC!) and the economy tanks even more; smaller, more fuel efficient and less costly cars like the Yaris will become big sellers!

Cheers! M2

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06-03-2009, 01:25 PM	#7
MadMax Drives: 2008 Yaris Liftback (Sprocket) Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Antonio, Texas! Posts: 2,799	There are several driving factors... Right now the national average of gas is $2.52/gal; a year ago it was $3.93/gal (Source)! That alone would easily explain why sub-compacts were in a greater demand; but another consideration is that the economy wasn't as bad a year ago as it is now. Watch, I bet as gas prices increase more (thanks OPEC!) and the economy tanks even more; smaller, more fuel efficient and less costly cars like the Yaris will become big sellers! Cheers! M2