Automakers are sounding the alarm on the decline of wagons, and it's not just a matter of waning consumer interest. According to a recent statement from a leading car manufacturer, the dwindling popularity of wagons can be attributed to a complex array of factors, including stringent safety regulations and rising production costs. As governments continue to push for improved safety features and crashworthiness, the added expense of reengineering wagons to meet these standards is becoming increasingly difficult for manufacturers to justify. With the industry's focus shifting towards more profitable and in-demand models, the future of the wagon may be looking bleaker than ever.
Yet another car company explains why wagons are fading, and it's not just declining demand.
