September's hurricanes and $3-a-gallon gasoline served as a turning point in consumer preference. If this trend continues in '06, the Big Three, which rely heavily on light trucks for the majority of their sales, could experience accelerated market share losses.

John Murphy

Consumer Continues Gallon Gasoline Hurricanes Point Preference Served Trend Turning

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