Google Searches for SUVs and Trucks Prevail in American Market

Step aside hybrid cars and compact sedans; gas-guzzling SUVs and trucks remain what most Americans are Googling these days.

Different makes and models of trucks and SUVs were the most searched vehicles in 23 states, according to a Google search analysis by Gold Eagle. Only two states had top searches for electric and hybrid vehicles.

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The most searched for car was the Buick Enclave, coming out on top in eight states. Subarus were also a popular pick with different models trumping car searches in six states.

While Google search results doesn’t indicate American purchasing habits, earlier this week Ford reported that it saw a significant boost in sales for its signature Ford Explorer.

Sales for the SUV were up 23% in June compared to the same time last year. Ford Sales Analyst Erich Merkle commented on last month’s performance of Ford brand SUVs.

“[It’s] the first time that we’ve sold over the 400,000 mark Ford brand SUVs at any time in Ford’s history,” said Merkle.

This news comes at a time where electric cars are seeing a lot of hype and Tesla’s Model 3—its most affordable car—enters production.

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