February 2008 -- First there were sedans, then came minivans, and shortly thereafter SUVs became the choice of mom, dad and the kids. Now vehicles merging the best of cars, vans and SUVs known as "Crossovers" are fast becoming the people hauler of choice for families.
But picking out a new car these days can be tough. Many Americans want better gas mileage, but don't want to give up the room of the bigger vehicles they've grown accustom to. Since Crossovers are car-based rather than truck-based, the ride and fuel economy are better then traditionally larger vehicles. And better design and technology has given some the aerodynamics of a sports car, while still, unbelievably, having room for eight.
