Smaller, Sleeker and Electric: Why Cars May Be Ready for a Revival

For years, sedans and wagons lost ground to pickups, trucks, and crossover SUVs. Now, high fuel prices, buyer fatigue with oversized vehicles, and a new generation of electric models could be giving traditional cars another chance.

In this episode of TechMobility Topics, I examine why sedans and wagons may be poised for a comeback—and how electrification could make their efficiency, lower profile, and everyday practicality attractive again. Volvo’s consideration of a midsize electric sedan and wagon for U.S. showrooms in 2028 may be more than a product decision. It could signal a broader industry rethink of what American drivers will want next.