Besides a sports car, most men dream of owning a Sports Utility Vehicle or SUV. It is known to other countries as a
four-wheel drive, commonly abbreviated as 4x4 (four by four.) It is a passenger vehicle that has an increased number of passenger capacity compared to a car and can also carry more loads. Most SUV's have no trunk where baggage are usually placed.
In an SUV, the baggage and cargos are usually placed on top of the vehicle. The passenger compartment is combined with the cargo compartment; sometimes the cargos can be placed at the very back of the vehicle, behind the last row of seats. Newer versions of the SUV promises more
efficient fuel consumption.
During the 90's and early 2000, SUV's became a popular hit in
North America and Australia. Consumers loved the fact that it can hold more cargos. They also like the higher ride height of the SUV and the idea that SUV offers better safety than cars. A full-size SUV has also a great towing capability; it can tow trailers and boats easily making it more versatile than conventional cars. Most SUV's have 5 or more seats available for the passengers, making it a better vehicle for long trips with friends and families, which was another factor for its popularity. However, when the price of gasoline soared, the popularity of SUV's came crashing down.
