Malcolm Gladwell, author of “The Tipping Point”, and “Blink”, wrote this article for the New Yorker back in 2004:
http://www.gladwell.com/2004/2004_01_12_a_suv.html
As is usually the case with Malcolm’s writing, his perspective on the SUV phenomenon is unique, informative, and entertaining.

I can’t read it. It’s too long!
hey Steve! I hunted you down. :) I’m thinking you need to update this baby… ok, wow. I have "blink" on my nightstand too. We sure do have a bunch in common don’t we? Also- I scrolled down and noticed that you linked Chris Knape of the Grand Rapids Press- this is the guy I introduced you guys to @ the yacht club- remember the electric car? small world!