Honda Ends US Station Wagon Sales Amid SUV Shift

Station wagons have largely disappeared from the U.S. market, with most manufacturers discontinuing these models due to the rise of minivans and SUVs. Honda, once a prominent provider of wagons like the Civic and Accord variants, ended their U.S. wagon offerings around 1998, shifting focus to crossovers such as the CR-V. Meanwhile, Italian automotive designer Mirko Del Prete has created a modern digital rendering of the Lancia Lybra HPE, reimagining this classic station wagon with contemporary styling as a tribute to its legacy. The original Lancia Lybra, produced from 1999 to 2006, was notable for its comfort-oriented design and premium positioning within the Fiat group but eventually faded due to a lack of updates. Both the decline of traditional wagons in the U.S. and the homage to European station wagons like the Lybra highlight shifting consumer preferences and the enduring appeal of the wagon body style in certain markets. This contrast underscores how the station wagon, while nearly extinct in America, remains a significant design icon and inspiration abroad.