Originally Posted by Troopa-R
I don't think anyone disputes this. But it's still significant given MT's historically domestic preference and the very strong domestic presence in the candidate list (Dodge Caliber, Buick Lucerne, Pontiac Solstice)
The reason for the 'very strong domestic presence' in the candidates is because only brand new models for that year are qualified to compete. There were probably more new domestic brand car models than there were import brands.