Aside from the points mentioned in the article, I see a lot of arguments about economy: Real income isn't rising while cars are getting more and more expensive. Just checked the price of new Leaf, and it costs the same as median 1 year salary (before tax).
I think that explains why much gasoline "kei" cars (i.e. cars with less than 0.66 liter engine) are popular. They are much cheaper to buy, cheaper to maintain, etc.
I think that explains why much gasoline "kei" cars (i.e. cars with less than 0.66 liter engine) are popular. They are much cheaper to buy, cheaper to maintain, etc.