In a climate where oversized and underutilized SUVs cluttered congested roadways, it came as little surprise that drivers, especially those in urban areas, started to focus on finding vehicles that were easier to maneuver and, thankfully, easier on the wallet. We Americans have had a variety of small and efficient cars from which to choose, but when the tiny smart fortwo went on sale in early 2008, it made those rides appear offensively large by comparison. As a result, perception of small cars is a changin’.