By: Aman Chabra

With gas prices continually on the rise, it's not suprising that smaller, more fuel-efficient cars are all the rage. But where does that leave trucks and SUV's?

Right now, sales of these traditional gas-guzzlers are down around the nation. So much so, that some of the country's most prominent automobile makers are preparing to downgrade their production.

In fact, Ford Motor Company has announced they will reduce their production of F-150's this quarter from 455,000 last year to 265,000 this year. Now, other automakers are considering following suit which means the selection of new trucks and suv's at local dealerships will probably be much less than normal.

Despite the drop in sales among many of the country's most prominent auto companies, Teton Toyota in Idaho Falls feels very positive about their sales outlook when it comes to trucks and SUV's.

"Customers driving the big SUV's that still need the room but may not need all the power can still get great fuel economy with many or our cars," said Bill Duvall, a sales manager at Teton Toyota.

Hybrid technology on trucks and SUV's has helped as well.

"It's such a technologically advanced car that most of our customers are getting 55 to 60 miles to the gallon," Duvall said.

The key for consumers is practicality instead of visibility.

"A lot of people buy the biggest, coolest truck they can, that they don't really need. So, I would just take a look at your needs and what you're going to be using the truck for on a daily basis," Duvall said.