Money Cars take the exit: Parts shortages force automakers to end Mazda 6, Toyota Avalon in favor of SUVs August 13, 2021August 13, 2021 Nathan Bomey, USA TODAY Comments Off on Cars take the exit: Parts shortages force automakers to end Mazda 6, Toyota Avalon in favor of SUVs The VW Passat and Toyota Avalon are the latest cars to be discontinued as chip shortages force companies to prioritize popular SUVs. Are Malibus next?