Supply Issues and Rising Gas Costs Pushing Up Car Prices By Huw Evans Apr 23 2011 Share this Article Tweet However, this current set of circumstances might provide an opportunity, particularly for Detroit car makers, who’ve been struggling in recent years. Continue Reading... Filed under: Economy Cars Ford GM Toyota UncategorizedTags: 2011 chevy cruze, Auto prices, auto supply chains, ford fiesta, ford motor company, general motors, japan earthquake, production suspension, rising gas prices, small cars, Toyota Motor Co, toyota prius