The other factor in the Accord’s success is competition. We don’t just mean from the Camry, although the Accord’s longtime rival is enjoying unprecedented success at this time. However, a resurgent General Motors is also in the hunt with its Saturn Aura, which was crowned North American Car of the Year. At the same time the new Accord is introduced, Chevrolet will introduce the 2008 Malibu, shown here. While previously an also-ran in the segment, the new ‘Bu promises more power and sophistication than we’ve ever seen in a mid-grade GM sedan before. With so many good sedans headed our way, 2008 promises to be a horn of plenty for family sedan buyers.