Gas Prices Are Going Through the Roof. Automakers Aren’t Bothered.

The cars on display at the New York City International Auto Show, which opened to the public at the end of last week, have a lot in common. There are rows of souped-up trucks with fearsome grills, and SUVs that all seem to feature the same smooth lines and sleek, narrow headlights. Casual visitors might even have a hard time differentiating between several of the new models automakers debuted at the Javits Center, where the auto show is held. This year’s Volkswagen Atlas looks a lot like the 202...