All good things, as the saying goes, must come to an end, and the word in the industry is that 2007 is going to be the last model year for the Ford Freestar. Somehow, this minivan offering never quite caught on in a family-transportation market dominated by SUVs.

It's a shame, too, because the Freestar is a comfortable ride that incorporates some really innovative safety features. Roomy interiors, easy handling, and a quiet cabin all draw praise from drivers and reviewers alike, but the bottom line has spoken: the 2007 Ford Freestar will be the last.