In 1948 Hudson introduced a completely new line of slab-sided cars with the famous "Step Down" interior design, drastically lowering the center of gravity and improving handling by a wide margin. The cars were sleek, low and aerodynamic, and featured unit-body construction and many advanced body engineering features.

The Super Six L-head grew to 262 cid, larger than the Eight and with more horsepower. The Brougham Convertible in both the Super and Commodore was not available for most of the year—impacting sales. It did not arrive until August, 1948.

It should be noted that both the Commodore and Super rode on the same chassis and were identical—both having 6 and 8-cylinder availability in most models. The Commodore was merely more luxuriously appointed and trimmed.

Model year sales hit the 117,400 unit level. This was a great shot in the arm for Hudson and proved that they were on the mark with consumers.

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