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US hybrid sales slump in September

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What would happen when the cash for clunkers sales boom came to an end has been a question many automotive executives in the USA dared not think about. However, it sold 2,138 hybrids in September which is 116 per cent up compared to September 2008 – sales of the Milan/Escape hybrid were down 11.3

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A closer look at US auto sales in July

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Yesterday we told you how the cash for clunkers scheme has enjoyed early success in the USA. per cent new vehicles sales market share for the month, the highest monthly share to date. per cent compared to July 2008 although it was the company’s highest volume month so far this year. Reported sales jumped 31.8

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Hybrid sales leap in the US

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The cash for clunkers campaign has given a massive boost to hybrid sales in the US, with a reported leap by 48.6 per cent of new vehicle sales. General Motors: GM sold a total of 1,708 hybrids during the month – an increase of 4.8 The Civic Hybrid meanwhile sold 717 units, down 77 per cent compared to August 2008.

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