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AutoTrader.com June trend report shows increasing consumer interest in trucks and SUVs

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Though gas prices are still far from where they were at the beginning of the year, consumers have begun to feel some relief at the pump, which is likely a contributing factor to the rising interest in larger vehicles and the declining interest in more fuel-efficient models, according to AutoTrader.com analysts. year-over-year.

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Cash for Clunkers Buoys US Auto Sales; Hybrid Sales Up 31.8% for Monthly New Vehicle Share of 3.55%

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Some highlights: The all-new redesigned Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted best-ever July sales of 19,173 units, up 29.7% The Tundra full-size pickup recorded July sales of 6,313 units, down 52.9%. American Honda Motor Co., Nevertheless, July was Honda’s highest volume month so far this year. from last year.