MARQUETTE, MI – (Great Lakes Radio News) – Car and truck sales posted solid gains in February, as those in the industry wonder about the impact of spending cuts in Washington.
GM posted a 7 percent sales increase in February. Chrysler sales were up 4 percent. Ford lead the way with a 9 percent sales jump.
Among foreign automakers, Toyota sales rose 4 percent, while Volkswagen reported a three percent sales increase in last month. It was VW’s best February since 1973.
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