Miscellaneous Thoughts: Top 10 best-selling cars in July 2009, diesels paying back quicker than hybrids
As we come closer to wrapping up our first full day in August, we’re taking a short break to bring you some random findings on the Internet.
Top 10 best-selling cars in July 2009: The results for July 2009 are slowly coming in and we now have a list of the top 10 best-selling cars for the month. – KickingTires
- Ford F-Series: 36,327
- Toyota Camry: 33,974
- Honda Civic: 30,037
- Honda Accord: 29,774
- Toyota Corolla: 29,593
- Chevy Silverado: 27,617
- Ford Focus: 21,830
- Ford Escape: 20,241
- Nissan Altima: 19,252
- Toyota Prius: 19,173
Diesels paying back quicker than hybrid models: While Japanese automakers are increasing their focus on implementing hybrid systems into their vehicles, German automakers continue to stay true to diesel models. Edmunds.com’s recent research shows that a diesel model’s payback time is quicker than a hybrid-electric model. – AutoObserver
GM to boost Q3 production: General Motors Company plans to boost third-quarter production by 35 percent over second-quarter levels. GM said it will build 210,000 cars and 325,000 light trucks in the three-month period, reports Automotive News.
– Stephen Calogera