Truck sales break skid in 2010
Jan 13, 2011 4:32 PM
Retail truck sales were up significantly in 2010, according to figures compiled by Ward’s Automotive Group.
It marked the first gain since the pre-buy of diesel powered trucks caused by the stringent emissions regulations that took effect in 2007.
Overall, truck sales were up 19% from their 2009 levels. Class 3 trucks (10,000 to 14,000 pounds GVWR) led the way with a 45% increase. Other strong performers included Class 5 (16,001-19,500 pounds GVWR), up 29%, and Class 6 (19,501-26,000 pounds), up 32% compared with 2009.
Classes 3-8, the heart of the commercial truck business, combined to post a 22% gain. Please see table for details.
Retail truck sales
2009 vs. 2010
GVW class |
2010 |
2009 |
% change |
|
1 |
4,244,602 |
3,527,911 |
20% |
|
2 |
1,513,041 |
1,305,821 |
16% |
|
3 |
161,442 |
111,704 |
45% |
|
4 |
12,081 |
19,858 |
-39% |
|
5 |
30,976 |
23,942 |
29% |
|
6 |
29,143 |
22,001 |
32% |
|
7 |
38,350 |
39,087 |
-2% |
|
8 |
107,152 |
94,798 |
13% |
|
Total |
6,136,787 |
5,145,122 |
19% |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Classes 3-8 |
379,144 |
311,390 |
22% |
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