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Hyundai, Kia hold strong in December
Both O.C. automakers report upticks in sales last month and in 2009.
By Kristen SchottPublished: January 05, 2010 12:50 PM
Photo courtesy of KiaLocal automakers are reporting their sales stats for December and the full year, and Irvine-based Kia and Fountain Valley-based Hyundai both continue to dominate sales.
Kia recorded its 15th consecutive year of increased market share, according to the company, with a 43.7 percent pop in December sales, compared to the same period in 2008. For the year, the automaker saw a 9.8 percent jump compared to 2008. Hyundai also reported a 40.6 percent uptick in numbers last month, compared to December 2008. For the year, sales rose 8 percent, compared to 2008.
Mazda also reported a small increase in December, though its 2009 sales were down, compared to 2008.
Click here for a breakdown of the rest of the numbers.
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Photo courtesy of Kia Kia recorded its 15th consecutive year of increased market share, according to the company, with a 43.7 percent pop in December sales, compared to the same period in 2008. For the year, the automaker saw a 9.8 percent jump compared to 2008. Hyundai also reported a 40.6 percent uptick in numbers last month, compared to December 2008. For the year, sales rose 8 percent, compared to 2008. Mazda also reported a small increase in December, though its 2009 sales were down, compared to 2008. Click here for a breakdown of the rest of the numbers. Related headlines Rest assured: Hyundai expands its trademark program Irvine-based Toyota Material Handling launches new social media program Costa Mesa's T3 Motion delivers 'green' mail service |
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