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Japanese cars picked up across the board
The London News.Net
Wednesday 27th August, 2008
Strong demand has improved global sales for Japanese cars.
Japan's top three automakers, Nissan, Toyota and Honda are benefitting from their reputation for fuel-efficient models, with drivers face higher petrol prices.
Toyota said its global production totalled 720,923 vehicles in July, up 9% from a year ago.
Nissan saw production jump 27% and Honda reported an 18% rise.
Japanese car makers have been faring better than their US rivals as drivers switch from SUVs to smaller, more fuel-efficient models.
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