Blowout Month for Auto Sales May Be Best Since 2004

In November, auto sales for Fiat, Chrysler, Ford, and GM surpassed expectations, driven by holiday specials and low fuel prices. GM and Chrysler projected strong sales rates, with GM forecasting an annual sales rate of over 17 million for the second month this year.

Which car manufacturers exceeded analysts' expectations in November?

• Hyundai, Kia, and Subaru

• BMW, Audi, and Mercedes

• Toyota, Honda, and Nissan

• Fiat, Chrysler, Ford, and GM

What was the main reason buyers flocked to dealerships in November?

• Holiday specials

• New car models

• Government incentives

• High trade-in values

What factors contributed to the increased sales of pickups and SUVs?

• Cheap fuel and easy financing

• High fuel prices and limited financing

• New car models and high demand

• Government incentives and tax breaks

What was GM's forecast for the seasonally adjusted annual sales rate?

• Over 18 million

• Over 15 million

• Over 16 million

• Over 17 million

How did Chrysler's forecast for November compare to GM's?

• Chrysler forecasted 18 million

• Chrysler forecasted 17.5 million

• Chrysler forecasted 16 million

• Chrysler forecasted 17 million