Medium and Heavy Truck Sales Rose in November

Recent figures show sales for medium and heavy trucks were up 33% in November, but down 7% from October.

Dec 15, 2011

According to figures recently compiled by Wards Communications, sales were up 33% in November for medium and heavy trucks compared to a year ago. However, they were down 7% from October.

Class 8 trucks were the highest sellers, up 77% compared to November 2010. 

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