For the first time ever, General Motors (GM) sold more cars and trucks in China than in the United States. The demand in China grew by 29% from 2009 to 2010, while demand in the U.S. grew 6%. These data include cars, light trucks, and heavy trucks.

General Motors Vehicle Deliveries to China and the U.S., 2009-10
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Supporting Information

General Motors Vehicle Deliveries to China and the U.S.,
2009-10
 2009
(Million Vehicles)
2010
(Million Vehicles)
Percent
Change
China1.832.3529%
U.S.2.082.226%

Source: USA Today, "GM sells more vehicle in China than in U.S.," January 24, 2011. [Original data source: General Motors.]

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