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July 2011 U.S. Auto Sales Weak

DETROIT August 1, 2011; Dee-Ann Durbin writing for the AP reported that new car shoppers worried about the U.S. economy last month and that kept sales in a funk.

U.S. sales of new cars and light trucks are expected to rise only slightly in July. The weak economy and high sticker prices kept Americans from buying more. Automakers are scheduled to report last month's sales on Tuesday.

July extends a disappointing stretch for automakers following a strong start this year. Sales slowed in May and June after an earthquake in Japan cut into supplies of small cars that were in demand because of high gas prices. Those shortages - and higher car prices - turned off many buyers.

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