Canadian auto sales were up 4% in 2013, but Americans returned to dealerships in droves, pushing U.S. sales up eight per cent to 15.6 million vehicles.
Both Canadians and Americans continued their love affair with SUVs and light trucks in December, pushing annual sales by the Detroit three automakers to their highest levels since 2007.
Canadian sales were robust, with Ford claiming the top spot with a 3% jump in sales to 283,588 vehicles last year. Chrysler saw a 7% increase in Canada to 260,015 vehicles, while GM saw a 4% boost to 234,944 vehicles.
Desrosiers Automotive reports 1.7 million cars sold in Canada last year.
In Canada, sales of Dodge Grand Caravan minivans rose 11% in December to 2,803 from 2,515 in December 2012.
GM enjoyed a stronger December in this country, selling 17,036 vehicles, a 17% increase.
