BRIEFCASE.Byline: - Staff and Wire reports Auto firms report gas-price impacts Rising gas prices had a mixed impact on U.S. auto sales in April, with some automakers reporting plummeting sales of trucks and sport utility vehicles This page lists sports utility vehicles currently in production (as of April 2007), as well as past models. The list includes crossover SUVs, Mini SUVs, Compact SUVs and other similar vehicles. while others appeared unaffected. While General Motors Corp. hit pay dirt with its new lineup of SUVs - GMC Yukon The GMC Yukon refers to the basic platform used in both long and short versions of the car. Its main articles are here:
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