Canadian auto sales in September crept slightly higher compared with a year ago, as growth in car sales - especially the more fuel-efficient models - offset a decline in light truck sales.

The Canadian auto sales figures reported Wednesday were generally stronger than the dismal numbers from the United States, where economic turmoil has rattled consumer confidence.

Canadian passenger car sales for September totaled 74,484, up 5.1 per cent from 70,855, while light truck sales dipped 2.2 per cent to 59,647 from 60,972, compiled by analyst Dennis DesRosiers.

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