General Motors Co. and Nissan Motor Co. posted U.S. sales gains that beat analysts’ estimates, as surging demand for pickups and sport utility vehicles tempers concerns about swelling inventory on dealer lots.
GM said deliveries climbed 4.2% last month, while Nissan reported a 3.7% increase and Ford Motor Co.’s sales dropped less than analysts estimated. The companies were buoyed by consumers snapping up Chevrolet Silverado trucks, Nissan Rogue crossovers and Ford Escape SUVs.
