Article: SVADA President Dirickson Confirms 2nd Best Year in History; New Car Sales in Silicon Valley Mirror National Success.

Business Editors/Automotive Writers

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 9, 2002

Sustaining its position as one of the most productive auto sales regions in the world, Santa Clara County new vehicle sales in 2001 reflected the national success which saw the industry as a whole record its second best year in history.

"Despite the assault on our nation, we've once again witnessed the strength of the American consumer," said Phil Dirickson, President of the Silicon Valley Auto Dealers Association and President of Stevens Creek Buick/Pontiac/GMC.

Dirickson reflected on a recent report by the National Auto Dealers Association of America ...

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