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GM reports 5.5% decline in third-quarter U.S. sales as EV sales drop

General Motors reported a 5.5% decline in U.S. sales during the third quarter, according to CNBC. The report also said the automaker’s sales of all-electric vehicles fell across its lineup as enthusiasm for electric vehicles waned.

General Motors reported a 5.5% decline in U.S. sales during the third quarter, CNBC reported on October 1, 2026.

The report said GM’s sales of all-electric vehicles were down across the board during the period.

CNBC attributed the decline in electric-vehicle sales to waning enthusiasm for electric vehicles.

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CNBC — GM reports 5.5% decline in third-quarter U.S. sales as EV sales drop