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Biggest car sales fall since 2000 Scots car sales lowest since 2000
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Car sales in Scotland declined by 15% last year, falling to their lowest level since 2000.Car sales in Scotland declined by 15% last year, falling to their lowest level since 2000.
In December, sales were 32% down on the previous year, according to figures from the Scottish Motor Trade Association.In December, sales were 32% down on the previous year, according to figures from the Scottish Motor Trade Association.
The overall UK figure showed a decrease of 21% in annual sales.The overall UK figure showed a decrease of 21% in annual sales.
SMTA chief executive Douglas Robertson called on the government to ensure that banks released more finance and credit to consumers.SMTA chief executive Douglas Robertson called on the government to ensure that banks released more finance and credit to consumers.