Photo of the Buick Encore courtesy of Buick.

Photo of the Buick Encore courtesy of Buick.

Buick saw its global sales increase 9% year over year to start 2018, which was fueled by strong SUV sales across North America.

Buick Encore sales surged in the U.S. and Canada, with Encore sales up 32% year over year in Canada, according to Buick. Buick also reported strong Enclave sales in Mexico, with total North American sales up 8% in the first quarter.

More than 22% of Enclave North American retails sales have been Avenir models, which is Buick’s new luxury sub-brand, according to the automaker.

Meanwhile, demand for the Buick Regal has grown in China, with sales up 35% year over year.

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