Auto Sales
September
Chrysler LLC Reports September 2008 U.S. Sales; Announces October Incentive Strategy
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 1 -- Chrysler LLC celebrates 25th anniversary of minivan leadership
-- Sales increase for Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan
-- Chrysler Sebring Convertible posts strong sales for the month
-- Sales of the fuel-efficient Dodge Caliber continue at a steady pace
-- All-new Dodge Journey continues as a hit in the crossover segment
-- 2008 model-year Dodge Ram light-duty truck sales make way for new
2009 model
-- October incentives offer best deals of the year on remaining
2008 models
Chrysler LLC today reported total September 2008
U.S. sales of 107,349 units, down 33 percent from the same period last year.
Total September sales reflect a highly volatile economic environment, ongoing
segment shifts and reduced fleet and lease volume. Sales for the month were
supported by models such as the Dodge Journey, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Chrysler
Town & Country, as well as competitive pricing and aggressive monthly payment
offers.
"The economy is going through a difficult
restructuring, resulting in great uncertainty among consumers," Jim Press,
Chrysler LLC Vice Chairman and President, said. "We are committed to supporting
our customers with significant savings and innovative financing, and our dealers
with new business solutions. Longer term, we all need to be investing in
building a healthier automobile industry and be ready to compete when the
economy strengthens."
October Incentives
This month's incentives provide consumers an
opportunity to take advantage of the remaining 2008 model-year inventory at the
best deals of the year. The incentive plan will focus on aggressive cash
positions and discounted APR financing that drive lower monthly payments. For
example on the remaining inventory of the 2008 model-year Dodge Ram, there are
total manufacturer discounts up to $6,000 or 0 percent APR financing for 72
months with $1,000 cash back.
For returning lease customers, Chrysler will
offer Lease Loyalty allowance of up to $750 toward a new retail purchase. For
consumers interested in leasing through independent financial institutions,
Chrysler offers Bonus Cash of up to $2,000 on select 2008 model-year vehicles.
September Sales Highlights
Chrysler LLC's minivan sales continued to thrive
in September based on their strong appeal as fuel efficient, multi-passenger
vehicles. Compared with September sales in 2007, the Chrysler Town & Country
achieved a 6 percent increase with sales of 9,229 units, and the Dodge Grand
Caravan increased 6 percent with sales of 11,056 units. With more than 12
million minivans sold worldwide in their 25-year history, Chrysler and Dodge
minivans still command 40 percent of the U.S. minivan market.
The mid-size Chrysler Sebring Convertible
continues to resonate well in the market, achieving an 11 percent increase with
1,813 units in September.
Offering the versatility of a sport-utility
vehicle (SUV) and the affordability and fuel efficiency of a compact car, the
Dodge Caliber posted sales of 6,129 units, down 3 percent over last year's total
of 6,348 units. However, when compared with August 2008 sales, the Caliber's
sales increased by 52 percent.
The all-new Dodge Journey continues to make its
mark in the crossover segment offering best-in-class fuel economy (19 mpg
city/25 mpg highway) and award-winning seven-passenger interior utility. The
Dodge Journey reached 4,860 units, up 6 percent when compared with August 2008
sales.
The sell-down of 2008 Dodge Ram pickups has
progressed and made way for the all-new 2009 model arriving at dealers in
October. The 2009 model-year Dodge Ram offers a best-in-class combination of
power and fuel efficiency with a base starting price of $22,170 (regular cab,
includes destination).
The Company finished the month with 381,365 units
of inventory, or a 85- day supply. As part of a planned reduction in
manufacturing capacity, inventory is down 15 percent compared with September
2007 when it totaled 450,733 units.
About Chrysler LLC
Chrysler LLC, headquartered in Auburn Hills,
Mich., produces Chrysler, Jeep(R), Dodge and Mopar(R) brand vehicles and
products. Total sales worldwide in 2007 were 2.7 million vehicles, including an
increase of 15 percent outside of North America. Its product lineup features
some of the world's most recognizable vehicles, including the Chrysler 300 and
Town & Country, Jeep Wrangler and Grand Cherokee and Dodge Challenger and Ram.
The Chrysler Foundation, the company's philanthropic arm, annually supports
hundreds of charitable organizations in the United States and throughout the
world. In 2007, the Foundation gave approximately $21 million in charitable
donations.
Chrysler LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru September 2008
Month Sales Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 5,450 6,057 -10%
300 4,287 9,231 -54%
Crossfire 113 501 -77%
PT Cruiser 2,410 6,140 -61%
Aspen 1,313 3,875 -66%
Pacifica 544 4,183 -87%
Town & Country 9,229 8,681 6%
CHRYSLER BRAND 23,346 38,668 -40%
Compass 993 2,852 -65%
Patriot 3,190 4,245 -25%
Wrangler 6,130 8,605 -29%
Liberty 4,963 6,830 -27%
Grand Cherokee 4,565 10,419 -56%
Commander 1,590 4,509 -65%
JEEP BRAND 21,431 37,460 -43%
Caliber 6,129 6,348 -3%
Avenger 4,500 8,318 -46%
Charger 8,118 9,265 -12%
Challenger 2,376 0 0%
Viper 86 24 258%
Magnum 35 3,628 -99%
Dakota 622 4,188 -85%
Ram P/U 20,812 30,100 -31%
Journey 4,860 0 0%
Caravan 11,056 10,417 6%
Durango 616 2,850 -78%
Nitro 2,531 7,044 -64%
Sprinter 831 1,489 -44%
DODGE BRAND 62,572 83,671 -25%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 107,349 159,799 -33%
TOTAL CAR 31,099 43,681 -29%
TOTAL TRUCK 76,250 116,118 -34%
Selling Days 24 25
Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 61,428 68,277 -10%
300 51,807 90,251 -43%
Crossfire 1,566 8,290 -81%
PT Cruiser 42,345 77,383 -45%
Aspen 17,681 22,468 -21%
Pacifica 5,621 42,874 -87%
Town & Country 95,287 99,134 -4%
CHRYSLER BRAND 275,735 408,677 -33%
Compass 22,389 31,273 -28%
Patriot 47,344 27,612 71%
Wrangler 65,135 92,549 -30%
Liberty 54,293 68,865 -21%
Grand Cherokee 57,333 93,246 -39%
Commander 22,654 50,124 -55%
JEEP BRAND 269,148 363,669 -26%
Caliber 74,069 80,352 -8%
Avenger 53,828 59,148 -9%
Charger 80,220 89,490 -10%
Challenger 8,443 0 0%
Viper 872 348 151%
Magnum 6,777 22,342 -70%
Dakota 21,626 41,376 -48%
Ram P/U 196,058 276,978 -29%
Journey 35,627 0 0%
Caravan 102,398 130,472 -22%
Durango 17,339 37,511 -54%
Nitro 30,071 55,789 -46%
Sprinter 11,308 11,193 1%
DODGE BRAND 638,636 806,477 -21%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 1,183,519 1,578,823 -25%
TOTAL CAR 340,101 429,876 -21%
TOTAL TRUCK 843,418 1,148,947 -27%
Selling Days 230 230
Source: Chrysler LLC
Audi Reports September Sales
- Audi year-over-year sales decline in challenging market
- Launch of all-new A4 drives additional interest, sales
- R8 sales up; A5 posts second consecutive record month
- de Nysschen expects Audi to maintain strong market share
HERNDON, Va., Oct. 1 -- Audi of America announced
today auto sales for the month of September totaling 7,584, a decrease of 5.4%
from last year's figures. Audi new vehicle sales fell 3.9% year-to-date as the
company faces stronger economic headwinds. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales
decreased by 10.6% compared to last year's September figures, although sales
continued to grow year-over-year at 31.0%.
"The all-new Audi 2009 A4 arrived this month to
critical praise and high consumer interest in its segment-leading fuel economy,
design and performance. Demand for the new A4 boosted our overall sales by more
than one thousand units over August's figures. In addition, increased sales of
our A5 and R8 models point to the continued strength of Audi's portfolio of
all-new, progressive luxury autos," said Johan de Nysschen, executive vice
president, Audi of America. "We believe that Audi will maintain its strong
luxury market share despite consumer concerns about the economy, and we expect
to see momentum around the new A4 continue to build well into the fall season."
The arrival of the all-new Audi 2009 A4 models in
dealer showrooms boosted consumer interest in the brand throughout the month in
spite of the model's late-September release. Based on government data and
independent test results, the 2009 A4 2.0T leads its key competitors in fuel
economy and 0-to-60 miles per hour acceleration.
Audi posted increased nationwide sales of its A5
model; dealers recorded a second month of record sales for the all-new A5 due to
improved availability, with 719 units sold. Sales of the R8, Audi's premier
example of its progressive German engineering, rose by 9% compared to September
of last year.
Audi continues to impress industry analysts and
other third-party industry watchers. J.D. Power and Associates, the respected
industry organization that measures, among other things, quality within the auto
industry, recently noted that Audi posted the greatest ranking improvement in
initial quality during the 2008 J.D. Power Initial Quality Survey. The Audi Q7,
A3, A4 and A6 have also been recognized by the Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) as Top Safety Picks in 2008, earning Audi the most Top Safety Pick
designations for 2008 models of any luxury automaker this year.
ABOUT AUDI
Audi of America and its 270 dealers offer a full
line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. The Audi line up is one of the
freshest in the industry with 23 models, including 12 models launched during
model years 2008 and 2009. Audi is among the most successful brands globally.
Last year AUDI AG recorded its 12th consecutive record year for sales and profit
growth. Visit
http://www.audiusa.com/ or
http://www.audiusanews.com/ for more information regarding Audi vehicles and
business issues.
AUDI US SNAPSHOT -----YEAR TO DATE-----
Sep-08 Sep-07 Yr/Yr % Sep-08 Sep-07 Yr/Yr %
actual actual change YTD YTD change
actual actual
A3 287 462 -37.9 % 3,734 4,831 -22.7 %
A4/S4/RS 4 3,495 3,936 -11.2 % 32,401 32,816 -1.3 %
A5/S5 719 115 525.2 % 4,191 115 3544.3 %
A6/S6 1,090 1,126 -3.2 % 9,263 8,762 5.7 %
A8/S8 261 311 -16.1 % 2,168 2,754 -21.3 %
TT 266 412 -35.4 % 3,432 3,084 11.3 %
R8 73 67 9.0 % 521 67 677.6 %
Audi Q7 1,393 1,591 -12.4 % 10,107 16,049 -37.0 %
Total Audi
Sales 7,584 8,020 -5.4 % 65,817 68,478 -3.9 %
Source: Audi of America
Galant and Lancer Evolution Lead Mitsubishi Motors September Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., Oct. 1 -- Mitsubishi Motors
today announced September 2008 sales of 7,378.
Galant sales were 2,605, which, based on average
daily selling rate is a 1.1 percent increase, compared to September 2007. (There
were 24 sales days in 2008 and 25 sales days in 2007).
September 2008 Lancer Evolution sales were up 154
percent over September 2007 sales.
In a badly depressed overall automotive sales
market, Mitsubishi's total September 2008 sales were down 39 percent, compared
to September 2007 (12,102 sales).
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is
responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and
development operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells
coupes, convertibles, sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a
network of approximately 480 dealers.
Source: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Subaru Posts September Sales
Continues to Outperform Industry - Year-to-Date Sales Up 4 Percent
Marketshare at Record Levels
CHERRY HILL, N.J., Oct. 1- Subaru of America,
Inc. today posted total Year-to-Date sales of 143,789 units, a 4 percent gain
over YTD September 2007 of 138,622 units.
Sales for the Subaru Forester were up 28 percent
or 4,804 units for the month of September versus September 2007 sales of 3,746
units, while the Subaru Legacy Sedan posted its best September ever -- up an
impressive 14 percent over the same period last year or 2,228 units from 1,954
units.
8-Sep 7-Sep +/- YTD 08 YTD 07 +/- Impreza 4,098 4,195 -2% 37,142 33,323 11% Legacy 2,228 1,954 14% 17,705 15,472 14% Outback* 2,620 4,823 -46% 35,179 42,337 -17% Forester 4,804 3,746 28% 44,695 33,938 32% Tribeca 741 1,730 -57% 9,067 12,434 -27% Total** 14,491 16,448 -11.80% 143,787 137,504 4% *Includes Legacy Wagon
**Total sales include 1 Baja sale in 2008 and 9
Baja sales in September 2007.
"We are up 4 percent in total sales for the year
and the Subaru Impreza, Forester and Legacy Sedan are on record pace with their
best 9 months results ever," said Tim Colbeck, vice president of sales for
Subaru of America. "Our products are well positioned as consumers are
rationalizing their purchase decisions in favor of value, dependability,
capability and economy. In short, Subaru represents a sensible decision in these
volatile times."
"Despite the economic turbulence in the
marketplace, the fundamental appeal of Subaru products continue to gain
momentum," said Thomas J. Doll, executive vice president for Subaru of America.
"Our vehicles represent a great alternative to traditional SUVs. They are
produced in zero landfill production plants, are equipped with symmetrical
All-Wheel Drive technology and the horizontally opposed Subaru boxer engine, and
are not only fuel efficient, but also provide a low total cost of ownership,"
Doll added.
For information about Subaru of America, Inc. and
Subaru vehicles, visit our media website at www.media.subaru.com.
About Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned
subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill,
N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of nearly 600 dealers across
the United States. Subaru makes the best-selling All-Wheel Drive car sold in
America based on R.L. Polk & Co. new vehicle retail registration statistics
calendar year-end 2007. In addition, Subaru boasts the most fuel efficient
line-up of all-wheel drive products sold in the market today based on
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) fuel economy standards. All Subaru
products are manufactured in zero- landfill production plants and Subaru of
Indiana Automotive Inc. is the only U.S. automobile production plant to be
designated a backyard wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. For
additional information visit www.subaru.com.
Nissan North America Announces September Sales
FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 1 - Nissan North America,
Inc. (NNA) today reported September 2008 sales of 59,565 units versus 94,269
units a year ago, a decrease of 36.8 percent. Sales of Nissan Division vehicles
declined 38.4 percent, while sales of Infiniti Division vehicles fell by 24.1
percent.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
-- Nissan vehicles saw sales of 51,786 units in
September compared with September 2007's 84,019 units sold, a 38.4 percent
decrease.
-- The all-new Maxima sports sedan had a strong
month, with sales of 4,996 units in September.
-- The GT-R continues to perform well, with sales of 421 units. INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
-- Infiniti sales for September were 7,779 units,
down from 10,250 units a year ago, a decline of 24.1 percent.
NNA INFORMATION
-- Combined sales for Nissan and Infiniti of
59,565 units, compared with last September's sales of 94,269 units, marked a
decrease of 36.8 percent.
-- In a challenging environment, Nissan's sales
for the second quarter of the fiscal year, which is July-September, totaled
263,377 units. Compared to prior year, sales were down 5.1 percent. Sales for
the first half of the fiscal year were 515,953 units, a decrease of 3.4 percent
from a year ago.
-- To ensure consistency in our global sales
reporting, Nissan North America calculates monthly variances on a
straight-percentage basis, unadjusted for the number of selling days in the
month. This September had 24 selling days, and September 2007 had 25 selling
days.
In North America, NNA's operations include
automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and
marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on NNA and the
complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at
www.nissannews.com.
NISSAN DIVISION SALES
September September Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Nissan Division
Total 51,786 84,019 -38.4 695,725 719,229 -3.3
Versa 6,279 7,098 -11.5 68,620 60,963 12.6
Sentra 5,348 8,108 -34.0 84,636 83,724 1.1
Altima 16,043 27,871 -42.4 223,776 218,022 2.6
Maxima 4,996 6,179 -19.1 36,614 40,937 -10.6
350Z 524 1,199 -56.3 8,802 15,115 -41.8
GT-R 421 NA NA 1,052 NA NA
Total Car 33,611 50,455 -33.4 423,500 418,761 1.1
Frontier 1,534 5,480 -72.0 40,873 50,737 -19.4
Titan 2,872 5,193 -44.7 29,900 50,959 -41.3
Xterra 1,361 4,040 -66.3 29,706 38,636 -23.1
Pathfinder 1,079 7,084 -84.8 29,648 48,895 -39.4
Armada 999 2,758 -63.8 13,505 24,015 -43.8
Rogue 5,054 832 507.5 55,052 832 NA
Murano 4,866 5,777 -15.8 56,476 63,225 -10.7
Quest 410 2,400 -82.9 17,065 23,169 -26.3
Total Truck 18,175 33,564 -45.8 272,225 300,468 -9.4
North American
Produced 40,921 76,211 -46.3 574,343 640,057 -10.3
Car 32,666 49,256 -33.7 413,646 403,646 2.5
Truck 8,255 26,955 -69.4 160,697 236,411 -32.0
Import 10,865 7,808 39.2 121,382 79,172 53.3
Car 945 1,199 -21.2 9,854 15,115 -34.8
Truck 9,920 6,609 50.1 111,528 64,057 74.1
INFINITI DIVISION SALES
September September Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Infiniti Division
Total 7,779 10,250 -24.1 89,973 93,824 -4.1
G Sedan 2,676 3,841 -30.3 34,898 41,481 -15.9
G Coupe 1,121 2,491 -55.0 16,207 11,983 35.2
M 1,077 1,380 -22.0 12,045 16,413 -26.6
Q45 0 1 NA 0 21 NA
QX56 445 1,150 -61.3 6,359 8,783 -27.6
EX 1,279 NA NA 10,289 NA NA
FX 1,181 1,386 -14.8 10,176 15,138 -32.8
Total Car 4,874 7,713 -36.8 63,149 69,900 -9.7
Total Truck 2,905 2,537 14.5 26,824 23,924 12.1
COMBINED NISSAN AND INFINITI SALES
September September Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
TOTAL VEHICLE 59,565 94,269 -36.8 785,698 813,053 -3.4
Total Car 38,485 58,168 -33.8 486,649 488,661 -0.4
Total Truck 21,080 36,101 -41.6 299,049 324,392 -7.8
Selling Days 24 25 230 230
*All numbers include Hawaii. *
BMW Group Reports September Sales
BMW Group US sales (BMW and MINI combined) decreased 4.8 percent year-to-date. In September sales declined 25.8 percent.
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Oct. 1 - The BMW Group in
the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported September sales of 18,506 vehicles, a
decrease of 25.8 percent over the 24,932 vehicles sold in September 2007. The
BMW Group also reported a year-to-date sales volume of 236,327 vehicles, down
4.8 percent, compared to 248,273 vehicles in the same period of 2007.
BMW Brand Sales
Sales of BMW brand vehicles decreased 29.5
percent in September for a total of 14,744 compared to 20,901 reported in the
same month a year ago. Year-to-date BMW brand sales were down 9.6 percent, to
195,633 vehicles compared to 216,337 vehicles sold in the same period in 2007.
"At BMW, we are fortunate to have set a rational
plan in place for the entire year. While our sales this month are on a level
with others, in the year to date, we are still tracking better than the overall
premium market," said Jim O'Donnell, President of BMW of North America, LLC.
"New products such as the just refreshed 3 Series with its new look and new
iDrive Control will keep us attractive in the market place. A new dimension will
be added to our range of vehicles with the introduction of the Advanced Clean
Diesels in the 3 Series and the X5, which will be available in all 50 states. We
are also getting ready for the U.S. launch of the all-new 7 Series which comes
early in the new year."
BMW Automobile Sales
BMW's automobile sales are down 35.9 percent in
September to 10,552 versus 16,457 in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date
sales also decreased 9.9 percent, to 152,988 automobiles compared to 169,760 in
the same period of 2007.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Sales
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles decreased
by 5.7 percent in September to 4,192 vehicles over the 4,444 sold last
September. Year-to-date, sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles were down 8.4
percent, to 42,645 vehicles compared to the 46,577 sold in the first nine months
of 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported September sales of 3,762
automobiles, down 6.7 percent from the 4,031 cars sold in September 2007.
Year-to-date, the division reported sales of 40,694 automobiles, an increase of
27.4 percent, compared to the 31,936 cars reported in the first nine months of
2007.
"Tight inventories restricted September MINI
sales, which were 269 units below prior year levels," said Jim McDowell,
Vice-President of MINI USA. "Despite high gas prices, limited credit
opportunities, and concern about the overall economy, more and more Americans
are rethinking automotive choices they have always made. We think this is the
reason why we ended the month with only a six day supply of cars in our
retailers' showrooms. In the coming month, we look forward to increased
production for our market to help replenish our dealer stocks."
Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, September 2008
Sept. Sept. YTD YTD
2008 2007 % 2008 2007 %
BMW brand 14,744 20,901 -29.5 195,633 216,337 -9.6
BMW passenger cars 10,552 16,457 -35.9 152,988 169,760 -9.9
BMW light trucks 4,192 4,444 - 5.7 42,645 46,577 -8.4
(SAVs)
MINI brand 3,762 4,031 - 6.7 40,694 31,936 27.4
TOTAL Group 18,506 24,932 -25.8 236,327 248,273 -4.8
BMW Certified Pre-Owned
Sales of BMW's Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are
up 3.9 percent, to 7,707 CPO vehicles versus 7,421 vehicles reported last
September. Year-to-date, CPO sales are up 19.7 percent, to 77,144 over the
64,445 reported in the same period in 2007.
BMW Group in America
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the
United States since 1975. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing
vehicles in 2003. The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include
marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand of motor
vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and the Rolls-Royce brand of
Motor Cars; DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a
technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the
country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group's
global manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all Z4
models, X5 Sports Activity Vehicles and X6 Sports Activity Coupes. The BMW Group
sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 338 BMW
passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 142 BMW
motorcycle retailers, 82 MINI passenger car dealers, and 30 Rolls-Royce Motor
Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group's sales headquarters for
North, Central and South America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
Information about BMW Group products is available
to consumers via the Internet at:
www.bmwgroupna.com
www.bmwusa.com
www.bmwmotorcycles.com
www.miniusa.com
www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com
Sales BMW of North America, LLC, September 2008
YTD YTD
Sept. 08 Sept. 07 % Sept. 08 Sept. 07 %
1 Series 663 0 9,280 0
3 Series 6,303 9,519 -33.8% 88,270 106,560 -17.2%
Z4 Roadster and
Coupe 337 990 -66.0% 5,009 7,537 -33.5%
5 Series 2,423 4,055 -40.2% 35,331 37,895 -6.8%
6 Series 292 808 -63.9% 5,173 6,759 -23.5%
7 Series 534 1,085 -50.8% 9,925 11,009 -9.8%
BMW passenger
cars 10,552 16,457 -35.9% 152,988 169,760 -9.9%
-------------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----
X3 1,400 2,151 -34.9% 14,620 22,258 -34.3%
X5 2,316 2,293 1.0% 24,663 24,319 1.4%
X6 476 0 3,362 0
BMW light trucks
(SAVs) 4,192 4,444 -5.7% 42,645 46,577 -8.4%
---------------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----
BMW brand 14,744 20,901 -29.5% 195,633 216,337 -9.6%
--------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----
Cooper /S
Hardtop 2,721 3,407 -20.1% 27,687 25,656 7.9%
Cooper /S
Convertible 153 624 -75.5% 4,698 6,280 -25.2%
Cooper /S
Clubman 888 0 8,309 0
MINI brand 3,762 4,031 -6.7% 40,694 31,936 27.4%
---------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----
TOTAL BMW of North
America, LLC 18,506 24,932 -25.8% 236,327 248,273 -4.8%
------------------ ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----
Source: BMW of North America, LLC
Acura Announces September Sales Results
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 1 -- In a challenging
financial marketplace, Acura September sales totaled 9,997 units, down 27.5
percent versus last year, based on the daily selling rate*. Year-to-date vehicle
sales totaled 115,828, down 15.3 percent** versus 2007, Acura announced today.
The MDX luxury SUV is again Acura's best-selling
vehicle, with September sales of 3,669 units, while the TL was Acura's top
selling luxury performance sedan with sales of 3,017.
TSX recorded sales of 2,144 units and the RL
totaled 259. September sales of the turbocharged RDX crossover SUV were 908.
*The daily selling rate is calculated with 24
selling days for September 2008 and 25 selling days for September 2007.
**Year-to-date sales based on 230 days for both 2008 and 2007.
American Honda Vehicle Sales For September 2008
Month-to-Date
September September DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
Acura Division Total 9,997 14,369 -27.5%
RSX 0 1
TL * 3,017 4,324 -27.3%
TSX 2,144 2,574 -13.2%
RL 259 357 -24.4%
MDX * 3,669 5,162 -26.0%
RDX * 908 1,951 -51.5%
Selling Days 24 25
Year-to-Date
September September DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
Acura Division Total 115,828 136,726 -15.3%
RSX 1 295 -99.7%
TL * 35,659 45,072 -20.9%
TSX 26,138 26,007 0.5%
RL 3,766 4,919 -23.4%
MDX * 36,888 42,954 -14.1%
RDX * 13,376 17,477 -23.5%
Selling Days 230 230
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Source: American Honda Motor Co.
American Honda Reports September Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 1 -- American Honda Motor
Co., Inc., posted September vehicle sales of 96,626, a decline of 20.9 percent
compared to September 2007 results. American Honda year-to-date sales of
1,180,583 represent a 1.1 percent decrease.
"This September was an incredibly volatile month
for Wall Street," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of sales for
American Honda. "Obviously, no one is immune to market shifts as dramatic as we
have been seeing."
Honda Division posted September sales of 86,629,
a decline of 20.0 percent versus September 2007. Honda total car sales decreased
by 18.5 percent to 50,611. Honda light truck sales decreased 22.0 percent to
36,018. The Fit achieved a September record of 6,515, up 48.7 percent in its
first full month available as a completely redesigned 2009 model.
The Acura Division posted sales of 9,997, a
decrease of 27.5 percent compared to September 2007.
* The daily selling rate is calculated with 24 days for September 2008
and 25 days for September 2007. The year-to-date daily selling rate is
calculated with 230 days for 2008 and 230 days for 2007. All
percentages represent the daily selling rate.
American Honda Vehicle Sales For September 2008
Month-to-Date
September September DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
American Honda Total 96,626 127,200 -20.9%
Total Car Sales 56,031 71,967 -18.9%
Total Truck Sales 40,595 55,233 -23.4%
Honda Total Car Sales 50,611 64,711 -18.5%
Honda Total Truck Sales 36,018 48,120 -22.0%
Acura Total Car Sales 5,420 7,256 -22.2%
Acura Total Truck Sales 4,577 7,113 -33.0%
Domestic Car Sales * 42,766 58,015 -23.2%
Honda Division 39,749 53,691 -22.9%
Acura Division 3,017 4,324 -27.3%
Domestic Truck Sales * 33,716 40,514 -13.3%
Honda Division 29,139 33,401 -9.1%
Acura Division 4,577 7,113 -33.0%
Import Car Sales 13,265 13,952 -1.0%
Honda Division 10,862 11,020 2.7%
Acura Division 2,403 2,932 -14.6%
Import Truck Sales 6,879 14,719 -51.3%
Honda Division 6,879 14,719 -51.3%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total 86,629 112,831 -20.0%
Fit 6,515 4,565 48.7%
Accord * 22,371 35,031 -33.5%
Memo: Accord Hybrid 0 229
Civic * 21,577 24,752 -9.2%
Memo: Civic Hybrid 2,020 2,092 0.6%
S2000 148 363 -57.5%
Insight 0 0
FCX 0 0
FCX Clarity 0
Odyssey * 10,783 16,464 -31.8%
Pilot * 5,192 6,191 -12.6%
CR-V * 15,928 19,769 -16.1%
Element * 1,739 2,403 -24.6%
Ridgeline 2,376 3,293 -24.8%
Acura Division Total 9,997 14,369 -27.5%
RSX 0 1
TL * 3,017 4,324 -27.3%
TSX 2,144 2,574 -13.2%
RL 259 357 -24.4%
MDX * 3,669 5,162 -26.0%
RDX * 908 1,951 -51.5%
Selling Days 24 25
Year-to-Date
September September DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
American Honda Total 1,180,583 1,193,520 -1.1%
Total Car Sales 730,160 677,779 7.7%
Total Truck Sales 450,423 515,741 -12.7%
Honda Total Car Sales 664,596 601,484 10.5%
Honda Total Truck Sales 400,159 455,310 -12.1%
Acura Total Car Sales 65,564 76,295 -14.1%
Acura Total Truck Sales 50,264 60,431 -16.8%
Domestic Car Sales * 545,218 552,810 -1.4%
Honda Division 509,559 507,738 0.4%
Acura Division 35,659 45,072 -20.9%
Domestic Truck Sales * 356,856 367,040 -2.8%
Honda Division 306,592 306,609 0.0%
Acura Division 50,264 60,431 -16.8%
Import Car Sales 184,942 124,969 48.0%
Honda Division 155,037 93,746 65.4%
Acura Division 29,905 31,223 -4.2%
Import Truck Sales 93,567 148,701 -37.1%
Honda Division 93,567 148,701 -37.1%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total 1,064,755 1,056,794 0.8%
Fit 63,368 41,085 54.2%
Accord * 313,228 301,879 3.8%
Memo: Accord Hybrid 196 2,808 -93.0%
Civic * 285,715 254,955 12.1%
Memo: Civic Hybrid 27,597 23,828 15.8%
S2000 2,276 3,552 -35.9%
Insight 0 3
FCX 6 10 -40.0%
FCX Clarity 3
Odyssey * 112,041 130,267 -14.0%
Pilot * 79,430 95,463 -16.8%
CR-V * 158,024 167,223 -5.5%
Element * 22,429 27,965 -19.8%
Ridgeline 28,235 34,392 -17.9%
Acura Division Total 115,828 136,726 -15.3%
RSX 1 295 -99.7%
TL * 35,659 45,072 -20.9%
TSX 26,138 26,007 0.5%
RL 3,766 4,919 -23.4%
MDX * 36,888 42,954 -14.1%
RDX * 13,376 17,477 -23.5%
Selling Days 230 230
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Source: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Mazda Reports September 2008 Sales
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda
North American Operations (MNAO) today reported September 2008 sales of 16,169
vehicles, down 35.6 percent over last September. Year-to-date, Mazda has sold
215,408 vehicles, down 5.7 percent.
The all-new 2009 MAZDA6, which arrived at
dealerships across the country in September, is off to a great start and
exceeded sales objectives for the month. The new MAZDA6 features a larger body
than the outgoing car, as well as more powerful -- and more fuel efficient --
engine choices.
The right-for-the-market MAZDA5 multi-activity
vehicle posted a 26.8 percent increase versus last September, with 1,080 sales.
Year-to-date the MAZDA5 is up a remarkable 42.0 percent.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) celebrated its
best-ever September with sales of 1,780 vehicles, up 29 percent versus last
year. On a year-to-date basis, MMdM reported 13,305 total sales, accounting for
a 33 percent increase versus last year. Mazda Canada Inc. (MCI) reported
September sales of 6,762 units, down a slight 4.2 percent.
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Mazda North
American Operations oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service
support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico
through nearly 900 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada,
Inc., located in Ontario; in Mexico by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and
in Puerto Rico by Mazda de Puerto Rico in San Juan.
Mazda North American Operations - September 2008
Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
September September % % MTD September September % % YTD
2008 2007 Change DSR 2008 2007 Change DSR
Mazda3 6,029 10,629 (43.3)% (62.7)% 90,256 95,336 (5.3)% (5.6)%
Mazda5 1,080 852 26.8% 27.2% 15,717 11,065 42.0% 29.6%
Mazda6 3,694 3,842 (3.9)% 4.0% 42,237 44,028 (4.1)% (4.2)%
MX-5
Miata 608 1,000 (39.2)% (51.8)% 9,991 2,716 (21.4)% (27.3)%
RX-8 274 403 (32.0)% (35.8)% 2,865 4,820 (40.6)% (68.2)%
CX-7 1,811 3,610 (49.8)% (84.0)% 23,058 32,005 (28.0)% (38.8)%
CX-9 2,108 2,766 (23.8)% (21.1)% 20,469 16,486 24.2% 19.5%
Tribute 477 1,821 (73.8)% (252.4)% 9,727 9,584 1.5% 1.5%
B-Series
Truck 88 172 (48.8)% (80.4)% 1,088 2,235 (51.3)% (105.4)%
MPV - 3 (100.0)% N/A - 125 (100.0)% N/A
Total Vehicles
CARS 11,685 16,726 (30.1)% (32.1)% 161,066 167,965 (4.1)% (4.3)%
TRUCKS 4,484 8,372 (46.4)% (72.3)% 54,342 60,435 (10.1)% (11.2)%
TOTAL 16,169 25,098 (35.6)% (43.3)% 215,408 228,400 (5.7)% (6.0)%
MEMO:
IMPORT
CAR 7,991 12,884 (38.0)% 118,829 123,937 (4.1)%
IMPORT
TRUCK 3,919 6,379 (38.6)% 43,527 48,616 (10.5)%
IMPORT
TOTAL 11,910 19,263 (38.2)% 162,356 172,553 (5.9)%
DOMESTIC
CAR 3,694 3,842 (3.9)% 42,237 44,028 (4.1)%
DOMESTIC
TRUCK 565 1,993 (71.7)% 10,815 11,819 (8.5)%
DOMESTIC
TOTALS 4,259 5,835 (27.0)% 53,052 55,847 (5.0)%
Selling
Days 24 26 233 233
Note: MPV is a discontinued vehicle.
Source: Mazda North American Operations
Toyota Reports September Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota
Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported September sales of 144,260
vehicles, a decrease of 29.5 percent from last September, on a daily selling
rate basis. Calendar-year-to-date (CYTD) sales total 1,793,303 units, down 10.4
percent from the same period last year.
The Toyota Division posted September sales of
128,215 units, down 28.9 percent from last September. The Lexus Division
reported September sales of 16,045 units, a decrease of 33.4 percent from the
year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded September
sales of 78,912 units, a decrease of 23.7 percent from last September. Passenger
car sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid, which posted combined September
sales of 29,486 units. Camry Hybrid reported sales of 2,785 units for the month.
Corolla recorded sales of 21,316 units for the month. With limited availability,
the Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid reported September sales of 10,873 units.
Yaris posted September sales of 5,721 units, up 0.1 percent over the same period
last year.
Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of
49,303 units, down 36 percent from the year-ago month. Light truck sales were
led by the RAV4 compact SUV with September sales of 10,305 units. The Tundra
full-size pickup reported September sales of 7,696 units. Tacoma recorded sales
of 9,176 units for the month. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined
September sales of 5,729 units. The Highlander Hybrid gas electric mid-size SUV
recorded sales of 921 units for the month. Sequoia posted September sales of
2,030 units, up 27.4 percent over the same period last year. Sienna recorded
sales of 9,647 units for the month, up 1.9 percent over the year-ago month.
Scion posted September sales of 8,112 units. The
xB urban utility vehicle led the way with September sales of 3,038 units. The tC
sports coupe posted September sales of 2,679 units. The xD reported sales of
2,395 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported September sales of
9,430 units, down 35.1 percent from the year-ago month. Passenger car sales were
led by the ES 350 luxury sedan with September sales of 4,042 units. The IS entry
luxury sport sedan reported combined sales of 3,044 units. The LS flagship
luxury sedan reported combined sales of 1,238 units. The GS luxury sport sedan
posted combined September sales of 977 units.
Lexus Division light trucks reported September
sales of 6,615 units, down 31 percent from the same period last year. Lexus
sales were led by the RX luxury utility vehicle which posted combined September
sales of 4,639 units. The RX 400h hybrid luxury utility vehicle reported sales
of 744 units for the month. The LX 570 recorded sales of 647 units, up 280.8
percent over September 2007.
TMS Hybrids
TMS calendar-year-to-date hybrid sales totaled
200,450 units. TMS posted September sales of 15,399 hybrid vehicles. Toyota
Division posted sales of 14,579 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division posted
September sales of 820 hybrids.
There were 24 selling days this month, compared
to 25 selling days last September.
TOYOTA RETAIL SALES
(INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII)
September, 2008
--- CURRENT MONTH --- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE --
DSR % DSR %
2008 2007 CHG 2008 2007 CHG
---- ---- --- ---- ---- ---
YARIS 5,721 5,956 0.1 88,495 68,465 29.3
COROLLA 21,316 29,550 -24.9 279,685 291,981 -4.2
CAMRY 29,486 40,438 -24.0 355,562 365,140 -2.6
AVALON 3,404 6,066 -41.5 34,309 54,560 -37.1
PRIUS 10,873 12,494 -9.3 130,561 137,114 -4.8
SCION xA 0 80 -100.0 39 9,474 -99.6
SCION xB 3,038 4,842 -34.6 38,671 33,832 14.3
SCION tC 2,679 5,694 -51.0 35,680 52,063 -31.5
SCION xD 2,395 2,623 -4.9 23,369 5,287 342.0
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV.
PASS. CAR 78,912 107,743 -23.7 986,372 1,017,920 -3.1
----------------- ------ ------- ----- ------- --------- ----
ES 4,042 6,491 -35.1 50,642 62,444 -18.9
LS 1,238 2,918 -55.8 16,030 26,350 -39.2
SC 129 297 -54.8 1,689 2,995 -43.6
GS 977 1,668 -39.0 13,019 17,090 -23.8
IS 3,044 3,757 -15.6 40,372 41,706 -3.2
TOTAL LEXUS PASS.
CAR 9,430 15,131 -35.1 121,752 150,585 -19.1
----------------- ----- ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
TOTAL TOYOTA
PASS. CAR 88,342 122,874 -25.1 1,108,124 1,168,505 -5.2
------------ ------ ------- ----- --------- --------- ----
SIENNA 9,647 9,865 1.9 94,887 105,912 -10.4
RAV4 10,305 14,412 -25.5 106,738 131,946 -19.1
FJ CRUISER 1,571 4,544 -64.0 21,696 43,228 -49.8
4RUNNER 2,963 7,802 -60.4 37,306 66,984 -44.3
HIGHLANDER 5,729 8,173 -27.0 81,951 91,294 -10.2
LAND CRUISER 186 163 18.9 3,203 1,752 82.8
SEQUOIA 2,030 1,660 27.4 24,592 17,959 36.9
TOTAL SUV 22,784 36,754 -35.4 275,486 353,163 -22.0
--------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
4X2 TACOMA 4,904 8,380 -39.0 65,771 80,499 -18.3
4X4 TACOMA 4,272 5,616 -20.8 51,542 55,016 -6.3
TOTAL TACOMA 9,176 13,996 -31.7 117,313 135,515 -13.4
TUNDRA 7,696 19,571 -59.0 115,026 144,480 -20.4
TOTAL PICKUP 16,872 33,567 -47.6 232,339 279,995 -17.0
TOTAL TOYOTA
DIV. LT TRUCK 49,303 80,186 -36.0 602,712 739,070 -18.4
LX 647 177 280.8 6,416 2,149 198.6
GX 1,329 1,964 -29.5 12,832 16,394 -21.7
RX 4,639 7,841 -38.4 63,219 75,527 -16.3
TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT
TRUCK 6,615 9,982 -31.0 82,467 94,070 -12.3
----------------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ -----
TOTAL TOYOTA
LIGHT TRUCK 55,918 90,168 -35.4 685,179 833,140 -17.8
------------ ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 128,215 187,929 -28.9 1,589,084 1,756,990 -9.6
TOTAL LEXUS 16,045 25,113 -33.4 204,219 244,655 -16.5
----------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
TOTAL TOYOTA 144,260 213,042 -29.5 1,793,303 2,001,645 -10.4
MEMO:
DOM. COROLLA 16,492 29,472 -41.7 226,046 268,658 -15.9
DOM. CAMRY 29,119 38,603 -21.4 348,989 313,850 11.2
DOM. PICKUP 16,872 33,567 -47.6 232,339 279,995 -17.0
DOM. RX 3,718 5,774 -32.9 46,208 54,879 -15.8
SELLING DAYS 24 25 230 230
------------ -- -- --- ---
TOYOTA DIV.
IMPORT CAR 29,897 33,602 -7.3 377,028 380,852 -1.0
LEXUS IMPORT CAR 9,430 15,131 -35.1 121,752 150,585 -19.1
TOYOTA DIV NA
BUILT CARS 49,015 74,141 -31.1 609,344 637,068 -4.4
TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 88,342 122,874 -25.1 1,108,124 1,168,505 -5.2
TOYOTA DIV.
IMPORT LT TRUCK 20,754 35,094 -38.4 250,894 335,204 -25.2
LEXUS IMPORT LT
TRUCK 2,897 4,208 -28.3 36,259 39,191 -7.5
TOYOTA DIV NA
BUILT LT TRUCK 28,549 45,092 -34.0 351,818 403,866 -12.9
LEXUS NA BUILT LT
TRUCK 3,718 5,774 -32.9 46,208 54,879 -15.8
TOTAL TOYOTA LT
TRUCK 55,918 90,168 -35.4 685,179 833,140 -17.8
--------------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
SPORT UTILITY
VEHICLES 27,828 42,192 -31.3 336,257 404,005 -16.8
Memo: Lexus
Sport Utility 6,615 9,982 -31.0 82,467 94,070 -12.3
SMALL VANS 9,647 9,865 1.9 94,887 105,912 -10.4
PICKUPS 16,872 33,567 -47.6 232,339 279,995 -17.0
------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
* NORTH AMERICAN
BUILT VEHICLES
COROLLA 16,492 29,472 -41.7 226,046 268,658 -15.9
CAMRY 29,119 38,603 -21.4 348,989 313,850 11.2
AVALON 3,404 6,066 -41.5 34,309 54,560 -37.1
SIENNA 9,647 9,865 1.9 94,887 105,912 -10.4
PICKUP 16,872 33,567 -47.6 232,339 279,995 -17.0
SEQUOIA 2,030 1,660 27.4 24,592 17,959 36.9
RX 3,718 5,774 -32.9 46,208 54,879 -15.8
TOTAL 81,282 125,007 -32.3 1,007,370 1,095,813 -8.1
N.A. VEHICLES
% OF TOTAL 56.3% 58.7% 56.2% 54.7%
SELLING DAYS 24 25 230 230
DSR = DAILY
SELLING RATE
------------- -- -- --- ---
Source: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Kia Motors America Announces September Sales
Passenger Cars Up 17.2 Percent Year to Date
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors
America (KMA) today announced September sales of 17,383 units with year-to-date
sales of 228,088 units. Passenger cars are up 17.2 percent year to date, with
Rondo, Kia's value-laden CUV, posting a 3-percent increase over the same month
last year and a 38.4-percent increase year to date.
Optima and Rio also posted year-to-date increases
of 31.5 and 21.7 percent respectively with 40,778 and 30,329 units sold.
"Considering the current economic climate we are
pleased to see consumers recognizing and appreciating our passenger cars for the
value, safety and fuel efficiency they bring to the market," said Tom Loveless,
vice president of sales, KMA.
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing
and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA
offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 640 dealers throughout the
United States. For 2007, KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of record U.S.
sales. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high
quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing
vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to
Surprise."
Kia Motors America is the "Official Automotive
Partner of the NBA." Information about Kia Motors America and its full vehicle
line-up is available at its Web site --
http://www.kia.com/. For media information, including photography, visit
http://www.kiamedia.com/.
MONTH OF SEPTEMBER YEAR-TO-DATE Model 2008 2007 2008 2007 Rio 2,071 2,638 30,329 24,930 Spectra 3,878 5,785 58,915 55,546 Optima 1,905 3,004 40,778 31,021 Amanti 163 220 2,806 5,057 Sportage 1,721 4,083 27,853 36,150 Sorento 3,163 3,249 20,636 29,687 Sedona 1,648 2,544 20,858 31,825 Rondo 2,642 2,564 24,680 17,827 Borrego 192 n/a 1,233 n/a Total 17,383 24,087 228,088 232,043
Source: Kia Motors America (KMA)
MBUSA Reports September New Car Sales of 18,779
MONTVALE, N.J., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ --
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported September sales of 18,779 vehicles, bringing
the company's year-to-date volume to 177,298, a 1.6 percent decrease over its
year-to-date record set last year.
After its first full year on the market, the new
generation C-Class model line set a record for September sales with 6,772 units,
an 11.9 percent jump over the 6,052 C-Class units sold last September. C-Class
sport and luxury models also set a record year-to-date with a sales increase of
35.8 percent (57,365 vs. 42,236 units). True to form, the C-Class continued to
be the sales volume leader for the diverse Mercedes-Benz product portfolio.
On the SUV side, the volume leader was the
M-Class which continued to demonstrate gains with a sales increase of 1.1
percent for September sales (2,981 vs. 2,948 units). This brings M-Class sales
for the year-to-date to 25,498 units, a 6.4 percent increase over the first
three quarters of last year.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified
Pre-Owned program, MBUSA sold 4,973 vehicles in September, an increase of 13.3
percent over September 2007, bringing the program's year-to-date total to 47,946
units, a 22.1 percent increase over the same period last year.
Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Montvale, New
Jersey, is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz
products in the United States. For over forty years, MBUSA has prided itself on
its commitment to the customer by providing superior quality luxury vehicles
coupled with outstanding customer support. More information on MBUSA and its
products can be found on the Internet at www.mbusa.com.
MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Sales -- September 2008
Model Sept. '08 Sept. '07 Monthly % YTD 2008 YTD 2007 Yearly %
----- --------- --------- --------- -------- -------- --------
------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----
C-CLASS 6,772 6,052 11.9% 57,365 42,236 35.8%
------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----
------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ -----
E-CLASS 2,968 4,993 -40.6% 30,750 34,184 -10.0%
------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ -----
------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ -----
S-CLASS 1,591 1,964 -19.0% 14,507 19,501 -25.6%
------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ -----
-------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- -----
CL-CLASS 221 277 -20.2% 2,176 2,672 -18.6%
-------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- -----
-------- --- --- ---- ----- ----- ----
SL-CLASS 357 384 -7.0% 4,736 4,787 -1.1%
-------- --- --- ---- ----- ----- ----
--------- --- ----- ----- ----- ------ -----
CLK-CLASS 614 1,247 -50.8% 8,392 11,628 -27.8%
--------- --- ----- ----- ----- ------ -----
--------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- -----
SLK-CLASS 302 396 -23.7% 4,166 6,067 -31.3%
--------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- -----
--------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- -----
CLS-CLASS 300 554 -45.8% 4,793 6,012 -20.3%
--------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- -----
------- --- ----- ----- ----- ----- -----
R-CLASS 500 1,018 -50.9% 6,503 9,917 -34.4%
------- --- ----- ----- ----- ----- -----
------- ----- ----- --- ------ ------ ---
M-CLASS 2,981 2,948 1.1% 25,498 23,960 6.4%
------- ----- ----- --- ------ ------ ---
-------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ ----
GL-CLASS 2,137 2,541 -15.9% 17,760 18,498 -4.0%
-------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ ----
------- -- -- ----- --- --- -----
G-CLASS 36 85 -57.6% 652 803 -18.8%
------- -- -- ----- --- --- -----
----------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----
GRAND TOTAL 18,779 22,459 -16.4% 177,298 180,265 -1.6%
----------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----
Source: Mercedes-Benz USA
Daimler AG Reports a 9 Percent Decrease for the Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. for September 2008
- Total 20,557 of Units of Mercedes-Benz Cars Division Sold in U.S.
- Mercedes-Benz USA Records September Sales of 18,779
- smart USA Records 1,778 Sales in September
NEW YORK, Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Daimler AG (NYSE:DAI)
today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division (Mercedes-Benz and
smart combined) of 20,557 units in the U.S. for September 2008. All sales
figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported September
sales of 18,779 vehicles, bringing the company's year-to-date volume to 177,298,
a 1.6 percent decrease over its year-to-date record set last year. For the
month, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and M-Class model lines recorded gains of 11.9
percent and 1.1 percent respectively.
Sales for the smart fortwo remain strong with
deliveries totaling 1,778 for the month of September. This brings the
year-to-date total to an incredible 18,156 units in just over eight months of
being offered in the U.S. market. smart USA expects to deliver its 20,000th
smart fortwo in the month of October. The vehicle is attracting an overwhelming
number of buyers who want a solution to high gas prices, a reduced environmental
footprint and increased urban mobility on congested city streets -- all in a
package that's fun to drive. The fortwo offers a powerful combination of
outstanding fuel efficiency, innovative safety, environmental friendliness and
low cost of ownership. There are currently 73 smart centers open in 35 states.
Detailed vehicle sales information for MBUSA will
be announced later today in a separate press release issued by Mercedes-Benz
USA.
Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. Sales Summary Through September 2008
Month Sales % Sales CYTD %
Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
------- ------ ------ ------- ------- -----
Mercedes-Benz USA 18,779 22,459 -16.4 177,298 180,265 -1.6
smart USA 1,778 n/a* n/a* 18,156 n/a* n/a*
Mercedes-Benz USA /
smart USA combined 20,557 22,459* -8.5* 195,454 180,265* 8.4*
* smart sales in the U.S. started in mid January 2008
Further information on Daimler is available on
the internet at www.media.daimler.com
About Daimler
Daimler AG, Stuttgart, with its businesses
Mercedes-Benz Cars, Daimler Trucks, Daimler Financial Services, Mercedes-Benz
Vans and Daimler Buses, is a globally leading producer of premium passenger cars
and the largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles in the world. The Daimler
Financial Services division has a broad offering of financial services,
including vehicle financing, leasing, insurance and fleet management.
Daimler sells its products in nearly all the
countries of the world and has production facilities on five continents. The
company's founders, Gottlieb Daimler and Carl Benz, continued to make automotive
history following their invention of the automobile in 1886. As an automotive
pioneer, Daimler and its employees willingly accept an obligation to act
responsibly towards society and the environment and to shape the future of safe
and sustainable mobility with groundbreaking technologies and high-quality
products. The current brand portfolio includes the world's most valuable
automobile brand, Mercedes-Benz, as well as smart, AMG, Maybach, Freightliner,
Sterling, Western Star, Mitsubishi Fuso, Setra, Orion and Thomas Built Buses.
The company is listed on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt, New York and
Stuttgart (stock exchange abbreviation DAI). In 2007, the Group sold 2.1 million
vehicles and employed a workforce of over 270,000 people; revenue totaled €99.4
billion and EBIT amounted to €8.7 billion. Daimler is an automotive Group with
a commitment to excellence, and aims to achieve sustainable growth and
industry-leading profitability.
Source: Daimler AG
Hyundai Motor America Reports September Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ --
Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 24,765 for the month of
September, a 25 percent decrease from September 2007 levels.
"As consumers tighten their spending due to the
uncertain economic times we are experiencing, we are certainly feeling the
pinch, as I am sure every other manufacturer is," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai
Motor America's vice president of national sales. "While we are disappointed in
September sales results, we believe it is consistent with that happened in the
overall industry. But we feel Hyundai is well positioned to weather these
difficult economic times with a full lineup of vehicles that offer some of the
best value, fuel economy, safety and quality in the industry."
All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered
by The Hyundai Advantage, America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected
by a 10-year/100,000-mile power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile
bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty and
5-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain
Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles
are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are
sold and serviced through 800 dealerships nationwide.
CARLINE SEPT/2008 SEPT/2007 CY2008 CY2007 ------- --------- --------- ------ ------ ACCENT 3,014 3,120 44,393 29,212 SONATA 8,629 6,550 97,442 99,358 ELANTRA 3,681 7,164 86,144 73,890 TIBURON 677 1,236 7,730 11,850 SANTA FE 4,676 7,496 56,629 70,005 AZERA 483 1,423 13,437 17,361 TUCSON 1,294 3,693 16,247 32,449 ENTOURAGE 455 879 4,360 15,664 VERACRUZ 827 1,653 8,427 8,618 GENESIS 1,029 N/A 2,855 N/A TOTAL 24,765 33,214 337,664 358,407
Source: Hyundai Motor America
Ford Reports September Sales
- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 116,734, down 34 percent versus year ago.
- Weakening economy, tight credit and cautious consumers pulled Ford and industry sales in September to lowest level this year.
- Ford Flex crossover and Lincoln MKS sedan post highest retail shares in September.
- Ford readies for launch of all-new F-150.
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers reported total sales of 116,734 in September,
down 34 percent versus a year ago.
September was the lowest sales month for Ford and
the industry this year.
"Consumers and businesses are in a very fragile
place," said Jim Farley, Ford group vice president, Marketing and
Communications. "An already weak economy compounded by very tight credit
conditions has created an atmosphere of caution."
The national marketing launch for the Ford Flex
crossover and Lincoln MKS sedan began in September. Both new products have
steadily increased their share of segment. The Ford Flex has the highest
conquest rate of any Ford product (except for Escape Hybrid), and also is
attracting the highest rate of premium and import buyers. The Lincoln MKS ranks
third in the mid-size luxury car segment behind only the BMW 5-Series and the
Mercedes Benz E-Class.
The 2009 model Ford F-150 has class leading
capability (11,300 pounds towing and 3,030 pounds payload) and unsurpassed fuel
economy of 21 mpg highway with the SFE package.
"The sell down of the current model F-150 is
ahead of schedule, and the first shipments of the new F-150 will arrive soon at
Ford dealers," said Farley.
Ford's F-Series is America's No. 1 selling truck
for 31 years in a row and the new F-150 is designed and engineered to raise the
bar in the light-duty pickup market.
Note: The sales data included in this release and
the accompanying tables are based largely on data reported by dealers
representing their sales to retail and fleet customers.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F)
, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or
distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 229,000 employees and
about 90 plants worldwide, the company's core and affiliated automotive brands
include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Volvo and Mazda. The company provides financial
services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding
Ford's products, please visit our website at www.ford.com.
FORD MOTOR COMPANY SEPTEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
--------------------------------------------
September % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Sales By Brand
Ford 102,685 155,037 -33.8 1,353,519 1,620,925 -16.5
Lincoln 7,571 9,764 -22.5 82,824 102,449 -19.2
Mercury 6,478 11,403 -43.2 96,878 129,743 -25.3
----- ------ ------ -------
Total Ford,
Lincoln and
Mercury 116,734 176,204 -33.8 1,533,221 1,853,117 -17.3
Volvo 4,054 8,408 -51.8 60,028 80,884 -25.8
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Ford
Motor Company 120,788 184,612 -34.6 1,593,249 1,934,001 -17.6
Ford, Lincoln and
Mercury Sales By
Type
Cars 40,453 50,212 -19.4 550,752 588,001 -6.3
Crossover Utility
Vehicles 22,583 32,333 -30.2 295,903 302,624 -2.2
Sport Utility
Vehicles 8,623 20,040 -57.0 128,396 216,084 -40.6
Trucks and Vans 45,075 73,619 -38.8 558,170 746,408 -25.2
------ ------ ------- -------
Total Trucks 76,281 125,992 -39.5 982,469 1,265,116 -22.3
------ ------- ------- ---------
Total Vehicles 116,734 176,204 -33.8 1,533,221 1,853,117 -17.3
FORD BRAND SEPTEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
------------------------------------
September % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Crown Victoria 3,622 3,520 2.9 39,317 46,188 -14.9
Taurus 3,172 4,230 -25.0 43,650 52,514 -16.9
Fusion 9,942 11,966 -16.9 117,545 112,519 4.5
Focus 10,346 9,885 4.7 165,382 133,043 24.3
Mustang 4,910 10,266 -52.2 78,871 109,803 -28.2
GT 0 0 NA 0 231 -100.0
- - - ---
Ford Cars 31,992 39,867 -19.8 444,765 454,298 -2.1
Flex 1,959 0 NA 7,552 0 NA
Edge 6,633 11,632 -43.0 93,830 89,676 4.6
Escape 9,161 11,132 -17.7 125,672 127,737 -1.6
Taurus X 1,105 3,065 -63.9 19,578 30,411 -35.6
----- ----- ------ ------
Ford Crossover
Utility Vehicles 18,858 25,829 -27.0 246,632 247,824 -0.5
Expedition 3,645 5,827 -37.4 43,272 71,213 -39.2
Explorer 3,498 10,690 -67.3 64,339 108,535 -40.7
----- ------ ------ -------
Ford Sport
Utility Vehicles 7,143 16,517 -56.8 107,611 179,748 -40.1
F-Series 32,727 56,065 -41.6 392,698 537,211 -26.9
Ranger 3,915 4,019 -2.6 54,815 57,434 -4.6
Econoline/Club Wagon 7,617 11,897 -36.0 101,419 130,763 -22.4
Freestar 0 0 NA 0 2,390 -100.0
Low Cab Forward 55 143 -61.5 745 2,257 -67.0
Heavy Trucks 378 700 -46.0 4,834 9,000 -46.3
--- --- ----- -----
Ford Trucks and Vans 44,692 72,824 -38.6 554,511 739,055 -25.0
------ ------ ------- -------
Ford Brand 102,685 155,037 -33.8 1,353,519 1,620,925 -16.5
LINCOLN BRAND SEPTEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
---------------------------------------
September % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
MKS 1,814 0 NA 6,852 0 NA
MKZ 1,578 2,589 -39.0 24,914 25,537 -2.4
Town Car 1,031 611 68.7 11,685 25,580 -54.3
MKX 1,753 3,805 -53.9 23,977 26,950 -11.0
Navigator 1,012 1,964 -48.5 11,737 17,729 -33.8
Mark LT 383 795 -51.8 3,659 6,653 -45.0
--- --- ----- -----
Lincoln Brand 7,571 9,764 -22.5 82,824 102,449 -19.2
MERCURY BRAND SEPTEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
---------------------------------------
September % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Grand Marquis 1,599 2,737 -41.6 23,091 38,280 -39.7
Sable 783 1,851 -57.7 13,711 16,665 -17.7
Milan 1,656 2,557 -35.2 25,734 27,641 -6.9
Mariner 1,972 2,699 -26.9 25,294 27,850 -9.2
Mountaineer 468 1,559 -70.0 9,048 18,607 -51.4
Monterey 0 0 NA 0 700 -100.0
- - - ---
Mercury Brand 6,478 11,403 -43.2 96,878 129,743 -25.3
VOLVO BRAND SEPTEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
-------------------------------------
September % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
S40 422 1,132 -62.7 8,137 14,645 -44.4
V50 119 224 -46.9 1,370 2,185 -37.3
S60 470 826 -43.1 7,657 14,355 -46.7
S80 578 1,308 -55.8 8,811 9,958 -11.5
V70 141 372 -62.1 2,672 2,884 -7.4
XC70 661 954 -30.7 7,735 8,990 -14.0
XC90 1,106 2,460 -55.0 15,292 23,471 -34.8
C70 292 321 -9.0 4,898 3,534 38.6
C30 265 811 -67.3 3,456 862 300.9
--- --- ----- ---
Volvo Brand 4,054 8,408 -51.8 60,028 80,884 -25.8
Source: Ford Motor Company
August
Chrysler LLC Reports August 2008 U.S. Sales; Continues 'Shop 'Til You Drive' Campaign With Up to 40 Percent Off MSRP
- Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country minivans have strong sales month, up 7 percent over last year
- Dodge Ram light-duty truck and Jeep(R) Liberty performance improves versus July
- Dodge Journey gains momentum; buyers coming out of larger SUVs
- Dodge Charger sales continue to grow
- Up to 40 percent off MSRP available in September
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 3 - Chrysler LLC today
reported total August 2008 U.S. sales of 110,235 units, down 34 percent from the
same period last year. Total August sales reflect an industry-wide slowdown,
segment shifts and reduced fleet sales. Compared with July 2008, Chrysler's
August sales increased 12 percent supported by enhanced financing offers,
efforts to shift lease-oriented customers to purchasing, leasing availability
from independent financial institutions and better demand for key vehicles.
Although Chrysler Financial is no longer offering leasing options to Chrysler
customers, customers are still able to lease Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge products
through independent financial institutions and qualify for available discounts.
"The industry is changing rapidly in terms of
what vehicles and features customers want and the leasing and financing options
available to them," Jim Press, Chrysler LLC Vice Chairman and President, said.
"To help consumers, we are offering some of our most popular vehicles at
significant savings. In August, we saw this formula generate new signs of
momentum on vehicles like our Chrysler and Dodge minivans, Dodge Ram light-duty
trucks and Jeep(R) Liberty. In September, we will continue to offer competitive
values and showcase dynamic new vehicles like the 2009 Dodge Challenger, and
hybrid Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen SUVs."
September Incentives
Chrysler's 'Shop 'til You Drive Sales Event'
continues through Sept. 30, offering up to 40 percent off MSRP on select
vehicles, and zero percent APR for 72-months on the 2008 Dodge Ram, Dodge
Durango, Chrysler Aspen, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Commander. Especially
strong values are available on Dodge Ram pickup trucks, with up to $9,000
discounts in select markets.
In September, customers can continue to take
advantage of consumer bonus cash of $2,000 on select retail purchases when
financed through Chrysler Financial. For those customers who still wish to lease
a Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge vehicle through an independent financial institution,
they can take advantage of Chrysler's Customer Cash Allowance on select vehicles
up to $2,000.
Returning lease customers will receive a Lease
Loyalty incentive up to $750 for use towards the retail purchase of an eligible
new Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge vehicle. The disposition fee, up to $425, will be
waived by Chrysler Financial.
August Sales Highlights
Total Chrysler LLC minivan sales were up 7
percent compared with a year ago. The Dodge Grand Caravan posted sales of 9,422
units, nearly flat when compared with August 2007 sales. However, when compared
with July 2008, Grand Caravan sales were up 54 percent. The all-new Chrysler
Town & Country posted increased sales of 10,182 units in August, up 15 percent
compared with August 2007 sales, and up 26 percent when compared with July 2008
sales.
Total Dodge Ram light-duty truck sales have
doubled in the last 60 days, (June sales 9,172 units vs. August sales 18,774
units). Although sales were down 7 percent when compared with August 2007, sales
increased 16 percent when compared with July 2008 sales. The 2009 model year
Dodge Ram will begin arriving in Dodge dealerships in September.
The all-new 2008 Dodge Journey continues to gain
momentum in the expanding mid-size crossover segment by capturing more than 35
percent of its buyers from owners of larger SUVs who are looking for efficiency
and versatility. More than half of all Dodge Journey sales were first-time
customers to the Dodge Brand. Journey posted sales of 4,587 in August, a 33
percent increase when compared with July 2008 sales of 3,449 units.
Chrysler LLC sold 4,654 units of the Jeep Liberty
in August, a decrease of 14 percent when compared with August 2007. However, the
vehicle picked up some momentum in August increasing sales 24 percent when
compared with July 2008 sales.
Sales for the Dodge Charger continue to grow. In
August, 8,102 Dodge Chargers were sold, a 3 percent increase versus 2007 sales,
and a 48 percent increase compared with July 2008 sales.
The Company finished the month with 380,560 units
of inventory, or a 93-day supply. As part of a planned reduction in
manufacturing and capacity, inventory is down 15 percent compared with August
2007 when it totaled 446,249 units.
About Chrysler LLC
Chrysler LLC, headquartered in Auburn Hills,
Mich., produces Chrysler, Jeep(R), Dodge and Mopar(R) brand vehicles and
products. Total sales worldwide in 2007 were 2.7 million vehicles. Sales outside
of North America were the highest ever with an increase of 15 percent over 2006.
Its product lineup features some of the world's most recognizable vehicles,
including the Chrysler 300 and Town & Country, Jeep Wrangler and Grand Cherokee
and Dodge Challenger and Ram. The Chrysler Foundation, the company's
philanthropic arm, annually supports hundreds of charitable organizations in the
United States and throughout the world. In 2007, the Foundation gave
approximately $21 million in charitable donations.
Chrysler LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru August 2008
Month Sales Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 4,140 7,659 -46%
300 3,688 9,016 -59%
Crossfire 162 372 -56%
PT Cruiser 3,808 10,938 -65%
Aspen 1,922 3,599 -47%
Pacifica 435 3,228 -87%
Town & Country 10,182 8,838 15%
CHRYSLER BRAND 24,337 43,650 -44%
Compass 1,602 3,625 -56%
Patriot 4,019 5,081 -21%
Wrangler 6,469 9,464 -32%
Liberty 4,654 5,387 -14%
Grand Cherokee 4,736 12,265 -61%
Commander 1,996 5,890 -66%
JEEP BRAND 23,476 41,712 -44%
Caliber 4,022 9,320 -57%
Avenger 3,557 5,989 -41%
Charger 8,102 7,846 3%
Challenger 2,077 0 0%
Viper 104 1 N/A
Magnum 148 1,087 -86%
Dakota 1,032 4,620 -78%
Ram P/U 24,974 32,309 -23%
Journey 4,587 0 0%
Caravan 9,422 9,548 -1%
Durango 1,430 3,284 -56%
Nitro 1,991 6,931 -71%
Sprinter 976 1,906 -49%
DODGE BRAND 62,422 82,841 -25%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 110,235 168,203 -34%
TOTAL CAR 26,016 42,308 -39%
TOTAL TRUCK 84,219 125,895 -33%
Selling Days 27 27
Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 55,978 62,220 -10%
300 47,520 81,020 -41%
Crossfire 1,453 7,789 -81%
PT Cruiser 39,935 71,243 -44%
Aspen 16,368 18,593 -12%
Pacifica 5,077 38,691 -87%
Town & Country 86,058 90,453 -5%
CHRYSLER BRAND 252,389 370,009 -32%
Compass 21,396 28,421 -25%
Patriot 44,154 23,367 89%
Wrangler 59,005 83,944 -30%
Liberty 49,330 62,035 -20%
Grand Cherokee 52,768 82,827 -36%
Commander 21,064 45,615 -54%
JEEP BRAND 247,717 326,209 -24%
Caliber 67,940 74,004 -8%
Avenger 49,328 50,830 -3%
Charger 72,102 80,225 -10%
Challenger 6,067 0 0%
Viper 786 324 143%
Magnum 6,742 18,714 -64%
Dakota 21,004 37,188 -44%
Ram P/U 175,246 246,878 -29%
Journey 30,767 0 0%
Caravan 91,342 120,055 -24%
Durango 16,723 34,661 -52%
Nitro 27,540 48,745 -44%
Sprinter 10,477 9,704 8%
DODGE BRAND 576,064 722,806 -20%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 1,076,170 1,419,024 -24%
TOTAL CAR 309,002 386,195 -20%
TOTAL TRUCK 767,168 1,032,829 -26%
Selling Days 206 205
Source: Chrysler LLC
Subaru Reports Record Breaking Sales for August 2008
Subaru Forester hits an all-time sales record as does the Legacy Sedan - while the Impreza bests its August sales record
CHERRY HILL, N.J., Sept. 3- Subaru of America,
Inc. today reported August sales of 18,932 total units -- a 14% increase over
the same month in 2007 of 16,573 units. The company posted total year-to-date
sales of 129,298 units, a 6% gain over YTD August 2007 of 122,165 units.
The Subaru Forester hit an all-time sales record
of 6,763 units resulting in an increase of over 73% from August 2007 sales as
did the Subaru Legacy Sedan at 2,402 units -- a 24% increase over the same
period last year. The Subaru Impreza posted its best August ever -- up an
impressive 15% over the same period last year.
Model 2008 August % v 2007
Total Impreza 5,071 +15%
Total Legacy 2,402 +24%
Total Outback 3,834 -15%
(incl. Legacy Wagon)
Total Forester 6,763 +73%
Total Tribeca 862 -53%
Total 18,932 +14%
"Subaru is enjoying record sales due to the
strength of our product line and the top-notch service provided by our
dealerships," said Tim Colbeck, vice president of sales for Subaru of America.
"While the market is down 11 percent for the month of August and 8 percent on a
year-to-date basis, we are growing with products that are not only fuel
efficient, but also leaders in durability, capability, and safety."
"Subaru is proud to provide a safer, superior
driving experience for its customers," said Thomas J. Doll, executive vice
president for Subaru of America. "Equipped with unique symmetrical All-Wheel
Drive technology and the Subaru boxer engine, the Subaru product line, renowned
for durability, reliability, traction and "active safety," represents one of the
highest repurchase-loyalty ratings in the U.S. market," Doll added.
About Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned
subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill,
N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of nearly 600 dealers across
the United States. Subaru makes the best-selling All-Wheel Drive car sold in
America based on R.L. Polk & Co. new vehicle retail registration statistics
calendar year-end 2007. In addition, Subaru boasts the most fuel efficient
line-up of all-wheel drive products sold in the market today based on
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) fuel economy standards. All Subaru
products are manufactured in zero- landfill production plants and Subaru of
Indiana Automotive Inc. is the only U.S. automobile production plant to be
designated a backyard wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. For
additional information visit
http://www.subaru.com/.
Mitsubishi Motors Reports August Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., Sept. 3 -- Mitsubishi Motors
today announced total August 2008 sales of 9,200.
Galant sales were 2,976, which is the largest
month for Galant since August 2007.
August 2008 Lancer Evolution sales were up 228
percent over August 2007 sales.
Mitsubishi's total August 2008 sales were down 29
percent, compared to August 2007 (13,020 sales), which was the largest August
sales month in four years.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes, convertibles, sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a network of approximately 480 dealers.
Source: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Audi Reports August Sales
- Audi reports tough month-over-month comparison; A4 selldown depletes inventory
- Audi A6 sales up year over year, record A5 sales
- Year to date, Audi sales outpace industry trends
- CPO sales up again
HERNDON, Va., Sept. 3 - Audi of America announced
today auto sales for the month of August totaling 6,406, a decrease of 16% from
last year's figures. Despite strong economic headwinds, Audi new vehicle sales
in the U.S. are down just 3.7% year-to-date. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO)
sales continued to grow with another record-setting month; compared with last
year's August figures, CPO sales rose to 2,841 units, up 20.8%.
"We have a strong portfolio of all-new models
which has helped sustain interest in Audi and drive showroom traffic through
this otherwise tough period," said Johan de Nysschen, executive vice president,
Audi of America. "Our Audi dealers were so successful in selling down our 2008
model year A4s that our inventory came up a bit short to satisfy consumer
demand. The all-new 2009 model year A4 vehicles are arriving now. Based on sold
orders and consumer interest through our website and at local dealer launch
events, we expect strong demand for this segment-leading sedan, and excellent
sales for September."
The Audi 2009 A4 models are arriving in dealer
showrooms now and are all-new. Based on government data and independent test
results, the 2009 A4 2.0T leads its key competitors in fuel economy and 0-to-60
miles per hour acceleration.
Nationwide, several Audi models sold well. The
Audi A6 model line sales increased significantly, up 88.4% over last August.
Dealers recorded a record sales month for the all-new A5 due to improved
availability, with 718 units sold. In addition, dealers in key markets noted
strong sales, including the greater Atlanta and Los Angeles metropolitan areas
and the Pacific Southwest region.
Audi continues to impress industry analysts and
other third-party industry watchers. J.D. Power and Associates, the respected
industry organization that measures, among other things, quality within the auto
industry, recently noted that Audi posted the greatest ranking improvement in
initial quality during the 2008 J.D. Power Initial Quality Survey. The Audi Q7,
A3, A4 and A6 have also been recognized by the Insurance Institute for Highway
Safety (IIHS) as Top Safety Picks in 2008, earning Audi the most Top Safety Pick
designations for 2008 models of any luxury automaker this year.
ABOUT AUDI
Audi of America and its 272 dealers offer a full
line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. The Audi line up is one of the
freshest in the industry with 23 models, including 12 models launched during
model years 2008 and 2009. Audi is among the most successful brands globally.
Last year AUDI AG recorded its 12th consecutive record year for sales and profit
growth. Visit www.audiusa.com or www.audiusanews.com for more information
regarding Audi vehicles and business issues.
AUDI US SNAPSHOT -----YEAR TO DATE-----
Aug-08 Aug-07 Yr/Yr % Aug-08 Aug-07 Yr/Yr %
actual actual change YTD YTD change
actual actual
A3 432 428 0.9% 3,447 4,369 -21.1%
A4/S4/RS 4 2,136 3,675 -41.9% 28,906 28,880 0.1%
A5/S5 718 n/a n/a 3,472 n/a n/a
A6/S6 1,520 807 88.4% 8,173 7,636 7.0%
A8/S8 274 324 -15.4% 1,907 2,443 -21.9%
TT 341 562 -39.3% 3,166 2,672 18.5%
R8 83 n/a n/a 448 n/a n/a
Audi Q7 902 1,824 -50.5% 8,714 14,458 -39.7%
Total Audi Sales 6,406 7,620 -15.9% 58,233 60,458 -3.7%
Source: Audi of America
Kia Motors America Announces August Sales
Passenger Cars Up 22.2 Percent Year-To-Date
IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 3- Kia Motors America (KMA)
today announced August sales of 25,065 units. Year-to-date sales are up 1.3
percent with 210,705 units sold. Passenger cars are up 4.9 percent for August
and 22.2 percent year-to-date.
Leading August passenger car sales is Optima with
3,807 units, up 25.2 percent over the same period last year. Rio and Rondo also
both had increases of 19 percent and 15.2 percent respectively over the same
period last year with 3,590 and 3,508 units sold.
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing
and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA
offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 640 dealers throughout the
United States. For 2007, KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of record U.S.
sales. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high
quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing
vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to
Surprise."
MONTH OF AUGUST YEAR-TO-DATE Model 2008 2007 2008 2007 Rio 3,590 3,017 28,258 22,292 Spectra 6,170 6,834 55,037 49,761 Optima 3,807 3,040 38,873 28,017 Amanti 214 249 2,643 4,837 Sportage 2,845 4,109 26,132 32,067 Sorento 3,041 3,557 17,473 26,438 Sedona 886 3,023 19,210 29,281 Rondo 3,508 3,045 22,038 15,263 Borrego 1,004 n/a 1,041 n/a Total 25,065 26,874 210,705 207,956
Source: Kia Motors America
Hyundai Motor America Reports August Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 3-- Hyundai Motor
America today announced sales of 41,130 for the month of August, an 8.8 percent
decrease from the all-time August sales record set in 2007.
"Once again the fuel-efficient Accent, Sonata and
Elantra, despite restricted availability, continued their upward sales trend
with increases of 73 percent, 17 percent and 13 percent, respectively, over the
same month last year," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice
president of national sales. "As illustrated by our August sales, the small to
midsize segments continue to be where the market is and we believe Hyundai is
extremely well positioned to capitalize on this."
"Additionally, we just finished our first full
month of sales of our new rear-wheel drive Genesis and we are thrilled with the
results of 1,177 units. Genesis is changing the way American buyers think about
the Hyundai brand and is attracting an entirely new type of prospect to our
showrooms."
All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered
by The Hyundai Advantage, America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected
by a 10-year/100,000-mile power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile
bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty and
5-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain
Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles
are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are
sold and serviced through 800 dealerships nationwide.
CARLINE AUG/2008 AUG/2007 CY2008 CY2007 ACCENT 6,455 3,731 41,379 26,092 SONATA 11,477 10,348 88,813 92,808 ELANTRA 10,031 8,812 82,463 66,726 TIBURON 984 1,646 7,053 10,614 SANTA FE 7,675 10,570 51,953 62,509 AZERA 703 1,992 12,954 15,938 TUCSON 1,685 4,954 14,953 28,756 ENTOURAGE 391 1,295 3,905 14,785 VERACRUZ 552 1,739 7,600 6,965 GENESIS 1,177 0 1,826 0 TOTAL 41,130 45,087 312,899 325,193
Acura Announces August Sales Results
TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 3 -- The MDX luxury SUV
was Acura's top-selling model with August sales of 5,180 units. Acura sales for
August tallied 15,089 units, down 8.2 percent compared to August 2007*. Acura's
year-to-date** vehicle sales totaled 105,831 units, down 13.9 percent compared
to 2007.
"As we prepare for the arrival of the all-new
2009 TL later this month, we anticipate strong Acura car sales throughout the
remainder of 2008," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of sales. "The
all-new TL embodies dramatic styling, driving excitement, refinement and
connectivity, raising the bar in the highly competitive luxury market."
August 2008 sales for Acura sedans were led by
the TL performance luxury sedan with 5,000 units, up 0.2 percent from August
2007, followed by the TSX sports sedan which posted sales of 2,837 units, and
the RL luxury performance sedan, with 316 units sold. In addition, the RDX
turbocharged crossover SUV sold 1,756 units.
* The daily selling rate is calculated with 27 selling days for August
2008 and 27 selling days for August 2007.
** Year-to-date sales based on 206 days for 2008 versus 205 days for 2007.
American Honda Vehicle Sales For August 2008
Month-to-Date
August August DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
Acura Division Total 15,089 16,436 -8.2%
RSX 0 1
TL * 5,000 4,992 0.2%
TSX 2,837 3,245 -12.6%
RL 316 522 -39.5%
MDX * 5,180 5,816 -10.9%
RDX * 1,756 1,860 -5.6%
Selling Days 27 27
Year-to-Date
August August DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
Acura Division Total 105,831 122,357 -13.9%
RSX 1 294 -99.7%
TL * 32,642 40,748 -20.3%
TSX 23,994 23,433 1.9%
RL 3,507 4,562 -23.5%
MDX * 33,219 37,792 -12.5%
RDX * 12,468 15,526 -20.1%
Selling Days 206 205
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced
parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Source: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
American Honda Reports August Sales
All-new Pilot sales increase 18.6 percent; Civic Sales up by 5.3 percent
TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 3 -- American Honda Motor
Co., Inc., posted August total vehicle sales of 146,855, a decline of 7.3
percent compared to record-setting August 2007 results. Year-to-date sales of
1,083,957 represent a 1.2 percent increase on a daily-selling-rate basis*
compared to last year.
Honda Division posted August sales of 131,766, a
decline of 7.1 percent versus August 2007. Honda models showing increased sales
included the all-new Pilot, up 18.6 percent to 11,276; Civic, up 5.3 percent to
30,052; the Civic Hybrid, up 47.7 percent to 3,105.
"Meeting the demand for fuel-efficient vehicles
remains a priority," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of sales for
American Honda. "In addition to the Civic and Civic Hybrid, the sales increase
of the all-new Pilot shows that fuel-efficient technologies such as our variable
cylinder management system are being well-received in Honda's light truck
segment."
Honda total car sales decreased by 4.9 percent to
78,674. Honda light truck sales saw a decrease of 10.3 percent to 53,092.
The Acura Division posted sales of 15,089, a
decrease of 8.2 percent compared to August 2007. The MDX was Acura's top-selling
model, posting 5,180 units while sales of the TL sedan increased 0.2 percent to
5,000.
*The daily selling rate is calculated with 27
days for August 2008 and 27 days for August 2007. The year-to-date daily selling
rate is calculated with 206 days for 2008 and 205 days for 2007. All percentages
reflect the daily selling rate.
American Honda Vehicle Sales For August 2008
Month-to-Date
August August DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
American Honda Total 146,855 158,342 -7.3%
Total Car Sales 86,827 91,448 -5.1%
Total Truck Sales 60,028 66,894 -10.3%
Honda Total Car Sales 78,674 82,688 -4.9%
Honda Total Truck Sales 53,092 59,218 -10.3%
Acura Total Car Sales 8,153 8,760 -6.9%
Acura Total Truck Sales 6,936 7,676 -9.6%
Domestic Car Sales * 70,081 78,135 -10.3%
Honda Division 65,081 73,143 -11.0%
Acura Division 5,000 4,992 0.2%
Domestic Truck Sales * 50,234 48,001 4.7%
Honda Division 43,298 40,325 7.4%
Acura Division 6,936 7,676 -9.6%
Import Car Sales 16,746 13,313 25.8%
Honda Division 13,593 9,545 42.4%
Acura Division 3,153 3,768 -16.3%
Import Truck Sales 9,794 18,893 -48.2%
Honda Division 9,794 18,893 -48.2%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total 131,766 141,906 -7.1%
Fit 4,800 6,408 -25.1%
Accord * 43,613 47,360 -7.9%
Memo: Accord Hybrid 2 275 -99.3%
Civic * 30,052 28,551 5.3%
Memo: Civic Hybrid 3,105 2,102 47.7%
S2000 208 369 -43.6%
Insight 0 0
FCX 0 0
FCX Clarity 1
Odyssey * 15,546 19,324 -19.6%
Pilot * 11,276 9,504 18.6%
CR-V * 19,866 23,192 -14.3%
Element * 2,606 2,759 -5.5%
Ridgeline 3,798 4,439 -14.4%
Acura Division Total 15,089 16,436 -8.2%
RSX 0 1
TL * 5,000 4,992 0.2%
TSX 2,837 3,245 -12.6%
RL 316 522 -39.5%
MDX * 5,180 5,816 -10.9%
RDX * 1,756 1,860 -5.6%
Selling Days 27 27
Year-to-Date
August August DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
American Honda Total 1,083,957 1,066,320 1.2%
Total Car Sales 674,129 605,812 10.7%
Total Truck Sales 409,828 460,508 -11.4%
Honda Total Car Sales 613,985 536,773 13.8%
Honda Total Truck Sales 364,141 407,190 -11.0%
Acura Total Car Sales 60,144 69,039 -13.3%
Acura Total Truck Sales 45,687 53,318 -14.7%
Domestic Car Sales * 502,452 494,795 1.1%
Honda Division 469,810 454,047 3.0%
Acura Division 32,642 40,748 -20.3%
Domestic Truck Sales * 323,140 326,526 -1.5%
Honda Division 277,453 273,208 1.1%
Acura Division 45,687 53,318 -14.7%
Import Car Sales 171,677 111,017 53.9%
Honda Division 144,175 82,726 73.4%
Acura Division 27,502 28,291 -3.3%
Import Truck Sales 86,688 133,982 -35.6%
Honda Division 86,688 133,982 -35.6%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total 978,126 943,963 3.1%
Fit 56,853 36,520 54.9%
Accord * 290,857 266,848 8.5%
Memo: Accord Hybrid 196 2,579 -92.4%
Civic * 264,138 230,203 14.2%
Memo: Civic Hybrid 25,577 21,736 17.1%
S2000 2,128 3,189 -33.6%
Insight 0 3
FCX 6 10 -40.3%
FCX Clarity 3
Odyssey * 101,258 113,803 -11.5%
Pilot * 74,238 89,272 -17.2%
CR-V * 142,096 147,454 -4.1%
Element * 20,690 25,562 -19.5%
Ridgeline 25,859 31,099 -17.3%
Acura Division Total 105,831 122,357 -13.9%
RSX 1 294 -99.7%
TL * 32,642 40,748 -20.3%
TSX 23,994 23,433 1.9%
RL 3,507 4,562 -23.5%
MDX * 33,219 37,792 -12.5%
RDX * 12,468 15,526 -20.1%
Selling Days 206 205
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced
parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Month-to-Date Year-to-Date
August August DSR** August August DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg. 2008 2007 % Chg.
Hybrid 3,107 2,377 30.7% 25,773 24,318 5.5%
Source: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.,
BMW Group Reports August Sales
BMW Group US sales (BMW and MINI combined) up 1.0 percent in August
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Sept. 3 -- The BMW Group in
the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported August sales of 30,931 vehicles, an
increase of 1.0 percent over the 30,639 vehicles sold in August 2007. The BMW
Group also reported a year-to-date sales volume of 217,821 vehicles, down 2.5
percent, compared to 223,341 vehicles in the same period of 2007.
BMW Brand Sales
Sales of BMW brand vehicles decreased 4.1 percent
in August for a total of 25,462 compared to 26,562 reported in the same month a
year ago. Year-to-date BMW brand sales were down 7.4 percent, to 180,889
vehicles compared to 195,436 vehicles sold in the same period in 2007.
"In the last six months in a tough economy we
have seen premium brand sales largely supported by the Northeast region," said
Jim O'Donnell, President of BMW of North America, LLC. "In August however the
Southeast and West came back as a strong contributor to our BMW sales. A trend?
Don't know, but a good sign."
Contributing to BMW sales in August was a good
balance between retail financing and leasing.
"We are strong believers that the premium market
deserves a choice of both retail financing and leasing," said Jim O'Donnell. "We
knew working our APR programs to add a bit more value to the ownership equation
would get us a better balance with leasing. This month it's been exactly like
this."
BMW Automobile Sales
BMW's automobile sales are down 5.6 percent in
August to 19,653 versus 20,825 in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date sales
also decreased 7.1 percent, to 142,436 automobiles compared to 153,303 in the
same period of 2007.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Sales
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles increased
by 1.3 percent in August to 5,809 vehicles over the 5,737 sold last August.
Year-to-date, sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles were down 8.7 percent, to
38,453 vehicles compared to the 42,133 sold in the first eight months of 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported August sales of 5,469
automobiles, up 34.1 percent from the 4,077 cars sold in August 2007.
Year-to-date, the division reported sales of 36,932 automobiles, an increase of
32.3 percent, compared to the 27,905 cars reported in the first eight months of
2007.
"MINI continued to see strong demand in August
and one that again lowered our inventory even more," said Jim McDowell,
Vice-President MINI USA. "But good news is on the way as we have increased our
allocation for the remainder of the year starting in September."
McDowell noted that 75 percent of all MINI
customers will likely build their vehicles to order. "This trend shows that MINI
costumers continue to be those choosing more for lifestyle and individualization
rather than just downsizing for fuel economy."
Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, August 2008
August August % YTD YTD %
2008 2007 2008 2007
BMW brand 25,462 26,562 -4.1 180,889 195,436 -7.4
BMW passenger cars 19,6536 20,8256 -5.6 142,433 153,303 -7.1
BMW light trucks
(SAVs) 5,809 5,737 1.3 38,453 42,133 -8.7
MINI brand 5,469 4,077 34.1 36,932 27,905 32.3
TOTAL Group 30,931 30,639 1.0 217,821 223,341 -2.5
BMW Certified Pre-Owned
Sales of BMW's Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are
up 26.7 percent, to 9,453 CPO vehicles versus 7,462 vehicles reported last
August. Year-to-date, CPO sales are up 21.8 percent, to 69,437 over the 57,024
reported in the same period in 2007.
Sales BMW of North America, LLC, August 2008
August August YTD YTD
08 07 % August 08 August 07 %
1 Series 1,190 0 8,617 0
3 Series 10,756 12,470 -13.7% 81,967 97,041 -15.5%
Z4 Roadster and Coupe 556 1,127 -50.7% 4,672 6,547 -28.6%
5 Series 5,287 5,173 2.2% 32,908 33,840 -2.8%
6 Series 663 761 -12.9% 4,881 5,951 -18.0%
7 Series 1,201 1,294 -7.2% 9,391 9,924 -5.4%
BMW passenger cars 19,653 20,825 -5.6% 142,436 153,303 -7.1%
X3 1,963 3,181 -38.3% 13,220 20,107 -34.3%
X5 3,380 2,556 32.2% 22,347 22,026 1.5%
X6 466 0 2,886 0
BMW light trucks (SAVs) 5,809 5,737 1.3% 38,453 42,133 -8.7%
BMW brand 25,462 26,562 -4.1% 180,889 195,436 -7.4%
Cooper /S Hardtop 3,631 3,233 12.3% 24,966 22,249 12.2%
Cooper /S Convertible 505 844 -40.2% 4,545 5,656 -19.6%
Cooper /S Clubman 1,333 0 7,421 0
MINI brand 5,469 4,077 34.1% 36,932 27,905 32.3%
TOTAL BMW of North
America, LLC 30,931 30,639 1.0% 217,821 223,341 -2.5%
BMW Group In America
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the
United States since 1975. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing
vehicles in 2003. The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include
marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand of motor
vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and the Rolls-Royce brand of
Motor Cars; DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a
technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the
country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group's
global manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all Z4
models, X5 Sports Activity Vehicles and X6 Sports Activity Coupes. The BMW Group
sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 338 BMW
passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 142 BMW
motorcycle retailers, 82 MINI passenger car dealers, and 30 Rolls-Royce Motor
Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group's sales headquarters for
North, Central and South America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
Information about BMW Group products is available
to consumers via the Internet at:
www.bmwgroupna.com www.bmwusa.com www.bmwmotorcycles.com www.miniusa.com www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com
Source: BMW of North America, LLC
July
Chrysler LLC Reports July 2008 U.S. Sales
- Chrysler Town & Country up 24 percent in July; drives total minivan sales 5 percent higher; considered fuel-efficient alternative
- Fuel-efficient Jeep(R) Patriot is a true success in the market
- Dodge Ram performance improves versus previous month's sales
- Dodge Avenger sedan continues strong performance
- All-new Dodge Challenger SRT8(R) hits the streets with excitement
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 1 Chrysler LLC today
reported total July 2008 U.S. sales of 98,109 units, which is 29 percent below
the same period last year. Total July sales reflect a continued contraction of
the market of pickup trucks and SUV sales and reductions in fleet sales. The
company's recently completed 'Let's Refuel America $2.99 Gas Guarantee'
promotion boosted showroom traffic and helped sales of Chrysler's newest highly
fuel-efficient vehicles throughout the three-month program period. All sales
figures are reported as unadjusted.
"We are writing a new chapter in the auto
industry story as customers, dealers and companies adjust to a changing
environment," Jim Press, Chrysler LLC Vice Chairman and President, said. "There
are many changes taking place that give us at the new Chrysler cause for
optimism. In the short term, our 2009 model year vehicles with value packages
will soon be arriving in dealerships, and our August incentive packages are the
best deals of the year, helping to make owning as affordable as leasing. Within
the product lineup, our leadership in minivans is well-timed as consumers look
for fuel-efficient alternatives to larger SUVs. Two new fuel-saving hybrid SUVs,
the Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen, will be soon hitting the streets. The
Dodge Journey and Jeep Patriot are gaining more customers on the appeal of fuel
efficiency and affordability. And the success of cars like the Dodge Avenger,
Charger and Challenger shows that customers still want their cars to stand out
from the crowd. Lastly, this fall we come to market with our best new pickup
truck ever -- the 2009 Dodge Ram."
July Highlights
The Chrysler Town & Country posted a 24 percent
increase with 8,070 sales versus July 2007 sales of 6,513 units. With room for
seven passengers, and the industry-exclusive Swivel 'n Go(TM) seating system,
the Chrysler Town & Country could be considered as a fuel-efficient alternative
to a full-sized SUV. Town & Country sales in July helped drive total minivan
sales up 5 percent. Total long-wheel-base minivan retail sales increased 21
percent in July.
The Jeep(R) Patriot continues to gain traction in
the market, offering excellent fuel economy, interior flexibility and utility at
a great value. Total sales of 3,451 were up 4 percent versus last year due to
consumer interest in the company's most fuel-efficient vehicles. Additionally,
Jeep Patriot 2008 year-to-date sales increased 119 percent, with 40,135 total
sales when compared with July 2007 year-to-date sales of 18,286 units.
Response to sales promotions of the Dodge Ram
helped lesson the impact of slow pickup truck demand. Dodge Ram pickup sales
were down 27 percent (21,328 units) versus 2007 sales of 29,312, but sales
increased 32 percent when compared with June 2008 sales of 16,149 units.
The Dodge Avenger sedan continued with good
performance with 4,318 units sold, up 2 percent when compared with July 2007
sales of 4,213.
The highly anticipated all-new Dodge Challenger
SRT8(R) hit the streets in July with excitement and solid sales results (2,895
units sold). The return of the iconic Dodge Challenger combines unmistakable
design cues reminiscent of the original Challenger with world-class performance
making it the hottest vehicle on the streets this summer. In total, 3,990 Dodge
Challengers have been delivered to customers.
The Company finished the month with 409,331 units
of inventory, or a 108-day supply. As part of a planned reduction in
manufacturing and capacity, inventory is down 12 percent compared with July 2007
when it totaled 464,875 units.
About Chrysler LLC
Chrysler LLC, headquartered in Auburn Hills,
Mich., produces Chrysler, Jeep(R), Dodge and Mopar(R) brand vehicles and
products. Total sales worldwide in 2007 were 2.68 million vehicles. Sales
outside of North America were the highest in a decade with an increase of 15
percent from 2006. The Company's product lineup features some of the world's
most recognizable vehicles, including the Chrysler 300, Jeep Wrangler and Dodge
Charger.
Chrysler LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru July 2008
Month Sales Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 3,816 5,515 -31%
300 3,818 9,009 -58%
Crossfire 197 1,165 -83%
PT Cruiser 3,297 7,113 -54%
Aspen 1,213 2,216 -45%
Pacifica 447 3,100 -86%
Town & Country 8,070 6,513 24%
CHRYSLER BRAND 20,858 34,631 -40%
Compass 1,401 2,591 -46%
Patriot 3,451 3,317 4%
Wrangler 6,093 8,829 -31%
Liberty 3,766 6,534 -42%
Grand Cherokee 5,239 10,101 -48%
Commander 2,755 5,983 -54%
JEEP BRAND 22,705 37,355 -39%
Caliber 4,807 5,305 -9%
Avenger 4,318 4,213 2%
Charger 5,475 6,407 -15%
Challenger 2,895 0 0%
Viper 88 74 19%
Magnum 345 1,639 -79%
Dakota 2,593 3,413 -24%
Ram P/U 21,328 29,312 -27%
Journey 3,449 0 0%
Caravan 6,115 6,945 -12%
Durango 384 2,472 -84%
Nitro 1,651 4,602 -64%
Sprinter 1,098 1,360 -19%
DODGE BRAND 54,546 65,742 -17%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 98,109 137,728 -29%
TOTAL CAR 25,839 34,680 -25%
TOTAL TRUCK 72,270 103,048 -30%
Chrysler LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru July 2008
Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 51,838 54,561 -5%
300 43,832 72,004 -39%
Crossfire 1,291 7,417 -83%
PT Cruiser 36,127 60,305 -40%
Aspen 14,446 14,994 -4%
Pacifica 4,642 35,463 -87%
Town & Country 75,876 81,615 -7%
CHRYSLER BRAND 228,052 326,359 -30%
Compass 19,794 24,796 -20%
Patriot 40,135 18,286 119%
Wrangler 52,536 74,480 -29%
Liberty 44,676 56,648 -21%
Grand Cherokee 48,032 70,562 -32%
Commander 19,068 39,725 -52%
JEEP BRAND 224,241 284,497 -21%
Caliber 63,918 64,684 -1%
Avenger 45,771 44,841 2%
Charger 64,000 72,379 -12%
Challenger 3,990 0 0%
Viper 682 323 111%
Magnum 6,594 17,627 -63%
Dakota 19,972 32,568 -39%
Ram P/U 150,272 214,569 -30%
Journey 26,180 0 0%
Caravan 81,920 110,507 -26%
Durango 15,293 31,377 -51%
Nitro 25,549 41,814 -39%
Sprinter 9,501 7,798 22%
DODGE BRAND 513,642 639,965 -20%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 965,935 1,250,821 -23%
TOTAL CAR 282,986 343,887 -18%
TOTAL TRUCK 682,949 906,934 -25%
Source: Chrysler LLC
BMW Group Reports July Sales
BMW Group US sales (BMW and MINI combined) up 2.2 percent in July.
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Aug. 1 The BMW Group in the
U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported July sales of 28,977 vehicles, an increase
of 2.2 percent over the 28,364 vehicles sold in July 2007. The BMW Group also
reported its year-to-date sales volume of 186,890 vehicles, down 3.0 percent
compared to 192,702 vehicles in the same period of 2007.
BMW Brand Sales
Sales of BMW brand vehicles dropped slightly by
1.6 percent to 23,914 compared to 24,295 units in the same month a year ago.
Year-to-date BMW brand sales are down 8 percent to 155,427 vehicles, compared to
168,874 vehicles sold in first seven months of 2007.
"While we see the premium segment being affected
by the same economic conditions as the mainstream market, there continue to be
less dramatic consequences in this segment," said Jim O'Donnell, President of
BMW of North America, LLC, commenting on BMW brand sales. "Buyers of our
vehicles are still shopping and purchasing but are even more discerning to
choose for long-term quality and value. In light of our corporate results
announced today, we are going to strengthen our focus on profitability over the
next 12 to 18 months by keeping the supply of vehicles in close alignment with
demand, which in turn increases our pricing flexibility and brand value. Actions
we are already taking include shifting our customer programs in our dealerships
to achieve a more equitable balance of retail financing to leasing, further
emphasizing the benefits of our four-year free maintenance program, and further
developing our Certified Pre-Owned business to aid residual values."
BMW Automobile Sales
BMW's automobile sales are up 0.9 percent in July
to 19,261 versus 19,083 in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date sales are
down 7.3 percent, to 122,783 automobiles compared to 132,478 in the same period
of 2007.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Sales
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles decreased
by 10.7 percent in July to 4,653 vehicles versus 5,212 sold last July.
Year-to-date, sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles are down 10.3 percent, to
32,644 vehicles compared to the 36,396 sold in the first seven months of 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
In July MINI USA reported sales of 5,063
automobiles, a strong increase of 24.4 percent, from the 4,069 cars sold in July
2007. Year-to-date, the division reports sales of 31,463 automobiles, an
increase of 32 percent, compared to the 23,828 cars reported in the first seven
months of 2007.
"Again this month, we continue to watch a very
large movement from larger to smaller vehicles. From the increased traffic in
our dealerships, we are seeing desires to downsize but not downscale," said Jim
McDowell, Vice-President MINI USA. "Over the last month, our MINI sales have
also seen on average $4-5,000 of options in a typical sale. Therefore, at least
in the premium end of the small car market, small size is not equating to small
dollar sales."
Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, July 2008
July July % YTD YTD %
2008 2007 2008 2007
BMW brand 23,914 24,295 -1.6 155,427 168,874 -8.0
BMW passenger cars 19,261 19,083 0.9 122,783 132,478 -7.3
BMW light trucks
(SAVs) 4,653 5,212 -10.7 32,644 36,396 -10.3
MINI brand 5,063 4,069 24.4 31,463 23,828 32.0
TOTAL Group 28,977 28,364 2.2 186,890 192,702 -3.0
BMW Certified Pre-Owned
Sales of BMW's Certified Pre-Owned vehicles
reached its best July ever. Sales are up 11.4 percent, to 7,998 vehicles versus
7,178 vehicles reported last July. Year-to-date, CPO sales are up 21 percent, to
59,984 over the 49,562 reported in the same period in 2007.
BMW Group In America
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the
United States since 1975. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing
vehicles in 2003. The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include
marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand of motor
vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and the Rolls-Royce brand of
Motor Cars; DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a
technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the
country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group's
global manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all Z4
models, X5 Sports Activity Vehicles and X6 Sports Activity Coupes. The BMW Group
sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 338 BMW
passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 142 BMW
motorcycle retailers, 82 MINI passenger car dealers, and 30 Rolls-Royce Motor
Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group's sales headquarters for
North, Central and South America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
Information about BMW Group products is available
to consumers via the Internet at:
www.bmwgroupna.com www.bmwusa.com www.bmwmotorcycles.com www.miniusa.com www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com
Journalist note: Information about the BMW Group
and its products is available to journalists on-line at the BMW Group PressClub
at the following address: www.press.bmwgroup.com. Broadcast quality video
footage is available via The NewsMarket at www.thenewsmarket.com.
Sales BMW of North America, LLC, July 2008
YTD YTD
July 08 July 07 % July 08 July 07 %
1 Series 1,326 0 7,427.00 0
3 Series 11,303 11,568 -2.3% 71,211 84,571 -15.8%
Z4 Roadster and Coupe 459 844 -45.6% 4,116 5,420 -24.1%
5 Series 4,525 4,859 -6.9% 27,621 28,667 -3.6%
6 Series 642 723 -11.2% 4,218 5,190 -18.7%
7 Series 1,006 1,089 -7.6% 8,190 8,630 -5.1%
BMW passenger cars 19,261 19,083 0.9% 122,783 132,478 -7.3%
X3 1,646 2,900 -43.2% 11,257 16,926 -33.5%
X5 2,597 2,312 12.3% 18,967 19,470 -2.6%
X6 410 0 2,420 0
BMW light trucks (SAVs) 4,653 5,212 -10.7% 32,644 36,396 -10.3%
BMW brand 23,914 24,295 -1.6% 155,427 168,874 -8.0%
Cooper /S Hardtop 3,261 3,161 3.2% 21,335 19,016 12.2%
Cooper /S Convertible 588 908 -35.2% 4,040 4,812 -16.0%
Cooper /S Clubman 1,214 0 6,088 0
MINI brand 5,063 4,069 24.4% 31,463 23,828 32.0%
TOTAL BMW of North
America, LLC 28,977 28,364 2.2% 186,890 192,702 -3.0%
Source: BMW of North America, LLC
Web site:
http://www.bmwgroupna.com/
http://www.bmwusa.com/
http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/
http://www.miniusa.com/
http://www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com/
Mitsubishi Motors Reports July Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., Aug. 1 Mitsubishi Motors
today announced total July 2008 sales of 9,644.
-- Galant sales were 2,286, up 30.6 percent compared to July 2007.
Calendar year-to-date Galant sales are 3.4 percent ahead of
January-July 2007.
-- Last month was the best July for Galant sales in three years.
-- Eclipse coupe sales were 1,910, up 35.6 percent compared to July 2007.
-- Endeavor mid-size SUV sales were 764, up 22.6 percent compared to
July 2007.
-- Lancer Evolution sales were 357, up 141.2 percent compared to
July 2007, and up 7.9 percent calendar-year-to-date.
-- Total Mitsubishi car sales for July were 7,527, up 8.6 percent.
Consistent with the industry trend for the month, total sales of all
Mitsubishi vehicles were off 6.8 percent compared to July 2007, but
were up 28.7 percent compared to last month (June 2008).
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is
responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and
development operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells
coupes, convertibles, sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a
network of approximately 480 dealers. For more information, contact the
Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit
media.mitsubishicars.com.
Source: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Hyundai Motor America Reports July Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 1 Hyundai Motor
America today announced sales of 40,703 for the month of July, a 6.5 percent
decrease over the same period last year.
"Although Accent and Elantra sales continued
their upward trend with increases of 96 percent and 31 percent respectively over
the same period last year, we experienced an overall slow down for the month of
July," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national
sales. "We are encouraged going forward, however, due to the fact we have
recently opened a new four-cylinder engine plant in Montgomery, Alabama,
allowing us to shift our engine mix for future product. We also expect greater
availability of our more-fuel efficient vehicles in the months to come and the
demand for our new rear-wheel drive Genesis to continue to rise."
All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered
by The Hyundai Advantage, America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected
by a 10-year/100,000-mile power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-
bumper warranty, a 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty and 5-
year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain
Valley, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles
are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are
sold and serviced through almost 800 dealerships nationwide.
CARLINE JULY/2008 JULY/2007 CY2008 CY2007 ACCENT 6,740 3,435 34,924 22,361 SONATA 11,409 14,802 77,336 82,460 ELANTRA 10,454 7,982 72,432 57,914 TIBURON 1,102 1,573 6,069 8,968 SANTA FE 6,868 7,567 44,278 51,939 AZERA 808 1,407 12,251 13,946 TUCSON 1,521 3,452 13,268 23,802 ENTOURAGE 482 1,544 3,514 13,490 VERACRUZ 700 1,749 7,048 5,226 GENESIS 619 0 649 0 TOTAL 40,703 43,511 271,769 280,106
Source: Hyundai Motor America
Kia Motors America Announces Record July Sales
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 1 -- Kia Motors America (KMA)
today announced its best July ever with record sales of 28,021 units, an
increase of 5.0 percent over the same period last year, and year-to-date sales
of 185,640 units, an increase of 2.5 percent over the same period last year.
Sportage had its best month of the year with
4,035 units, a 6.2 percent increase over the same period last year, while
Spectra had strong sales of 5,910 units. Rio and Optima both had increases of
22.1 percent and 49.1 percent respectively over the same period last year with
3,707 and 6,258 units sold.
"For the fourth month in a row Kia has achieved
record sales, something rare for the auto industry in 2008," said Byung Mo Ahn,
group president and CEO of KMA and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG).
"During this difficult economic time, consumers are looking for quality vehicles
that are fuel efficient and offer great value -- for this they are heading to
Kia dealerships."
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing
and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA
offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 640 dealers throughout the
United States. For 2007, KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of record U.S.
sales. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high
quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing
vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to
Surprise."
MONTH OF JULY YEAR-TO-DATE Model 2008 2007 2008 2007 Rio 3,707 3,035 24,668 19,275 Spectra 5,910 5,773 48,867 42,927 Optima 6,258 4,196 35,066 24,977 Amanti 339 248 2,429 4,588 Sportage 4,035 3,801 23,287 27,958 Sorento 3,175 4,342 14,432 22,881 Sedona 2,004 3,073 18,324 26,258 Rondo 2,556 2,222 18,530 12,218 Borrego 37 n/a 37 n/a Total 28,021 26,690 185,640 181,082
Source: Kia Motors America
Web site:
http://www.kia.com/
Acura Announces July Sales Results
TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1 -- For the third
consecutive month, the all-new TSX remains Acura's best-selling vehicle. In
July, TSX sales were 3,474 units, up 15.9 percent over July 2007 sales based on
daily selling rate*.
Total July sales for Acura were 12,828 units,
down 17.7 percent versus 2007 sales.
"In a time when fuel economy is paramount, the
all-new TSX delivers," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of sales.
"The 2009 TSX offers plenty of performance, customer relevant technology and
luxury features, while also providing excellent fuel mileage."
Further evidence that four-cylinder power and
smart packaging are in high demand, the turbocharged RDX crossover SUV set a new
July sales record of 1,384 units. The TL performance luxury sedan posted sales
of 3,961 vehicles making it the top selling Acura for July while RL luxury
performance sedan sales tallied 532 units. Acura light truck sales for July were
led by the MDX luxury SUV with 3,477 units. Acura year-to-date** sales are
90,742 units, down 14.8 percent versus 2007 sales.
* The daily selling rate is calculated with 26 selling days for July 2008
and 24 selling days for July 2007.
** Year-to-date sales based on 179 days for 2008 versus 178 days for 2007.
Month-to-Date Year-to-Date
July July DSR** July July DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg. 2008 2007 % Chg.
Acura Division Total 12,828 14,381 -17.7% 90,742 105,921 -14.8%
RSX 0 2 1 293 -99.7%
TL * 3,961 4,721 -22.6% 27,642 35,756 -23.1%
TSX 3,474 2,767 15.9% 21,157 20,188 4.2%
RL 532 558 -12.0% 3,191 4,040 -21.5%
MDX * 3,477 4,949 -35.1% 28,039 31,976 -12.8%
RDX * 1,384 1,383 -7.6% 10,712 13,666 -22.1%
Selling Days 26 24 179 178
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced
parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Source:
Acura
http://www.acura.com/
American Honda Reports July Sales
Fit sets another all-time sales record; Honda car sales rise 6.7% for July record
TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1- American Honda Motor
Co., Inc. posted July total vehicle sales of 138,744, a daily-selling-rate
basis* decline of 9.2 percent compared to July 2007 results.
Honda Division posted July sales of 125,916, a
decline of 8.2 percent versus July 2007. The Fit sold an all-time record of
12,266, up 78.5 percent. Civic Hybrid broke its previous July record, set in
2006, with sales up 27.4 percent to 3,440, while the Accord increased 2.8
percent to 41,382.
"The uncertainties in the market have been quite
profound in the past few weeks," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of
sales for American Honda. "We are adjusting our production to meet the rapidly
changing needs of buyers and are confident these changes will provide the needed
inventory as we move forward."
Honda total car sales of 82,976 increased by 6.7
percent to achieve a new July record. Honda light truck sales saw a decrease of
27.8 percent to 42,940.
The Acura Division posted sales of 12,828, a
decrease of 17.7 percent* compared to July 2007. The division's all-new TSX
continues to perform well with July sales up 15.9 percent to 3,474.
*The daily selling rate is calculated with 26
days for July 2008 and 24 days for 2007. All percentages reflect the daily
selling rate.
For more information or downloadable
high-resolution images of Honda and Acura vehicles, please visit
http://www.hondanews.com/. Consumer information is available at
http://www.honda.com/.
American Honda Vehicle Sales For July 2008
Month-to-Date Year-to-Date
July July DSR** July July DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg. 2008 2007 % Chg.
American Honda Total 138,744 141,049 -9.2% 937,102 907,978 2.6%
Total Car Sales 90,943 79,804 5.2% 587,302 514,364 13.5%
Total Truck Sales 47,801 61,245 -28.0% 349,800 393,614 -11.6%
Honda Total Car
Sales 82,976 71,755 6.7% 535,311 454,085 17.2%
Honda Total
Truck Sales 42,940 54,913 -27.8% 311,049 347,972 -11.1%
Acura Total Car
Sales 7,967 8,049 -8.6% 51,991 60,279 -14.2%
Acura Total
Truck Sales 4,861 6,332 -29.1% 38,751 45,642 -15.6%
Domestic Car Sales * 63,115 66,365 -12.2% 432,371 416,660 3.2%
Honda Division 59,154 61,644 -11.4% 404,729 380,904 5.7%
Acura Division 3,961 4,721 -22.6% 27,642 35,756 -23.1%
Domestic Truck Sales * 39,036 43,906 -17.9% 272,906 278,525 -2.6%
Honda Division 34,175 37,574 -16.0% 234,155 232,883 0.0%
Acura Division 4,861 6,332 -29.1% 38,751 45,642 -15.6%
Import Car Sales 27,828 13,439 91.1% 154,931 97,704 57.7%
Honda Division 23,822 10,111 117.5% 130,582 73,181 77.4%
Acura Division 4,006 3,328 11.1% 24,349 24,523 -1.3%
Import Truck Sales 8,765 17,339 -53.3% 76,894 115,089 -33.6%
Honda Division 8,765 17,339 -53.3% 76,894 115,089 -33.6%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total 125,916 126,668 -8.2% 846,360 802,057 4.9%
Fit 12,266 6,343 78.5% 52,053 30,112 71.9%
Accord * 41,382 37,142 2.8% 247,244 219,488 12.0%
Memo: Accord
Hybrid 3 260 -98.9% 194 2,304 -91.6%
Civic * 29,125 27,852 -3.5% 234,086 201,652 15.4%
Memo: Civic
Hybrid 3,440 2,493 27.4% 22,472 19,634 13.8%
S2000 201 418 -55.6% 1,920 2,820 -32.3%
Insight 0 0 0 3
FCX 0 0 6 10 -40.3%
FCX Clarity 2 2
Odyssey * 13,123 14,141 -14.3% 85,712 94,479 -9.8%
Pilot * 7,486 13,136 -47.4% 62,962 79,768 -21.5%
CR-V * 17,419 20,083 -19.9% 122,230 124,262 -2.2%
Element * 2,250 2,912 -28.7% 18,084 22,803 -21.1%
Ridgeline 2,662 4,641 -47.1% 22,061 26,660 -17.7%
Acura Division Total 12,828 14,381 -17.7% 90,742 105,921 -14.8%
RSX 0 2 1 293 -99.7%
TL * 3,961 4,721 -22.6% 27,642 35,756 -23.1%
TSX 3,474 2,767 15.9% 21,157 20,188 4.2%
RL 532 558 -12.0% 3,191 4,040 -21.5%
MDX * 3,477 4,949 -35.1% 28,039 31,976 -12.8%
RDX * 1,384 1,383 -7.6% 10,712 13,666 -22.1%
Selling Days 26 24 179 178
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced
parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Source:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Web site:
http://www.honda.com/
Nissan North America Announces July Sales
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 1 Nissan North America,
Inc. (NNA) (NASDAQ:NSANY)
today reported sales for July of 95,319 units versus 87,877 units a year ago, an
increase of 8.5 percent. Sales of Nissan Division vehicles increased 9.9
percent, while sales of Infiniti vehicles decreased by 2.9 percent.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
-- Nissan vehicles saw sales of 86,070 units in
July compared with July 2007's 78,351 units sold, a 9.9 percent increase.
-- Nissan's Versa subcompact posted strong sales
of 8,701 units, up 14.4 percent.
-- Nissan's Sentra posted a 16.0 percent increase
with sales of 10,977 units.
-- Sales of Nissan cars combined for 49,863
units, an increase of 4.8 percent from the prior year, while truck sales
increased 17.7 percent to 36,207 units.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
-- Infiniti sales for July declined to 9,249
units from 9,526, a decrease of 2.9 percent.
-- Sales of the G37 Coupe totaled 1,583 units, an
increase of 45.0 percent over July 2007.
-- The all-new FX luxury crossover posted an
increase of 19.2 percent with 1,729 units.
NNA INFORMATION
-- Combined sales for Nissan and Infiniti of
95,319 units, compared with last July's sales of 87,877 units, marking an
increase of 8.5 percent.
-- To ensure consistency in our global sales
reporting, Nissan North America calculates monthly variances on a
straight-percentage basis, unadjusted for the number of selling days in the
month. This July had 26 selling days in the month, while July 2007 had 24
selling days.
In North America, NNA's operations include
automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and
marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on NNA and the
complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at
www.nissannews.com .
NISSAN DIVISION SALES
July July Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Nissan Division Total 86,070 78,351 9.9 546,522 549,935 -0.6
Versa 8,701 7,609 14.4 54,326 45,411 19.6
Sentra 10,977 9,461 16.0 70,081 66,540 5.3
Altima 24,429 24,464 -0.1 182,435 164,717 10.8
Maxima 4,814 4,503 6.9 26,134 30,010 -12.9
350Z 795 1,556 -48.9 7,372 12,536 -41.2
GTR 147 NA NA 147 NA NA
Total Car 49,863 47,593 4.8 340,495 319,214 6.7
Frontier 6,627 5,331 24.3 30,199 39,379 -23.3
Titan 3,972 5,708 -30.4 21,157 38,781 -45.4
Xterra 4,898 4,170 17.5 20,137 29,957 -32.8
Pathfinder 4,711 4,931 -4.5 21,777 35,178 -38.1
Armada 1,699 2,218 -23.4 10,328 18,298 -43.6
Rogue 6,525 NA NA 43,359 NA NA
Murano 4,765 5,793 -17.7 46,539 50,868 -8.5
Quest 3,010 2,607 15.5 12,531 18,260 -31.4
Total Truck 36,207 30,758 17.7 206,027 230,721 -10.7
North American
Produced 73,838 71,002 4.0 449,105 486,531 -7.7
Car 48,921 46,037 6.3 332,976 306,678 8.6
Truck 24,917 24,965 -0.2 116,129 179,853 -35.4
Import 12,232 7,349 66.4 97,417 63,404 53.6
Car 942 1,556 -39.5 7,519 12,536 -40.0
Truck 11,290 5,793 94.9 89,898 50,868 76.7
INFINITI DIVISION SALES
July July Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Infiniti Division Total 9,249 9,526 -2.9 71,118 73,322 -3.0
G Sedan 3,304 4,046 -18.3 28,208 33,291 -15.3
G Coupe 1,583 1,092 45.0 13,239 7,666 72.7
M 970 1,674 -42.1 9,747 13,376 -27.1
Q45 NA NA NA 0 20 NA
QX56 551 1,263 -56.4 5,146 6,457 -20.3
EX 1,112 NA NA 7,365 NA NA
FX 1,729 1,450 19.2 7,414 12,510 -40.7
Total Car 5,857 6,813 -14.0 51,193 54,354 -5.8
Total Truck 3,392 2,713 25.0 19,925 18,968 5.0
COMBINED NISSAN AND INFINITI SALES
July July Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
TOTAL VEHICLE 95,319 87,877 8.5 617,640 623,257 -0.9
Total Car 55,720 54,406 2.4 391,688 373,568 4.9
Total Truck 39,599 33,471 18.3 225,952 249,689 -9.5
Selling Days 26 24 179 178
*All numbers include Hawaii.
Source: Nissan North America, Inc.
Mazda Reports July 2008 Sales, Small Cars Lead the Way
MAZDA3 Continues Its Hot Streak, Reports Best July Ever
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 1 - Mazda North American
Operations (MNAO) today reported July 2008 sales of 22,418 vehicles, a 13.3
percent decrease over last year. Year-to-date, Mazda reports 175,559 vehicles
sold, down a slight 1.7 percent.
"As fuel prices continue to rise and consumer
confidence continues to slip, new-car buyers are honing their choices, deciding
on the smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles that a company like Mazda has
always made," said Jim O'Sullivan, President and CEO, MNAO. "We're in the
enviable position of having trouble stocking enough MAZDA3s, MAZDA5s and MAZDA6s
to meet this demand and this month's sales numbers reflect that."
The fuel-efficient and fun-to-drive MAZDA3
continues as Mazda's sales leader, with sales up 1.9 percent totaling 11,782,
its best July ever. The MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle posted a 39.7 percent
increase versus last July, with 1,336 units sold. Year-to-date, MAZDA5 sales are
up 43.7 percent, proof-positive of consumers' changing tastes.
The all-new 2009 MAZDA6 is expected to arrive in
showrooms this week. With a larger body than the outgoing car, as well as more
powerful -- and more fuel efficient -- engine choices, the 2009 MAZDA6 is sure
to be a hit.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) celebrated its
best-ever July and third-best month in its history with sales of 1,796 vehicles,
up 48 percent versus last year. MAZDA3 5-door posted its best sales month ever.
On a year-to-date basis, MMdM reports 11,757 total sales, accounting for a 36
percent increase versus last year.
Mazda Canada Inc. (MCI) reported sales of 7,996
units, up slightly (.08 percent).
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Mazda North
American Operations oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service
support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico
through nearly 900 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada,
Inc., located in Ontario; in Mexico by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and
in Puerto Rico by Mazda de Puerto Rico in San Juan.
Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
July July % % MTD July July % % YTD
2008 2007 Change DSR 2008 2007 Change DSR
Mazda3 11,782 11,567 1.9% (6.0)% 73,257 74,196 (1.3)% (1.8)%
Mazda5 1,336 956 39.7% 22.7% 13,313 9,265 43.7% 30.0%
Mazda6 2,470 3,672 (32.7)% (60.6)% 35,533 36,356 (2.3)% (2.9)%
MX-5
Miata 1,182 1,187 (0.4)% (8.5)% 8,331 10,790 (22.8)% (30.2)%
RX-8 355 654 (45.7)% (99.0)% 2,236 3,954 (43.4)% (77.8)%
CX-7 2,356 3,868 (39.1)% (77.3)% 18,330 24,323 (24.6)% (33.4)%
CX-9 1,965 2,158 (8.9)% (18.6)% 15,188 11,476 32.3% 24.0%
Tribute 879 1,575 (44.2)% (93.5)% 8,455 6,221 35.9% 26.0%
B-Series
Truck 93 219 (57.5)% (154.3)% 916 1,837 (50.1)% (101.7)%
MPV - (3) (100.0)% N/A - 119 (100.0)% N/A
Total
Vehicles
CARS 17,125 18,036 (5.1)% (13.7)% 132,670 134,561 (1.4)% (2.0)%
TRUCKS 5,293 7,817 (32.3)% (59.5)% 42,889 43,976 (2.5)% (3.1)%
TOTAL 22,418 25,853 (13.3)% (24.5)% 175,559 178,537 (1.7)% (2.3)%
MEMO:
IMPORT
CAR 14,655 14,364 2.0% 97,137 98,205 (1.1)%
IMPORT
TRUCK 4,321 6,023 (28.3)% 33,518 35,918 (6.7)%
IMPORT
TOTAL 18,976 20,387 (6.9)% 130,655 134,123 (2.6)%
DOMESTIC
CAR 2,470 3,672 (32.7)% 35,533 36,356 (2.3)%
DOMESTIC
TRUCK 972 1,794 (45.8)% 9,371 8,058 16.3%
DOMESTIC
TOTALS 3,442 5,466 (37.0)% 44,904 44,414 1.1%
Selling
Days 27 25 181 180
Note: MPV is a discontinued vehicle.
Source: Mazda North American Operations
Subaru July 2008 Sales Up
Impreza posts best July ever. Forester up 51%.
CHERRY HILL, N.J., Aug. 1 Subaru of
America, Inc. today reported July sales of 16,271 total units -- a 5% increase
over the same month in 2007. The company posted total Year-to-Date sales of
110,366 units, a 5% gain over YTD July 2007 (105,592 units).
The Subaru Impreza posted its best July on
record, and for the third straight month the 2009 Subaru Forester continued its
strong sales launch, up an impressive 51 percent over the same period last year.
Model 2008 July % v 2007 Total Impreza 4,430 +19% Total Legacy 1,748 -9% Total Outback 3,746 -15% (incl. Legacy Wagon) Total Forester 5,559 +51% Total Tribeca 788 -53% Total 16,271 +5%
"Subaru is positioned well for the current
automotive climate," said Tim Colbeck, vice president of sales for Subaru of
America. "Our products give a great combination of economy and capability that
has allowed us to grow our market share every month this year, and we now have
our highest market share ever. Demand is high for Forester as consumers look for
a capable, more efficient alternative to bigger SUVs, and the Impreza line
continues to set records."
"Subaru products represent the best all-around
package in the auto industry and provide smart alternatives to traditional truck
based SUVs," said Thomas J. Doll, executive vice president for Subaru of
America. "In addition, the Subaru Outback, Forester and Tribeca models offer the
customer all of the utility of an SUV, but with the fuel economy of a passenger
car. Under the current market situation, Subaru products are in demand because
of their AWD capability, utility, outstanding fuel economy, top safety pick
designations by the IIHS, high resale values, significantly lower cost of
ownership, and the fact that all Subaru products are built in environmentally
friendly zero-landfill production plants in the U.S. and Japan," Doll added.
About Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned
subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill,
N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of nearly 600 dealers across
the United States. Subaru makes the best-selling All-Wheel Drive car sold in
America based on R.L. Polk & Co. new vehicle retail registration statistics
calendar year-end 2007. In addition, Subaru boasts the most fuel efficient
line-up of all-wheel drive products sold in the market today based on
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) fuel economy standards. All Subaru
products are manufactured in zero-landfill production plants and Subaru of
Indiana Automotive Inc. is the only U.S. automobile production plant to be
designated a backyard wildlife Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation.
Source: Subaru of America, Inc.
Mercedes-Benz Reports 11.6 Percent Increase for July Sales
MBUSA Records Best Year-to-Date Sales on Record
MONTVALE, N.J., Aug. 1 - Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA)
today reported sales of 20,733 new vehicles for July 2008, an 11.6 percent
increase over last July. This brings the year-to-date total to 140,012 units,
marking a 2.3 percent increase over the same period last year and setting the
new record for MBUSA year-to-date sales.
Both the volume-leading C-Class and highly
acclaimed E-Class model lines posted gains of 45.4 percent and 53 percent
increases respectively. Other highlights for July sales include an 8.9 percent
sales increase in CLK-Class coupes and cabriolets, and an impressive 28.1
percent increase for the full-sized GL-Class SUV. As a group, sales of
Mercedes-Benz passenger cars rose 17.8 percent for the month (15,239 vs. 12,936
units).
Compared to the first seven months of 2007, the
popularity of the C-Class was demonstrated through a 37.9 percent sales increase
with 43,603 units sold. Overall as a group, year-to-date sales of Mercedes-Benz
passenger cars rose by 3.5 percent (100,398 vs. 97,022 units). Year-to-date
increases were also recorded in the Mercedes-Benz SUV segment with a 0.7 percent
gain in full-sized GL-Class sales and an 11.9 percent gain in M-Class sales.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified
Pre-Owned program, MBUSA marked a 17.2 percent increase for July sales with
5,175 vehicles sold, bringing year-to-date sales to a total of 36,533 units, an
increase of 19.9 percent over the same period in 2007.
Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Montvale, New
Jersey, is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz
products in the United States. In 2007, MBUSA achieved an all-time sales record
of 253,433 new vehicles, setting the highest sales volume ever in its history
and achieving 14 consecutive years of sales growth.
MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Sales -- July 2008
Model July '08 July '07 Monthly % YTD 2008 YTD 2007 Yearly %
C-CLASS 6,241 4,291 45.4% 43,603 31,619 37.9%
E-CLASS 4,938 3,227 53.0% 25,101 25,473 -1.5%
S-CLASS 1,577 2,521 -37.4% 11,216 15,070 -25.6%
CL-CLASS 220 344 -36.0% 1,723 2,043 -15.7%
SL-CLASS 501 551 -9.1% 3,902 3,918 -0.4%
CLK-CLASS 872 801 8.9% 7,165 9,009 -20.5%
SLK-CLASS 439 531 -17.3% 3,508 5,145 -31.8%
CLS-CLASS 451 670 -32.7% 4,180 4,745 -11.9%
R-CLASS 750 1,031 -27.3% 5,534 7,866 -29.6%
M-CLASS 2,691 3,015 -10.7% 20,087 17,950 11.9%
GL-CLASS 1,989 1,553 28.1% 13,439 13,342 0.7%
G-CLASS 64 51 25.5% 554 646 -14.2%
GRAND TOTAL 20,733 18,586 11.6% 140,012 136,826 2.3%
Source: Mercedes-Benz USA
Web site:
http://www.mbusa.com/
Audi of America Reports July Sales
- Audi expects to increase market share despite a decrease in month-to-month sales
- CPO sales are up again
- Audi A3, A6, A8 sales up
HERNDON, Va., Aug. 1 - Audi of America, Inc.
announced today auto sales for the month of July totaling 6,804, a decrease of
4.5% from last year's figures, yet the brand expects to gain market share based
on better overall performance versus the luxury segment average. Audi Certified
Pre-Owned (CPO) sales continued to grow with another record-setting month;
compared with last year's July figures, CPO sales rose to 2,669 units, an
increase of 21.2%.
"Despite the negative pace of sales across the
industry, Audi continues to outperform the market," said Johan de Nysschen,
executive vice president, Audi of America. "There's been positive consumer
reaction to our products, and there is a growing enthusiasm for the forthcoming
launch of the all-new A4. In addition to the beautiful vehicles and the
excellent technology, I think consumers are finding that Audi offers a portfolio
of German-engineered vehicles that deliver strong fuel economy performance."
Nationwide, Audi sales of three models were up,
demonstrating continued excitement around the brand, which has seen consistent
movement throughout 2008: sales of the A3 jumped by 30.5%, and the A6 and A8
grew 14% and 2%, respectively.
Audi continues to impress industry analysts and
other third-party industry watchers. J.D. Power and Associates', the respected
industry organization that measures, among other things, quality within the auto
industry, recently noted that Audi posted the greatest ranking improvement in
initial quality during the 2008 J.D. Power Initial Quality Survey.
To date, Audi has sold 51,827 vehicles in 2008, a
1.9% decrease over the previous year; CPO sales for 2008 total 20,940, an
increase of 38.7% over 2007.
ABOUT AUDI OF AMERICA
Audi of America, Inc. offers a line of luxury
vehicles that include the Audi A3 sport compact; the sporty A4 sedan, Avant and
Cabriolet models; the high performance S4 sedan, Avant and Cabriolet models, the
high-revving RS 4 sport sedan and Cabriolet; the all new A5 Coupe with FSI
direct injection technology; the S5 Coupe with 354 hp; the design-leading A6
sedan and Avant; the V-10 powered high performance S6 sedan; the Audi Q7
performance SUV; the new all-aluminum Audi A8 and A8L; the new S8 with V10
power; the all-new 2008 TT Coupe and Roadster models; and the all-new,
all-aluminum R8, one of the most exclusive mid-engine sports cars in the world.
Upcoming Audi vehicle launches in the USA include the updated A3 with quattro
all-wheel drive (Sept. 2008), all-new A4 sedan/Avant (Sept. 2008), TTS coupe and
Roadster (end 2008), Audi Q7 3.0 TDI (Q1 2009), and Audi Q5 (Q1 2009). For more
information, please visit www.audiusa.com or www.audiusanews.com.
AUDI US SNAPSHOT -----YEAR TO DATE-----
July-08 July-07 Yr/Yr % July-08 July-07 Yr/Yr %
actual actual change YTD YTD change
actual actual
A3 646 495 30.5 % 3,015 3,941 -23.5 %
A4/S4/RS 4 3,479 3,497 -0.5 % 26,770 25,205 6.2 %
A5/S5 394 n/a n/a 2,754 n/a n/a
A6/S6 929 815 14.0 % 6,653 6,829 -2.6 %
A8/S8 205 201 2.0 % 1,633 2,119 -22.9 %
TT 300 458 -34.5 % 2,825 2,110 33.9 %
R8 50 n/a n/a 365 n/a n/a
Audi Q7 801 1,661 -51.8 % 7,812 12,634 -38.2 %
Total Audi Sales 6,804 7,127 -4.5 % 51,827 52,838 -1.9 %
Source: Audi of America, Inc.
Web site:
http://www.audiusa.com/
http://www.audiusanews.com/
Toyota Reports July Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1 - Toyota Motor Sales
(TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported July sales of 197,424 vehicles, a decrease
of 18.7 percent from last July, on a daily selling rate basis.
The Toyota Division posted July sales of 175,242
units, a decrease of 17.9 percent from last July. The Lexus Division reported
July sales of 22,182 units, a decrease of 24.6 percent from the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded July
sales of 114,880 units, down 5.4 percent from the same period last year.
Passenger-car sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid, which posted combined
sales of 42,131 units. Camry Hybrid reported July sales of 2,645 units. Corolla
recorded sales of 34,438 units for the month, up seven percent over July 2007.
With limited availability, the Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted July
sales of 14,785 units. Yaris reported July sales of 8,620 units.
"Having the industry's most fuel-efficient lineup
is of value to us so long as we have the right product mix in our showrooms,"
said TMS President Jim Lentz. "That's why we're accelerating production of
4-cylinder models and quickly responding to market conditions with repurposed
U.S. plants and plans for a U.S.-built Prius."
Toyota Division light trucks recorded July sales
of 60,362 units, down 34.3 percent from July 2007. Light truck sales were led by
the Tundra full- size pickup with July sales of 13,413 units. The Tacoma
mid-size pickup reported sales of 11,662 units for the month. Highlander and
Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 6,763 units in July. The Highlander
Hybrid gas-electric mid-size SUV reported July sales of 1,371 units, up five
percent over last July. Sequoia posted sales of 2,823 units for the month, up
50.4 percent over the same period last year.
Scion posted July sales of 11,906 units. The xB
urban utility vehicle led the way with July sales of 5,081 units. The tC sports
coupe posted July sales of 4,787 units. The xD reported sales of 2,038 units for
the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported July sales of
13,219 units, a decrease of 27.2 percent from July 2007. Passenger-car sales
were led by the ES entry luxury sedan with July sales of 5,563 units. The IS
entry luxury sport sedan reported combined sales of 4,750 units. The LS flagship
luxury sedan reported combined sales of 1,466 units. The GS luxury sport sedan
reported combined July sales of 1,297 units.
Lexus Division light trucks recorded July sales
of 8,963 units, down 20.3 percent from the year-ago month. Lexus sales were led
by the RX luxury utility vehicle, which posted combined July sales of 7,101
units. The RX 400h hybrid luxury utility vehicle reported July sales of 1,439
units. The LX 570 reported sales of 843 units, an increase of 277.7 percent
versus the same period last year.
TMS Hybrids
TMS calendar-year-to-date hybrid sales totaled
165,522 units. TMS posted July sales of 20,363 hybrid vehicles. Toyota Division
recorded sales of 18,801 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported July
sales of 1,562 hybrids.
There were 26 selling days this month, as
compared to 24 selling days last July.
TOYOTA RETAIL SALES
(INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII)
July, 2008
-----CURRENT MONTH----- --CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE--
DSR % DSR %
2008 2007 CHG 2008 2007 CHG
YARIS 8,620 8,126 -2.1 73,300 54,648 33.4
COROLLA 34,438 29,719 7.0 228,926 231,940 -1.9
CAMRY 42,131 41,514 -6.3 282,012 282,044 -0.6
AVALON 3,000 5,092 -45.6 27,438 42,614 -36.0
PRIUS 14,785 16,062 -15.0 106,225 110,565 -4.5
SCION xA 0 338 -100.0 39 9,204 -99.6
SCION xB 5,081 5,073 -7.5 31,007 23,661 30.3
SCION tC 4,787 6,229 -29.1 28,517 39,779 -28.7
SCION xD 2,038 0 - 18,217 0 -
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV.
PASS. CAR 114,880 112,153 -5.4 795,682 794,459 -0.4
ES 5,563 6,909 -25.7 38,719 47,307 -18.6
LS 1,466 2,696 -49.8 13,020 20,268 -36.1
SC 143 304 -56.6 1,373 2,400 -43.1
GS 1,297 1,954 -38.7 10,356 13,122 -21.5
IS 4,750 4,892 -10.4 31,010 32,568 -5.3
TOTAL LEXUS
PASS. CAR 13,219 16,755 -27.2 94,478 115,665 -18.8
TOTAL TOYOTA
PASS. CAR 128,099 128,908 -8.3 890,160 910,124 -2.7
SIENNA 8,726 11,599 -30.6 74,996 84,948 -12.2
RAV4 12,006 14,494 -23.5 83,522 101,618 -18.3
FJ CRUISER 1,577 4,128 -64.7 18,239 33,882 -46.5
4RUNNER 3,107 6,676 -57.0 30,228 50,870 -40.9
HIGHLANDER 6,763 8,858 -29.5 68,152 73,607 -7.9
LAND CRUISER 285 163 61.4 2,772 1,408 95.8
SEQUOIA 2,823 1,733 50.4 19,367 14,582 32.1
TOTAL SUV 26,561 36,052 -32.0 222,280 275,967 -19.9
4X2 TACOMA 6,438 8,279 -28.2 54,359 63,059 -14.3
4X4 TACOMA 5,224 5,684 -15.2 41,371 43,366 -5.1
TOTAL TACOMA 11,662 13,963 -22.9 95,730 106,425 -10.6
TUNDRA 13,413 23,150 -46.5 89,929 105,990 -15.6
TOTAL PICKUP 25,075 37,113 -37.6 185,659 212,415 -13.1
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV.
LT TRUCK 60,362 84,764 -34.3 482,935 573,330 -16.2
LX 843 206 277.7 5,021 1,751 185.1
GX 1,019 1,767 -46.8 9,783 12,273 -20.7
RX 7,101 8,413 -22.1 49,611 57,654 -14.4
TOTAL LEXUS
LIGHT TRUCK 8,963 10,386 -20.3 64,415 71,678 -10.6
TOTAL TOYOTA
LIGHT TRUCK 69,325 95,150 -32.7 547,350 645,008 -15.6
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 175,242 196,917 -17.9 1,278,617 1,367,789 -7.0
TOTAL LEXUS 22,182 27,141 -24.6 158,893 187,343 -15.7
TOTAL TOYOTA 197,424 224,058 -18.7 1,437,510 1,555,132 -8.1
MEMO:
DOM. COROLLA 23,427 27,684 -21.9 188,494 209,346 -10.5
DOM. CAMRY 41,595 36,880 4.1 276,326 235,424 16.7
DOM. PICKUP 25,075 37,113 -37.6 185,659 212,415 -13.1
DOM. RX 5,346 6,100 -19.1 35,202 41,498 -15.6
SELLING DAYS 26 24 179 178
TOYOTA DIV.
IMPORT CAR 46,858 42,497 1.8 303,424 307,075 -1.7
LEXUS IMPORT CAR 13,219 16,755 -27.2 94,478 115,665 -18.8
TOYOTA DIV NA
BUILT CARS 68,022 69,656 -9.9 492,258 487,384 0.4
TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 128,099 128,908 -8.3 890,160 910,124 -2.7
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT
LT TRUCK 23,738 34,319 -36.2 202,913 261,385 -22.8
LEXUS IMPORT
LT TRUCK 3,617 4,286 -22.1 29,213 30,180 -3.7
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT
LT TRUCK 36,624 50,445 -33.0 280,022 311,945 -10.7
LEXUS NA BUILT
LT TRUCK 5,346 6,100 -19.1 35,202 41,498 -15.6
TOTAL TOYOTA
LT TRUCK 69,325 95,150 -32.7 547,350 645,008 -15.6
SPORT UTILITY
VEHICLES 33,947 42,310 -25.9 268,456 313,763 -14.9
Memo: Lexus
Sport Utility 8,963 10,386 -20.3 64,415 71,678 -10.6
SMALL VANS 8,726 11,599 -30.6 74,996 84,948 -12.2
PICKUPS 25,075 37,113 -37.6 185,659 212,415 -13.1
* NORTH AMERICAN
BUILT VEHICLES
COROLLA 23,427 27,684 -21.9 188,494 209,346 -10.5
CAMRY 41,595 36,880 4.1 276,326 235,424 16.7
AVALON 3,000 5,092 -45.6 27,438 42,614 -36.0
SIENNA 8,726 11,599 -30.6 74,996 84,948 -12.2
PICKUP 25,075 37,113 -37.6 185,659 212,415 -13.1
SEQUOIA 2,823 1,733 50.4 19,367 14,582 32.1
RX 5,346 6,100 -19.1 35,202 41,498 -15.6
TOTAL 109,992 126,201 -19.5 807,482 840,827 -4.5
N.A. VEHICLES
% OF TOTAL 55.7% 56.3% 56.2% 54.1%
SELLING DAYS 26 24 179 178
DSR = DAILY
SELLING RATE
Source:
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Web site:
http://www.toyota.com/
http://www.lexus.com/
http://www.scion.com/
Ford Focus Continues to Surprise, Outpace Segment
- Ford Focus sales were up 16 percent in July and 26 percent year-to-date.
- Total car sales up 8 percent.
- Consistent with industry trends, crossover sales in July were down 8 percent, sport utilities were down 54 percent, and trucks and vans were down 18 percent.
- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 156,406 in July, down 13 percent.
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 1 - Ford's (NYSE:F)
redesigned Focus continues to surprise auto industry watchers and customers
alike with strong sales, revenue growth, fuel economy and industry-first
technology.
While Ford and industry sales experienced a
double-digit sales decline in July, Ford Focus sales climbed 16 percent versus a
year ago. Year-to-date, Focus sales were up 26 percent, compared with
industry-wide small car growth of approximately 9 percent.
Focus has surprised in areas other than sales:
-- Transaction prices - Year-to-date, Focus
transaction prices have increased $750 per unit compared with a segment-average
increase of $100. Customers are purchasing more equipment, including Ford SYNC,
and higher series levels.
-- Fuel Economy - In an independent test
conducted by Edmunds.com called the Gas-Sipper Smackdown, Focus achieved 37.5
mpg on the highway. Focus has EPA highway fuel economy of 35 mpg -- better than
the smaller 2008 Honda Fit and 2009 Nissan Versa SL.
-- Cool Technology - Focus was named one of
Kelley Blue Book's 10 Coolest New Cars Under $18,000 based on its safety, fuel
economy, interior size, comfort, technology, fun-to-drive and the "decidedly
subjective coolness factor."
"Focus continues to surprise and delight
customers throughout the country, but the bombshell is in Texas, where Focus
retail sales have almost doubled," said Jim Farley, Ford, group vice president,
Marketing and Communications. "If we can increase small car sales in Texas, we
can increase them anywhere." Year-to-date, Focus retail sales were up 91 percent
in Texas and 46 percent nationwide.
Total Ford, Lincoln and Mercury car sales were up
8 percent compared with a year ago. Consistent with industry trends, crossover
vehicles -- which include Ford Escape, Edge and Flex -- were down 8 percent.
Sport utility vehicles -- such as Ford Explorer and Expedition -- were down 54
percent, and trucks and vans -- including Ford F-Series and Econoline -- were
down 18 percent.
Overall, Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicle sales
totaled 156,406 in July, down 13 percent versus a year ago; year-to-date sales
totaled 1.265 million, also down 14 percent. Ford estimates industry-wide sales
were down 11 percent year-to-date.
"We expect the second half of 2008 will be more
challenging than the first half as economic and credit conditions weaken," said
Farley.
Ford's full-year industry sales forecast is a
range from 14.0 - 14.5 million vehicles (including medium and heavy trucks). The
first half sales rate was approximately 15 million.
Note: The sales data included in this release and
the accompanying tables are based largely on data reported by dealers
representing their sales to retail and fleet customers.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry
leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across
six continents. With about 229,000 employees and about 90 plants worldwide, the
company's core and affiliated automotive brands include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury,
Volvo and Mazda. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor
Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit our
website at www.ford.com .
FORD MOTOR COMPANY JULY 2008 U.S. SALES
---------------------------------------
July % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Sales By Brand
Ford 138,175 160,590 -14.0 1,117,746 1,285,606 -13.1
Lincoln 8,819 8,929 -1.2 65,713 82,262 -20.1
Mercury 9,412 10,852 -13.3 82,007 106,044 -22.7
----- ------ ------ -------
Total Ford,
Lincoln and
Mercury 156,406 180,371 -13.3 1,265,466 1,473,912 -14.1
Volvo 5,124 9,549 -46.3 51,305 63,357 -19.0
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Ford
Motor Company 161,530 189,920 -14.9 1,316,771 1,537,269 -14.3
Ford, Lincoln and
Mercury Sales By
Type
Cars 57,177 53,062 7.8 457,622 479,977 -4.7
Crossover Utility
Vehicles 27,336 29,645 -7.8 240,393 236,943 1.5
Sport Utility
Vehicles 10,213 22,393 -54.4 108,921 172,957 -37.0
Trucks and Vans 61,680 75,271 -18.1 458,530 584,035 -21.5
------ ------ ------- -------
Total Trucks 99,229 127,309 -22.1 807,844 993,935 -18.7
------ ------- ------- -------
Total
Vehicles 156,406 180,371 -13.3 1,265,466 1,473,912 -14.1
FORD BRAND JULY 2008 U.S. SALES
-------------------------------
July % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Crown Victoria 4,325 3,117 38.8 31,765 39,328 -19.2
Taurus 4,100 6,163 -33.5 36,016 42,433 -15.1
Fusion 10,607 9,347 13.5 98,530 88,042 11.9
Focus 15,200 13,144 15.6 138,649 109,876 26.2
Mustang 10,711 10,684 0.3 65,764 88,025 -25.3
GT 0 0 NA 0 231 -100.0
- - - ---
Ford Cars 44,943 42,455 5.9 370,724 367,935 0.8
Flex 2,204 0 NA 3,583 0 NA
Edge 8,508 9,096 -6.5 77,235 67,879 13.8
Escape 10,421 12,440 -16.2 102,486 104,645 -2.1
Taurus X 2,034 2,705 -24.8 16,803 22,483 -25.3
----- ----- ------ ------
Ford Crossover
Utility Vehicles 23,167 24,241 -4.4 200,107 195,007 2.6
Expedition 3,469 8,169 -57.5 35,760 58,503 -38.9
Explorer 5,404 11,212 -51.8 55,339 85,916 -35.6
----- ------ ------ ------
Ford Sport Utility
Vehicles 8,873 19,381 -54.2 91,099 144,419 -36.9
F-Series 44,829 56,488 -20.6 319,542 411,926 -22.4
Ranger 4,677 5,662 -17.4 45,980 48,632 -5.5
Econoline/Club
Wagon 11,146 11,210 -0.6 85,721 106,045 -19.2
Freestar 0 0 NA 0 2,390 -100.0
Low Cab Forward 81 221 -63.3 635 1,848 -65.6
Heavy Trucks 459 932 -50.8 3,938 7,404 -46.8
--- --- ----- -----
Ford Trucks and
Vans 61,192 74,513 -17.9 455,816 578,245 -21.2
------ ------ ------- -------
Ford Brand 138,175 160,590 -14.0 1,117,746 1,285,606 -13.1
LINCOLN BRAND JULY 2008 U.S. SALES
----------------------------------
July % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
MKS 2,279 0 NA 2,664 0 NA
MKZ 2,331 2,679 -13.0 20,978 19,732 6.3
Town Car 943 1,079 -12.6 9,982 24,114 -58.6
MKX 2,010 2,870 -30.0 19,573 19,724 -0.8
Navigator 768 1,543 -50.2 9,802 13,602 -27.9
Mark LT 488 758 -35.6 2,714 5,090 -46.7
--- --- ----- -----
Lincoln Brand 8,819 8,929 -1.2 65,713 82,262 -20.1
MERCURY BRAND JULY 2008 U.S. SALES
----------------------------------
July % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Grand Marquis 2,569 2,035 26.2 19,310 33,298 -42.0
Sable 2,276 2,589 -12.1 11,702 12,827 -8.8
Milan 1,836 2,225 -17.5 22,262 22,071 0.9
Mariner 2,159 2,534 -14.8 20,713 22,212 -6.7
Mountaineer 572 1,469 -61.1 8,020 14,936 -46.3
Monterey 0 0 NA 0 700 -100.0
- - - ---
Mercury Brand 9,412 10,852 -13.3 82,007 106,044 -22.7
VOLVO BRAND JULY 2008 U.S. SALES
--------------------------------
July % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
S40 431 1,538 -72.0 7,203 12,050 -40.2
V50 120 233 -48.5 1,151 1,750 -34.2
S60 409 2,134 -80.8 6,720 11,579 -42.0
S80 745 1,168 -36.2 7,657 7,330 4.5
V70 234 368 -36.4 2,336 2,082 12.2
XC70 668 966 -30.8 6,302 7,166 -12.1
XC90 1,546 2,693 -42.6 13,011 18,455 -29.5
C70 540 424 27.4 4,144 2,920 41.9
C30 431 25 NA 2,781 25 NA
--- -- ----- --
Volvo Brand 5,124 9,549 -46.3 51,305 63,357 -19.0
Source: Ford Motor Company
Web site:
http://www.ford.com/
Daimler AG Reports a 25 Percent Increase for the Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. for July 2008
- Total of 23,292 Units of Mercedes-Benz Cars Division Sold in U.S.
- Mercedes-Benz USA Records 12 Percent Sales Growth for the Month with 20,733 New Vehicles Sold
- smart USA Records 2,559 Sales in July
NEW YORK, Aug. 1 -- Daimler AG (NYSE:DAI)
today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division (Mercedes-Benz and
smart combined) of 23,292 units in the U.S. for July 2008. All sales figures in
this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported sales of
20,733 new vehicles for July 2008, a 12 percent increase over last July. This
brings the year-to-date sales total for MBUSA to 140,012 units, marking the best
year-to-date sales for the period in the company's history. The most significant
gains for the month were in the C-Class and E-Class passenger cars (45 percent
and 38 percent respectively), while year-to-date growth was achieved in the
M-Class and GL-Class line-up of SUVs (12 percent and 1 percent respectively).
Sales for the smart fortwo remain strong with
deliveries totaling 2,559 for the month of July. This brings the year-to-date
total to an incredible 13,958 units in a little more than six months of being
offered in the US market. The vehicle is attracting an overwhelming number of
buyers who want a solution to high gas prices, a reduced environmental footprint
and increased urban mobility on congested city streets -- all in a package
that's fun to drive. The fortwo offers a powerful combination of outstanding
fuel efficiency, innovative safety, environmental friendliness and low cost of
ownership. There are currently 69 smart centers open in 31 states.
Detailed vehicle sales information for MBUSA will
be announced later today in a separate press release issued by Mercedes-Benz
USA.
Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. Sales Summary Through July 2008
Month Sales % Sales CYTD %
Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Mercedes-Benz USA 20,733 18,586 11.6 140,012 136,826 2.3
smart USA 2,559 n/a* n/a* 13,958 n/a* n/a*
Mercedes-Benz USA /
smart USA combined 23,292 18,586* 25.3* 153,970 136,826* 12.5*
* smart sales in the U.S. started in mid January 2008
About Daimler
Daimler AG, Stuttgart, with its businesses
Mercedes-Benz Cars, Daimler Trucks, Daimler Financial Services, Mercedes-Benz
Vans and Daimler Buses, is a globally leading producer of premium passenger cars
and the largest manufacturer of commercial vehicles in the world. The Daimler
Financial Services division has a broad offering of financial services,
including vehicle financing, leasing, insurance and fleet management.
Daimler sells its products in nearly all the
countries of the world and has production facilities on five continents. The
company's founders, Gottlieb Daimler and Carl Benz, continued to make automotive
history following their invention of the automobile in 1886. As an automotive
pioneer, Daimler and its employees willingly accept an obligation to act
responsibly towards society and the environment and to shape the future of safe
and sustainable mobility with groundbreaking technologies and high-quality
products. The current brand portfolio includes the world's most valuable
automobile brand,
Mercedes-Benz, as well as smart, AMG, Maybach,
Freightliner, Sterling, Western Star, Mitsubishi Fuso, Setra, Orion and Thomas
Built Buses. The company is listed on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt, New York
and Stuttgart (stock exchange abbreviation DAI). In 2007, the Group sold 2.1
million vehicles and employed a workforce of over 270,000 people; revenue
totaled 99.4 billion euro and EBIT amounted to 8.7 billion euro. Daimler is an
automotive Group with a commitment to excellence, and aims to achieve
sustainable growth and industry-leading profitability.
Source: Daimler AG
Volkswagen Reports July 2008 Sales
HERNDON, Va., Aug. 1-- Volkswagen of America,
Inc. today announced July 2008 sales of 20,442 units, a 4.0 percent increase
over the July 2007 sales of 19,653 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008
Volkswagen sales are 1.1 percent ahead of 2007 sales through July.
"We're pleased with our July sales results," said
Mark Barnes, COO, Volkswagen of America, Inc. "For Volkswagen to be ahead of
last year's sales in this tough economy reflects the strength of our brand. Our
new products launching later this year are sure to give us even greater
momentum."
The GTI, the original pocket rocket, posted its
best sales month since March of 2006, with July sales of 1,619 units, up 31.4
percent over last July. Volkswagen's innovative coupe-convertible-sunroof Eos
continues to be a summertime top-seller with sales of 1,363 units, up 14.6
percent over last July.
About Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Volkswagen of America, Inc. recently announced
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) as standard equipment on all its 2009
model year vehicles. As a result, Volkswagen is one of the only original
equipment manufacturers to offer an electronic stabilization control system on
its entire product line - ahead of the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration's (NHTSA) deadline requiring stabilization systems in the 2012
model year vehicles. Volkswagen's ESP technology works in conjunction with
anti-lock brakes and helps reduce loss of control, rollovers and other types of
crashes. NHTSA predicts nearly 10,000 lives could be saved each year if all
vehicles had stabilization systems as standard equipment.
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is
headquartered in Herndon, Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG,
headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. Volkswagen is one of the world's largest
producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the
Rabbit, New Beetle, New Beetle convertible, GTI, Jetta, GLI, Passat, Passat
wagon, Eos, and Touareg through approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers.
Visit Volkswagen of America online at www.vw.com .
VW-US Snapshot ------ YEAR-TO-DATE -------
July-08 July-07
July-08 July-07 Yr/Yr % YTD YTD Yr/Yr %
Actual Actual change Actual Actual change
New Beetle - Coupe 1,514 1,417 6.8 % 9,747 9,466 3.0 %
- Convertible 1,204 1,402 -14.1 % 8,052 8,531 -5.6 %
Total New Beetle 2,718 2,819 -3.6 % 17,799 17,997 -1.1 %
Jetta Sdn 8,906 8,057 10.5 % 55,019 58,030 -5.2 %
SportWagen 339 - 0.0 % 614 -
Total Jetta 9,245 8,057 14.7 % 55,633 58,030 -4.1 %
Eos 1,363 1,189 14.6 % 9,629 7,814 23.2 %
Golf - - N/A - 21 -100.0 %
Rabbit 2,036 2,521 -19.2 % 13,831 14,679 -5.8 %
GTI 1,619 1,232 31.4 % 7,991 9,002 -11.2 %
R32 234 39 500.0 % 2,437 39 6148.7 %
Total Golf/Rabbit
/GTI/R32 3,889 3,792 24,259 23,741 2.2 %
Passat Sdn 1,501 2,759 -45.6 % 17,680 18,105 -2.3 %
Wgn 476 459 3.7 % 4,089 4,221 -3.1 %
Total Passat 1,977 3,218 -38.6 % 21,769 22,326 -2.5 %
Phaeton - - N/A - 17 -100.0 %
Touareg 404 578 -30.1 % 4,308 4,608 -6.5 %
Tiguan 846 - N/A 2,569 - N/A
TOTAL 20,442 19,653 4.0 % 135,966 134,533 1.1 %
Source:
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Web site:
http://www.vw.com/
Ford Reports June, First Half Sales
June
- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury June sales totaled 167,090, down 28 percent versus year ago.
- Ford Focus' sales to individual retail customers were 9 percent higher than a year ago.
- Ford Flex and Lincoln MKS debut.
First Half
- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury first half sales totaled 1.1 million, down 14 percent.
- Cars and crossovers accounted for 59 percent of first half retail sales; retail sales for cars were up 3 percent versus a year ago and crossovers also were up (less than 1 percent).
- Retail sales fell for SUVs (down 40 percent) and trucks and vans (down 31 percent).
DEARBORN, Mich., July 1 - In the first half of 2008, sales of Ford, Lincoln
and Mercury cars and crossovers to retail customers were higher than a year ago.
Retail sales for cars increased 3 percent and crossovers also were up (less than
1 percent). Together, cars and crossovers accounted for 59 percent of Ford's
first half retail sales compared with 49 percent in the first half 2007.
"In the first half, Ford outperformed the industry in both the car and
crossover segments," said Jim Farley, Ford group vice president, Marketing and
Communications. "This performance is crucial to creating an exciting viable Ford
delivering profitable growth for all."
Ford's new Focus paced the increase in car sales. In the first half, Focus
retail sales increased 53 percent versus a year ago, and Focus was the
top-selling domestic car to retail customers. In the recently released J.D.
Power and Associates' 2008 APEAL study, the Focus improved 88 index points --
the largest improvement in the industry.
Mid-size cars also posted retail sales increases in the first half with Ford
Fusion up 7 percent, Mercury Milan up 2 percent and Lincoln MKZ up 10 percent.
The Ford Edge paced crossovers with first half retail sales up 19 percent.
Gasoline prices increased a dollar (from $3 to $4 a gallon) during the first
half and this accelerated the decline in SUV and truck sales. In the first half,
retail sales for the company's SUVs declined 40 percent versus a year ago and
retail sales for trucks and vans declined 31 percent.
First half fleet sales declined 11 percent (including a 20 percent decline in
daily rental sales).
Overall, June sales of Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles totaled 167,090,
down 28 percent versus a year ago. First half sales totaled 1.1 million, down 14
percent.
"Consumer fundamentals and consumer confidence deteriorated as the first half
unfolded," said Farley. "The economy enters the second half of the year with a
notable absence of momentum and a high degree of uncertainty."
He added, "Clearly, the rapid rise in gasoline prices, and the resulting
shift toward fuel efficient vehicles, has been challenging, but it also provides
an opportunity. In addition to adjusting our capacity and production plans to
produce more cars and crossovers, we are introducing several new vehicles with
class-leading fuel economy."
In June, Ford introduced a new crossover, the Flex, with best-in-class
highway fuel economy of 24 miles per gallon and Lincoln introduced the MKS. In
2009, the MKS will be the first vehicle equipped with Ford's new EcoBoost engine
technology.
The 2009 model Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner started production in June.
Equipped with a new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and six-speed transmission,
the Escape and Mariner deliver best-in-class fuel economy in the small utility
segment with 28 highway miles per gallon. The Escape and Mariner Hybrid remains
the most fuel-efficient utility vehicle on the planet, delivering 34 city mpg
and improved highway rating of 31 mpg -- up from 30 mpg.
Later this year, production of the redesigned Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and
Lincoln MKZ will begin, including new Fusion Hybrid and Milan Hybrid versions.
In addition, Ford has announced plans to bring the European Transit Connect
to North America in 2009 -- the most fuel-efficient commercial van on the
market.
Note: The sales data included in this release and the accompanying tables are
based largely on data reported by dealers representing their sales to retail and
fleet customers.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F)
, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or
distributes automobiles in 200 markets across six continents. With about 228,000
employees and about 90 plants worldwide, the company's core and affiliated
automotive brands include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Volvo and Mazda. The company
provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more
information regarding Ford's products, please visit www.ford.com .
FORD MOTOR COMPANY JUNE 2008 U.S. SALES
---------------------------------------
June % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Sales By Brand
Ford 145,715 204,303 -28.7 979,571 1,125,016 -12.9
Lincoln 9,718 12,494 -22.2 56,894 73,333 -22.4
Mercury 11,657 15,660 -25.6 72,595 95,192 -23.7
------ ------ ------ ------
Total Ford,
Lincoln and
Mercury 167,090 232,457 -28.1 1,109,060 1,293,541 -14.3
Volvo 7,001 9,572 -26.9 46,181 53,808 -14.2
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Ford
Motor Company 174,091 242,029 -28.1 1,155,241 1,347,349 -14.3
Ford, Lincoln and
Mercury Sales By
Type
Cars 65,109 74,096 -12.1 400,445 426,915 -6.2
Crossover Utility
Vehicles 33,906 41,262 -17.8 213,057 207,298 2.8
Sport Utility
Vehicles 12,664 27,946 -54.7 98,708 150,564 -34.4
Trucks and Vans 55,411 89,153 -37.8 396,850 508,764 -22.0
------ ------ ------- -------
Total Trucks 101,981 158,361 -35.6 708,615 866,626 -18.2
------- ------- ------- -------
Total Vehicles 167,090 232,457 -28.1 1,109,060 1,293,541 -14.3
FORD BRAND JUNE 2008 U.S. SALES
-------------------------------
June % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Crown Victoria 3,929 5,575 -29.5 27,440 36,211 -24.2
Taurus 4,099 8,865 -53.8 31,916 36,270 -12.0
Fusion 14,726 12,435 18.4 87,923 78,695 11.7
Focus 17,950 19,000 -5.5 123,449 96,732 27.6
Mustang 10,893 12,781 -14.8 55,053 77,341 -28.8
GT 0 0 NA 0 231 -100.0
- - - ---
Ford Cars 51,597 58,656 -12.0 325,781 325,480 0.1
Flex 1,379 0 NA 1,379 0 NA
Edge 9,993 12,470 -19.9 68,727 58,783 16.9
Escape 15,099 19,147 -21.1 92,065 92,205 -0.2
Taurus X 2,217 2,457 -9.8 14,769 19,778 -25.3
----- ----- ------ ------
Ford Crossover
Utility Vehicles 28,688 34,074 -15.8 176,940 170,766 3.6
Expedition 3,605 8,972 -59.8 32,291 50,334 -35.8
Explorer 6,819 14,204 -52.0 49,935 74,704 -33.2
----- ------ ------ ------
Ford Sport Utility
Vehicles 10,424 23,176 -55.0 82,226 125,038 -34.2
F-Series 38,789 65,156 -40.5 274,713 355,438 -22.7
Ranger 4,882 7,372 -33.8 41,303 42,970 -3.9
Econoline/Club Wagon 10,706 14,194 -24.6 74,575 94,835 -21.4
Freestar 0 0 NA 0 2,390 -100.0
Low Cab Forward 120 491 -75.6 554 1,627 -65.9
Heavy Trucks 509 1,184 -57.0 3,479 6,472 -46.2
--- ----- ----- -----
Ford Trucks and
Vans 55,006 88,397 -37.8 394,624 503,732 -21.7
------ ------ ------- -------
Ford Brand 145,715 204,303 -28.7 979,571 1,125,016 -12.9
LINCOLN BRAND JUNE 2008 U.S. SALES
----------------------------------
June % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
MKS 385 0 NA 385 0 NA
MKZ 2,622 3,123 -16.0 18,647 17,053 9.3
Town Car 2,863 3,170 -9.7 9,039 23,035 -60.8
MKX 2,243 3,400 -34.0 17,563 16,854 4.2
Navigator 1,200 2,045 -41.3 9,034 12,059 -25.1
Mark LT 405 756 -46.4 2,226 4,332 -48.6
--- --- ----- -----
Lincoln Brand 9,718 12,494 -22.2 56,894 73,333 -22.4
MERCURY BRAND JUNE 2008 U.S. SALES
----------------------------------
June % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Grand Marquis 2,548 3,936 -35.3 16,741 31,263 -46.5
Sable 2,121 2,447 -13.3 9,426 10,238 -7.9
Milan 2,973 2,764 7.6 20,426 19,846 2.9
Mariner 2,975 3,788 -21.5 18,554 19,678 -5.7
Mountaineer 1,040 2,725 -61.8 7,448 13,467 -44.7
Monterey 0 0 NA 0 700 -100.0
- - - ---
Mercury Brand 11,657 15,660 -25.6 72,595 95,192 -23.7
VOLVO BRAND JUNE 2008 U.S. SALES
--------------------------------
June % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
S40 560 1,528 -63.4 6,772 10,512 -35.6
V50 209 254 -17.7 1,031 1,517 -32.0
S60 732 1,937 -62.2 6,311 9,445 -33.2
S80 1,033 1,099 -6.0 6,912 6,162 12.2
V70 863 322 168.0 2,102 1,714 22.6
XC70 922 1,131 -18.5 5,634 6,200 -9.1
XC90 1,511 2,860 -47.2 11,465 15,762 -27.3
C70 724 441 64.2 3,604 2,496 44.4
C30 447 0 NA 2,350 0 NA
--- - ----- -
Volvo Brand 7,001 9,572 -26.9 46,181 53,808 -14.2
Source: Ford Motor Company
Web site:
http://www.ford.com/
Volkswagen Reports June 2008 Sales
Best Overall Sales Month Since August 2006
HERNDON, Va., July 1 - Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced June 2008
sales of 23,208 units, a 0.3 percent increase over the June 2007 sales of 23,137
vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales remain 0.6 percent
ahead of 2007 sales through June.
June reflects Volkswagen's best sales month since August 2006. The Passat
wagon had its best sales month since January 2007 with sales up 25.9 percent
over June 2007. Volkswagen's innovative coupe-convertible-sunroof Eos continues
to be a summertime top-seller with sales of 1,632 unites, up 14 percent over
last June.
About Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Volkswagen of America, Inc. recently announced Electronic Stabilization
Program (ESP) as standard equipment on all its 2009 model year vehicles. As a
result, Volkswagen is one of the only original equipment manufacturers to offer
an electronic stabilization control system on its entire product line -- ahead
of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) deadline
requiring stabilization systems in the 2012 model year vehicles. Volkswagen's
ESP technology works in conjunction with anti-lock brakes and helps reduce loss
of control, rollovers and other types of crashes. NHTSA predicts nearly 10,000
lives could be saved each year if all vehicles had stabilization systems as
standard equipment.
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Herndon,
Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg,
Germany. Volkswagen is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars
and Europe's largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Rabbit, New Beetle, New
Beetle convertible, GTI, Jetta, GLI, Passat, Passat wagon, Eos, and Touareg
through approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers. Visit Volkswagen of America
online at vw.com.
---------- YEAR-TO-DATE ------
VW-US Snapshot
June- June- June- June-
08 07 Yr/Yr % 08 YTD 07 YTD Yr/Yr %
Actual Actual change Actual Actual change
New Beetle - Coupe 1,855 1,637 13.3 % 8,233 8,049 2.3 %
-
Convertible 1,536 1,489 3.2 % 6,848 7,129 -3.9 %
Total New Beetle 3,391 3,126 8.5 % 15,081 15,178 -0.6 %
Jetta Sdn 8,698 9,804 -11.3 % 46,113 49,973 -7.7 %
SportWagen 275 - 0.0 % 275 -
Total Jetta 8,973 9,804 -8.5 % 46,388 49,973 -7.2 %
Eos 1,632 1,431 14.0 % 8,266 6,625 24.8 %
Golf - - N/A - 21 -100.0 %
Rabbit 2,542 3,134 -18.9 % 11,795 12,158 -3.0 %
GTI 1,270 1,562 -18.7 % 6,372 7,770 -18.0 %
R32 285 - N/A 2,203 - N/A
Total Golf/Rabbit/
GTI/R32 4,097 4,696 20,370 19,949 2.1 %
Passat Sdn 2,821 3,015 -6.4 % 16,179 15,346 5.4 %
Wgn 690 548 25.9 % 3,613 3,762 -4.0 %
Total Passat 3,511 3,563 -1.5 % 19,792 19,108 3.6 %
Phaeton - 1 -100.0 % - 17 -100.0 %
Touareg 560 516 8.5 % 3,904 4,030 -3.1 %
Tiguan 1,044 - N/A 1,723 - N/A
TOTAL 23,208 23,137 0.3 % 115,524 114,880 0.6 %
Source: Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Web site:
http://www.vw.com/
Toyota Reports June, Second-Quarter and First-Half Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., July 1 Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today
reported half-year sales of 1,240,086 vehicles. For the month of June, TMS
recorded sales of 193,234 units, a decrease of 11.5 percent from last June, on a
daily selling rate basis.
The Toyota Division posted June sales of 172,981, down 10.3 percent from last
June. The Lexus Division reported June sales of 20,253 units, a decrease of 21.1
percent from the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded June sales of 119,024 units, up 4.4
percent over the same period last year. Passenger car sales were led by Corolla,
which posted best-ever June sales of 42,180 units, up 30 percent over June 2007.
Camry and Camry Hybrid reported combined sales of 41,572 units in June, up 0.3
percent over the year-ago month. Camry Hybrid recorded June sales of 3,054
units. With limited availability, the Prius hybrid gas-electric mid- size sedan
posted June sales of 11,765 units. Yaris recorded monthly sales of 8,472 units,
up 4.1 percent over last June.
"As the pendulum swings towards smaller, higher-mileage vehicles, we're
well-poised to offer the right products at the right time," said TMS President
Jim Lentz. "A five-door liftback will soon join the Yaris line-up, widening the
choice for value-conscious consumers in challenging economic times."
Toyota Division light trucks reported June sales of 53,957 units, down 31.5
percent from the year-ago month. Light truck sales were led by the Tacoma
mid-size pickup with sales of 11,364 units. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded
sales of 10,238 units for the month. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted
combined monthly sales of 6,872 units. The Highlander Hybrid gas- electric
mid-size SUV reported sales of 1,511 units for the month. Sequoia reported sales
of 2,444 units in June, up 40.8 percent over the year-ago month.
Scion posted June sales of 11,870 units for the month. The xB urban utility
vehicle led the way with June sales of 4,685 units, up 0.3 percent over the
year-ago month. The tC sports coupe, in its fifth model year, reported June
sales of 4,155 units. The xD posted best-ever June sales of 3,026 units for the
month.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported June sales of 12,942 units, a decrease of 16.6
percent from June 2007. Passenger car sales were led by the ES 350 luxury sedan,
with June sales of 5,726 units. The IS entry luxury sport sedan reported
combined sales of 4,324 units. The LS flagship luxury sedan posted combined
sales of 1,525 units for the month. The GS luxury sport sedan recorded combined
June sales of 1,213 units.
Lexus Division light trucks reported June sales of 7,311 units, down 27.9
percent versus the year-ago month. Lexus sales were led by the RX luxury utility
vehicle, posting combined June sales of 5,820 units. The RX 400h hybrid luxury
utility vehicle reported sales of 1,330 units for the month. The all-new LX 570
luxury utility vehicle posted monthly sales of 631 units, an increase of 230.2
percent over the same period last year.
TMS Hybrids
TMS first-half hybrid sales totaled 145,159 units. In June, TMS posted sales
of 17,806 hybrid vehicles. Toyota Division posted sales of 16,330 hybrids for
the month. Lexus Division posted sales of 1,476 hybrids in June.
There were 24 selling days this month, compared to 27 selling days last June.
TOYOTA RETAIL SALES
(INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII)
June, 2008
-- CURRENT MONTH -- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE --
DSR % DSR %
2008 2007 CHG 2008 2007 CHG
YARIS 8,472 9,155 4.1 64,680 46,522 39.9
COROLLA 42,180 36,499 30.0 194,488 202,221 -3.2
CAMRY 41,572 46,630 0.3 239,881 240,530 0.4
AVALON 3,165 5,661 -37.1 24,438 37,522 -34.4
PRIUS 11,765 17,756 -25.5 91,440 94,503 -2.6
SCION xA 4 770 -99.4 39 8,866 -99.6
SCION xB 4,685 5,257 0.3 25,926 18,588 40.4
SCION tC 4,155 6,509 -28.2 23,730 33,550 -28.8
SCION xD 3,026 0 - 16,179 0 -
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV.
PASS. CAR 119,024 128,239 4.4 680,802 682,306 0.4
ES 5,726 7,232 -10.9 33,156 40,398 -17.4
LS 1,525 2,631 -34.8 11,554 17,572 -33.8
SC 154 391 -55.7 1,230 2,096 -40.9
GS 1,213 2,021 -32.5 9,059 11,168 -18.4
IS 4,324 5,182 -6.1 26,260 27,676 -4.5
TOTAL LEXUS PASS.
CAR 12,942 17,457 -16.6 81,259 98,910 -17.3
TOTAL TOYOTA PASS.
CAR 131,966 145,696 1.9 762,061 781,216 -1.8
SIENNA 8,578 12,780 -24.5 66,270 73,349 -9.1
RAV4 9,597 14,677 -26.4 71,516 87,124 -17.4
FJ CRUISER 1,701 4,483 -57.3 16,662 29,754 -43.6
4RUNNER 2,839 6,256 -48.9 27,121 44,194 -38.2
HIGHLANDER 6,872 11,253 -31.3 61,389 64,749 -4.6
LAND CRUISER 324 167 118.3 2,487 1,245 101.1
SEQUOIA 2,444 1,953 40.8 16,544 12,849 29.6
TOTAL SUV 23,777 38,789 -31.0 195,719 239,915 -17.9
4X2 TACOMA 6,690 9,212 -18.3 47,921 54,780 -11.9
4X4 TACOMA 4,674 6,123 -14.1 36,147 37,682 -3.4
TOTAL TACOMA 11,364 15,335 -16.6 84,068 92,462 -8.5
TUNDRA 10,238 21,727 -47.0 76,516 82,840 -7.0
TOTAL PICKUP 21,602 37,062 -34.4 160,584 175,302 -7.8
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. LT
TRUCK 53,957 88,631 -31.5 422,573 488,566 -12.9
LX 631 215 230.2 4,178 1,545 172.2
GX 860 1,848 -47.6 8,764 10,506 -16.0
RX 5,820 9,349 -30.0 42,510 49,241 -13.1
TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT
TRUCK 7,311 11,412 -27.9 55,452 61,292 -8.9
TOTAL TOYOTA LIGHT
TRUCK 61,268 100,043 -31.1 478,025 549,858 -12.5
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 172,981 216,870 -10.3 1,103,375 1,170,872 -5.1
TOTAL LEXUS 20,253 28,869 -21.1 136,711 160,202 -14.1
TOTAL TOYOTA 193,234 245,739 -11.5 1,240,086 1,331,074 -6.2
MEMO:
DOM. COROLLA 33,632 33,862 11.7 165,067 181,662 -8.5
DOM. CAMRY 41,038 40,276 14.6 234,731 198,544 19.0
DOM. PICKUP 21,602 37,062 -34.4 160,584 175,302 -7.8
DOM. RX 4,277 6,866 -29.9 29,856 35,398 -15.1
SELLING DAYS 24 27 153 154
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT
CAR 41,189 48,440 -4.3 256,566 264,578 -2.4
LEXUS IMPORT CAR 12,942 17,457 -16.6 81,259 98,910 -17.3
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT
CARS 77,835 79,799 9.7 424,236 417,728 2.2
TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 131,966 145,696 1.9 762,061 781,216 -1.8
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT
LT TRUCK 21,333 36,836 -34.8 179,175 227,066 -20.6
LEXUS IMPORT LT
TRUCK 3,034 4,546 -24.9 25,596 25,894 -0.5
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT
LT TRUCK 32,624 51,795 -29.1 243,398 261,500 -6.3
LEXUS NA BUILT LT
TRUCK 4,277 6,866 -29.9 29,856 35,398 -15.1
TOTAL TOYOTA LT
TRUCK 61,268 100,043 -31.1 478,025 549,858 -12.5
SPORT UTILITY
VEHICLES 29,387 45,718 -27.7 234,509 271,453 -13.0
Memo: Lexus Sport
Utility 7,311 11,412 -27.9 55,452 61,292 -8.9
SMALL VANS 8,578 12,780 -24.5 66,270 73,349 -9.1
PICKUPS 21,602 37,062 -34.4 160,584 175,302 -7.8
* NORTH AMERICAN
BUILT VEHICLES
COROLLA 33,632 33,862 11.7 165,067 181,662 -8.5
CAMRY 41,038 40,276 14.6 234,731 198,544 19.0
AVALON 3,165 5,661 -37.1 24,438 37,522 -34.4
SIENNA 8,578 12,780 -24.5 66,270 73,349 -9.1
PICKUP 21,602 37,062 -34.4 160,584 175,302 -7.8
SEQUOIA 2,444 1,953 40.8 16,544 12,849 29.6
RX 4,277 6,866 -29.9 29,856 35,398 -15.1
TOTAL 114,736 138,460 -6.8 697,490 714,626 -1.8
N.A. VEHICLES % OF
TOTAL 59.4% 56.3% 56.2% 53.7%
SELLING DAYS 24 27 153 154
DSR = DAILY SELLING RATE
Source: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Web site:
http://www.toyota.com/
http://www.lexus.com/
http://www.scion.com/
Subaru Reports Increased June Sales
The Company Reports Another Month of Increased Sales
CHERRY HILL, N.J., July 1 -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported June
sales of 18,007 total units resulting in the company having another month of
increased sales.
The 2009 Subaru Forester continues its strong sales start, up 41 percent over
the same period last year, while the Subaru Legacy maintains its increase in
sales, up 19 percent over the same period last year.
Model 2008 June % v 2007 Total Legacy 2,339 +19% Total Outback 4,704 -14% (incl. Legacy Wagon) Total Impreza 4,053 - 2% Total Forester 5,830 +41% Total Tribeca 1,081 -19% Total 18,007 + 5%
"In a turbulent market, Subaru has seen continued growth," said Tim Colbeck,
vice president of sales for Subaru of America. "The market is clearly undergoing
some major shifts as gas prices start to affect buying behavior. With gas at
over $4 a gallon, consumers are actively looking for more efficient vehicles
without sacrificing safety and versatility. Our vehicles score high marks in
these areas and so Subaru has been able to increase market share every month in
2008."
About Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries
Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company markets and
distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive vehicles, parts and accessories
through a network of nearly 600 dealers across the United States. Subaru makes
the best-selling All-Wheel Drive car sold in America based on R.L. Polk & Co.
new vehicle retail registration statistics calendar year-end 2005. For
additional information visit www.subaru.com.
Source: Subaru of America, Inc.
Web site:
http://www.subaru.com/
Mercedes-Benz Reports 19,576 New Vehicle Sales for June
MBUSA Records Best First Half-Year Sales on Record
MONTVALE, N.J., July 1 - Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported sales of
19,576 new vehicles for June 2008, bringing the year-to-date total to 119,279
units, marking the best sales for the first half of any year company's history.
Highlights for the month include a 25.1 percent increase (5,977 vs. 4,776
units) in sales for the company's volume-leading C-Class. The E-Class also
recorded gains with an 18.3 percent increase over last June's sales (4,360 vs.
3,686 units). Sales of the legendary and newly redesigned SL-Class roadster also
jumped by 12.3 percent from 594 units in June 2007 to 667 units in June 2008. In
the SUV category, the popularity of the ML-Class was evidenced by an increase by
2 percent (2,601 vs. 2,551 units) for the month.
Year-to-date sales of 119,279 units broke last year's record of 118,240, a
0.9 percent increase. Compared to the same period last year, highlights include
a 36.7 percent increase in C-Class sales and a 1 percent increase in SL-Class
sales. Contrary to current market conditions, the ML-Class SUV marked a 16.5
percent increase in sales for the first half of the year (17,396 vs. 14,935).
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned program, MBUSA
marked a 2.3 percent increase for June sales (4,809 vs. 4,703 certified
pre-owned vehicles sold), bringing year-to-date sales to a total of 31,358
units, an increase of 20.3 percent over the same period in 2007.
Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for
the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz products in the United
States. In 2007, MBUSA achieved an all-time sales record of 253,433 new
vehicles, setting the highest sales volume ever in its history and achieving 14
consecutive years of sales growth.
MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Sales -- June 2008
Model June '08 June '07 Monthly % YTD 2008 YTD 2007 Yearly %
C-CLASS 5,977 4,776 25.1% 37,362 27,328 36.7%
E-CLASS 4,360 3,686 18.3% 20,163 22,246 -9.4%
S-CLASS 1,384 1,701 -18.6% 9,639 12,549 -23.2%
CL-CLASS 180 266 -32.3% 1,503 1,699 -11.5%
SL-CLASS 667 594 12.3% 3,401 3,367 1.0%
CLK-CLASS 726 1,170 -37.9% 6,293 8,208 -23.3%
SLK-CLASS 576 968 -40.5% 3,069 4,614 -33.5%
CLS-CLASS 552 582 -5.2% 3,729 4,075 -8.5%
R-CLASS 576 1,305 -55.9% 4,784 6,835 -30.0%
ML-CLASS 2,601 2,551 2.0% 17,396 14,935 16.5%
GL-CLASS 1,913 1,920 -0.4% 11,450 11,789 -2.9%
G-CLASS 64 70 -8.6% 490 595 -17.6%
GRAND TOTAL 19,576 19,589 -0.1% 119,279 118,240 0.9%
Source: Mercedes-Benz USA
Web site:
http://www.mbusa.com/
American Honda Reports Record Sales in June
Fuel-efficient Fit sets all-time record; Civic and Acura TSX set June records
TORRANCE, Calif., July 1 - American Honda Motor Co., Inc., today announced
total June sales of 142,539, up 13.8 percent on a daily-selling-rate basis(1),
setting a new record for the month. Reflecting a shifting automotive
marketplace, total car sales set a new June record for the first time since 1990
at 97,639, up 34.2 percent versus last year. Year-to-date American Honda sales
are up 4.8 percent to 798,358.
"Staying true to our core values is allowing Honda to weather the storm of
rising gas prices and help consumers find shelter in our products," said Dick
Colliver, executive vice president of American Honda. "Our factories are doing
everything they can to produce the fuel-efficient models consumers are
desperately in need of."
Honda Division sales rose 17.9 percent over last year to a new June record of
130,083, driven by record car sales which increased 41.4 percent to 89,947. The
fuel-efficient Fit posted its best month ever with sales of 10,003, up 100.5
percent, while Civic hit a new June record, up 23.1 percent to 39,967, and
Accord rose 54.5 percent to 39,704. Honda Division light-truck sales of 40,136
reflect a decrease of 14.2 percent. Honda Division sales are up 7.4 percent to
720,444, year-to-date.
Acura Division sales totaled 12,456. Sales of the completely redesigned 2009
TSX sports sedan increased 27.5 percent and set a new June record of 3,869.
(1) All percentages in this release reflect the daily selling rate as
calculated with 24 days for June 2008, versus 27 for 2007. Year to date, the
daily selling rate is calculated with 153 days for 2008, versus 154 for 2007.
For more information about Honda vehicles, please visit
http://www.honda.com/. For media inquiries, please go to
http://www.hondanews.com/. For more information about Acura vehicles, please
visit
http://www.acura.com/. For media inquiries, please go to
http://www.acuranews.com/.
American Honda Vehicle Sales For June 2008
Month-to-Date Year-to-Date
June June DSR** June June DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg. 2008 2007 % Chg.
American Honda Total 142,539 140,935 13.8% 798,358 766,929 4.8%
Total Car Sales 97,639 81,827 34.2% 496,359 434,560 15.0%
Total Truck Sales 44,900 59,108 -14.5% 301,999 332,369 -8.5%
Honda Total Car
Sales 89,947 71,564 41.4% 452,335 382,330 19.1%
Honda Total
Truck Sales 40,136 52,605 -14.2% 268,109 293,059 -7.9%
Acura Total Car
Sales 7,692 10,263 -15.7% 44,024 52,230 -15.2%
Acura Total
Truck Sales 4,764 6,503 -17.6% 33,890 39,310 -13.2%
Domestic Car Sales * 71,463 67,179 19.7% 369,256 350,295 6.1%
Honda Division 68,009 60,958 25.5% 345,575 319,260 8.9%
Acura Division 3,454 6,221 -37.5% 23,681 31,035 -23.2%
Domestic Truck Sales * 36,849 42,127 -1.6% 233,870 234,619 0.3%
Honda Division 32,085 35,624 1.3% 199,980 195,309 3.1%
Acura Division 4,764 6,503 -17.6% 33,890 39,310 -13.2%
Import Car Sales 26,176 14,648 101.0% 127,103 84,265 51.8%
Honda Division 21,938 10,606 132.7% 106,760 63,070 70.4%
Acura Division 4,238 4,042 18.0% 20,343 21,195 -3.4%
Import Truck Sales 8,051 16,981 -46.7% 68,129 97,750 -29.8%
Honda Division 8,051 16,981 -46.7% 68,129 97,750 -29.8%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY
DIVISION
Honda Division Total 130,083 124,169 17.9% 720,444 675,389 7.4%
Fit 10,003 5,613 100.5% 39,787 23,769 68.5%
Accord * 39,704 28,915 54.5% 205,862 182,346 13.6%
Memo: Accord
Hybrid 7 342 -97.7% 191 2,044 -90.6%
Civic * 39,967 36,512 23.1% 204,961 173,800 18.7%
Memo: Civic
Hybrid 2,710 3,246 -6.1% 19,032 17,141 11.8%
S2000 273 514 -40.2% 1,719 2,402 -28.0%
Insight 0 0 0 3
FCX 0 10 6 10
Odyssey * 12,602 15,516 -8.6% 72,589 80,338 -9.1%
Pilot * 7,282 10,371 -21.0% 55,476 66,632 -16.2%
CR-V * 15,794 19,715 -9.9% 104,811 104,179 1.3%
Element * 2,211 3,163 -21.4% 15,834 19,891 -19.9%
Ridgeline 2,247 3,840 -34.2% 19,399 22,019 -11.3%
Acura Division Total 12,456 16,766 -16.4% 77,914 91,540 -14.3%
RSX 0 4 1 291 -99.7%
TL * 3,454 6,221 -37.5% 23,681 31,035 -23.2%
TSX 3,869 3,414 27.5% 17,683 17,421 2.2%
RL 369 624 -33.5% 2,659 3,482 -23.1%
MDX * 3,425 4,639 -16.9% 24,562 27,027 -8.5%
RDX * 1,339 1,864 -19.2% 9,328 12,283 -23.6%
Selling Days 24 27 153 154
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Source: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Web site:
http://www.honda.com/
http://www.acura.com/
Acura Announces June Sales Results
TSX posts best-ever June sales
TORRANCE, Calif., July 1 The TSX sports sedan posted best-ever June
sales, making it Acura's top-selling vehicle for the month as the luxury
division posted June sales of 12,456 units, down 16.4 percent* based on the
daily-selling-rate. Acura year-to-date sales of 77,914 are down 14.3 percent
versus 2007.
In just its second full month on sale, the redesigned TSX sports sedan set a
new June record with sales of 3,869 units, surpassing the previous record of
3,414 set in 2007. Year-to-date sales TSX reached 17,683, up 2.2 percent
compared to last year.
"The TSX is receiving a tremendous response from customers who want it all --
performance, luxury and fuel efficiency," said Dick Colliver, executive vice
president of sales. "The all-new TSX is clearly the right product at the right
time."
The TL performance luxury sedan posted June sales of 3,454 units, bringing
year-to-date sales to 23,681. Additionally, the MDX luxury SUV was Acura's
top-selling light truck with monthly sales of 3,425 units. Year-to-date MDX
sales reached 24,562 units.
For media information and high-resolution photos of all Acura vehicles,
please visit
http://www.acuranews.com/. For consumer information, please visit
http://www.acura.com/.
*The daily selling rate is calculated with 24 selling days for June 2008
versus 27 selling days for June 2007. Year-to-date sales based on 153 days for
2008 versus 154 days for 2007.
Month-to-Date Year-to-Date
June June DSR** June June DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg. 2008 2007 % Chg.
Acura Division Total 12,456 16,766 -16.4% 77,914 91,540 -14.3%
RSX 0 4 1 291 -99.7%
TL * 3,454 6,221 -37.5% 23,681 31,035 -23.2%
TSX 3,869 3,414 27.5% 17,683 17,421 2.2%
RL 369 624 -33.5% 2,659 3,482 -23.1%
MDX * 3,425 4,639 -16.9% 24,562 27,027 -8.5%
RDX * 1,339 1,864 -19.2% 9,328 12,283 -23.6%
Selling Days 24 27 153 154
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced
parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Source: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Web site:
http://www.honda.com/
http://www.acura.com/
Hyundai Motor America Reports June Sales
Tops 50,000 sales for the first time ever
Best sales month in its history
Genesis begins arriving in dealerships
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 1 -- Hyundai Motor America today announced
sales of 50,033 for the month of June, a 1.3 percent increase over the same
record-setting period last year and best sales month ever.
"As consumers continue to shift to smaller cars, our most fuel-efficient
vehicles -- Accent, Elantra and Sonata -- continue their upward trend with
increases of 70 percent, 51 percent and 12 percent respectively over last year,"
said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales.
"We are very pleased with our record-setting results for June, breaking the
50,000 mark, and look forward to building on this trend."
All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage,
America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-year/100,000-mile
power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to- bumper warranty, a
7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty and 5 year/unlimited-mile
roadside assistance protection.
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a
subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed
throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced
through almost 800 dealerships nationwide.
CARLINE JUNE/2008 JUNE/2007 CY2008 CY2007 ACCENT 6,914 4,067 28,184 18,926 SONATA 16,875 15,080 65,927 67,658 ELANTRA 14,482 9,617 61,978 49,932 TIBURON 979 1,670 4,967 7,395 SANTA FE 5,863 8,460 37,410 44,372 AZERA 1,745 1,807 11,443 12,539 TUCSON 1,964 3,639 11,747 20,350 ENTOURAGE 499 3,479 3,032 11.946 VERACRUZ 682 1,549 6,348 3,477 GENESIS 30 n/a 30 n/a TOTAL 50,033 49,368 231,066 236,595
Source: Hyundai Motor America
Kia Motors America Announces Best June and Best Quarter Ever
IRVINE, Calif., July 1 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced its best
June ever with record sales of 28,292 units, an increase of 7.6 percent over the
same period last year, and year-to-date sales of 157,619 units, an increase of
2.1 percent over the same period last year. For the just completed quarter, the
company reported sales of 89,405 units.
Kia's June record sales were led by Spectra and Optima, with 7,131 and 6,865
units sold respectively. Small car Rio and family vacation favorite Sedona also
had strong sales with 3,337 units and 3,719 units respectively, both increases
over the same period last year.
"As the economy continues to fluctuate, consumers are turning to vehicles
that are known for value and quality," said Byung Mo Ahn, group president and
CEO of KMA and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG). "Thanks to a strong
marketing plan and the hard work of the Kia dealer network, Kia continues to
have success during this difficult economic time."
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia
Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of
vehicles through more than 640 dealers throughout the United States. For 2007,
KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of record U.S. sales. Kia Motors
subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high quality, safe and
dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing vehicles that are
exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to Surprise."
MONTH OF JUNE YEAR-TO-DATE Model 2008 2007 2008 2007 Rio 3,337 3,173 20,961 16,240 Spectra 7,131 6,946 42,957 37,154 Optima 6,865 3,106 28,808 20,781 Amanti 1,117 326 2,090 4,340 Sportage 2,001 4,069 19,252 24,157 Sorento 1,950 2,466 11,257 18,539 Sedona 3,719 2,063 16,320 23,185 Rondo 2,172 4,139 15,974 9,996 Total 28,292 26,288 57,619 154,392
Source: Kia Motors America
BMW Group USA Reports June Sales
BMW Group US sales (BMW and MINI combined) down 11 percent in June. MINI sales continue to thrive
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., July 1 - The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI
combined) today reported June vehicle sales of 26,155, a decline of 11 percent
from the 29,394 vehicles sold in the same month of 2007. For the first six
months of 2008, BMW Group sales are down 3.9 percent to 157,913 vehicles versus
the 164,338 sold in the first half of 2007.
BMW Brand Sales
BMW brand sales declined 17 percent, to 20,944 vehicles compared to 25,220
vehicles sold in June 2007. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales of 131,513 vehicles
compared to the 144,579 reported in the same period a year ago, a decline of 9
percent.
"Internet leads and consumer traffic in our dealerships remain good, showing
a premium brand such as BMW has the ability to better weather these turbulent
times," said Jim O'Donnell, President of BMW of North America, LLC. "Even in
this segment however, we see a desire for increased efficiency and that is
providing a natural impetus for strong sales of our new 1 Series and the 3
Series 328i models, but also for other vehicles such as the new X6 where
consumers see the combination of efficiency, performance and luxury that's right
for their unique needs. Within this overall environment, we are determined to
remain profitable and help our corporation. We will do this by exercising
disciplined volume management matched to demand, and make a small number of
vehicles available to other markets where exchange rates are more beneficial for
the company."
BMW Automobile Sales
BMW's automobile sales are down 17.5 percent in June to 16,555 versus 20,068
in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date sales are down 8.7 percent, to
103,522 automobiles compared to 113,396 in the first half of 2007.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicles
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles are down 14.8 percent in June to 4,389
vehicles over the 5,152 sold last June. Year-to-date, sales of BMW Sports
Activity Vehicles decreased by 10.2 percent, to 27,991 vehicles compared to the
31,184 sold in the same period of 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported sales of 5,211 cars, a 24.8 percent increase compared to
4,174 cars sold in the same period a year ago. Year-to-date, MINI USA also
reported sales of 26,400 cars, an increase of 33.6 percent over the 19,759
vehicles sold in the same period a year ago.
"The last three months have been the best in our history as the significant
structural shift to small cars has brought into our dealerships a diverse range
of vehicle owners that currently drive large cars, SUVs and trucks. Our
retailers tell us these people recognize the combination of efficiency, great
dynamics and premium values MINI provides and it allows them to downsize their
vehicle without downsizing their aspirations," said Jim McDowell, Vice-President
MINI USA. "With very few cars remaining in inventory, our dealers are focusing
on taking orders for custom-built cars that will be delivered to MINI drivers in
July through September."
Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, June 2008
June June % YTD YTD %
2008 2007 2008 2007
BMW brand 20,944 25,220 -17 131,513 144,579 -9
BMW passenger cars 16,555 20,068 -17.5 103,522 113,395 -8.7
BMW light trucks(SAVs) 4,389 5,152 -14.8 27,991 31,184 -10.2
MINI brand 5,211 4,174 24.8 26,400 19,759 33.6
TOTAL Group 26,155 29,394 -11 157,913 164,338 -3.9
BMW Certified Pre-Owned
BMW Certified Pre-Owned reported 7,909 CPO vehicles sold in June 2008 versus
7,540 vehicles reported last June, an increase of 4.9 percent. Year-to- date,
CPO sales are up 22.7 percent, to 51,986 over the 42,384 reported in the same
period in 2007.
BMW Group In America
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003. The BMW
Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial
service organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles, including
motorcycles, the MINI brand, and the Rolls-Royce brand of Motor Cars;
DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a technology office in
Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country. BMW
Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group's global
manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all Z4
models, X5 Sports Activity Vehicles and the X6 Sports Activity Coupes. The BMW
Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 338 BMW
passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 142 BMW
motorcycle retailers, 82 MINI passenger car dealers, and 30 Rolls-Royce Motor
Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group's sales headquarters for
North, Central and South America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
Information about BMW Group products is available to consumers via the
Internet at:
www.bmwgroupna.com www.bmwusa.com www.bmwmotorcycles.com www.miniusa.com www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com
Sales BMW of North America, LLC, June 2008
June 08 June 07 % YTD YTD %
June 08 June 07
1 Series 1715 0 6101 0
3 Series 9,581 12,738 -24.8% 59,908 73,003 -17.9%
Z4 Roadster and Coupe 428 834 -48.7% 3,657 4,576 -20.1%
5 Series 3,524 4,657 -24.3% 23,096 23,808 - 3.0%
6 Series 493 786 -37.3% 3,576 4,467 -19.9%
7 Series 814 1,053 -22.7% 7,184 7,541 - 4.7%
BMW passenger cars 16,555 20,068 -17.5% 103,522 113,395 - 8.7%
X3 1,519 2,635 -42.4% 9,611 14,026 -31.5%
X5 2,247 2,517 -10.7% 16,370 17,158 - 4.6%
X6 623 0 2,010 0
BMW light trucks (SAVs) 4,389 5,152 -14.8% 27,991 31,184 -10.2%
BMW brand 20,944 25,220 -17.0% 131,513 144,579 - 9.0%
Cooper /S Hardtop 3,585 3,309 8.3% 18,074 15,855 14.0%
Cooper /S Convertible 694 865 -19.8% 3,452 3,904 -11.6%
Cooper /S Clubman 932 0 4,874 0
MINI brand 5,211 4,174 24.8% 26,400 19,759 33.6%
TOTAL BMW of North
America, LLC 26,155 29,394 -11.0% 157,913 164,338 - 3.9%
Source: BMW of North America, LLC
Web site:
http://www.bmwgroupna.com/
http://www.bmwusa.com/
http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/
http://www.miniusa.com/
http://www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com/
Mitsubishi Motors Reports June Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., July 1 Mitsubishi Motors today announced total June
2008 sales of 7,494.
-- The fuel-efficient Lancer continues to lead the way for Mitsubishi in the
U.S. with 2,688 sales, making June the second best month of the year for Lancer.
May 2008 was Lancer's best month with 3,318 sales.
-- Lancer Evolution sales were 315, up 52.2% for the month compared to June
2007.
-- Galant sales through the first six months of the year remain ahead of
2007, with 13,058 sales in 2008, compared to 13,008 last year.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all
manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development operations
for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes, convertibles,
sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a network of
approximately 480 dealers. For more information, contact the Mitsubishi Motors
News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit media.mitsubishicars.com.
Source: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Mazda Reports June 2008 Sales
MAZDA5 Sales up 29 Percent, MAZDA3 Reports Best June Ever
IRVINE, Calif., July 1 - Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today
reported June 2008 sales of 23,771 vehicles, a 7.7 percent decrease over last
year, but an increase of 3.7 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis. There
were 24 selling days in June 2008, 27 in June 2007. Despite a tough economic
state in the automotive industry, Mazda's year-to-date sales are up 0.3 percent
with 153,141 vehicles sold (up 0.9 percent on a DSR basis).
"Small, stylish, fuel-efficient -- those are the buzz words of the car
business these days," said Jim O'Sullivan, President and CEO, MNAO. "As always,
customers want the right vehicle at the right price, and never has this been so
true as today, as MAZDA5 and MAZDA3 sales are proving."
Leading the way yet again, the MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle posted a 29.2
percent increase versus last June, with 1,416 units sold. Redesigned for 2008,
the MAZDA5 is a spirited vehicle that targets a very specific driver, with three
rows, room for six passengers and up to 28 mpg (highway). Year-to-date, MAZDA5
sales are up 44.1 percent.
MAZDA3 also had a great month, recording its best June sales ever, up 8.9
percent with sales of 12,346.
Additionally, Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) celebrated its best-ever June with
sales of 1,586 vehicles, up 30 percent versus last year. MAZDA3 5-door and
MAZDA6 both had their best sales month ever. On a year-to-date basis, MMdM
reported 9,961 total sales, accounting for a 34 percent increase.
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Mazda North American Operations oversees the
sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the
United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico through nearly 900 dealers.
Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada, Inc., located in Ontario; in
Mexico by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and in Puerto Rico by Mazda de
Puerto Rico in San Juan.
Mazda North American Operations - June
2008
Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
June June % June June %
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
Mazda3 12,346 11,341 8.9% 61,475 62,629 (1.8)%
Mazda5 1,416 1,096 29.2% 11,977 8,309 44.1%
Mazda6 3,685 3,814 (3.4)% 33,063 32,684 1.2%
MX-5 Miata 1,064 1,608 (33.8)% 7,149 9,603 (25.6)%
RX-8 333 509 (34.6)% 1,881 3,300 (43.0)%
CX-7 1,975 4,103 (51.9)% 15,974 20,455 (21.9)%
CX-9 1,830 1,955 (6.4)% 13,223 9,318 41.9%
Tribute 1,008 1,071 (5.9)% 7,576 4,646 63.1%
B-Series Truck 114 263 (56.7)% 823 1,618 (49.1)%
MPV - 1 (100.0)% - 122 (100.0)%
Total Vehicles
CARS 18,844 18,368 2.6% 115,545 116,525 (0.8)%
TRUCKS 4,927 7,393 (33.4)% 37,596 36,159 4.0%
TOTAL 23,771 25,761 (7.7)% 153,141 152,684 0.3%
MEMO:
IMPORT CAR 15,159 14,554 4.2% 82,482 83,841 (1.6)%
IMPORT TRUCK 3,805 6,059 (37.2)% 29,197 29,895 (2.3)%
IMPORT TOTAL 18,964 20,613 (8.0)% 111,679 113,736 (1.8)%
DOMESTIC CAR 3,685 3,814 (3.4)% 33,063 32,684 1.2%
DOMESTIC TRUCK 1,122 1,334 (15.9)% 8,399 6,264 34.1%
DOMESTIC TOTALS 4,807 5,148 (6.6)% 41,462 38,948 6.5%
Note: MPV & Protege are discontinued vehicles.
Source: Mazda North American Operations
Web site:
http://www.mazdausa.com/
May
Mitsubishi Motors Reports May Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., June 3 Mitsubishi Motors today announced total May
2008 sales of 10,430.
-- Galant sales in May were 2,783, an increase of 7.9 percent over May
2007. Galant sales are up 14.5 percent calendar-year-to-date.
-- Lancer Evolution sales were 351, up 23.6% for the month compared to
last May.
-- Consistent with the overall U.S. market, total Mitsubishi sales were
off 23.6% for May compared to May 2007 sales of 13,651.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all
manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development operations
for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes, convertibles,
sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a network of
approximately 480 dealers.
Source: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
BMW Group USA Reports May Sales
BMW Group US sales (BMW and MINI combined) up 3.1 percent in May. MINI sales reached all-time sales record.
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., June 3 The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI
combined) today reported May vehicle sales of 31,781, an increase of 3.1 percent
from the 30,819 vehicles sold in the same month of 2007. For the first five
months of 2008, BMW Group sales are down 2.4 percent, to 131,758 vehicles versus
the 134,944 sold January through May of 2007.
BMW Brand Sales
BMW brand sales were down 4.6 percent, to 25,469 vehicles compared to 26,689
vehicles sold in May 2007. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales of 110,569 vehicles
compared to the 119,359 reported in the same period a year ago, a decline of 7.4
percent.
"In spite of the small decline we saw in May, we see that buyers of premium
vehicles remain active in the market. This continues to help keep our turn rates
strong and momentum maintained through this difficult period," said Tom Purves,
Chairman and CEO of BMW (US) Holding Corp. "In addition, we are finding that
buyers respond positively to the fact that premium products can also be
efficient and smart purchases. This is a message we continue to communicate
about our BMW lineup."
BMW Automobile Sales
BMW's automobile sales are down 7.2 percent in May to 19,884 versus 21,421 in
the same month a year ago. Year-to-date sales are down 6.8 percent, to 86,967
automobiles compared to 93,327 in the same period of 2007.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicles
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles are up 6 percent in May to 5,585
vehicles over the 5,268 sold last May. Year-to-date, sales of BMW Sports
Activity Vehicles decreased by 9.3 percent, to 23,602 vehicles compared to the
26,032 sold in the same period of 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported an all-time record in May. The brand sold 6,312 cars, a
52.8 percent increase compared to 4,130 cars sold in the same period a year ago.
MINI USA also reported sales of 21,189 cars for the first five months of 2008,
an increase of 36 percent over the 15,585 vehicles sold in the same period a
year ago.
Both the MINI Cooper and Cooper S, as well as the new MINI Clubman were very
well received during the month of May.
Says Jim McDowell, Vice-President MINI USA: "Dealers are seeing a wide range
of trade-ins including a lot of full-size SUVs and pick-up trucks as America
thinks more about the cost of fuel. As a result, we are seeing more
consideration for small premium vehicles like MINI than ever before."
Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, May 2008
May May YTD YTD
2008 2007 % 2008 2007 %
BMW brand 25,469 26,689 -4.6 110,569 119,359 -7.4
BMW passenger
cars 19884 21,421 -7.2 86,967 93,327 -6.8
BMW light
trucks (SAVs) 5,585 5,268 6.0 23,602 26,032 -9.3
MINI brand 6,312 4,130 52.8 21,189 15,585 36.0
TOTAL Group 31,781 30,819 3.1 131,758 134,944 -2.4
BMW Certified Pre-Owned
BMW Certified Pre-Owned reports its best sales month ever in May 2008 with
9,616 CPO vehicles sold versus 8,468 vehicles reported last May, an increase of
13.6 percent. Year-to-date, CPO sales are up 26.5 percent, to 44,077 over the
34,844 reported in the same period in 2007.
BMW Group In America
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003. The BMW
Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial
service organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles, including
motorcycles, the MINI brand, and the Rolls-Royce brand of Motor Cars;
DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a technology office in
Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country. BMW
Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group's global
manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all Z4
models, X5 Sports Activity Vehicles and the X6 Sports Activity Coupes. The BMW
Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 338 BMW
passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 142 BMW
motorcycle retailers, 82 MINI passenger car dealers, and 30 Rolls-Royce Motor
Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group's sales headquarters for
North, Central and South America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
Information about BMW Group products is available to consumers via the
Internet at:
www.bmwgroupna.com www.bmwusa.com www.bmwmotorcycles.com www.miniusa.com www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com
Sales BMW of North America, LLC, May 2008
YTD YTD
May 08 May 07 % May 08 May 07 %
1 Series 1765 0 4386 0
3 Series 11,913 13,930 -14.5% 50,327 60,265 -16.5%
Z4 Roadster and Coupe 549 925 -40.6% 3,229 3,742 -13.7%
5 Series 3,899 4,431 -12.0% 19,572 19,151 2.2%
6 Series 661 958 -31.0% 3,083 3,681 -16.2%
7 Series 1,097 1,177 -6.8% 6,370 6,488 -1.8%
BMW passenger cars 19,884 21,421 -7.2% 86,967 93,327 -6.8%
X3 2,125 2,410 -11.8% 8,092 11,391 -29.0%
X5 2,728 2,858 -4.5% 14,123 14,641 -3.5%
X6 732 0 1,387 0
BMW light trucks (SAVs) 5,585 5,268 6.0% 23,602 26,032 -9.3%
BMW brand 25,469 26,689 -4.6% 110,569 119,359 -7.4%
Cooper /S Hardtop 4,239 3,264 29.9% 14,489 12,546 15.5%
Cooper /S Convertible 878 866 1.4% 2,758 3,039 -9.2%
Cooper /S Clubman 1,195 0 3,942 0
MINI brand 6,312 4,130 52.8% 21,189 15,585 36.0%
TOTAL BMW of North
America, LLC 31,781 30,819 3.1% 131,758 134,944 -2.4%
Source: BMW of North America, LLC
Web site:
http://www.bmwusa.com/
http://www.bmwgroupna.com/
http://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/
http://www.miniusa.com/
http://www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com/
Subaru Reports All Time Record May Sales
Forester Sales up Significantly - 66% Gain
CHERRY HILL, N.J., June 3 - Subaru of America, Inc. today reported the
Company's best May sales ever with 18,436 total units sold. Retail sales were up
13% over the same month in 2007, driven by strong consumer demand.
The new 2009 model year Subaru Forester was up 66 percent.
Model 2008 May % v 2007
Total Legacy 1,973 +11%
Total Outback 6,512 -9%
(incl. Legacy Wagon)
Total Impreza 4,301 +8%
Total Forester 6,412 +66%
Total Tribeca 1,211 +4%
Total 18,436
"Thanks to the tremendous job our Subaru Retailers are doing and our strong
products, we had another exceptional month of retail sales," said Tim Colbeck,
vice president of sales for Subaru of America. "Additionally, with great press
in Motor Trend, USA Today and other leading publications, we look forward to
continued strong sales."
For a complete sales chart and additional information about Subaru of
America, Inc. and Subaru vehicles, visit our media website at
www.media.subaru.com.
About Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries
Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company markets and
distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive vehicles, parts and accessories
through a network of nearly 600 dealers across the United States. Subaru makes
the best-selling All-Wheel Drive car sold in America based on R.L. Polk & Co.
new vehicle retail registration statistics calendar year-end 2005. For
additional information visit www.subaru.com.
6/3/2008 MAY MONTH END SALES/INVENTORY COMPARISON 2008 VS 2007
May-08 May-07
NAT'L May-08 % CHG May-07 YTD % CHG YTD
Total Sales 18436 13% 16282 76088 4% 73046
Dealer Inventory 37858 36542 37858 36542
LEGACY
Total Legacy 1973 11% 1781 8988 17% 7696
OUTBACK
Total Outback w/
Legacy wagon 4539 -16% 5378 20275 -12% 23162
*Starting with MY-08
no longer selling
Legacy Wagon
IMPREZA
Total Impreza
Sedan AWD 1822 -25% 2444 8676 -17% 10469
Total Impreza Wagon 2479 61% 1537 10814 69% 6416
Grand Total Impreza 4301 8% 3981 19490 15% 16885
FORESTER
Grand Total Forester 6412 66% 3871 21739 18% 18467
TRIBECA
Grand Total Tribeca 1211 4% 1166 5595 -4% 5853
Source: Subaru of America, Inc.
Mazda Reports Best May Since 1996 With Sales Up 4.2 Percent
IRVINE, Calif., June 3 - Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today
reported its best May in 12 years with 27,921 units sold in the U.S., a 4.2
percent increase over last year. Year-to-date sales are up 1.9 percent with
129,370 vehicles sold.
"Soaring fuel prices are driving customers to make sensible transportation
choices; it's a new marketplace," said Jim O'Sullivan, President and CEO, MNAO.
"We're finding more and more buyers are shopping for the stylish, fun-to-drive,
and affordable to own and operate cars and crossover SUVs that we build."
Heading Mazda's sales numbers and increases for the month, both the MAZDA3
compact sedan and the MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle reported best-ever May
sales. MAZDA3 sales were up 13.0 percent with sales of 12,788, while the
redesigned MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle reported sales of 2,072, up 43.0
percent over last year and 46.4 percent year-to-date.
The popular MAZDA6 showed a 9.1 percent increase in sales for May with 4,921
units sold. Mazda recently announced its all-new MAZDA6 sports sedan will launch
later this year, with an expected on-sale date in late summer, 2008. The 2009
MAZDA6 features a larger interior and exterior size, more powerful engines and
unique styling.
Mazda's crossover SUV lineup continues its strong sales momentum. CX-9,
winner of the 2008 North American Truck of the Year and 2008 Motor Trend
Sport/Utility of the Year, reported sales of 2,448 units, up 29.3 percent versus
last year. CX-7 recorded 2,529 units sold while Tribute sold 1,264 units in May,
up 13.0 percent.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) celebrated its best-ever May with sales of 1,719
vehicles, up 14 percent versus last year. On a year-to-date basis, MMdM reported
8,375 total sales, accounting for a 34 percent increase.
Mazda Canada, Inc. reported a strong sales month for May with sales of 9,673
units, down slightly from its record-breaking May 2007 sales.
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Mazda North American Operations oversees the
sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the
United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico through nearly 900 dealers.
Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada, Inc., located in Ontario; in
Mexico by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and in Puerto Rico by Mazda de
Puerto Rico in San Juan.
Mazda North American Operations - May
2008
Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
May May % May May %
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
Mazda3 12,788 11,316 13.0% 49,129 51,288 (4.2)%
Mazda5 2,072 1,449 43.0% 10,561 7,213 46.4%
Mazda6 4,921 4,509 9.1% 29,378 28,870 1.8%
MX-5 Miata 1,396 1,959 (28.7)% 6,085 7,995 (23.9)%
RX-8 309 585 (47.2)% 1,548 2,791 (44.5)%
CX-7 2,529 3,672 (31.1)% 13,999 16,352 (14.4)%
CX-9 2,448 1,894 29.3% 11,393 7,362 54.8%
Tribute 1,264 1,119 13.0% 6,568 3,575 83.7%
B-Series Truck 194 286 (32.2)% 709 1,355 (47.7)%
MPV - - N/A - 121 (100.0)%
Total Vehicles
CARS 21,486 19,818 8.4% 96,701 98,157 (1.5)%
TRUCKS 6,435 6,971 (7.7)% 32,669 28,765 13.6%
TOTAL 27,921 26,789 4.2% 129,370 126,922 1.9%
MEMO:
IMPORT CAR 16,565 15,309 8.2% 67,323 69,287 (2.8)%
IMPORT TRUCK 4,977 5,566 (10.6)% 25,392 23,835 6.5%
IMPORT TOTAL 21,542 20,875 3.2% 92,715 93,122 (0.4)%
DOMESTIC CAR 4,921 4,509 9.1% 29,378 28,870 1.8%
DOMESTIC TRUCK 1,458 1,405 3.8% 7,277 4,930 47.6%
DOMESTIC TOTALS 6,379 5,914 7.9% 36,655 33,800 8.4%
Note: MPV & Protege are discontinued vehicles.
Source: Mazda North American Operations
Hyundai Motor America Sets All-Time May Sales Record
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 3 -- Hyundai Motor America today announced
sales of 46,415 for the month of May, a six percent increase over the same
period last year, and its best May ever.
"We are very pleased with our results for May and the fact we were able to
break the record set in 2007 for the month during a period of record-setting oil
prices and a sluggish economy," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's
vice president of national sales. "Our more fuel-efficient vehicles -- Accent,
Elantra and Sonata -- continued their strong momentum with increases of 89
percent, 46 percent and 12 percent, respectively, over last year."
All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage,
America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-year/100,000-mile
power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, a
7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty and 5-year/unlimited-mile
roadside assistance protection.
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a
subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed
throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced
through almost 800 dealerships nationwide.
CARLINE MAY/2008 MAY/2007 CY2008 CY2007 ACCENT 6,941 3,669 21,270 14,859 SONATA 13,620 12,147 49,052 52,578 ELANTRA 13,645 9,317 47,496 40,315 TIBURON 1,023 1,668 3,988 5,725 SANTA FE 6,604 7,930 31,547 35,912 AZERA 1,221 2,056 9,698 10,732 TUCSON 2,049 3,454 9,783 16,711 ENTOURAGE 491 2,544 2,533 8,467 VERACRUZ 821 1,100 5,666 1,928 TOTAL 46,415 43,885 181,033 187,227
Source:
Hyundai Motor America
http://www.hyundaiusa.com/
Acura Announces May Sales Results
All-New TSX Shattered Model's All-Time Sales Record
TORRANCE, Calif., June 3 In its first full month of sales, the all-new 2009
Acura TSX posted its best month in the model's history with 4,564 units sold-
topping the previous mark of 3,911 set in April of 2006. So strong are TSX sales
that for the first time ever, it topped the monthly sales of TL and MDX. Acura
sales for May were 14,893 units, down 9.9 percent based on Daily Selling Rate*
while year-to-date sales totaled 65,458 units, down 13.8 percent compared to
2007.
"Even the luxury market appears to be taking a hard look at high fuel
prices," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of sales. "Record sales of
the all-new 2009 TSX indicate that its combination of a powerful and efficient
i-VTEC(R) 4-cylinder engine, bold styling and Acura's trademark driving
character are what the market desires."
Eclipsing the previous best-ever TSX monthly sales record by 16.7 percent and
shattering the previous May total by 53.7 percent, the totally redesigned 2009
TSX is proving popular right off the start. The all-new 2009 TSX is larger, more
agile and more luxurious than ever before, raising the standards significantly
for Acura's entry-level sedan. Major advances in handling, interior comfort,
customer-relevant technology and safety features all contribute to the new TSX's
appeal. Moreover, the TSX's improvements in fuel economy, along with a reduction
in emissions are especially important considering today's high fuel prices.
Strong initial sales of the 2009 TSX indicate that smart packaging and good fuel
economy are of increasing importance to consumers.
The second-best selling Acura model in May was the TL performance luxury
sedan, with 4,294 units. In addition, Acura light-truck sales for the MDX luxury
SUV were 4,277 units, while the turbocharged RDX crossover SUV sold 1,368 units.
*The daily selling rate is calculated with 27 selling days for May 2008
versus 26 selling days for May 2007. Year-to-date sales based on 129 days for
2008 versus 127 days for 2007.
Month-to-Date Year-to-Date
May May DSR** May May DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg. 2008 2007 % Chg.
Acura Division Total 14,893 15,920 -9.9% 65,458 74,774 -13.8%
RSX 0 12 1 287 -99.7%
TL * 4,294 5,760 -28.2% 20,227 24,814 -19.7%
TSX 4,564 2,859 53.7% 13,814 14,007 -2.9%
RL 390 653 -42.5% 2,290 2,858 -21.1%
MDX * 4,277 4,623 -10.9% 21,137 22,388 -7.1%
RDX * 1,368 2,012 -34.5% 7,989 10,419 -24.5%
Selling Days 27 26 129 127
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Source: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Web site:
http://www.acura.com/
Kia Motors America Announces Best Month Ever
IRVINE, Calif., June 3 -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced its best
sales month ever for the second consecutive month with record May sales of
31,047 units, an increase of nine percent over the same period last year, and
year-to-date sales of 129,327 units.
May's record sales were led by Spectra and Optima, which both had their best
months ever with 9,407 and 8,197 units sold respectively, increases of 10.5 and
120.8 percent over same period last year. Rio also continued with strong sales
in its best month of the year at 4,474 units, a 28.6 percent increase over the
same period last year.
"With gas prices continuing to rise, record sales of the fuel-efficient
Spectra and Optima are proof that consumers are recognizing Kia's value now more
than ever," said Byung Mo Ahn, group president and CEO of KMA and Kia Motors
Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG). "Achieving the best month ever for two months in a
row is the result of enhancement efforts to Kia's brand image and the Kia dealer
network's total endeavors in a difficult market environment to sell more
vehicles."
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia
Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of
vehicles through more than 640 dealers throughout the United States. For 2007,
KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of record U.S. sales. Kia Motors
subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high quality, safe and
dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing vehicles that are
exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to Surprise."
MONTH OF MAY YEAR-TO-DATE Model 2008 2007 2008 2007 Rio 4,474 3,479 17,624 13,067 Spectra 9,407 8,512 35,826 30,208 Optima 8,197 3,712 21,943 17,675 Amanti 182 748 973 4,014 Sportage 3,505 4,678 17,251 20,088 Sorento 1,695 3,111 9,307 16,073 Sedona 2,021 2,500 12,601 21,122 Rondo 1,566 1,754 13,802 5,857 Total 31,047 28,494 129,327 128,104
Source: Kia Motors America
Web site:
http://www.kia.com/
Chrysler LLC Reports May 2008 Sales; Let's Refuel America $2.99 Gas Guarantee Continues to Gain Retail Momentum
- $2.99 Gas Guarantee increases showroom traffic, runs until July 7
- Fleet sales reduced more than 40%; Retail sales move closer to industry trend
- Fuel-efficient Jeep(R) Patriot sales accelerate to new monthly record
- New Dodge brand lineup embraced by consumers
- Chrysler Aspen sales continue to grow
- 'New Day' Value Package models continue to resonate well with consumers
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 3 - Chrysler LLC today reported total May 2008
sales of 148,747 units, which is 25 percent below the same period last year.
Total May sales reflect a combination of record sales of Chrysler's newest
highly fuel-efficient vehicles, an unusually high 40 percent cut in monthly
fleet vehicle sales and a continued industry wide slowdown in pickup truck and
SUV sales. All sales figures are reported as unadjusted.
"There is a new era emerging in the restructuring of the American economy.
There is an unprecedented shift in the industry that is challenging, but we are
determined to provide consumers what they need and want," Vice Chairman and
President Jim Press said. "We are responding to consumers with innovative
incentive choices and new vehicle offerings, five of which get 28 mpg highway
driving for under $20,000. These actions have helped move our retail sales more
in line with the overall industry and provided a lift for our dealers this
month."
May sales highlight the continued growth of Dodge brand cars and crossovers,
such as the Dodge Caliber and Dodge Journey, both of which come with a standard
four-cylinder engine delivering 28 mpg on the highway. The two vehicles reached
new monthly sales records in May with the Dodge Caliber posting sales of 12,856
units, up 7 percent compared with May 2007 sales of 12,052 units, and the
all-new Dodge Journey reaching 7,520 units in only its fourth month of sales.
The fuel-efficient Jeep(R) Patriot posted record monthly sales as it
continues to be one of Chrysler's fastest growing models. Jeep Patriot sales of
8,199 units represented an 82 percent increase in May 2008 versus the same
period last year.
Customers continue to take advantage of the luxury-value equation of the
Chrysler Aspen, which posted sales of 2,037 units, an 18 percent increase from
May 2007 sales of 1,724 units. With a base starting price of $33,225, the Aspen,
offers an optional Multi-displacement System (MDS) equipped HEMI(R) powertrain
that achieves up to 25 percent fuel economy improvement overall and 40 percent
improvement in city driving (18 city/20 hwy).
Consumer and dealer feedback has been very positive on Chrysler's lineup of
the "New Day" packages. The wide-range of vehicles offering the company's most
sought-after features at reduced prices will continue to be available in June.
Despite slow industry sales, the Company finished the month with 412,009
units of inventory, or a 75-day supply. As part of a planned reduction,
inventory is down 14 percent compared with May 2007 when it totaled 479,501
units.
Let's Refuel America $2.99 Gas Guarantee
Buyers were most likely to choose the gas guarantee incentive option versus
cash back or 0 percent financing when purchasing the Dodge Journey, Dodge
Caliber, Chrysler Sebring Sedan, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Town & Country.
"We are pleased with the consumer response to the Let's Refuel America $2.99
Gas Guarantee program," Press said. "Shoppers really appreciate the opportunity
to stabilize their fuel costs and to increase their savings if gas prices
continue to rise. The program gives consumers three incentive choices of similar
current value to help them address their most pressing needs. With great high
mileage product, creative incentive choices, a strong dealer network, and
dedicated employees, we are ushering in new confidence for the month of June."
For additional information, refer to www.letsrefuelamerica.com About Chrysler LLC
Chrysler LLC, headquartered in Auburn Hills, Mich., produces Chrysler, Jeep(R),
Dodge and Mopar(R) brand vehicles and products. Total sales worldwide in 2007
were 2.68 million vehicles. Sales outside of North America were the highest in a
decade with an increase of 15 percent from 2006. The Company's product lineup
features some of the world's most recognizable vehicles, including the Chrysler
300, Jeep Wrangler and Dodge Charger.
Chrysler LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru May 2008
Month Sales Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 7,124 10,304 -31%
300 4,763 11,687 -59%
Crossfire 250 1,517 -84%
PT Cruiser 5,203 10,059 -48%
Aspen 2,037 1,724 18%
Pacifica 530 3,487 -85%
Town & Country 12,869 14,379 -11%
CHRYSLER BRAND 32,776 53,157 -38%
Compass 3,114 3,735 -17%
Patriot 8,199 4,504 82%
Wrangler 9,260 12,332 -25%
Liberty 6,228 7,654 -19%
Grand Cherokee 6,979 9,101 -23%
Commander 2,061 5,544 -63%
JEEP BRAND 35,841 42,870 -16%
Caliber 12,856 12,052 7%
Avenger 6,354 8,638 -26%
Charger 10,134 13,463 -25%
Challenger 71 0 0%
Viper 126 27 367%
Magnum 274 2,651 -90%
Dakota 3,605 4,838 -25%
Ram P/U 19,727 31,327 -37%
Journey 7,520 0 0%
Caravan 13,655 18,236 -25%
Durango 1,360 4,364 -69%
Nitro 2,667 6,110 -56%
Sprinter 1,781 1,351 32%
DODGE BRAND 80,130 103,366 -22%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 148,747 199,393 -25%
TOTAL CAR 42,124 62,621 -33%
TOTAL TRUCK 106,623 136,772 -22%
Selling Days 27 26
Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 42,911 38,797 11%
300 35,486 51,199 -31%
Crossfire 905 4,544 -80%
PT Cruiser 26,614 43,145 -38%
Aspen 12,289 10,932 12%
Pacifica 3,888 28,502 -86%
Town & Country 57,973 66,951 -13%
CHRYSLER BRAND 180,066 244,070 -26%
Compass 16,318 18,812 -13%
Patriot 31,795 10,336 208%
Wrangler 39,773 54,699 -27%
Liberty 35,917 41,560 -14%
Grand Cherokee 36,739 49,493 -26%
Commander 14,352 27,642 -48%
JEEP BRAND 174,894 202,542 -14%
Caliber 53,012 48,564 9%
Avenger 37,266 32,367 15%
Charger 50,173 54,443 -8%
Challenger 71 0 0%
Viper 515 227 127%
Magnum 6,061 13,465 -55%
Dakota 14,936 24,343 -39%
Ram P/U 112,795 154,143 -27%
Journey 17,569 0 0%
Caravan 61,591 94,220 -35%
Durango 13,186 23,628 -44%
Nitro 21,321 31,444 -32%
Sprinter 6,913 4,812 44%
DODGE BRAND 395,409 483,134 -18%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 750,369 929,746 -19%
TOTAL CAR 227,289 251,186 -10%
TOTAL TRUCK 523,080 678,560 -23%
Selling Days 129 127
Source: Chrysler LLC
Audi of America Reports May Sales
- de Nysschen expects market share increase
- Audi A4 and TT sales up
- Record May CPO sales
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., June 3 Audi of America, Inc. announced today auto
sales for the month of May totaling 8,534, a slight decrease of 2.9% from last
year's figures, however, the brand expects to record an increase in market share
for the month. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales continued their
record-setting trend; compared with last year's May figures, CPO sales rose to
3,364 units, an increase of 42.7%.
"Our recent advertising and marketing campaigns have driven consumer
awareness and consideration of Audi to record levels," said Johan de Nysschen,
executive vice president, Audi of America. "With dealers reporting strong
traffic, nearly 12,000 consumers chose to buy Audi in May. I look forward to
continuing this trend as more consumers experience driving and owning an Audi."
As auto buyers nationwide adjusted to high gas prices and a tighter economy,
Audi's combined offering of luxury and fuel economy bucked industry trends.
Nationwide, Audi sales of the A4 jumped 21.5%, the A4 Cabriolet grew by 12.5%,
and the TT continued its successful run with a 5.1% increase.
To date, Audi has sold 36,820 vehicles in 2008, a 2.9% decrease over the
previous year; CPO sales for 2008 total 15,454, an increase of 45.5% over 2007.
ABOUT AUDI OF AMERICA
Audi of America, Inc. offers a line of luxury vehicles that include the Audi
A3 sport compact; the sporty A4 sedan, Avant and Cabriolet models; the high
performance S4 sedan, Avant and Cabriolet models, the high-revving RS 4 sport
sedan and Cabriolet; the all new A5 Coupe with FSI direct injection technology;
the S5 Coupe with 354 hp; the design-leading A6 sedan and Avant; the V-10
powered high performance S6 sedan; the Audi Q7 performance SUV; the new
all-aluminum Audi A8 and A8L; the new S8 with V10 power; the all-new 2008 TT
Coupe and Roadster models; and the all-new, all-aluminum R8, one of the most
exclusive mid-engine sports cars in the world. For more information, please
visit www.audiusa.com.
AUDI US SNAPSHOT -----YEAR TO DATE-----
May-08 May-07 Yr/Yr % May-08 May-07 Yr/Yr %
Actual Actual change YTD actual YTD actual change
A3 436 770 -43.4% 1,950 2,920 -33.2%
A4/S4/RS 4 3,978 3,274 21.5% 15,648 14,208 10.1%
A4/S4 Cabriolet 883 785 12.5% 2,644 3,779 -30.0%
A5/S5 449 n/a n/a 2,123 n/a n/a
A6/S6 904 1,189 -24.0% 4,833 4,919 -1.7%
A8/S8 205 339 -39.5% 1,241 1,626 -23.7%
TT 497 473 5.1% 2,057 1157 77.8%
R8 61 n/a n/a 271 n/a n/a
Audi Q7 1,121 1,958 -42.7% 6,053 9,313 -35.0%
Total 8,534 8,788 -2.9% 36,820 37,922 -2.9%
Source: Audi of America, Inc.
Web site:
http://www.audiusa.com/
Nissan North America Announces May Sales
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 3 - Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported
May sales of 100,874 units, compared to 93,062 in the prior year. Adjusted for
the number of selling days, sales were up 4.4 percent, marking a record May. On
the same basis, Nissan Division sales rose 5.7 percent, from 82,314 units to
90,379 units, while the Infiniti Division saw sales of 10,495 units decrease
from 10,748 units the prior year, a decline by 6.0 percent.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
-- Nissan vehicles saw sales of 90,379 units in May, a 5.7 percent
increase on a daily sales rate basis compared with May 2007's 82,314
units sold, marking a record May for the Nissan Division.
-- The Altima Sedan, Hybrid and Coupe combined for sales of 34,428 units,
the best month in the vehicle's history, up 38.3 percent versus the
prior year.
-- Sales of the Versa subcompact reached 10,378 units, an increase of 10.6
percent from May 2007.
-- The Rogue achieved sales of 7,467 in May, the most that have been sold
in any month since it launched in September 2007.
-- Sales of Nissan cars combined for a year-on-year increase of 17.2
percent, while truck sales fell 14.0 percent.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
-- Infiniti sales declined from 10,748 units to 10,495 units in May, a
decrease of 6.0 percent.
-- Sales of the G37 Coupe rose 90.3 percent over May 2007, with sales of
2,275 units.
-- Sales of the all-new EX reached 1,201 units in May. An all-new FX goes
on sale later this month.
NNA INFORMATION
-- Combined sales for Nissan and Infiniti of 100,874 units, compared with
last May's sales of 93,062 units, marked an increase of 4.4 percent on
a daily sales rate basis and a record May.
In North America, NNA's operations include automotive styling, engineering,
consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and
manufacturing. More information on NNA and the complete line of Nissan and
Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissannews.com.
NISSAN DIVISION SALES
May May Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Nissan Division
Total 90,379 82,314 5.7 393,909 389,929 -0.5
Versa 10,378 9,039 10.6 36,752 30,247 19.6
Sentra 13,980 12,758 5.5 48,186 45,083 5.2
Altima 34,428 23,980 38.3 133,465 114,318 14.9
Maxima 3,270 4,126 -23.7 18,664 21,227 -13.4
350Z 1,268 2,127 -42.6 5,747 9,223 -38.7
Total Car 63,324 52,030 17.2 242,814 220,098 8.6
Frontier 4,119 5,886 -32.6 21,173 28,326 -26.4
Titan 2,163 4,899 -57.5 15,925 28,668 -45.3
Xterra 1,914 3,334 -44.7 14,033 21,988 -37.2
Pathfinder 2,382 4,934 -53.5 15,630 25,174 -38.9
Armada 1,212 2,530 -53.9 7,763 13,716 -44.3
Rogue 7,467 NA NA 30,812 NA NA
Murano 6,121 6,473 -8.9 37,331 39,206 -6.3
Quest 1,677 2,228 -27.5 8,428 12,753 -34.9
Total Truck 27,055 30,284 -14.0 151,095 169,831 -12.4
North American
Produced 75,523 73,714 -1.3 320,019 341,500 -7.7
Car 62,056 49,903 19.7 237,067 210,875 10.7
Truck 13,467 23,811 -45.5 82,952 130,625 -37.5
Import 14,856 8,600 66.3 73,890 48,429 50.2
Car 1,268 2,127 -42.6 5,747 9,223 -38.7
Truck 13,588 6,473 102.1 68,143 39,206 71.1
INFINITI DIVISION
SALES
May May Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Infiniti Division
Total 10,495 10,748 -6.0 52,565 53,238 -2.8
G Sedan 4,127 5,007 -20.6 21,079 24,820 -16.4
G Coupe 2,275 1,151 90.3 9,875 5,325 82.6
M 1,371 1,720 -23.2 7,555 9,857 -24.5
Q45 0 3 -100.0 0 20 -100.0
QX56 660 761 -16.5 4,166 4,083 0.5
EX 1,201 NA NA 5,211 NA NA
FX 861 2,106 -60.6 4,679 9,133 -49.6
Total Car 7,773 7,881 -5.0 38,509 40,022 -5.3
Total Truck 2,722 2,867 -8.6 14,056 13,216 4.7
COMBINED NISSAN AND
INFINITI SALES
May May Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
TOTAL VEHICLE 100,874 93,062 4.4 446,474 443,167 -0.8
Total Car 71,097 59,911 14.3 281,323 260,120 6.5
Total Truck 29,777 33,151 -13.5 165,151 183,047 -11.2
Selling Days 27 26 129 127
*All numbers include Hawaii.
Source: Nissan North America, Inc.
Toyota Reports May Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., June 3 - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today
reported May sales of 257,404 vehicles, a decrease of 7.9 percent from last May,
on a daily selling rate basis.
"The all-new Corolla really found its stride this month," said TMS President
Jim Lentz. "Launched amid soaring fuel prices and economic uncertainty, Corolla
strikes a sweet spot for buyers seeking refinement in addition to fuel
efficiency and affordability."
The Toyota Division posted May sales of 230,811, a decrease of 6.3 percent
from last May. The Lexus Division reported May sales of 26,593 units, a decrease
of 19.6 percent from the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded May sales of 152,652 units, down 0.9
percent over the same period last year. Passenger-car sales were led by Corolla,
which posted all-time best-ever sales of 52,826 units, an increase of 12.4
percent over May 2007. Camry and Camry Hybrid posted combined sales of 51,291 in
May. Camry Hybrid reported May sales of 5,999 units. With limited availability,
the Prius hybrid gas-electric mid-size sedan posted May sales of 15,011 units.
Yaris reported all-time best-ever sales of 14,397 units, up 26.6 percent over
the year-ago month.
Toyota Division light trucks recorded May sales of 78,159 units, down 15.3
percent from May 2007. Light truck sales were led by the Tacoma mid-size pickup,
reporting May sales of 17,341 units, up 4.2 percent over May 2007. The Tundra
full-size pickup posted May sales of 12,144 units. Highlander and Highlander
Hybrid posted combined sales of 10,841 units in May. The Highlander Hybrid
gas-electric mid-size SUV reported May sales of 2,644 units. Sequoia posted
sales of 3,575 units for the month, up 75 percent over the same period last
year.
Scion posted May sales of 14,858 units, up 28.4 percent over the year ago
month. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with May sales of 5,351 units,
an increase of 40.9 percent over last May. The tC sports coupe, entering its
fifth model year, posted May sales of 5,166 units. The xD reported all-time
best-ever sales of 4,337 units.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported May sales of 16,290 units, a decrease of 21.3
percent from May 2007. Passenger-car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan
with May sales of 6,831 units. The IS entry luxury sport sedan reported combined
sales of 5,420 units. The LS flagship luxury sedan reported combined sales of
2,115 units. Sales of the GS luxury sport sedan reported combined May sales of
1,708 units.
Lexus Division light trucks reported May sales totaling 10,303 units, down
16.7 percent from the year-ago month. Lexus sales were led by the RX luxury
utility vehicle, which posted combined May sales of 8,082 units. The RX 400h
hybrid luxury utility vehicle reported May sales of 2,155 units, up 19 percent
over the year-ago month. The all-new LX 570 enjoyed sales of 827 units, an
increase of 201.7 percent versus the same period last year
TMS Hybrids
TMS calendar-year-to-date hybrid sales totaled 127,353 units. TMS posted May
sales of 26,019 hybrid vehicles. Toyota Division posted sales of 23,654 hybrids
for the month. Lexus Division posted May sales of 2,365 hybrids, an 18 percent
increase over the same period last year.
There were 27 selling days this month, as compared to 26 selling days last
May.
TOYOTA RETAIL SALES
(INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII)
May, 2008
--- CURRENT MONTH --- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE --
DSR % DSR %
2008 2007 CHG 2008 2007 CHG
YARIS 14,397 10,949 26.6 56,208 37,367 48.1
COROLLA 52,826 45,238 12.4 152,308 165,722 -9.5
CAMRY 51,291 50,126 -1.5 198,309 193,900 0.7
AVALON 4,269 6,435 -36.1 21,273 31,861 -34.3
PRIUS 15,011 24,009 -39.8 79,675 76,747 2.2
SCION xA 4 1,297 -99.7 35 8,096 -99.6
SCION xB 5,351 3,658 40.9 21,241 13,331 56.9
SCION tC 5,166 6,615 -24.8 19,575 27,041 -28.7
SCION xD 4,337 0 - 13,153 0 -
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV.
PASS. CAR 152,652 148,327 -0.9 561,778 554,067 -0.2
ES 6,831 8,572 -23.3 27,430 33,166 -18.6
LS 2,115 3,196 -36.3 10,029 14,941 -33.9
SC 216 410 -49.3 1,076 1,705 -37.9
GS 1,708 2,043 -19.5 7,846 9,147 -15.6
IS 5,420 5,722 -8.8 21,936 22,494 -4.0
TOTAL LEXUS PASS. CAR 16,290 19,943 -21.3 68,317 81,453 -17.4
TOTAL TOYOTA PASS.
CAR 168,942 168,270 -3.3 630,095 635,520 -2.4
SIENNA 12,178 12,837 -8.6 57,692 60,569 -6.2
RAV4 14,917 16,547 -13.2 61,919 72,447 -15.9
FJ CRUISER 2,404 4,639 -50.1 14,961 25,271 -41.7
4RUNNER 4,286 6,908 -40.3 24,282 37,938 -37.0
HIGHLANDER 10,841 11,991 -12.9 54,517 53,496 0.3
LAND CRUISER 473 205 122.2 2,163 1,078 97.5
SEQUOIA 3,575 1,967 75.0 14,100 10,896 27.4
TOTAL SUV 36,496 42,257 -16.8 171,942 201,126 -15.8
4X2 TACOMA 9,480 9,728 -6.2 41,231 45,568 -10.9
4X4 TACOMA 7,861 6,300 20.2 31,473 31,559 -1.8
TOTAL TACOMA 17,341 16,028 4.2 72,704 77,127 -7.2
TUNDRA 12,144 17,727 -34.0 66,278 61,113 6.8
TOTAL PICKUP 29,485 33,755 -15.9 138,982 138,240 -1.0
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. LT
TRUCK 78,159 88,849 -15.3 368,616 399,935 -9.3
LX 827 264 201.7 3,547 1,330 162.6
GX 1,394 1,842 -27.1 7,904 8,658 -10.1
RX 8,082 9,798 -20.6 36,690 39,892 -9.5
TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT
TRUCK 10,303 11,904 -16.7 48,141 49,880 -5.0
TOTAL TOYOTA LIGHT
TRUCK 88,462 100,753 -15.5 416,757 449,815 -8.8
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 230,811 237,176 -6.3 930,394 954,002 -4.0
TOTAL LEXUS 26,593 31,847 -19.6 116,458 131,333 -12.7
TOTAL TOYOTA 257,404 269,023 -7.9 1,046,852 1,085,335 -5.0
MEMO:
DOM. COROLLA 41,928 40,904 -1.3 131,435 147,800 -12.5
DOM. CAMRY 50,495 42,476 14.5 193,693 158,268 20.5
DOM. PICKUP 29,485 33,755 -15.9 138,982 138,240 -1.0
DOM. RX 5,567 7,259 -26.1 25,579 28,532 -11.7
SELLING DAYS 27 26 129 127
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT
CAR 55,960 58,512 -7.9 215,377 216,138 -1.9
LEXUS IMPORT CAR 16,290 19,943 -21.3 68,317 81,453 -17.4
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT
CARS 96,692 89,815 3.7 346,401 337,929 0.9
TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 168,942 168,270 -3.3 630,095 635,520 -2.4
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT
LT TRUCK 32,921 40,290 -21.3 157,842 190,230 -18.3
LEXUS IMPORT LT
TRUCK 4,736 4,645 -1.8 22,562 21,348 4.0
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT
LT TRUCK 45,238 48,559 -10.3 210,774 209,705 -1.0
LEXUS NA BUILT LT
TRUCK 5,567 7,259 -26.1 25,579 28,532 -11.7
TOTAL TOYOTA LT
TRUCK 88,462 100,753 -15.5 416,757 449,815 -8.8
SPORT UTILITY
VEHICLES 44,395 49,522 -13.7 205,122 225,735 -10.5
Memo: Lexus Sport
Utility 10,303 11,904 -16.7 48,141 49,880 -5.0
SMALL VANS 12,178 12,837 -8.6 57,692 60,569 -6.2
PICKUPS 29,485 33,755 -15.9 138,982 138,240 -1.0
* NORTH AMERICAN
BUILT VEHICLES
COROLLA 41,928 40,904 -1.3 131,435 147,800 -12.5
CAMRY 50,495 42,476 14.5 193,693 158,268 20.5
AVALON 4,269 6,435 -36.1 21,273 31,861 -34.3
SIENNA 12,178 12,837 -8.6 57,692 60,569 -6.2
PICKUP 29,485 33,755 -15.9 138,982 138,240 -1.0
SEQUOIA 3,575 1,967 75.0 14,100 10,896 27.4
RX 5,567 7,259 -26.1 25,579 28,532 -11.7
TOTAL 147,497 145,633 -2.5 582,754 576,166 -0.4
N.A. VEHICLES % OF
TOTAL 57.3% 54.1% 55.7% 53.1%
SELLING DAYS 27 26 129 127
DSR = DAILY SELLING RATE
Source: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Web site:
http://www.toyota.com/
http://www.lexus.com/
http://www.scion.com/
Mercedes-Benz Sets Another Record With Best May Sales
MONTVALE, N.J., June 3- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported its highest
May on record with sales of 21,785 new vehicles, a 0.1 percent increase over
last May. Sales for the month brought MBUSA's year-to-date volume to 99,703 new
vehicles, a 1.1 percent increase compared to the first five months of 2007.
Passenger car sales of 16,416 vehicles showed an increase of 4.6 percent over
last May. Sales of the legendary SL roadster, one of MBUSA's first 2009 models
to hit dealer showrooms, increased by 60.4 percent (1,083 vs. 675 units). The
volume leading C-Class also demonstrated impressive growth with an increase of
43.9 percent for the month (7,394 vs 5,139 units). In the light truck category,
the award-winning M-Class SUV increased 4 percent (2,706 vs. 2,601 units), while
sales of the G-Class rose 11.3 percent (79 vs. 71 units).
Year-to-date highlights include an overall increase in the C-Class model line
of 39.2 percent (31,385 vs. 22,552) and in the M-Class with a 19.5 percent
(14,795 vs. 12,384) increase.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned program, MBUSA
marked a 31.8 percent increase for May sales with 6,037 vehicles sold, bringing
year-to-date sales to a total of 26,549 units, an increase of 24.3 percent over
the same period in 2007.
Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for
the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz products in the United
States. In 2007, MBUSA achieved an all-time sales record of 253,433 new
vehicles, setting the highest sales volume ever in its history and achieving 14
consecutive years of sales growth. More information on MBUSA and its products
can be found on the Internet at www.mbusa.com.
Model May '08 May '07 Monthly % YTD 2008 YTD 2007 Yearly % C-CLASS 7,394 5,139 43.9% 31,385 22,552 39.2% E-CLASS 4,029 4,102 -1.8% 15,803 18,560 -14.9% S-CLASS 1,684 2,135 -21.1% 8,255 10,848 -23.9% CL-CLASS 250 319 -21.6% 1,323 1,433 -7.7% SL-CLASS 1,083 675 60.4% 2,734 2,773 -1.4% CLK-CLASS 1,033 1,548 -33.3% 5,567 7,038 -20.9% SLK-CLASS 444 1,100 -59.6% 2,493 3,646 -31.6% CLS-CLASS 499 671 -25.6% 3,177 3,493 -9.0% R-CLASS 666 1,379 -51.7% 4,208 5,530 -23.9% M-CLASS 2,706 2,601 4.0% 14,795 12,384 19.5% GL-CLASS 1,918 2,031 -5.6% 9,537 9,869 -3.4% G-CLASS 79 71 11.3% 426 525 -18.9% GRAND TOTAL 21,785 21,771 0.1% 99,703 98,651 1.1%
Source: Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA)
Web site:
http://www.mbusa.com/
May Brings Record Sales For Ford Focus, Fusion
- Ford's redesigned Focus posted record May sales of 32,579, up 53 percent versus a year ago; retail sales to individual customers more than doubled (up 105 percent).
- Ford Fusion May sales (18,088) were the highest for any month, up 27 percent versus a year ago.
- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury car sales were 4 percent higher, with retail sales up 20 percent.
- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 206,000, down 16 percent, reflecting lower daily rental (down 30 percent), truck and van (down 29 percent) and SUV (down 44 percent) sales.
- Total Ford Motor Company sales (including Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volvo) totaled 217,998, also down 16 percent.
- Ford confirms second and third quarter North American production plans.
DEARBORN, Mich., June 3 For the second time in its nine-year history,
Ford Focus sales eclipsed the 30,000-unit milestone in May.
Focus sales totaled 32,579, up 53 percent compared with a year ago. Retail
sales to individual customers more than doubled (up 105 percent). The first time
was October 2001, when industry sales soared in response to zero-percent
financing.
"Our dealers are selling the Focus at unprecedented turn rates," said Jim
Farley, Ford group vice president, Marketing and Communications. "In fact,
Focus' retail sales were 91 percent of beginning inventory, which puts it in the
same league as the industry's best-selling small cars. This is a strong
statement about customer demand for Ford's newest small car."
Ford is moving to increase Focus availability. In early April, Ford announced
plans to produce 245,000 Focus units in 2008, approximately 30 percent more than
in 2007. Ford now is targeting to produce 280,000 Focus units in 2009.
Ford Fusion sales were the highest for any month ever (18,088) and up 27
percent from a year ago, including a 30 percent increase to retail customers.
The Mercury Sable and Milan also posted higher retail sales.
"Our products and our dealers are getting us back in the car business,"
Farley said. "Our small and mid-size cars are outperforming the industry, and
we're only just beginning."
Late this year, a redesigned Fusion, Milan and MKZ will go into production.
Additionally, Fusion and Milan will be offered in new hybrid versions.
Last week, Ford announced its global B-car, the Ford Fiesta, will be produced
in North America in early 2010. Two Fiesta models will be offered -- a sedan and
a hatchback -- helping feed customers' growing demand for small cars.
In all, Ford, Lincoln and Mercury car sales to retail customers were up 20
percent. Total car sales, including sales to fleet customers, were up 4 percent
in May.
In May, crossover sales were lower than a year ago but remained at high
levels as sales for the Ford Escape and Edge, Mercury Mariner and Lincoln MKX
were among the highest recorded. During the past two years, sales growth for the
company's crossovers has outpaced the industry.
The company's gains in the small and mid-size car market are helping to
mitigate sharp declines among traditional SUVs (down 44 percent) and trucks and
vans (down 29 percent) as well as lower sales to daily rental companies (down 30
percent).
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 206,000, down 16 percent.
Total Ford Motor Company sales, including Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volvo, were
217,998, also down 16 percent.
North American Production
Today, the company is confirming the production plans it announced May 22.
The second-quarter production plan is 690,000 units. The third-quarter plan is
525,000 units, in the middle of the range the company announced May 22. The
fourth quarter production plan continues to be in the range of 590,000 to
630,000 units.
Note: The sales data included in this release and the accompanying tables are
based largely on data reported by dealers representing their sales to retail and
fleet customers.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn,
Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles in 200 markets across six
continents. With about 228,000 employees and about 90 plants worldwide, the
company's core and affiliated automotive brands include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury,
Volvo and Mazda. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor
Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit
www.ford.com .
FORD MOTOR COMPANY MAY 2008 U.S. SALES
--------------------------------------
May % Year-To-Date %
--- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Ford, Lincoln Mercury
Sales By Brand
Ford 184,042 212,572 -13.4 833,856 920,713 -9.4
Mercury 13,593 18,178 -25.2 60,938 79,532 -23.4
Lincoln 8,365 13,880 -39.7 47,176 60,839 -22.5
----- ------ ------ ------
Total Ford,
Lincoln
Mercury 206,000 244,630 -15.8 941,970 1,061,084 -11.2
Sales By Type
Cars 85,542 82,412 3.8 335,336 352,819 -5.0
Crossover Utility
Vehicles 39,097 42,174 -7.3 179,151 166,036 7.9
Sport Utility
Vehicles 15,437 27,755 -44.4 86,044 122,618 -29.8
Pickup Trucks and
Vans 65,924 92,289 -28.6 341,439 419,611 -18.6
------ ------ ------- -------
Total Ford,
Lincoln
Mercury 206,000 244,630 -15.8 941,970 1,061,084 -11.2
Jaguar 1,757 1,379 27.4 7,021 7,051 -0.4
Land Rover 3,003 4,269 -29.7 14,292 18,682 -23.5
Volvo 7,238 9,192 -21.3 39,180 44,236 -11.4
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Ford
Motor Company 217,998 259,470 -16.0 1,002,463 1,131,053 -11.4
Memo: Cars and Trucks
Cars 91,634 89,126 2.8 366,871 386,135 -5.0
Trucks 126,364 170,344 -25.8 635,592 744,918 -14.7
------- ------- ------- -------
Total Ford
Motor Company 217,998 259,470 -16.0 1,002,463 1,131,053 -11.4
FORD BRAND MAY 2008 U.S. SALES
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May % Year-To-Date %
--- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Crown Victoria 5,225 6,714 -22.2 23,511 30,636 -23.3
Taurus 6,700 4,014 66.9 27,817 27,405 1.5
Fusion 18,088 14,279 26.7 73,197 66,260 10.5
Focus 32,579 21,269 53.2 105,499 77,732 35.7
Mustang 9,633 17,478 -44.9 44,160 64,560 -31.6
GT 0 0 NA 0 231 -100.0
- - - ---
Total Ford Cars 72,225 63,754 13.3 274,184 266,824 2.8
Escape 17,667 18,953 -6.8 76,966 73,058 5.3
Edge 12,367 12,701 -2.6 58,734 46,313 26.8
Taurus X 2,794 2,635 6.0 12,552 17,321 -27.5
Explorer 8,122 13,821 -41.2 43,116 60,500 -28.7
Expedition 5,252 9,205 -42.9 28,686 41,362 -30.6
Freestar 0 214 -100.0 0 2,390 -100.0
Econoline/Club Wagon 14,673 18,395 -20.2 63,869 80,641 -20.8
Ranger 7,239 9,608 -24.7 36,421 35,598 2.3
F-Series 42,973 61,939 -30.6 235,924 290,282 -18.7
Low Cab Forward 109 268 -59.3 434 1,136 -61.8
Heavy Trucks 621 1,079 -42.4 2,970 5,288 -43.8
--- ----- ----- -----
Total Ford Trucks 111,817 148,818 -24.9 559,672 653,889 -14.4
------- ------- ------- -------
Total Ford Brand 184,042 212,572 -13.4 833,856 920,713 -9.4
LINCOLN AND MERCURY BRAND MAY 2008 U.S. SALES
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May % Year-To-Date %
--- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Grand Marquis 3,087 6,371 -51.5 14,193 27,327 -48.1
Sable 1,686 1,206 39.8 7,305 7,791 -6.2
Milan 4,767 3,481 36.9 17,453 17,082 2.2
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Mercury Cars 9,540 11,058 -13.7 38,951 52,200 -25.4
MKZ 3,013 3,092 -2.6 16,025 13,930 15.0
Town Car 764 4,508 -83.1 6,176 19,865 -68.9
--- ----- ----- ------
Total Lincoln Cars 3,777 7,600 -50.3 22,201 33,795 -34.3
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Mercury
and Lincoln Cars 13,317 18,658 -28.6 61,152 85,995 -28.9
Mariner 3,319 4,395 -24.5 15,579 15,890 -2.0
Mountaineer 734 2,609 -71.9 6,408 10,742 -40.3
Monterey 0 116 -100.0 0 700 -100.0
- --- - ---
Total Mercury Trucks 4,053 7,120 -43.1 21,987 27,332 -19.6
MKX 2,950 3,490 -15.5 15,320 13,454 13.9
Navigator 1,329 2,120 -37.3 7,834 10,014 -21.8
Mark LT 309 670 -53.9 1,821 3,576 -49.1
--- --- ----- -----
Total Lincoln Trucks 4,588 6,280 -26.9 24,975 27,044 -7.7
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Mercury
and Lincoln Trucks 8,641 13,400 -35.5 46,962 54,376 -13.6
----- ------ ------ ------
Total Mercury
and Lincoln Vehicles 21,958 32,058 -31.5 108,114 140,371 -23.0
Total Lincoln Brand 8,365 13,880 -39.7 47,176 60,839 -22.5
Total Mercury Brand 13,593 18,178 -25.2 60,938 79,532 -23.4
JAGUAR BRAND MAY 2008 U.S. SALES
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May % Year-To-Date %
--- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
XJ 229 317 -27.8 1,133 1,901 -40.4
XF 1,170 0 NA 3,457 0 NA
S-TYPE 53 316 -83.2 742 1,664 -55.4
X-TYPE 26 285 -90.9 382 1,337 -71.4
XK 279 461 -39.5 1,307 2,149 -39.2
--- --- ----- -----
Total Jaguar 1,757 1,379 27.4 7,021 7,051 -0.4
VOLVO BRAND MAY 2008 U.S. SALES
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May % Year-To-Date %
--- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
C30 504 0 NA 1,903 0 NA
S40 918 1,586 -42.1 6,212 8,984 -30.9
V50 201 286 -29.7 822 1,263 -34.9
S60 542 1,629 -66.7 5,579 7,508 -25.7
V70 366 293 24.9 1,239 1,392 -11.0
XC70 1,027 1,236 -16.9 4,712 5,069 -7.0
C70 677 571 18.6 2,880 2,055 40.1
S80 1,127 970 16.2 5,879 5,063 16.1
XC90 1,876 2,621 -28.4 9,954 12,902 -22.8
----- ----- ----- ------
Total Volvo 7,238 9,192 -21.3 39,180 44,236 -11.4
LAND ROVER BRAND MAY 2008 U.S. SALES
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May % Year-To-Date %
--- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Range Rover 732 931 -21.4 3,681 4,694 -21.6
Range Rover Sport 1,416 1,341 5.6 5,534 6,389 -13.4
LR3 355 972 -63.5 2,158 5,271 -59.1
LR2 500 1,025 -51.2 2,919 2,327 25.4
Freelander 0 0 NA 0 1 -100.0
- - - -
Total Land Rover 3,003 4,269 -29.7 14,292 18,682 -23.5
Source: Ford Motor Company
.
April
Volkswagen Reports April 2008 Sales Up Over Last Year
Best Eos sales month ever
HERNDON, Va., May 1 - Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced April 2008
sales of 19,415 units, a 1.7 percent increase over the April 2007 sales of
19,086 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales are 0.8 percent
ahead of 2007 sales through April.
A sign that spring is definitely in the air is Volkswagen's innovative
coupe-convertible-sunroof Eos posted its best sales month ever with sales of
1,663 units, representing a 45.6 percent increase over April 2007.
The Passat also recorded a strong sales month with sales of 3,045 units,
representing an increase of 10.2 percent over April 2007.
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Herndon,
Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg,
Germany. Volkswagen is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars
and Europe's largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Rabbit, New Beetle, New
Beetle convertible, GTI, Jetta, GLI, Passat, Passat wagon, Eos, and Touareg
through approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers. Visit Volkswagen of America
online at vw.com .
VW-US Snapshot -------- YEAR-TO-DATE --------
April- April- April-08 April-07
08 07 Yr/Yr % YTD YTD Yr/Yr %
Actual Actual change Actual Actual change
New Beetle - Coupe 1,585 1,478 7.2% 4,700 4,739 -0.8%
- Convertible 1,218 1,225 -0.6% 3,503 4,140 -15.4%
Total New
Beetle 2,803 2,703 3.7% 8,203 8,879 -7.6%
Jetta Sdn 7,171 8,234 -12.9% 29,112 29,798 -2.3%
SportWagen - - 0.0% - -
Total Jetta 7,171 8,234 -12.9% 29,112 29,798 -2.3%
Eos 1,663 1,142 45.6% 4,827 3,703 30.4%
Golf - - N/A - 19 -100.0%
Rabbit 1,809 1,932 -6.4% 6,860 6,524 5.2%
GTI 1,173 1,165 0.7% 3,943 4,853 -18.8%
R32 399 - N/A 1,603 - N/A
Total Golf/
Rabbit/GTI/
R32 3,381 3,097 12,406 11,396 8.9%
Passat Sdn 3,045 2,762 10.2% 10,342 9,758 6.0%
Wgn 628 677 -7.2% 2,245 2,671 -15.9%
Total Passat 3,673 3,439 6.8% 12,587 12,429 1.3%
Phaeton - 3 -100.0% - 12 -100.0%
Touareg 724 468 54.7% 2,835 3,201 -11.4%
Tiguan - - N/A - - N/A
TOTAL 19,415 19,086 1.7% 69,970 69,418 0.8%
Source: Volkswagen of America, Inc.
Web site:
http://www.vw.com/
Retail Sales for Ford's New Focus Up 88 Percent, Pacing Strong Car and Crossover Results
- Ford's new Focus posted an 88 percent increase in retail sales compared with a year ago; highest April sales for Focus since 2000.
- Retail sales for mid-size sedans also were higher; Ford Fusion up 31 percent, Mercury Milan up 19 percent, and Lincoln MKZ up 20 percent; Fusion and Milan set April sales records.
- Total car retail sales up 21 percent.
- Crossover retail sales up 11 percent led by Ford Edge (up 24 percent) and Ford Escape (up 13 percent).
- Rising gas prices accelerate the industry-wide shift from trucks and SUVs to cars and crossovers.
- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 189,247, down 12 percent; retail sales were down 7 percent and daily rental sales were down 32 percent.
- Total Ford Motor Company sales (including Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volvo) totaled 200,727, down 12 percent.
DEARBORN, Mich., May 1 -- Ford's new Focus continues to defy gravity -- and
the U.S. economy -- with a 88 percent jump in retail sales versus last April and
the highest total Focus April sales since 2000.
"Focus is the right car at the right time," said Jim Farley, Ford group vice
president, Marketing and Communications. "This is the little car that delivers
in a big way for customers, with outstanding fuel economy, cool features
including SYNC, a fun drive and the right price, right along with the rest of
our newest cars and crossovers."
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars achieved a 21 percent increase in retail
sales. While Focus was the standout, the company's mid-size cars also posted
higher retail sales. Ford Fusion retail sales were up 31 percent, Mercury Milan
retail sales were up 19 percent and Lincoln MKZ retail sales were up 20 percent.
The Fusion and Milan set April sales records with total sales of 15,059 for the
Fusion and 3,809 for the Milan.
Retail sales for the company's crossovers were 11 percent higher than a year
ago, paced by the Ford Edge (up 24 percent) and Ford Escape (up 13 percent).
Retail sales for the Mercury Mariner were up 6 percent and Lincoln MKX retail
sales were up 4 percent.
Higher gas prices are accelerating the industry-wide shift from trucks and
traditional sport utility vehicles to cars and crossovers. At Ford, April sales
for sport utility vehicles were 36 percent lower than a year ago and trucks were
19 percent lower.
Lower sales to daily rental companies (down 32 percent) also contributed to
the company's sales decline. Overall, Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled
189,247, down 12 percent compared with a year ago. Retail sales to individual
customers were down 7 percent.
Total Ford Motor Company sales, including Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volvo,
totaled 200,727, down 12 percent.
Note: The sales data included in this release and the accompanying tables are
based largely on data reported by dealers representing their sales to retail and
fleet customers.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F)
, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or
distributes automobiles in 200 markets across six continents. With about 244,000
employees and about 90 plants worldwide, the company's core and affiliated
automotive brands include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Volvo and Mazda, and until
completion of their sale, Jaguar Land Rover. The company provides financial
services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding
Ford's products, please visit www.ford.com .
FORD MOTOR COMPANY APRIL 2008 U.S. SALES
----------------------------------------
April % Year-To-Date %
----- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Sales By Brand
Ford 165,997 185,553 -10.5 649,814 708,141 -8.2
Mercury 12,910 17,481 -26.1 47,345 61,354 -22.8
Lincoln 10,340 11,832 -12.6 38,811 46,959 -17.4
------ ------ ------ ------
Total Ford, Lincoln
and Mercury 189,247 214,866 -11.9 735,970 816,454 -9.9
Jaguar 1,785 1,424 25.4 5,264 5,672 -7.2
Land Rover 2,557 4,211 -39.3 11,289 14,413 -21.7
Volvo 7,138 8,122 -12.1 31,942 35,044 -8.9
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Ford Motor
Company 200,727 228,623 -12.2 784,465 871,583 -10.0
Memo: Cars and Trucks
Cars 79,913 80,732 -1.0 275,237 297,009 -7.3
Trucks 120,814 147,891 -18.3 509,228 574,574 -11.4
------- ------- ------- -------
Total Ford Motor
Company 200,727 228,623 -12.2 784,465 871,583 -10.0
FORD BRAND APRIL 2008 U.S. SALES
--------------------------------
April % Year-To-Date %
----- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Crown Victoria 5,339 7,389 -27.7 18,286 23,922 -23.6
Taurus 5,240 6,657 -21.3 21,117 23,391 -9.7
Fusion 15,059 12,303 22.4 55,109 51,981 6.0
Focus 23,850 16,626 43.5 72,920 56,463 29.1
Mustang 10,050 12,509 -19.7 34,527 47,082 -26.7
GT 0 0 NA 0 231 -100.0
- - - ---
Total Ford Cars 59,538 55,484 7.3 201,959 203,070 -0.5
Escape 15,399 14,788 4.1 59,299 54,105 9.6
Edge 10,333 9,134 13.1 46,367 33,612 37.9
Taurus X 2,261 4,893 -53.8 9,758 14,686 -33.6
Explorer 7,356 11,956 -38.5 34,994 46,679 -25.0
Expedition 5,208 8,008 -35.0 23,434 32,157 -27.1
Freestar 0 150 -100.0 0 2,176 -100.0
Econoline/Club Wagon 12,784 15,740 -18.8 49,196 62,246 -21.0
Ranger 7,585 7,499 1.1 29,182 25,990 12.3
F-Series 44,813 56,692 -21.0 192,951 228,343 -15.5
Low Cab Forward 102 205 -50.2 325 868 -62.6
Heavy Trucks 618 1,004 -38.4 2,349 4,209 -44.2
--- ----- ----- -----
Total Ford Trucks 106,459 130,069 -18.2 447,855 505,071 -11.3
------- ------- ------- -------
Total Ford Brand 165,997 185,553 -10.5 649,814 708,141 -8.2
LINCOLN AND MERCURY BRAND APRIL 2008 U.S. SALES
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April % Year-To-Date %
----- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Grand Marquis 3,201 6,514 -50.9 11,106 20,956 -47.0
Sable 1,862 2,295 -18.9 5,619 6,585 -14.7
Milan 3,809 3,365 13.2 12,686 13,601 -6.7
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Mercury Cars 8,872 12,174 -27.1 29,411 41,142 -28.5
MKZ 3,268 2,740 19.3 13,012 10,838 20.1
Town Car 1,976 3,712 -46.8 5,412 15,357 -64.8
----- ----- ----- ------
Total Lincoln Cars 5,244 6,452 -18.7 18,424 26,195 -29.7
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Mercury
and Lincoln Cars 14,116 18,626 -24.2 47,835 67,337 -29.0
Mariner 3,092 3,065 0.9 12,260 11,495 6.7
Mountaineer 946 2,135 -55.7 5,674 8,133 -30.2
Monterey 0 107 -100.0 0 584 -100.0
- --- - ---
Total Mercury Trucks 4,038 5,307 -23.9 17,934 20,212 -11.3
MKX 3,038 2,901 4.7 12,370 9,964 24.1
Navigator 1,673 1,801 -7.1 6,505 7,894 -17.6
Mark LT 385 678 -43.2 1,512 2,906 -48.0
--- --- ----- -----
Total Lincoln Trucks 5,096 5,380 -5.3 20,387 20,764 -1.8
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Mercury
and Lincoln Trucks 9,134 10,687 -14.5 38,321 40,976 -6.5
----- ------ ------ ------
Total Mercury
and Lincoln Vehicles 23,250 29,313 -20.7 86,156 108,313 -20.5
Total Lincoln Brand 10,340 11,832 -12.6 38,811 46,959 -17.4
Total Mercury Brand 12,910 17,481 -26.1 47,345 61,354 -22.8
JAGUAR BRAND APRIL 2008 U.S. SALES
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April % Year-To-Date %
----- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
XJ 259 452 -42.7 904 1,584 -42.9
XF 1,126 0 NA 2,287 0 NA
S-TYPE 94 283 -66.8 689 1,348 -48.9
X-TYPE 31 252 -87.7 356 1,052 -66.2
XK 275 437 -37.1 1,028 1,688 -39.1
--- --- ----- -----
Total Jaguar 1,785 1,424 25.4 5,264 5,672 -7.2
VOLVO BRAND APRIL 2008 U.S. SALES
---------------------------------
April % Year-To-Date %
----- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
C30 337 0 NA 1,399 0 NA
S40 1,317 1,725 -23.7 5,294 7,398 -28.4
V50 129 255 -49.4 621 977 -36.4
S60 771 1,502 -48.7 5,037 5,879 -14.3
V70 229 250 -8.4 873 1,099 -20.6
XC70 773 756 2.2 3,685 3,833 -3.9
C70 703 476 47.7 2,203 1,484 48.5
S80 988 990 -0.2 4,752 4,093 16.1
XC90 1,891 2,168 -12.8 8,078 10,281 -21.4
----- ----- ----- ------
Total Volvo 7,138 8,122 -12.1 31,942 35,044 -8.9
LAND ROVER BRAND APRIL 2008 U.S. SALES
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April % Year-To-Date %
----- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Range Rover 654 854 -23.4 2,949 3,763 -21.6
Range Rover Sport 945 1,247 -24.2 4,118 5,048 -18.4
LR3 501 808 -38.0 1,803 4,299 -58.1
LR2 457 1,302 -64.9 2,419 1,302 85.8
Freelander 0 0 NA 0 1 -100.0
- - - -
Total Land Rover 2,557 4,211 -39.3 11,289 14,413 -21.7
Source: Ford Motor Company
Web site:
http://www.ford.com/
Daimler AG Reports 22,954 Unit Sales for U.S. Passenger Vehicles for April 2008
- Mercedes-Benz USA Records April Sales of 20,271
- smart USA Records 2,683 Sales in April
NEW YORK, May 1 - Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today reported
total group sales (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 22,954 passenger
vehicles in the U.S. for April 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an
unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.
Mercedes-Benz USA
While experiencing a marginal three percent decrease in its April sales
(20,271 vs. 20,895), Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) maintained a 1.4 percent increase
for the first four months of the year (77,918 vs. 76,880), bringing year-to-date
sales to the highest level in the company's history. Highlights for the month
include significant increases in the Mercedes-Benz C-Class model line (up 33.5
percent) and the Mercedes-Benz M-Class model line (up 38.4 percent).
smart USA
smart USA continues to deliver vehicles to excited reservation holders across
the United States. Currently 68 smart centers are operational and representing
smart in the U.S. American consumer response remains strong as the company still
has well over 30,000 net reservations and dealership traffic remains strong.
Detailed vehicle sales information for MBUSA will be announced later today in
a separate press release issued by Mercedes-Benz USA.
Daimler AG U.S. Passenger Vehicles Sales Summary Through April 2008
Month Sales % Sales CYTD %
Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Mercedes-Benz USA 20,271 20,895 -3.0 77,918 76,880 1.4
smart USA 2,683 n/a* n/a* 6,159 n/a* n/a*
Mercedes-Benz USA /
smart USA combined 22,954 n/a* n/a* 84,077 n/a* n/a*
* smart sales in the U.S. started in mid January 2008
Further information on Daimler is available on the internet at
www.media.daimler.com.
About Daimler
Daimler AG, Stuttgart, with its businesses Mercedes-Benz Cars, Daimler
Trucks, Daimler Financial Services, Mercedes-Benz Vans and Daimler Buses, is a
globally leading producer of premium passenger cars and the largest manufacturer
of commercial vehicles in the world. The Daimler Financial Services division has
a broad offering of financial services, including vehicle financing, leasing,
insurance and fleet management. Daimler sells its products in nearly all the
countries of the world and has production facilities on five continents. The
company's founders, Gottlieb Daimler and Carl Benz, continued to make automotive
history following their invention of the automobile in 1886. As an automotive
pioneer, Daimler and its employees willingly accept an obligation to act
responsibly towards society and the environment and to shape the future of safe
and sustainable mobility with groundbreaking technologies and high-quality
products. The current brand portfolio includes the world's most valuable
automobile brand, Mercedes-Benz, as well as smart, AMG, Maybach, Freightliner,
Sterling, Western Star, Mitsubishi Fuso, Setra, Orion and Thomas Built Buses.
The company is listed on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt, New York and
Stuttgart (stock exchange abbreviation DAI). In 2007, the Group sold 2.1 million
vehicles and employed a workforce of over 270,000 people; revenue totaled euro
99.4 billion and EBIT amounted to euro 8.7 billion. Daimler is an automotive
Group with a commitment to excellence, and aims to achieve sustainable growth
and industry-leading profitability.
Source: Daimler AG
Hyundai Motor America Reports April Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 1- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales
of 39,280 for the month of April, a 0.4 percent increase over the same period
last year.
"In a pretty tough economy, we are pleased that sales were slightly up over
April 2007," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of
national sales. "Car buyers showed strong interest in our more fuel-efficient
vehicles. The Accent, Elantra and Sonata sold well reflecting concerns with the
overall economy and rising fuel prices."
All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage,
America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-year/100,000-mile
power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, a
7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty and 5-year/unlimited-mile
roadside assistance protection.
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a
subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed
throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced
through more than 790 dealerships nationwide.
CARLINE APR/2008 APR/2007 CY2008 CY2007 ACCENT 4,115 2,918 14,329 11,190 SONATA 11,001 10,434 35,432 40,431 ELANTRA 9,981 8,166 33,851 30,998 TIBURON 894 1,154 2,965 4,057 SANTA FE 7,252 6,743 24,943 27,982 AZERA 2,771 2,812 8,477 8,676 TUCSON 1,721 3,563 7,734 13,257 ENTOURAGE 500 2,697 2,042 5,923 VERACRUZ 1,045 650 4,845 828 TOTAL 39,280 39,137 134,618 143,342
Source: Hyundai Motor America
Toyota Reports April Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., May 1 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today
reported April sales of 217,700 vehicles, a decrease of 4.5 percent from last
April.
"Smaller vehicles are going over big," said TMS President Jim Lentz. "With
oil prices at record levels, compact cars and hybrids continue to lead the way."
The Toyota Division posted April sales of 194,350, a decrease of 2.7 percent
from last April. The Lexus Division reported April sales of 23,350 units, a
decrease of 17.1 percent from the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded April sales of 121,097 units, up 7.2
percent over the same period last year. Passenger-car sales were led by Camry,
which posted April sales of 40,016 units. Camry Hybrid reported sales of 6,678
units in April, up 40 percent over April 2007. The Prius hybrid gas-electric
mid-size sedan posted best-ever April sales of 21,757 units, an increase of 53.8
percent over last April. Yaris reported best-ever April sales of 11,434 units,
up 45.9 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division light truck sales were down 15.7 percent, with April sales of
73,253 units. Light truck sales were led by the Tacoma mid-size pickup,
reporting April sales of 15,587 units. The Tundra full-size pickup posted April
sales of 13,350 units. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of
10,008 units in April. The Highlander Hybrid gas-electric mid-size SUV reported
April sales of 2,578 units. Sequoia posted sales of 2,675 units for the month,
up 24 percent over the same period last year.
Scion posted April sales of 11,260 units, up 41.5 percent versus the year ago
month. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with April sales of 4,220 units,
an increase of 232.1 percent over last April. The tC sports coupe, in its fourth
model year, posted April sales of 4,119 units. The xD reported all-time
best-ever sales of 2,913.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported April sales of 13,766 units, a decrease of 22.1
percent from April 2007. Passenger-car sales were led by the ES entry luxury
sedan with April sales of 5,439 units. The IS entry luxury sport sedan reported
combined sales of 4,550 units. The LS flagship luxury sedan reported combined
sales of 1,992 units. Sales of the GS luxury sport sedan reported combined April
sales of 1,568 units.
Lexus Division light trucks reported April sales totaling 9,584 units, down
8.6 percent from the year-ago month. The all-new LX 570 enjoyed sales of 799
units, an increase of 207.3 percent. The RX luxury utility vehicle posted
combined April sales of 7,160 units. The RX 400h hybrid luxury utility vehicle
reported sales of 1,624 units for the month, up eight percent over the year ago
month.
TMS Hybrids
TMS calendar-year-to-date hybrid sales totaled 101,334 units. TMS posted
April sales of 32,841 hybrid vehicles, an increase of 42 percent from last
April. Toyota Division posted sales of 31,013 hybrids while Lexus Division
posted sales of 1,828 hybrids.
There were 26 selling days this month, as compared to 24 selling days last
April.
Public Web sites: http://www.toyota.com/
http://www.lexus.com/
http://www.scion.com/
TOYOTA RETAIL SALES
(INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII)
April, 2008
-- CURRENT MONTH -- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE --
DSR % DSR %
2008 2007 CHG 2008 2007 CHG
YARIS 11,434 7,232 45.9 41,811 26,418 56.7
COROLLA 32,435 32,289 -7.3 99,482 120,484 -18.2
CAMRY 40,016 37,911 -2.6 147,018 143,774 1.3
AVALON 4,195 5,791 -33.1 17,004 25,426 -33.8
PRIUS 21,757 13,056 53.8 64,664 52,738 21.4
SCION xA 8 1,454 -99.5 31 6,799 -99.5
SCION xB 4,220 1,173 232.1 15,890 9,673 62.7
SCION tC 4,119 5,333 -28.7 14,409 20,426 -30.1
SCION xD 2,913 0 - 8,816 0 -
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. PASS.
CAR 121,097 104,239 7.2 409,126 405,740 -0.2
ES 5,439 6,544 -23.3 20,599 24,594 -17.1
LS 1,992 3,182 -42.2 7,914 11,745 -33.3
SC 217 341 -41.3 860 1,295 -34.2
GS 1,568 1,887 -23.3 6,138 7,104 -14.4
IS 4,550 4,363 -3.7 16,516 16,772 -2.5
TOTAL LEXUS PASS. CAR 13,766 16,317 -22.1 52,027 61,510 -16.2
TOTAL TOYOTA PASS. CAR 134,863 120,556 3.3 461,153 467,250 -2.3
SIENNA 11,215 12,773 -19.0 45,514 47,732 -5.6
RAV4 12,773 14,495 -18.7 47,002 55,900 -16.7
FJ CRUISER 2,682 4,587 -46.0 12,557 20,632 -39.7
4RUNNER 4,490 7,093 -41.6 19,996 31,030 -36.2
HIGHLANDER 10,008 10,122 -8.7 43,676 41,505 4.2
LAND CRUISER 473 191 128.6 1,690 873 91.7
SEQUOIA 2,675 1,991 24.0 10,525 8,929 16.7
TOTAL SUV 33,101 38,479 -20.6 135,446 158,869 -15.6
4X2 TACOMA 8,648 8,813 -9.4 31,751 35,840 -12.3
4X4 TACOMA 6,939 5,958 7.5 23,612 25,259 -7.4
TOTAL TACOMA 15,587 14,771 -2.6 55,363 61,099 -10.3
TUNDRA 13,350 14,200 -13.2 54,134 43,386 23.5
TOTAL PICKUP 28,937 28,971 -7.8 109,497 104,485 3.8
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. LT
TRUCK 73,253 80,223 -15.7 290,457 311,086 -7.5
LX 799 240 207.3 2,720 1,066 152.7
GX 1,625 1,577 -4.9 6,510 6,816 -5.4
RX 7,160 7,861 -15.9 28,608 30,094 -5.9
TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT TRUCK 9,584 9,678 -8.6 37,838 37,976 -1.3
TOTAL TOYOTA LIGHT TRUCK 82,837 89,901 -14.9 328,295 349,062 -6.9
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 194,350 184,462 -2.7 699,583 716,826 -3.4
TOTAL LEXUS 23,350 25,995 -17.1 89,865 99,486 -10.6
TOTAL TOYOTA 217,700 210,457 -4.5 789,448 816,312 -4.2
MEMO:
DOM. COROLLA 26,749 28,352 -12.9 89,507 106,896 -17.1
DOM. CAMRY 39,224 33,538 8.0 143,198 115,792 22.5
DOM. PICKUP 28,937 28,971 -7.8 109,497 104,485 3.8
DOM. RX 5,145 6,044 -21.4 20,012 21,273 -6.8
SELLING DAYS 26 24 102 101
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT CAR 50,929 36,558 28.6 159,417 157,626 0.1
LEXUS IMPORT CAR 13,766 16,317 -22.1 52,027 61,510 -16.2
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT CARS 70,168 67,681 -4.3 249,709 248,114 -0.3
TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 134,863 120,556 3.3 461,153 467,250 -2.3
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT LT
TRUCK 30,426 36,488 -23.0 124,921 149,940 -17.5
LEXUS IMPORT LT TRUCK 4,439 3,634 12.8 17,826 16,703 5.7
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT LT
TRUCK 42,827 43,735 -9.6 165,536 161,146 1.7
LEXUS NA BUILT LT TRUCK 5,145 6,044 -21.4 20,012 21,273 -6.8
TOTAL TOYOTA LT TRUCK 82,837 89,901 -14.9 328,295 349,062 -6.9
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 40,003 43,570 -15.2 160,727 176,213 -9.7
Memo: Lexus Sport
Utility 9,584 9,678 -8.6 37,838 37,976 -1.3
SMALL VANS 11,215 12,773 -19.0 45,514 47,732 -5.6
PICKUPS 28,937 28,971 -7.8 109,497 104,485 3.8
* NORTH AMERICAN BUILT
VEHICLES
COROLLA 26,749 28,352 -12.9 89,507 106,896 -17.1
CAMRY 39,224 33,538 8.0 143,198 115,792 22.5
AVALON 4,195 5,791 -33.1 17,004 25,426 -33.8
SIENNA 11,215 12,773 -19.0 45,514 47,732 -5.6
PICKUP 28,937 28,971 -7.8 109,497 104,485 3.8
SEQUOIA 2,675 1,991 24.0 10,525 8,929 16.7
RX 5,145 6,044 -21.4 20,012 21,273 -6.8
TOTAL 118,140 117,460 -7.2 435,257 430,533 0.1
N.A. VEHICLES % OF TOTAL 54.3% 55.8% 55.1% 52.7%
SELLING DAYS 26 24 102 101
DSR = DAILY SELLING RATE
Source: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Web site:
http://www.toyota.com/
http://www.lexus.com/
http://www.scion.com/
BMW Group Reports April Sales
BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) US sales up 9.6 percent in April. Year-to-date sales are down 4 percent.
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., May 1 - The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI
combined) today reported April vehicle sales of 31,448, an increase of 9.6
percent from the 28,692 vehicles sold in the same month of 2007. For the first
four months of 2008, BMW Group sales are still down 4.0 percent, to 99,977
vehicles versus the 104,125 sold January through April of 2007.
Among other factors, April sales results were positively affected by new
products all launched this spring (BMW M3, BMW X6, BMW 1 Series, MINI Clubman).
BMW Brand Sales
BMW brand sales were up 5.6 percent, to 26,735 vehicles compared to 25,310
vehicles sold in April 2007. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales of 85,100 vehicles
compared to the 92,670 reported in the same period a year ago, a decline of 8.2
percent.
BMW Automobile Sales
Monthly sales of BMW brand automobiles increased 3.2 percent in April, to
20,930 versus 20,290 in 2007. Year-to-date, BMW automobile sales are down 6.7
percent to 67,083 versus 71,906 reported in the same period last year.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicles
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles were up 15.6 percent for the month, to
5,805 vehicles compared to the 5,020 reported in April 2007. Year-to-date, BMW
SAV sales are down 13.2 percent to 18,017 vehicles from 20,764 in 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported a 39.4 percent increase in April sales, to 4,713 cars
compared to 3,382 cars sold in the same period a year ago. MINI USA also
reported sales of 14,877 for the first four months of 2008, an increase of 29.9
percent over the 11,455 sold in the same period a year ago.
Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, April 2008
April April % YTD YTD %
2008 2007 2008 2007
BMW brand 26,735 25,310 5.6 85,100 92,670 -8.2
BMW passenger cars 20,930 20,290 3.2 67,083 71,906 -6.7
BMW light trucks (SAVs) 5,805 5,020 15.6 18,017 20,764 -13.2
MINI brand 4,713 3,382 39.4 14,877 11,455 29.9
TOTAL Group 31,448 28,692 9.6 99,977 104,125 -4.0
BMW Certified Pre-Owned
CPO sales were up 25.4 percent in April, to 9,237 over the 7,368 reported in
the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the division reported sales of 34,461
automobiles, an increase of 30.7 percent, compared to the 26,376 vehicles
reported in the first four months of 2007.
BMW Group In America
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003. The BMW
Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial
service organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles, including
motorcycles, the MINI brand, and the Rolls-Royce brand of Motor Cars;
DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a technology office in
Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country. BMW
Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group's global
manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all Z4
models, X5 Sports Activity Vehicles and X6 Sport Activity Coupes. The BMW Group
sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 338 BMW
passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 142 BMW
motorcycle retailers, 82 MINI passenger car dealers, and 30 Rolls-Royce Motor
Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group's sales headquarters for
North, Central and South America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
Information about BMW Group products is available to consumers via the
Internet at:
www.bmwgroupna.com
www.bmwusa.com
www.bmwmotorcycles.com
www.miniusa.com
www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com
Sales BMW of North America, LLC, April 2008
YTD YTD
April 08 April 07 % April 08 April 07 %
1 Series 1125 0 2621 0
3 Series 11,401 13,142 -13.2% 38,414 46,335 -17.1%
Z4 Roadster and Coupe 1,021 911 12.1% 2,680 2,817 -4.9%
5 Series 4,783 3,592 33.2% 15,673 14,720 6.5%
6 Series 1,006 802 25.4% 2,422 2,723 -11.1%
7 Series 1,594 1,843 -13.5% 5,273 5,311 -0.7%
BMW passenger cars 20,930 20,290 3.2% 67,083 71,906 -6.7%
X3 1,777 2,307 -23.0% 5,967 8,981 -33.6%
X5 3,373 2,713 24.3% 11,395 11,783 -3.3%
X6 655 0 655 0
BMW light trucks (SAVs) 5,805 5,020 15.6% 18,017 20,764 -13.2%
BMW brand 26,735 25,310 5.6% 85,100 92,670 -8.2%
Cooper Hardtop 3,083 2,716 13.5% 10,250 9,282 10.4%
Cooper Convertible 651 666 -2.3% 1,880 2,173 -13.5%
Cooper Clubman 979 0 2,747 0
MINI brand 4,713 3,382 39.4% 14,877 11,455 29.9%
TOTAL BMW of North
America, LLC 31,448 28,692 9.6% 99,977 104,125 -4.0%
Journalist note: Information about the BMW Group and its products is
available to journalists on-line at the BMW Group PressClub at the following
address: www.press.bmwgroup.com. Broadcast quality video footage is available
via The NewsMarket at www.thenewsmarket.com.
Source: BMW of North America, LLC
Web site:
http://www.bmwgroupna.com/
Mazda Reports Best April Since 1995 With 12.8 Percent Sales Increase
IRVINE, Calif., May 1 -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today
reported a double-digit increase in sales for April with 23,760 units sold in
the U.S., a 12.8 percent increase over last year. Year-to-date sales are up 1.3
percent with 101,391 vehicles sold.
MAZDA3, fresh off being named one of the "2008 Coolest New Cars Under
$18,000" by Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com, reported sales of 9,234 units, up 14.8
percent.
Redesigned for 2008, the MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle reported its best-ever
April with 2,011 units sold, accounting for a 65.7 percent increase, while
MAZDA6 reported a 15.9 percent increase with sales of 4,856 units.
Mazda's crossover SUV lineup continues its strong sales momentum. The winner
of the 2008 North American Truck of the Year and 2008 Motor Trend Sport/Utility
of the Year, CX-9, reported sales of 2,216 units, up 24.8 percent versus last
year. CX-7 recorded 2,334 units sold while Tribute sold 1,192 units in April, up
58.1 percent. Combined, the Mazda crossover SUV lineup reported year-to-dates
sales of 25,703 units, up nearly 25 percent versus last year.
"Having the right vehicles at the right price, at the right time, is driving
our sales success this month and this year," said Jim O'Sullivan, President and
CEO, MNAO. "We anticipated the possibility of rising gas prices with a very
strong lineup of fuel efficient vehicles which appeal to consumers' dramatically
changing lifestyles."
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) celebrated its best-ever April with sales of
1,627 vehicles, up 41 percent versus last year. On a year-to-date basis, MMdM
reported 6,656 total sales, accounting for a 40 percent increase.
Mazda Canada, Inc. reported sales of 9,115 units, down 11.9 percent, while
its year-to-date sales are up 2.2 percent with 28,712 vehicles sold.
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Mazda North American Operations oversees the
sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the
United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico through nearly 900 dealers.
Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada, Inc., located in Ontario; in
Mexico by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and in Puerto Rico by Mazda de
Puerto Rico in San Juan.
Mazda North American Operations - April
2008
Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
April April % April April %
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
Mazda3 9,234 8,046 14.8% 36,310 39,973 (9.2)%
Mazda5 2,011 1,214 65.7% 8,490 5,762 47.3%
Mazda6 4,856 4,189 15.9% 24,450 24,362 0.4%
MX-5 Miata 1,441 1,663 (13.3)% 4,685 6,036 (22.4)%
RX-8 327 474 (31.0)% 1,238 2,205 (43.9)%
Protege - - N/A - - N/A
CX-7 2,334 2,740 (14.8)% 11,461 12,680 (9.6)%
CX-9 2,216 1,776 24.8% 8,939 5,470 63.4%
Tribute 1,192 754 58.1% 5,303 2,457 115.8%
B-Series Truck 149 203 (26.6)% 515 1,070 (51.9)%
MPV - 1 (100.0)% - 121 (100.0)%
Total Vehicles
CARS 17,869 15,586 14.6% 75,173 78,338 (4.0)%
TRUCKS 5,891 5,474 7.6% 26,218 21,798 20.3%
TOTAL 23,760 21,060 12.8% 101,391 100,136 1.3%
MEMO:
IMPORT CAR 13,013 11,397 14.2% 50,723 53,976 (6.0)%
IMPORT TRUCK 4,550 4,517 0.7% 20,400 18,271 11.7%
IMPORT TOTAL 17,563 15,914 10.4% 71,123 72,247 (1.6)%
DOMESTIC CAR 4,856 4,189 15.9% 24,450 24,362 0.4%
DOMESTIC TRUCK 1,341 957 40.1% 5,818 3,527 65.0%
DOMESTIC TOTALS 6,197 5,146 20.4% 30,268 27,889 8.5%
Note: MPV & Protege are discontinued vehicles.
Source: Mazda North American Operations
Web site:
http://www.mazdausa.com/
Nissan North America Announces April Sales
NASHVILLE, Tenn., May 1 -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported
sales of 75,855 units in April, an increase of 4,731 vehicle sales compared with
April 2007.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
- Nissan-brand vehicles saw sales of 66,318 units in April, compared with
61,179 during April 2007. Adjusted for a difference in the number of
in selling days, this represents a 0.1 percent increase.
- Versa posted its best April with sales of 6,865, up 26.4 percent on a
daily sales rate basis from April 2007.
- Nissan passenger car sales showed a 16.7 percent sales increase in
April to 41,943 units sold versus 33,166 units sold in April 2007. On
a daily sales rate basis, Altima sales were up 28.1 percent and Sentra
sales increased 25.5 percent in April 2008 compared with last year.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
- Infiniti sales reached 9,537 units in April, 408 units less than in
April 2007. Adjusted for the number of selling days, this represented
an 11.5 percent decline.
- The G37 Coupe posted a 50.4 percent gain in April over a year ago with
sales of 1,928 units in 2008 compared with 1,183 sales in April 2007.
- The Infiniti EX, the brand's newest entry in the luxury crossover
segment, was the Division's best-selling truck in April with 949 units
sold.
NNA INFORMATION
- Combined sales for Nissan and Infiniti of 75,855, compared with last
April's sales of 71,124 units, marked a decrease of 1.6 percent on a
daily sales rate basis
In North America, NNA's operations include automotive styling, engineering,
consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and
manufacturing. More information on NNA and the complete line of Nissan and
Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissannews.com.
NISSAN DIVISION SALES
April April Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Nissan Division
Total 66,318 61,179 0.1 303,530 307,615 -2.3
Versa 6,865 5,013 26.4 26,374 21,208 23.1
Sentra 8,842 6,502 25.5 34,206 32,325 4.8
Altima 22,630 16,309 28.1 99,037 90,338 8.6
Maxima 2,398 3,504 -36.8 15,394 17,101 -10.9
350Z 1,208 1,838 -39.3 4,479 7,096 -37.5
Total Car 41,943 33,166 16.7 179,490 168,068 5.7
Frontier 3,527 5,230 -37.7 17,054 22,440 -24.7
Titan 2,407 4,922 -54.9 13,762 23,769 -42.7
Xterra 1,916 3,045 -41.9 12,119 18,653 -35.7
Pathfinder 2,418 4,089 -45.4 13,248 20,240 -35.2
Armada 1,082 2,344 -57.4 6,551 11,186 -42.0
Rogue 5,814 NA NA 23,345 NA NA
Murano 5,737 6,316 -16.2 31,210 32,733 -5.6
Quest 1,474 2,067 -34.2 6,751 10,525 -36.5
Total Truck 24,375 28,013 -19.7 124,040 139,547 -12.0
North American
Produced 53,559 53,025 -6.8 244,496 267,786 -9.6
Car 40,735 31,328 20.0 175,011 160,972 7.7
Truck 12,824 21,697 -45.4 69,485 106,814 -35.6
Import 12,759 8,154 44.4 59,034 39,829 46.8
Car 1,208 1,838 -39.3 4,479 7,096 -37.5
Truck 11,551 6,316 68.8 54,555 32,733 65.0
INFINITI DIVISION
SALES
April April Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Infiniti Division
Total 9,537 9,945 -11.5 42,070 42,490 -2.0
G Sedan 3,692 4,491 -24.1 16,952 19,813 -15.3
G Coupe 1,928 1,183 50.4 7,600 4,174 80.3
M 1,427 1,872 -29.6 6,184 8,136 -24.7
Q45 0 2 NA 0 17 NA
QX56 741 823 -16.9 3,506 3,322 4.5
EX 949 NA NA 4,010 NA NA
FX 800 1,574 -53.1 3,818 7,027 -46.2
Total Car 7,047 7,548 -13.8 30,736 32,141 -5.3
Total Truck 2,490 2,397 -4.1 11,334 10,349 8.4
COMBINED NISSAN AND
INFINITI SALES
April April Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
TOTAL VEHICLE 75,855 71,124 -1.6 345,600 350,105 -2.3
Total Car 48,990 40,714 11.1 210,226 200,209 -3.1
Total Truck 26,865 30,410 -18.5 135,374 149,896 -16.6
Selling Days 26 24 102 101
*All numbers include Hawaii.
Source: Nissan North America, Inc.
Subaru Reports Record April Retail Sales
All model lines up significantly
- 22% gain in Retail sales -
CHERRY HILL, N.J., May 1 - Subaru of America, Inc. today reported April sales
of 16,771 total units -- a record for the month of April. Retail sales were up
22% over the same month in 2007, driven by strong consumer demand.
Both the Forester and Legacy model lines recorded substantial gains over the
same period last year. The newly introduced 2009 model year Subaru Forester was
up 49 percent while the Subaru Legacy was up 32 percent. Sales of all Subaru
model lines were up while Forester and Impreza totals represent records for the
month of April.
Model 2008 April % v 2007 Total Legacy 1,890 +32% Total Outback 4,137 +1% (incl. Legacy Wagon) Total Impreza 4,010 +16% Total Forester 5,339 +49% Total Tribeca 1,395 +29% Total 16,771
"I'd like to thank our Subaru Retailers for a record April performance and
their fourth month of retail sales growth this year," said Tim Colbeck, vice
president of sales for Subaru of America. "It is nice to see growth in each of
our car lines, especially in a tough economy. Our all-new Forester is off to a
great start and to add to the excitement it just won a Crossover SUV comparison
with its competitors in the June edition of Motor Trend. With these strong
products and dealers we are well positioned to continue to build on these
successful results."
About Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries
Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company markets and
distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive vehicles, parts and accessories
through a network of nearly 600 dealers across the United States. Subaru makes
the best-selling All-Wheel Drive car sold in America based on R.L. Polk & Co.
new vehicle retail registration statistics calendar year-end 2005. For
additional information visit
http://www.subaru.com/.
5/1/2008 APRIL MONTH END SALES/INVENTORY COMPARISON 2008 VS 2007
Apr-08 Apr-07
NAT'L Apr-08 % CHG Apr-07 YTD % CHG YTD
Total Sales 16771 22% 13786 57652 2% 56764
Dealer Inventory 38060 37395 38060 37395
LEGACY
Total Legacy 1890 32% 1429 7015 19% 5915
OUTBACK
Total Outback
w/Legacy wagon 4137 1% 4076 15736 -12% 17784
IMPREZA
Total Impreza Sedan AWD 1886 -14% 2186 6854 -15% 8025
Total Impreza Wagon 2124 67% 1269 8335 71% 4879
Grand Total Impreza 4010 16% 3455 15189 18% 12904
FORESTER
Grand Total Forester 5339 49% 3580 15327 5% 14596
TRIBECA
Grand Total Tribeca 1395 29% 1081 4384 -6% 4687
Source: Subaru of America, Inc.
Web site:
http://www.subaru.com/
Chrysler LLC Reports April 2008 Sales; Fuel-Efficient Compact Vehicle Sales Set New April Record
- The fuel-efficient Dodge Caliber, Jeep(R) Compass and Jeep Patriot set new compact vehicle April sales record
- Chrysler Sebring Convertible sales take off as spring 'top-down' driving season begins
- All-new Dodge Journey launches new ad campaign 'If you can dream it, do it'
- Best-selling 'New Day' Value Package models continue to attract customers
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., May 1 - Chrysler LLC today reported total April 2008
sales of 147,751 units, which is 23 percent below the same period last year.
Overall sales were most affected by slowing truck and SUV demand and a dramatic
cut in daily rental-fleet sales. All sales figures are reported as unadjusted.
"The overall decrease in April sales, particularly of pickup trucks,
demonstrates that the auto industry continues to be under pressure from the
national economy," Vice Chairman and President Jim Press said. "Despite the
economic challenges, and concern about rising fuel prices, we continue to hear
from consumers that there is growing interest in vehicles that meet specific
needs, such as the Dodge Journey seven-passenger crossover for families and the
Dodge and Jeep fuel-efficient compact vehicles for young professionals. Our plan
is to continue to focus on meeting customers' needs, and managing our overall
inventory to best weather this slowdown."
Chrysler's lineup of compact vehicles continued to connect well with
consumers this month. Total compact vehicle sales of the fuel-efficient Dodge
Caliber, Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot, which each achieve 28 miles per gallon
or better in highway driving, reached an April record 17,977 units last month,
up 16 percent from April 2007.
As the spring "top-down" driving season begins, the Chrysler Sebring
Convertible finished the month with 2,827 units compared with April 2007 sales
of 1,447 units, a 95 percent sales increase. Also enjoying a positive month was
the Dodge Charger with sales of 13,021 units in April, a 29 percent increase
over 2007 April sales.
In April, the company launched its largest digital-advertising campaign in
Chrysler history for the all-new Dodge Journey, 'If you can dream it, do it.'
The Journey, with best-in-class fuel economy (25-mpg hwy, 4-cylinder), delivers
a unique combination of versatility and flexibility at less than $20,000. The
Journey increased sales to 6,667 units in only its third month on the market.
As a result of the success of its "New Day" packages, Chrysler will continue
to offer the popular packages in May. The packages have struck a chord with
buyers by combining the company's most sought-after features on a wide range of
vehicles at reduced prices.
The Company finished the month with 422,353 units of inventory, or a 74-day
supply. As part of a planned reduction in manufacturing and capacity, inventory
is down 13 percent compared with April 2007 when it totaled 482,786 units.
Chrysler LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru April 2008
Month Sales Vol % Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 5,376 7,558 -29% 35,787 28,493 26%
300 5,771 9,136 -37% 30,723 39,512 -22%
Crossfire 193 746 -74% 655 3,027 -78%
PT Cruiser 5,807 7,753 -25% 21,411 33,086 -35%
Aspen 2,135 1,964 9% 10,252 9,208 11%
Pacifica 665 8,583 -92% 3,358 25,015 -87%
Town & Country 10,723 15,701 -32% 45,104 52,572 -14%
CHRYSLER BRAND 30,670 51,441 -40% 147,290 190,913 -23%
Compass 2,804 3,239 -13% 13,204 15,077 -12%
Patriot 6,348 2,904 119% 23,596 5,832 305%
Wrangler 8,699 10,776 -19% 30,513 42,367 -28%
Liberty 6,642 9,543 -30% 29,689 33,906 -12%
Grand Cherokee 6,597 9,536 -31% 29,760 40,392 -26%
Commander 2,643 5,202 -49% 12,291 22,098 -44%
JEEP BRAND 33,733 41,200 -18% 139,053 159,672 -13%
Caliber 8,825 9,306 -5% 40,156 36,512 10%
Avenger 5,666 8,214 -31% 30,912 23,729 30%
Charger 13,021 10,057 29% 40,039 40,980 -2%
Viper 117 47 149% 389 200 95%
Magnum 433 2,389 -82% 5,787 10,814 -46%
Dakota 2,564 4,106 -38% 11,331 19,505 -42%
Ram P/U 24,206 31,503 -23% 93,068 122,816 -24%
Journey 6,667 0 0% 10,049 0 0%
Caravan 14,665 23,095 -37% 47,936 75,984 -37%
Durango 2,568 4,674 -45% 11,826 19,264 -39%
Nitro 3,299 5,637 -41% 18,654 25,334 -26%
Sprinter 1,317 1,208 9% 5,132 3,461 48%
DODGE BRAND 83,348 100,463 -17% 315,279 379,768 -17%
TOTAL CHRYSLER
LLC 147,751 193,104 -23% 601,622 730,353 -18%
TOTAL CAR 39,564 49,054 -19% 185,165 188,565 -2%
TOTAL TRUCK 108,187 144,050 -25% 416,457 541,788 -23%
Selling Days 26 24 102 101
About Chrysler LLC
Chrysler LLC, headquartered in Auburn Hills, Mich., produces Chrysler, Jeep(R),
Dodge and Mopar(R) brand vehicles and products. Total sales worldwide in 2007
were 2.68 million vehicles. Sales outside of North America were the highest in a
decade with an increase of 15 percent from 2006. The Company's product lineup
features some of the world's most recognizable vehicles, including the Chrysler
300, Jeep Wrangler and Dodge Charger.
Source:
Chrysler LLC
http://www.chrysler.com/
Mitsubishi Motors Reports April Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., May 1 - Mitsubishi Motors today announced total April 2008
sales of 8,878.
-- Lancer was the volume leader at 2,598. This was the best month for
Lancer sales in 7 months.
-- Galant sales were 1,402 for the month. Galant sales year-to-date are
up 16.8% compared to the first four months of 2007.
-- Eclipse Spyder sales were 803 in April, an increase of 42.4% compared
to April 2007.
-- Lancer Evolution sales were 364, up 14.5% for the month compared to
last April.
-- Consistent with the overall U.S. market, total Mitsubishi sales were
off 26.3% for April compared to April 2007 sales of 12,047.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all
manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development operations
for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes, convertibles,
sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a network of
approximately 480 dealers. For more information, contact the Mitsubishi Motors
News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit media.mitsubishicars.com.
Source: Mitsubishi Motors
Kia Motors America Announces Record April Sales
IRVINE, Calif., May 1- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced its best
sales month ever with record April sales of 30,066 units, a 15.6-percent
increase over the same period last year, and year-to-date sales of 98,280 total
units.
Kia's April growth was led by Spectra and Optima, up 4.8 percent and 89.3
percent respectively over the previous month. Rondo sales increased 118.3
percent over the same period last year with 2,583 unit sales. Rio and Spectra
continue their strong showing with 4,052 and 8,406 units sold respectively, with
increases of 23.6 and 16.7 percent.
"As consumers are looking to further stretch their dollar in the midst of
rising gasoline prices and a downward sliding economy, we are pleased to see
Kia's fuel-efficient and dynamic product line continue to appeal to new car
buyers," said Byung Mo Ahn, group president and CEO of KMA and Kia Motors
Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG). "Kia's value-packed Rio and Spectra models
continue to outpace last year's sales and Rondo's strong showing position KMA
for another successful sales effort this year."
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia
Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of
vehicles through more than 640 dealers throughout the United States. For 2007,
KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of record U.S. sales. Kia Motors
subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high quality, safe and
dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing vehicles that are
exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to Surprise."
Kia Motors America is the "Official Automotive Partner of the NBA."
Information about Kia Motors America and its full vehicle line-up is available
at its Web site --
http://www.kia.com/. For media information, including photography, visit
http://www.kiamedia.com/.
MONTH OF APRIL YEAR-TO-DATE Model 2008 2007 2008 2007 Rio 4,052 3,279 13,150 9,588 Spectra 8,406 7,203 26,419 21,696 Optima 4,550 4,538 13,746 13,963 Amanti 235 528 791 3,266 Sportage 3,960 3,695 13,746 15,410 Sorento 2,991 2,883 7,612 12,962 Sedona 3,289 2,698 10,580 18,622 Rondo 2,583 1,183 12,236 4,103 Total 30,066 26,007 98,280 99,610
Source: Kia Motors America
Web site:
http://www.kia.com/
February
Mazda Reports Continued Strong Sales in February
- Sales up 6.7 Percent; CX-9, MAZDA5 and Tribute lead the way -
- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported another strong sales month with 23,548 units sold in the U.S., a 6.7 percent increase compared to last February. Year-to-date sales of 44,760 are up 8.4 percent year-over-year.
Mazda's crossover SUV lineup is taking the industry by storm. The winner of the 2008 North American Truck of the Year and 2008 Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year, CX-9, reported sales of 2,200 units, up 88.4 percent versus last year. CX-7 recorded 3,185 units sold, up 7.9 percent, and Tribute sold 1,386 units in February. Combined, the Mazda crossover SUV lineup recorded sales of 6,771 in February, up 49.7 percent versus last February and up 59.5 percent year-to-date.
The MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle, which has been freshened for 2008, sold 2,021 units, a 29.1 percent increase, and the best month for the vehicle since March, 2006. January sales were led in volume by MAZDA3, which reported sales of 7,893 units.
"The economic outlook remains in doubt, with increasing crude oil prices, continued consumer uncertainty and further concern in housing causing consumers to think twice before purchasing big-ticket items like a new car," said Jim O'Sullivan, President and CEO, MNAO. "Mazda sales continue to buck the trend across the industry, though, with our focus on selling the right cars and SUVs at the right price, and through the right dealers."
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) continues its string of impressive sales with 1,667 vehicles sold, up 43 percent versus last year. On a year-to-date basis, MMdM reported 3,517 total sales. Mazda Canada, Inc. reported February sales of 5,810 units, up 12.4 percent, and their best-ever February. Additionally, Mazda Canada reported best-ever February sales for MAZDA5, MX-5 and B-Series. Year-to-date, MCI reports 10,542 vehicles sold, up 9.3 percent.
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Mazda North American Operations oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico through nearly 900 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada, Inc., located in Ontario; in Mexico by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and in Puerto Rico by Mazda de Puerto Rico in San Juan.
Mazda North American Operations - February
2008
Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
February February % February February %
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
Mazda3 7,893 8,666 (8.9)% 14,472 16,309 (11.3)%
Mazda5 2,021 1,565 29.1% 3,720 2,888 28.8%
Mazda6 5,527 5,557 (0.5)% 11,860 10,543 12.5%
MX-5 Miata 924 1,107 (16.5)% 1,584 2,092 (24.3)%
RX-8 319 492 (35.2)% 579 994 (41.8)%
Protege - - N/A - - N/A
CX-7 3,185 2,951 7.9% 5,740 5,717 0.4%
CX-9 2,200 1,168 88.4% 4,050 1,250 224.0%
Tribute 1,386 402 244.8% 2,544 762 233.9%
B-Series Truck 93 151 (38.4)% 211 634 (66.7)%
MPV - 1 (100.0)% - 119 (100.0)%
Total Vehicles
CARS 16,684 17,387 (4.0)% 32,215 32,826 (1.9)%
TRUCKS 6,864 4,673 46.9% 12,545 8,482 47.9%
TOTAL 23,548 22,060 6.7% 44,760 41,308 8.4%
MEMO:
IMPORT CAR 11,157 11,830 (5.7)% 20,355 22,283 (8.7)%
IMPORT TRUCK 5,385 4,120 30.7% 9,790 7,086 38.2%
IMPORT TOTAL 16,542 15,950 3.7% 30,145 29,369 2.6%
DOMESTIC CAR 5,527 5,557 (0.5)% 11,860 10,543 12.5%
DOMESTIC TRUCK 1,479 553 167.5% 2,755 1,396 97.3%
DOMESTIC TOTALS 7,006 6,110 14.7% 14,615 11,939 22.4%
Note: MPV & Protege are discontinued vehicles.
Source: Mazda North American Operations
BMW Group Reports February Sales
BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) sales slightly behind by 1.8 percent for the month. MINI brand sales up 44.2 percent for February.
-- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) today reported February vehicle sales of 24,190, slightly down by 1.8 percent from the 24,642 vehicles sold in the same month of 2007. Year-to-date, BMW Group sales are down 11.5 percent, to 41,125 vehicles versus the 46,453 sold in the first two months of 2007.
The result reflects BMW Group's expectations for the month. Upcoming new products like the BMW 1 Series Coupe and Convertible, BMW's Sports Activity Coupe X6, and the new twin-turbo charged Advanced Diesel engines for the 3 Series and the X5 all arriving later this year will push sales volumes again. MINI continues its success story in the U.S. with the launch of its third variant - the all new MINI Clubman - which hit the showrooms in February.
BMW Brand Sales
BMW brand sales were down 6.7 percent, to 20,775 vehicles compared to 22,274 vehicles sold during February 2007. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales of 35,250 vehicles compared to the 42,035 reported in the same period a year ago, a decrease of 16.1 percent.
BMW Automobile Sales
Monthly sales of BMW brand automobiles decreased 8.5 percent in February, to 15,869 versus 17,342 in 2007. For the first two months combined, BMW automobile sales decreased 18.1 percent to 26,922 versus 32,870 reported in the same period last year.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicles
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles were slightly down 0.5 percent for the month, to 4,906 vehicles compared to the 4,932 reported last February. Year-to-date, BMW SAV sales are down 9.1 percent to 8,328 vehicles from 9,165 in 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported a 44.2 percent increase in February sales, to 3,415 cars compared to 2,368 cars sold in the same period a year ago. MINI USA also reported sales of 5,875 for the first two months of 2008, an increase of 33.0 percent over the 4,418 sold in the same period a year ago.
Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, February 2008
Feb Feb YTD YTD
2008 2007 % 2008 2007 %
BMW brand 20,775 22,274 -6.7 35,250 42,035 -16.1
BMW passenger
cars 15,869 17,342 -8.5 26,922 32,870 -18.1
BMW light trucks
(SAVs) 4,906 4,932 -0.5 8,328 9,165 -9.1
MINI brand 3,415 2,368 44.2 5,875 4,418 33.0
TOTAL Group 24,190 24,642 -1.8 41,125 46,453 -11.5
BMW Certified Pre-Owned
CPO sales were up 45.7 percent in February, to 8,311 over the 5,706 reported in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the division reported sales of 15,624 automobiles, an increase of 39.9 percent, compared to the 11,170 vehicles reported in the first two months of 2007.
BMW Group In America
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003. The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and the Rolls-Royce brand of Motor Cars; DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group's global manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all Z4 models and X5 Sports Activity Vehicles and the upcoming X6 Sport Activity Coupe. The BMW Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 338 BMW passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 142 BMW motorcycle retailers, 82 MINI passenger car dealers, and 30 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group's sales headquarters for North, Central and South America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
Information about BMW Group products is available to consumers via the Internet at:
www.bmwgroupna.com
www.bmwusa.com
www.bmwmotorcycles.com
www.miniusa.com
www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com
Sales BMW of North America, LLC, February 2008
YTD YTD
Feb 08 Feb 07 % Feb 08 Feb 07 %
3 Series 8,943 11,735 -23.8% 15,787 21,934 -28.0%
Z4 Roadster and Coupe 524 566 -7.4% 887 1,038 -14.5%
5 Series 4,442 3,482 27.6% 7,213 6,813 5.9%
6 Series 458 544 -15.8% 823 1,067 -22.9%
7 Series 1,502 1,015 48.0% 2,212 2,018 9.6%
BMW passenger cars 15,869 17,342 -8.5% 26,922 32,870 -18.1%
X3 1,367 2,015 -32.2% 2,458 3,802 -35.3%
X5 3,539 2,917 21.3% 5,870 5,363 9.5%
BMW light trucks (SAVs) 4,906 4,932 -0.5% 8,328 9,165 -9.1%
BMW brand 20,775 22,274 -6.7% 35,250 42,035 -16.1%
Cooper Hardtop 2,258 1,957 15.4% 4,415 3,626 21.8%
Cooper Convertible 454 411 10.5% 757 792 -4.4%
Cooper Clubman 703 0 703 0
MINI brand 3,415 2,368 44.2% 5,875 4,418 33.0%
TOTAL BMW of North
America, LLC 24,190 24,642 -1.8% 41,125 46,453 -11.5%
Journalist note: Information about the BMW Group and its products is available to journalists on-line at the BMW Group PressClub at the following address: www.press.bmwgroup.com. Broadcast quality video footage is available via The NewsMarket at www.thenewsmarket.com.
Source: BMW of North America, LLC
Web site:
http://www.bmwusa.com/
Nissan North America Announces February Sales
-- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported sales of 86,219 units in February versus 85,218 units in February 2007, down 2.9 percent on a daily sales rate basis.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
-- Nissan-brand vehicles saw sales of 76,151 units, a 3.2 percent decrease
on a daily sales rate basis compared with last year's 75,514 units
sold. On a total monthly volume basis, February 2008 was the best
February sales month on record. Excluding fleet sales, February sales
were up 2.9 percent on a daily sales rate basis.
-- The all-new Murano crossover saw a record February, with sales of
10,074 units, in its first full month on sale.
-- The Rogue crossover continued to see solid sales, with 5,223 units
sold.
-- The Versa subcompact experienced a record February with sales of 5,708
units, as did the Altima family of midsize vehicles, with sales of
23,363 units.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
-- Infiniti sales declined by 0.4 percent on a daily sales rate basis,
with 10,068 units sold, as compared with last February's 9,704 units.
Infiniti also posted a record February in 2008 in terms of total
monthly sales volume. Excluding fleet sales, sales were up 2.1 percent
on a daily sales rate basis.
-- Sales of the G Coupe increased 79.7 percent versus the prior year, with
sales of 1,657 units.
-- The all-new EX crossover sold 919 units in its second month on the
market.
NNA INFORMATION
-- Combined sales for Nissan and Infiniti of 86,219, compared with last
February's sales of 85,218 units, marked a decrease of 2.9 percent on a
daily sales rate basis but achieved a record February on a volume
basis.
In North America, NNA's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on NNA and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissannews.com.
NISSAN DIVISION SALES
February February Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Nissan Division
Total 76,151 75,514 -3.2 144,112 149,194 -5.3
Versa 5,708 5,125 6.9 11,317 9,622 15.3
Sentra 7,309 8,291 -15.4 14,479 16,169 -12.2
Altima 23,363 22,114 1.4 44,998 46,508 -5.2
Maxima 4,540 4,224 3.2 8,337 8,417 -2.9
350Z 1,092 1,495 -29.9 1,963 2,697 -28.7
Total Car 42,012 41,249 -2.2 81,094 83,413 -4.7
Frontier 4,661 5,136 -12.9 8,725 9,956 -14.1
Titan 3,794 6,058 -39.9 7,486 11,284 -35.0
Xterra 3,548 4,850 -29.8 7,062 9,904 -30.1
Pathfinder 3,765 4,999 -27.7 6,698 9,828 -33.2
Armada 1,851 2,571 -30.9 3,528 5,160 -33.0
Rogue 5,223 NA NA 10,658 NA NA
Murano 10,074 8,100 19.4 15,763 14,595 5.8
Quest 1,223 2,551 -54.0 3,098 5,054 -39.9
Total Truck 34,139 34,265 -4.4 63,018 65,781 -6.1
North American
Produced 59,762 65,919 -13.0 115,728 131,902 -14.0
Car 40,920 39,754 -1.2 79,131 80,716 -3.9
Truck 18,842 26,165 -30.9 36,597 51,186 -29.9
Import 16,389 9,595 64.0 28,384 17,292 60.9
Car 1,092 1,495 -29.9 1,963 2,697 -28.7
Truck 15,297 8,100 81.3 26,421 14,595 77.4
INFINITI DIVISION SALES
February February Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Infiniti
Division Total 10,068 9,704 -0.4 18,712 18,668 -1.8
G Sedan 4,085 4,345 -9.7 7,455 8,666 -15.7
G Coupe 1,657 885 79.7 3,208 1,655 90.0
M 1,581 1,961 -22.6 3,004 3,497 -15.8
Q45 0 5 -100.0 0 13 -100.0
QX56 941 772 17.0 1,741 1,563 9.2
EX 919 NA NA 1,609 NA NA
FX 885 1,736 -51.1 1,695 3,274 -49.3
Total Car 7,323 7,196 -2.3 13,667 13,831 -3.2
Total Truck 2,745 2,508 5.1 5,045 4,837 2.2
COMBINED NISSAN AND INFINITI SALES
February February Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
TOTAL VEHICLE 86,219 85,218 -2.9 162,824 167,862 -4.9
Total Car 49,335 48,445 -2.2 94,761 97,244 -6.5
Total Truck 36,884 36,773 -3.7 68,063 70,618 -7.5
Selling Days 25 24 50 49
*All numbers include Hawaii.
Source: Nissan North America, Inc.
American Honda Reports Record February Sales
Fit, Pilot and CR-V set monthly records
-- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted record February sales results of 115,397 Honda and Acura vehicles, an increase of 0.7 percent over February 2007, the company announced today. American Honda light trucks also posted record monthly results with sales of 52,557, up 1.9 percent. Year-to-date American Honda total vehicle sales of 213,908 were ahead of last year, but down 0.6 percent on a daily-selling-rate basis*.
The Honda Division posted its best February ever with record sales of 102,313 cars and light-trucks; an increase of 1.9 percent over year-ago results. February records for individual models included Fit sales of 4,326, up 61.8 percent; CR-V sales of 15,694, up 11.4 percent; and Pilot sales of 12,881, up 19.3 percent. The division also posted record February light-truck sales of 46,303 trucks, up 3.0 percent over last year.
"Customers wanting to upsize their fuel efficiency without downsizing vehicle utility chose Fit, Pilot and CR-V in record numbers this month," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of American Honda. "With an all-new Pilot on the horizon for June, it's great to see continued strong demand for the current model."
The Acura Division posted total vehicle sales of 13,084 units, down 8.0 percent. The MDX luxury SUV was Acura's best-selling model, with strong February sales of 4,545 and year-to-date sales of 8,527.
* The daily selling rate is calculated with 50 days year-to-date 2008,
versus 49 for 2007. February 2008 included 25 selling days, versus 24
for 2007.
American Honda Vehicle Sales For February 2008
Month-to-Date Year-to-Date
February February DSR** February February DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg. 2008 2007 % Chg.
American Honda Total 115,397 110,026 0.7% 213,908 210,816 -0.6%
Total Car Sales 62,840 60,505 -0.3% 118,185 113,917 1.7%
Total Truck Sales 52,557 49,521 1.9% 95,723 96,899 -3.2%
Honda Total Car
Sales 56,010 53,211 1.0% 105,652 99,557 4.0%
Honda Total
Truck Sales 46,303 43,157 3.0% 84,004 84,584 -2.7%
Acura Total Car
Sales 6,830 7,294 -10.1% 12,533 14,360 -14.5%
Acura Total
Truck Sales 6,254 6,364 -5.7% 11,719 12,315 -6.7%
Domestic Car Sales * 46,805 47,256 -4.9% 87,437 87,650 -2.2%
Honda Division 42,678 43,199 -5.2% 80,064 79,715 -1.6%
Acura Division 4,127 4,057 -2.3% 7,373 7,935 -8.9%
Domestic Truck Sales * 41,655 35,997 11.1% 72,472 68,985 3.0%
Honda Division 35,401 29,633 14.7% 60,753 56,670 5.1%
Acura Division 6,254 6,364 -5.7% 11,719 12,315 -6.7%
Import Car Sales 16,035 13,249 16.2% 30,748 26,267 14.7%
Honda Division 13,332 10,012 27.8% 25,588 19,842 26.4%
Acura Division 2,703 3,237 -19.8% 5,160 6,425 -21.3%
Import Truck Sales 10,902 13,524 -22.6% 23,251 27,914 -18.4%
Honda Division 10,902 13,524 -22.6% 23,251 27,914 -18.4%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY
DIVISION
Honda Division Total 102,313 96,368 1.9% 189,656 184,141 0.9%
Fit 4,326 2,566 61.8% 8,806 4,602 87.5%
Accord * 27,631 30,370 -12.7% 51,588 56,084 -9.9%
Memo: Accord
Hybrid 42 312 -87.1% 90 560 -84.3%
Civic * 23,799 20,041 14.0% 44,792 38,419 14.3%
Memo: Civic
Hybrid 1,808 1,924 -9.8% 3,553 3,707 -6.1%
S2000 254 234 4.2% 466 452 1.0%
Odyssey * 11,690 12,376 -9.3% 20,436 23,541 -14.9%
Pilot * 12,881 10,367 19.3% 21,256 19,742 5.5%
CR-V * 15,694 13,524 11.4% 31,710 27,914 11.3%
Element * 2,506 3,320 -27.5% 4,823 6,385 -26.0%
Ridgeline 3,532 3,570 -5.0% 5,779 7,002 -19.1%
Acura Division Total 13,084 13,658 -8.0% 24,252 26,675 -10.9%
RSX 0 73 1 200 -99.5%
TL * 4,127 4,057 -2.3% 7,373 7,935 -8.9%
TSX 2,295 2,769 -20.4% 4,368 5,397 -20.7%
RL 408 395 -0.8% 791 828 -6.4%
MDX * 4,545 4,330 0.8% 8,527 8,483 -1.5%
RDX * 1,709 2,034 -19.3% 3,192 3,832 -18.4%
Selling Days 25 24 50 49
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced
parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Source: American Honda Motor Co.
Web site:
http://www.hondanews.com/
http://www.acuranews.com/.
http://www.honda.com/
http://www.acura.com/
Acura Reports February Sales
-- Acura reported February sales of 13,084 units, down 8.0 percent, based on the daily selling rate,* the division announced today. Year-to-date sales reached 24,252 units.
The MDX luxury SUV was the best-selling Acura for the month, posting strong sales of 4,545, up 0.8 percent versus last February. Year-to-date MDX sales topped 8,527 units. Additionally, sales of the RDX turbocharged SUV totaled 1,709 for the month with year-to-date sales reaching 3,192.
"Our light trucks continue to shine in 2008," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of sales. "We look forward to our sedans taking off as we unveil an all-new TSX at the New York Auto Show this month and a redesigned RL and new TSX hit dealerships in the spring."
The TL performance luxury sedan lead Acura sedan sales for February with 4,127 units sold. Year-to-date TL sales totaled 7,373. The TSX sports sedan posted sales of 2,295 for February and 4,368 for the year.
* DSR based on 25 selling days in February 2008 versus 24 selling days in February 2007. Year-to-date sales based on 50 selling days in 2008 versus 49 selling days in 2007.
Month-to-Date Year-to-Date
February February DSR** February February DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg. 2008 2007 % Chg.
Acura Division Total 13,084 13,658 -8.0% 24,252 26,675 -10.9%
RSX 0 73 1 200 -99.5%
TL * 4,127 4,057 -2.3% 7,373 7,935 -8.9%
TSX 2,295 2,769 -20.4% 4,368 5,397 -20.7%
RL 408 395 -0.8% 791 828 -6.4%
MDX * 4,545 4,330 0.8% 8,527 8,483 -1.5%
RDX * 1,709 2,034 -19.3% 3,192 3,832 -18.4%
Selling Days 25 24 50 49
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced
parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Source: American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Web site: http://www.honda.com/
Kia Motors America Announces February Sales
-- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced February sales of 21,988 units and year-to-date sales of 43,343 units.
Rio and Spectra sold 2,875 units and 5,133 units respectively, both increases over the same period last year. Rondo, recently recognized as a "Best Value" on the Parents Magazine and Edmunds.com Best Family Cars list, sold 3,616 units, also an increase over the same period last year.
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 640 dealers throughout the United States. For 2007, KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of record U.S. sales. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to Surprise."
MONTH OF FEBRUARY YEAR-TO-DATE
Model 2008 2007 2008 2007
Rio 2,875 1,641 5,584 3,265
Spectra 5,133 4,545 9,991 8,818
Optima 2,806 2,906 6,792 5,107
Amanti 184 1,226 383 1,793
Sportage 3,551 3,937 6,615 7,411
Sorento 1,369 3,348 2,582 6,308
Sedona 2,454 4,981 4,554 11,928
Rondo 3,616 928 6,842 1,406
Total 21,988 23,512 43,343 46,036
Source: Kia Motors America
Web Site:
http://www.kia.com/
Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Best February on Record With 18,564 New Vehicle Sales
-- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported its highest sales volume for any February in the company's history with sales of 18,564 new vehicles, an increase of 7.3 percent over last February. This brings MBUSA's year-to-date total to 36,839 new vehicles sold, an increase of 7.2 percent over the same period in 2007.
Sales for Mercedes-Benz luxury light truck models continued strongly as a group with a 12 percent increase over February 2007 (6,061 vs. 5,414 units) and a 17.3 percent increase for the year-to-date (12,228 vs. 10,425 units). Sales of M-Class models made an impressive leap by 26.7 percent for the month (3,081 vs. 2,431 units) and 32.1 percent for the year-to-date (6,318 vs. 4,782 units). R-Class sales rose by 6.1 percent for the month and 12.8 percent for the year-to-date.
Boosted by significant increases in sales of C-Class and SLK-Class models -- 49.5 percent and 30.6 percent respectively -- sales of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars as a group increased by 5.2 percent for the month. Other highlights for the month include strong performance by the iconic SL roadster, up 2.5 percent, and the high-end CL coupe, up 7.4 percent over last February.
Separately, the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned vehicle program reported sales of 4,517 units, an increase of 15.5 percent compared to last February, bringing the certified pre-owned year-to-date total to 8,141 units, an 8.3 percent increase over the same period in 2007.
Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz products in the United States. In 2007, MBUSA achieved an all-time sales record of 253,433 new vehicles, setting the highest sales volume ever in its history and achieving 14 consecutive years of sales growth. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found on the Internet at www.mbusa.com.
MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Sales -- February 2008
February February Monthly YTD YTD Yearly
Model '08 '07 % 2008 2007 %
C-CLASS 5,781 3,868 49.5% 10,428 7,796 33.8%
E-CLASS 2,547 3,053 -16.6% 5,527 6,428 -14.0%
S-CLASS 1,533 2,128 -28.0% 3,174 4,206 -24.5%
CL-CLASS 248 231 7.4% 501 489 2.5%
SL-CLASS 365 356 2.5% 754 725 4.0%
CLK-CLASS 983 1,255 -21.7% 2,206 2,282 -3.3%
SLK-CLASS 504 386 30.6% 984 782 25.8%
CLS-CLASS 542 613 -11.6% 1,037 1,240 -16.4%
R-CLASS 928 875 6.1% 1,933 1,713 12.8%
M-CLASS 3,081 2,431 26.7% 6,318 4,782 32.1%
GL-CLASS 1,958 1,936 1.1% 3,773 3,751 0.6%
G-CLASS 94 172 -45.3% 204 179 14.0%
GRAND TOTAL 18,564 17,304 7.3% 36,839 34,373 7.2%
Source: Mercedes-Benz USA
Web site: http://www.mbusa.com/
Toyota Reports February Sales
-- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported February sales of 182,169 vehicles, a decrease of 6.6 percent from last February.
"Spurred in part by rising fuel prices, Toyota's fuel-efficient models and hybrids, the mainstay of our lineup, continue to show strength," said TMS President Jim Lentz.
The Toyota Division posted February sales of 160,892, a decrease of 6.3 percent from last February. The Lexus Division reported February sales of 21,277 units, a decrease of 9.3 percent from the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded February sales of 89,723 units, down 7.3 percent from last February. Passenger-car sales were led by Camry, which posted best-ever February sales of 34,914, an increase of 4.3 percent over the same period last year. Camry Hybrid reported sales of 4,121 units in February, up 19 percent over February 2007. The Prius hybrid gas-electric mid-size sedan posted February sales of 10,893, a decrease of 14.5 percent from last February. Yaris reported best-ever February sales of 9,758 units, up 64.3 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division light truck sales were down 4.9 percent, with February sales of 71,169 units. Light truck sales were led by the Tundra full-size pickup with best-ever February sales of 14,400, an increase of 43 percent over last February. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 10,513 in February, up 7.7 percent over the year-ago month. The Highlander Hybrid gas-electric mid-size SUV reported sales of 1,938 units for the month. Sequoia posted sales of 2,617 units for the month, up 8.7 percent over the same period last year.
Scion posted February sales of 8,883 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with February sales of 3,824 units, an increase of 28 percent over last February. The tC sports coupe, entering its fourth model year, posted February sales of 3,261 units.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported February sales of 12,203 units, a decrease of 13.2 percent from February 2007. Passenger-car sales were led by the ES 350 luxury sedan with February sales of 4,795 units. The IS 250/350 luxury sport sedan reported sales of 3,906 units, including 208 units sold of the all-new IS F luxury performance sedan. The LS 460/460 L and new LS 600h L luxury sedans reported combined sales of 1,891 units. The LS 600h L hybrid luxury sedan posted sales of 112 units for the month. The GS 350 luxury sport sedan had sales of 1,201 units, while the GS 460/450h posted combined sales of 221 units, an increase of 21.2 percent.
Lexus Division light trucks reported February sales totaling 9,074 units, a decrease of 3.5 percent from the year-ago month. The all-new LX 570 enjoyed sales of 569 units, an increase of 103.1 percent. The RX 350 and RX 400h posted combined February sales of 6,956 units. The RX 400h hybrid luxury utility vehicle reported sales of 1,148 units for the month.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted February sales of 18,289 hybrid vehicles, a decrease of seven percent from last February. Toyota Division posted sales of 16,952 hybrids while Lexus Division posted sales of 1,337 hybrids.
There were 25 selling days this month, as compared to 24 selling days last February.
TOYOTA RETAIL SALES
(INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII)
February, 2008
-- CURRENT MONTH -- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE --
DSR % DSR %
2008 2007 CHG 2008 2007 CHG
YARIS 9,758 5,702 64.3 17,424 11,572 47.6
COROLLA 21,202 28,321 -28.1 41,938 53,840 -23.7
CAMRY 34,914 32,148 4.3 66,515 63,609 2.5
AVALON 4,073 5,583 -30.0 8,228 12,112 -33.4
PRIUS 10,893 12,227 -14.5 22,272 20,526 6.3
SCION xA 10 1,722 -99.4 19 3,480 -99.5
SCION xB 3,824 2,868 28.0 7,143 5,701 22.8
SCION tC 3,261 4,366 -28.3 6,208 8,779 -30.7
SCION xD 1,788 0 - 3,385 0 -
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. PASS.
CAR 89,723 92,938 -7.3 173,132 179,620 -5.5
ES 350 4,795 5,286 -12.9 9,141 10,606 -15.5
LS 460/600h L 1,891 2,423 -25.1 3,797 5,429 -31.5
SC 430 189 282 -35.7 372 584 -37.6
GS 350 1,201 1,388 -16.9 2,471 2,756 -12.1
GS 460/450h 221 175 21.2 431 358 18.0
IS 250/350/F 3,906 3,937 -4.8 7,168 7,332 -4.2
TOTAL LEXUS PASS. CAR 12,203 13,491 -13.2 23,380 27,065 -15.3
TOTAL TOYOTA PASS. CAR 101,926 106,429 -8.1 196,512 206,685 -6.8
SIENNA 11,262 11,039 -2.1 21,668 21,888 -3.0
RAV4 10,377 11,643 -14.4 21,274 23,568 -11.5
FJ CRUISER 3,520 5,040 -33.0 6,591 9,988 -35.3
4RUNNER 4,961 7,555 -37.0 10,431 14,885 -31.3
HIGHLANDER 10,513 9,368 7.7 22,836 19,690 13.7
LAND CRUISER 394 226 67.4 854 460 81.9
SEQUOIA 2,617 2,312 8.7 4,994 4,370 12.0
TOTAL SUV 32,382 36,144 -14.0 66,980 72,961 -10.0
4X2 TACOMA 7,654 8,698 -15.5 14,013 16,176 -15.1
4X4 TACOMA 5,471 6,324 -16.9 10,176 11,909 -16.3
TOTAL TACOMA 13,125 15,022 -16.1 24,189 28,085 -15.6
TUNDRA 14,400 9,669 43.0 26,473 15,990 62.2
TOTAL PICKUP 27,525 24,691 7.0 50,662 44,075 12.6
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. LT
TRUCK 71,169 71,874 -4.9 139,310 138,924 -1.7
LX 570 569 269 103.1 1,279 556 125.4
GX 470 1,549 1,672 -11.1 3,206 3,385 -7.2
RX 350/400h 6,956 7,086 -5.8 13,711 13,630 -1.4
TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT TRUCK 9,074 9,027 -3.5 18,196 17,571 1.5
TOTAL TOYOTA LIGHT TRUCK 80,243 80,901 -4.8 157,506 156,495 -1.4
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 160,892 164,812 -6.3 312,442 318,544 -3.9
TOTAL LEXUS 21,277 22,518 -9.3 41,576 44,636 -8.7
TOTAL TOYOTA 182,169 187,330 -6.6 354,018 363,180 -4.5
MEMO:
DOM. COROLLA 20,147 25,549 -24.3 40,869 48,311 -17.1
DOM. CAMRY 33,992 24,990 30.6 64,553 47,834 32.3
DOM. PICKUP 27,525 24,691 7.0 50,662 44,075 12.6
DOM. RX 350 4,795 4,832 -4.7 9,482 8,621 7.8
SELLING DAYS 25 24 50 49
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT CAR 31,511 36,816 -17.8 59,482 71,363 -18.3
LEXUS IMPORT CAR 12,203 13,491 -13.2 23,380 27,065 -15.3
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT CARS 58,212 56,122 -0.4 113,650 108,257 2.9
TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 101,926 106,429 -8.1 196,512 206,685 -6.8
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT LT
TRUCK 29,765 33,832 -15.5 61,986 68,591 -11.4
LEXUS IMPORT LT TRUCK 4,279 4,195 -2.1 8,714 8,950 -4.6
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT LT
TRUCK 41,404 38,042 4.5 77,324 70,333 7.7
LEXUS NA BUILT LT TRUCK 4,795 4,832 -4.7 9,482 8,621 7.8
TOTAL TOYOTA LT TRUCK 80,243 80,901 -4.8 157,506 156,495 -1.4
SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 37,936 40,131 -9.3 78,585 80,544 -4.4
Memo: Lexus Sport
Utility 9,074 9,027 -3.5 18,196 17,571 1.5
SMALL VANS 11,262 11,039 -2.1 21,668 21,888 -3.0
PICKUPS 27,525 24,691 7.0 50,662 44,075 12.6
* NORTH AMERICAN BUILT
VEHICLES
COROLLA 20,147 25,549 -24.3 40,869 48,311 -17.1
CAMRY 33,992 24,990 30.6 64,553 47,834 32.3
AVALON 4,073 5,583 -30.0 8,228 12,112 -33.4
SIENNA 11,262 11,039 -2.1 21,668 21,888 -3.0
PICKUP 27,525 24,691 7.0 50,662 44,075 12.6
SEQUOIA 2,617 2,312 8.7 4,994 4,370 12.0
RX 350 4,795 4,832 -4.7 9,482 8,621 7.8
TOTAL 104,411 98,996 1.3 200,456 187,211 4.9
N.A. VEHICLES % OF TOTAL 57.3% 52.8% 56.6% 51.5%
SELLING DAYS 25 24 50 49
DSR = DAILY SELLING RATE
Source: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Web site:
http://www.toyota.com/
http://www.lexus.com/
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Ford Focus Retail Sales Up 36 Percent in February, Punctuating Solid Month for Cars, Crossovers
- Ford Focus retail sales climbed 36 percent compared with a year ago; redesigned, fuel-efficient small car - and SYNC - are appealing to younger buyers.
- Crossover demand growth continues; Ford Edge up 46 percent; Lincoln MKX up 22 percent.
- Lincoln retail sales up 2 percent.
- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 185,294, down 7 percent. Lower daily rental sales (down 20 percent) accounts for 60 percent of the decline. Retail sales down 6 percent.
- Total Ford Motor Company sales (including Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volvo) totaled 196,681, down 7 percent.
-- Ford's new Focus and SYNC are connecting with small car buyers. Focus retail sales were up 36 percent in February -- the fourth month in a row of higher retail sales.
"The new Focus and SYNC arrived at an opportune time," said Jim Farley, Ford's group vice president, Marketing and Communications. "We needed to raise awareness and consideration among younger buyers -- and Focus and SYNC are getting us back in the game."
Buyers age 16-35 account for 32 percent of retail sales for the 2008 Focus, compared with 28 percent for the previous model. Focus is one of 12 Ford, Lincoln and Mercury models equipped with SYNC, an affordable, in-car connectivity technology that fully integrates most Bluetooth-enabled cell phones and MP3 players by voice activation.
Retail car sales were 4 percent higher than a year ago paced by the Focus and the three mid-size sedans -- Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, and Lincoln MKZ -- which combined posted a retail sales increase of 7 percent.
Crossover utility vehicles continued to see higher sales in February (up 10 percent). Higher sales for the Ford Edge (up 46 percent) and Lincoln MKX (up 22 percent) led the increase in CUVs.
The MKZ and MKX helped Lincoln post higher retail sales in February (up 2 percent) although total sales were down 11 percent, reflecting lower fleet sales.
Among trucks, sales for Ford's F-Series pickup totaled 52,548, off 5 percent from a year ago. Sales for Ford's compact pickup, the Ranger, totaled 7,431, up 27 percent.
Sales for traditional sport utility vehicles continued to decline in February as combined sales for the Ford Explorer and Expedition, Mercury Mountaineer, and Lincoln Navigator were 22 percent lower than a year ago.
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 185,294, down 7 percent compared with a year ago. Lower daily rental sales (down 20 percent) accounted for 60 percent of the decline.
Total Ford Motor Company sales, including Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volvo, totaled 196,681, also down 7 percent.
North American Production
In the second quarter 2008, the company plans to produce 730,000 vehicles, a level 10 percent lower than a year ago when the company produced 811,000 vehicles. The reduction reflects the current economic conditions.
In the first quarter 2008, the company plans to produce 685,000 vehicles, unchanged from the previously announced plan.
Note: The sales data included in this release and the accompanying tables are based largely on data reported by dealers representing their sales to retail and fleet customers.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) , a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles in 200 markets across six continents. With about 245,000 employees and about 100 plants worldwide, the company's core and affiliated automotive brands include Ford, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lincoln, Mercury, Volvo and Mazda. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit www.ford.com.
FORD MOTOR COMPANY FEBRUARY 2008 U.S. SALES
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February % Year-To-Date %
-------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Sales By Brand
Ford 164,915 173,794 -5.1 295,989 305,800 -3.2
Mercury 10,806 13,843 -21.9 20,102 26,447 -24.0
Lincoln 9,573 10,763 -11.1 17,558 20,357 -13.7
----- ------ ------ ------
Total Ford, Lincoln
and Mercury 185,294 198,400 -6.6 333,649 352,604 -5.4
Jaguar 1,063 1,191 -10.7 1,727 2,581 -33.1
Land Rover 2,819 3,106 -9.2 5,678 6,539 -13.2
Volvo 7,505 8,453 -11.2 15,541 16,261 -4.4
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Ford Motor
Company 196,681 211,150 -6.9 356,595 377,985 -5.7
Memo: Cars and Trucks
Cars 64,333 70,951 -9.3 114,409 126,793 -9.8
Trucks 132,348 140,199 -5.6 242,186 251,192 -3.6
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Total Ford Motor
Company 196,681 211,150 -6.9 356,595 377,985 -5.7
FORD BRAND FEBRUARY 2008 U.S. SALES
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February % Year-To-Date %
-------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Crown Victoria 3,894 4,556 -14.5 8,325 9,980 -16.6
Taurus 4,789 6,601 -27.5 8,969 10,127 -11.4
Fusion 14,980 13,359 12.1 24,163 23,888 1.2
Focus 16,302 14,737 10.6 27,902 22,772 22.5
Mustang 7,752 10,772 -28.0 14,297 19,836 -27.9
GT 0 169 -100.0 0 231 -100.0
- --- - ---
Total Ford Cars 47,717 50,194 -4.9 83,656 86,834 -3.7
Escape 14,192 14,388 -1.4 25,383 22,796 11.3
Edge 11,638 7,977 45.9 22,526 13,563 66.1
Taurus X 2,154 3,469 -37.9 4,388 5,480 -19.9
Explorer 9,452 12,971 -27.1 16,669 21,847 -23.7
Expedition 6,296 7,501 -16.1 11,259 13,644 -17.5
Freestar 0 502 -100.0 0 1,574 -100.0
Econoline/Club Wagon 12,866 14,540 -11.5 24,199 27,061 -10.6
Ranger 7,431 5,850 27.0 12,977 10,502 23.6
F-Series 52,548 55,251 -4.9 93,673 100,170 -6.5
Low Cab Forward 70 195 -64.1 149 415 -64.1
Heavy Trucks 551 956 -42.4 1,110 1,914 -42.0
--- --- ----- -----
Total Ford Trucks 117,198 123,600 -5.2 212,333 218,966 -3.0
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Total Ford Brand 164,915 173,794 -5.1 295,989 305,800 -3.2
LINCOLN AND MERCURY BRAND FEBRUARY 2008 U.S. SALES
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February % Year-To-Date %
-------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Grand Marquis 2,549 4,413 -42.2 4,512 8,466 -46.7
Sable 938 1,480 -36.6 1,924 2,670 -27.9
Milan 2,544 2,896 -12.2 4,997 5,558 -10.1
----- ----- ----- -----
Total Mercury Cars 6,031 8,789 -31.4 11,433 16,694 -31.5
MKZ 3,531 2,263 56.0 6,243 4,472 39.6
Town Car 1,306 3,694 -64.6 1,512 6,818 -77.8
----- ----- ----- -----
Total Lincoln Cars 4,837 5,957 -18.8 7,755 11,290 -31.3
----- ----- ----- ------
Total Mercury
and Lincoln Cars 10,868 14,746 -26.3 19,188 27,984 -31.4
Mariner 3,043 2,685 13.3 5,384 5,318 1.2
Mountaineer 1,732 2,225 -22.2 3,285 4,116 -20.2
Monterey 0 144 -100.0 0 319 -100.0
- --- - ---
Total Mercury Trucks 4,775 5,054 -5.5 8,669 9,753 -11.1
MKX 2,819 2,310 22.0 5,845 4,009 45.8
Navigator 1,553 1,847 -15.9 3,218 3,635 -11.5
Mark LT 364 649 -43.9 740 1,423 -48.0
--- --- --- -----
Total Lincoln Trucks 4,736 4,806 -1.5 9,803 9,067 8.1
----- ----- ----- -----
Total Mercury
and Lincoln Trucks 9,511 9,860 -3.5 18,472 18,820 -1.8
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Mercury
and Lincoln Vehicles 20,379 24,606 -17.2 37,660 46,804 -19.5
Total Lincoln Brand 9,573 10,763 -11.1 17,558 20,357 -13.7
Total Mercury Brand 10,806 13,843 -21.9 20,102 26,447 -24.0
JAGUAR BRAND FEBRUARY 2008 U.S. SALES
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February % Year-To-Date %
-------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
XJ 225 351 -35.9 427 735 -41.9
S-TYPE 402 276 45.7 515 586 -12.1
X-TYPE 180 246 -26.8 279 515 -45.8
XK 256 318 -19.5 506 745 -32.1
--- --- --- ---
Total Jaguar 1,063 1,191 -10.7 1,727 2,581 -33.1
VOLVO BRAND FEBRUARY 2008 U.S. SALES
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February % Year-To-Date %
-------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
C30 333 0 NA 684 0 NA
S40 930 2,101 -55.7 2,449 3,472 -29.5
V50 157 223 -29.6 320 418 -23.4
S60 1,310 1,440 -9.0 3,023 2,675 13.0
V70 214 221 -3.2 381 478 -20.3
XC70 933 1,095 -14.8 1,898 1,950 -2.7
C70 471 255 84.7 846 640 32.2
S80 1,270 580 119.0 2,135 1,711 24.8
XC90 1,887 2,538 -25.7 3,805 4,917 -22.6
----- ----- ----- -----
Total Volvo 7,505 8,453 -11.2 15,541 16,261 -4.4
LAND ROVER BRAND FEBRUARY 2008 U.S. SALES
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February % Year-To-Date %
-------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Range Rover 741 820 -9.6 1,517 1,750 -13.3
Range Rover Sport 951 1,182 -19.5 1,981 2,445 -19.0
LR3 441 1,104 -60.1 820 2,343 -65.0
LR2 686 0 NA 1,360 0 NA
Freelander 0 0 NA 0 1 -100.0
- - - -
Total Land Rover 2,819 3,106 -9.2 5,678 6,539 -13.2
Source: Ford Motor Company
Web site: http://www.ford.com/
Mitsubishi Motors Reports February Sales
-- Mitsubishi Motors today announced total February 2008 sales of 9,105.
-- Galant was the volume leader at 2,424, up 16.4% from last February's
volume and up 22.2% calendar year-to-date.
-- Eclipse closed at 2,079 up 6.8% from last February's volume. This was
Eclipse's best February in six years.
-- Lancer closed at 1,647 up 48.4% for February and up 14.1% calendar
year-to-date.
-- Eclipse Spyder sales were 890, up 29.0% for the month and 58.2%
calendar year-to-date.
-- Overall Mitsubishi sales were off 6.4% for February compared to
February 2007 sales of 9,726.
Source: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Web site: http://media.mitsubishicars.com/
January
Volkswagen Reports January 2008 Sales
Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced January 2008 sales of 14,411 units, a 13.2 percent decrease from the January 2007 total of 16,610 vehicles.
Reflecting its all-season capabilities, the hardtop convertible Eos posted a 25 percent increase over January 2007. Similarly, the entry-level Rabbit and value priced New Beetle coupe each posted 10.8 percent increases over January 2007 levels.
Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. Volkswagen is one of the world's largest producers of passenger cars and Europe's largest aut