July 2009 Auto Sales
08-03-09, 07:35 AM
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July 2009 Auto Sales
DETROIT (Reuters) – The punishing four-year decline in U.S. auto sales may have reached a turning point this week -- just as Michael Papa handed over the keys to his 1996 Ford Explorer for a government-sponsored trade-in.
Papa, a Detroit-area restaurant owner, and thousands of other Americans took advantage over the past week of the U.S. government's "Cash for Clunkers" incentive of up to $4,500 to trade in older gas-guzzlers for newer, more fuel-efficient cars.
The sudden rush of demand at car dealerships long empty of customers quickly exhausted the $1 billion allocated for the program and drove U.S. auto sales to their highest level of 2009, analysts and industry executives said.
"I wasn't really looking for a new car, but that was a big incentive. That was the driving force to finally get rid of (the old car)," said Papa.
His Explorer had 150,000 miles on it and averaged 15 miles per gallon. The Ford Escape he got in return posts average fuel economy of 24 miles per gallon.
Without the incentive, "we would have waited another year until the car finally died for good," Papa said, while waiting to pick up the Escape at the Dean Sellers Ford dealership in Troy, Michigan.
Analysts see the success of the program turbocharging July auto sales, one of the earliest snapshots of pent-up consumer demand. The House of Representatives approved on Friday a $2 billion extension of the program and the Senate is expected to act on the bill.
"July industry sales appear to have received a nice boost over the past few days from the government's scrappage incentive," Barclays Capital analyst Brian Johnson said in a research note on Friday.
A Reuters poll of 12 analysts shows that U.S. July auto sales taken before the launch of the clunkers program showed a median forecast of 10 million vehicles on an annualized basis.
That would be up from 9.7 million in June and the strongest total since December's 10.3 million annualized sales rate.
Barclays' Johnson said that, if the initial $1 billion was exhausted in the past week, July's annualized sales rate could reach the 12 to 13 million vehicle range.
AutoNation Chief Executive Mike Jackson said it was too early to quantify the impact of the government incentive, but said it was certain to drive sales above 10 million and to the highest levels of the year.
"This is the kind of buyer that comes to market once in a decade. They buy these things and keep them forever," Jackson told Reuters. "It really is incremental business and that's why it's a brilliantly conceived stimulus program."
The July results are expected to support the view the auto industry has bottomed out after a downturn that forced General Motors Co and Chrysler into bankruptcy and saddled other automakers with deep losses.
The return of new car shoppers comes at a time when dealer inventories have been driven to unsustainably low levels, opening the door to further production increases.
U.S. auto sales have dropped to their lowest since the early 1980s with about 4.8 million sales in the first half of 2009. Sales totaled 13.2 million vehicles last year.
FORD SHINES
Ford Motor Co, the only U.S. automaker operating without emergency U.S. government loans, is seen posting sales declines of 5 percent to 10 percent, according to analysts.
That would be the smallest decline of the top six U.S. automakers and could support the view U.S. consumers are reacting favorably to Ford's decision to avoid a government bailout.
"In the last week, once the (Cash-for-Clunkers) program became official, the sales pace was elevated noticeably," Ford sales analyst George Pipas told Reuters.
The average value of the vouchers has been closer to $4,500 than to $3,500, suggesting the total units involved in the program would be less than the 250,000 estimate that has been widely circulated, Pipas said.
Industry tracking firm Edmunds.com expects GM to report a 20 percent drop in July sales, with Chrysler Group sales down nearly 40 percent, Toyota Motor Corp down 15 percent and Honda Motor Co Ltd down 14 percent.
GM emerged from bankruptcy on July 10 by selling most of its assets to a new company funded by the U.S. Treasury. Chrysler exited bankruptcy in June by completing a similar sale to a group led by Italy's Fiat SpA.
Chrysler last week started offering sales incentives of up to $4,500 per vehicle, or zero-percent financing for six years, in a bid to increase demand post-bankruptcy.
"Value is the primary motivator for most sales today," said Jesse Toprak, an analyst at Edmunds.com. "Glimmers of hope about the economy and the buzz generated by the Cash-for- Clunkers program are also working in the auto industry's favor."
(Reporting by Soyoung Kim, additional reporting by Kevin Krolicki and David Bailey; editing by Gunna Dickson and Andre Grenon)
08-03-09, 08:15 AM
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Ford to post 1st monthly sales increase in 2 years
CHICAGO
Surging demand from the government's "cash for clunkers" program has helped lift Ford Motor Co. to its first monthly increase in two years, the company's top sales analyst says.
July sales results mark the first year-over-year gain for Ford since November 2007 and apparently the first uptick by any of the six biggest carmakers since last August, George Pipas said Sunday.
He declined to disclose a specific total before sales results are officially reported on Monday. Dearborn, Mich.-based Ford sold a total of 161,071 vehicles in July 2008, down 15 percent from a year earlier.
The increase further testifies to the successful reception of the government rebate program, which President Barack Obama signed into law June 24 as part of a broad $106 billion spending bill.
"We were having a good month -- and Ford's been having some good months lately -- but the (clunkers) program really put us over the top for sure," Pipas said in a telephone interview.
The government's Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) was designed to get old, polluting vehicles off the road and scrapped while helping car dealers emerge from the recession. Owners of gas-guzzlers could receive rebates of $3,500 or $4,500 toward the purchase of a new fuel-efficient car. The program proved wildly popular and led to the sale of 250,000 new vehicles in just days.
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said Sunday he expects the current $1 billion pool, which had been expected to last until November, to be exhausted by the end of this weekend. The House on Friday approved an additional $2 billion, shifting funds from a renewable energy loan program, and the Obama administration is pressing the Senate to go along before its summer vacation begins at week's end. If the Senate does not approve the additional funding, the progam will have to be suspended.
Improved sales at Ford and elsewhere may be another sign that the economy has either bottomed out or is nearing a bottom. The government reported Friday that the economy shrank at a pace of just 1 percent in the second quarter, better than analysts anticipated and much better than the 6.4 percent decline seen in the first three months of the year, which marked the steepest slide in nearly 30 years.
Pipas said the July sales increase is "some indication that consumers are getting their feet on the ground again. ... I think it indicates that maybe the worst is behind us, sales-wise."
The July sales also make it the ninth month in the last 10 that Ford has posted a gain in market share, he said.
Pipas said that is evidence of the success of the company's new products -- the Fusion and the Fusion hybrid, the Escape, the redesigned Focus, the Mercury Mariner and the Mercury Milan -- all of them among its most fuel-efficient vehicles.
July auto sales overall are expected to decline about 16 percent year-over-year, according to the automotive Web site Edmunds.com. For the first half of the year, U.S. sales were down 35 percent. But results due out Monday are expected to show that July was 11 percent better than June and the strongest month of the year.
Several analysts are predicting that July sales will exceed an annual rate of 10 million for the first time in 2009, a sign that the economy is starting the modest recovery predicted for the second half of the year.
http://www.businessweek.com/ap/finan.../D99RBQPO0.htm
CHICAGO
Surging demand from the government's "cash for clunkers" program has helped lift Ford Motor Co. to its first monthly increase in two years, the company's top sales analyst says.
July sales results mark the first year-over-year gain for Ford since November 2007 and apparently the first uptick by any of the six biggest carmakers since last August, George Pipas said Sunday.
He declined to disclose a specific total before sales results are officially reported on Monday. Dearborn, Mich.-based Ford sold a total of 161,071 vehicles in July 2008, down 15 percent from a year earlier.
The increase further testifies to the successful reception of the government rebate program, which President Barack Obama signed into law June 24 as part of a broad $106 billion spending bill.
"We were having a good month -- and Ford's been having some good months lately -- but the (clunkers) program really put us over the top for sure," Pipas said in a telephone interview.
The government's Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS) was designed to get old, polluting vehicles off the road and scrapped while helping car dealers emerge from the recession. Owners of gas-guzzlers could receive rebates of $3,500 or $4,500 toward the purchase of a new fuel-efficient car. The program proved wildly popular and led to the sale of 250,000 new vehicles in just days.
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said Sunday he expects the current $1 billion pool, which had been expected to last until November, to be exhausted by the end of this weekend. The House on Friday approved an additional $2 billion, shifting funds from a renewable energy loan program, and the Obama administration is pressing the Senate to go along before its summer vacation begins at week's end. If the Senate does not approve the additional funding, the progam will have to be suspended.
Improved sales at Ford and elsewhere may be another sign that the economy has either bottomed out or is nearing a bottom. The government reported Friday that the economy shrank at a pace of just 1 percent in the second quarter, better than analysts anticipated and much better than the 6.4 percent decline seen in the first three months of the year, which marked the steepest slide in nearly 30 years.
Pipas said the July sales increase is "some indication that consumers are getting their feet on the ground again. ... I think it indicates that maybe the worst is behind us, sales-wise."
The July sales also make it the ninth month in the last 10 that Ford has posted a gain in market share, he said.
Pipas said that is evidence of the success of the company's new products -- the Fusion and the Fusion hybrid, the Escape, the redesigned Focus, the Mercury Mariner and the Mercury Milan -- all of them among its most fuel-efficient vehicles.
July auto sales overall are expected to decline about 16 percent year-over-year, according to the automotive Web site Edmunds.com. For the first half of the year, U.S. sales were down 35 percent. But results due out Monday are expected to show that July was 11 percent better than June and the strongest month of the year.
Several analysts are predicting that July sales will exceed an annual rate of 10 million for the first time in 2009, a sign that the economy is starting the modest recovery predicted for the second half of the year.
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08-03-09, 08:52 AM
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More on Ford
Driven in part by the Cash for Clunkers program, Ford Motor Company says that July was its first month in a year to post an increase in monthly sales – and as more sales figures are released later today, other automakers are expected to follow in posting positive news.
Though the long term effects of Cash for Clunkers have yet to be determined, the program clearly helped spur new car sales during the last week of July, particularly among four-cylinder models. July is not traditionally a strong month for automakers since current year inventories tend to be weakening and plants are shut down for year-to-year retooling.
June sales saw sales perking up a bit and Volvo and Subaru even posted positive results.
Don’t forget that sales figures are to be compared to July 2008 numbers.
The good
Ford division saw a 2.9 percent increase overall, driven mostly by Fusion (up 66 percent to 17,610) and Focus (up 43.6 percent to 21,830). Numerous Ford dealers reported that their Focus inventories, in particular, were essentially depleted. On the truck side, Escape sales were up 94.2 percent (to 20,241), Flex sales were up 64.7 percent (to 3,631) and Ranger sales were up 64.5 percent (to 7,695).
Mercury also saw a 6.6 percent increase in sales thanks to hefty demand for the Milan (up 59.8 percent to 2,934), Mariner (up 70.5 percent to 3,682) and even the Grand Marquis (up 3.8 percent to 2,667).
Volvo sales were up 25.7 percent thanks to a 257.2 percent increase in demand (to 1,461) for the S60, which was heavily marketed to clear out old inventories.
The bad
Not helped by the Cash for Clunkers program due to its fairly high line-wide consumption, Lincoln was Ford’s sore spot. Sales were down 24.3 percent despite a 95.2 percent increase in Town Car sales (to 1,841).
The ugly
Ford, up 2.9 percent to 142,135.
Lincoln, down 24.3 percent to 6,672.
Mercury, up 6.6 percent to 10,031.
Volvo, up 25.7 percent to 6,441.
Though the long term effects of Cash for Clunkers have yet to be determined, the program clearly helped spur new car sales during the last week of July, particularly among four-cylinder models. July is not traditionally a strong month for automakers since current year inventories tend to be weakening and plants are shut down for year-to-year retooling.
June sales saw sales perking up a bit and Volvo and Subaru even posted positive results.
Don’t forget that sales figures are to be compared to July 2008 numbers.
The good
Ford division saw a 2.9 percent increase overall, driven mostly by Fusion (up 66 percent to 17,610) and Focus (up 43.6 percent to 21,830). Numerous Ford dealers reported that their Focus inventories, in particular, were essentially depleted. On the truck side, Escape sales were up 94.2 percent (to 20,241), Flex sales were up 64.7 percent (to 3,631) and Ranger sales were up 64.5 percent (to 7,695).
Mercury also saw a 6.6 percent increase in sales thanks to hefty demand for the Milan (up 59.8 percent to 2,934), Mariner (up 70.5 percent to 3,682) and even the Grand Marquis (up 3.8 percent to 2,667).
Volvo sales were up 25.7 percent thanks to a 257.2 percent increase in demand (to 1,461) for the S60, which was heavily marketed to clear out old inventories.
The bad
Not helped by the Cash for Clunkers program due to its fairly high line-wide consumption, Lincoln was Ford’s sore spot. Sales were down 24.3 percent despite a 95.2 percent increase in Town Car sales (to 1,841).
The ugly
Ford, up 2.9 percent to 142,135.
Lincoln, down 24.3 percent to 6,672.
Mercury, up 6.6 percent to 10,031.
Volvo, up 25.7 percent to 6,441.
08-03-09, 09:09 AM
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Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz Reports July Sales of 16,228
MIAMI, FL UNITED STATES
MONTVALE, N.J., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported July sales of 16,228 vehicles. While July volume was off by 21.7 percent versus July 2008, the July sales were MBUSA's strongest so far this year and marked the third month of increasing sales momentum.
The volume leaders for the month were the E, C, and GLK-Class with sales of 5,556, 4,450, and 1,809 respectively. The all-new 9(th) generation 2010 E-Class made a strong debut in its first full month on the market, topping July 2008 by 12.5%.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 101,316 new vehicles, a decrease of 27.6 percent over the comparable period last year.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 6,145 vehicles in July; an 18.7 percent increase compared to July 2008 sales of 5,175 vehicles. Year-to-date sales for the MBCPO program are 45,095, a 23.4 percent increase over 2008 year-to-date sales (36,533 vehicles) during the same timeframe.
SOURCE Mercedes-Benz USA
MIAMI, FL UNITED STATES
MONTVALE, N.J., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported July sales of 16,228 vehicles. While July volume was off by 21.7 percent versus July 2008, the July sales were MBUSA's strongest so far this year and marked the third month of increasing sales momentum.
The volume leaders for the month were the E, C, and GLK-Class with sales of 5,556, 4,450, and 1,809 respectively. The all-new 9(th) generation 2010 E-Class made a strong debut in its first full month on the market, topping July 2008 by 12.5%.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 101,316 new vehicles, a decrease of 27.6 percent over the comparable period last year.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 6,145 vehicles in July; an 18.7 percent increase compared to July 2008 sales of 5,175 vehicles. Year-to-date sales for the MBCPO program are 45,095, a 23.4 percent increase over 2008 year-to-date sales (36,533 vehicles) during the same timeframe.
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MERCEDES-BENZ USA / Sales -- July 2009
Model July '09 July '08 Monthly % YTD 2009 YTD 2008 Yearly %
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C-CLASS 4,450 6,241 -28.7% 30,179 43,603 -30.8%
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E-CLASS 5,556 4,938 12.5% 18,257 25,101 -27.3%
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S-CLASS 638 1,577 -59.5% 5,674 11,216 -49.4%
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CL-CLASS 85 220 -61.4% 807 1,723 -53.2%
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SL-CLASS 319 501 -36.3% 2,493 3,902 -36.1%
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CLK-CLASS 364 872 -58.3% 5,567 7,165 -22.3%
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SLK-CLASS 234 439 -46.7% 1,885 3,508 -46.3%
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CLS-CLASS 164 451 -63.6% 1,807 4,180 -56.8%
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R-CLASS 36 750 -95.2% 2,028 5,534 -63.4%
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M-CLASS 1,674 2,691 -37.8% 12,278 20,087 -38.9%
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G-CLASS 55 64 -14.1% 352 554 -36.5%
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GL-CLASS 844 1,989 -57.6% 7,197 13,439 -46.4%
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GLK-CLASS 1,809 - - 12,792 - -
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GRAND TOTAL 16,228 20,733 -21.7% 101,316 140,012 -27.6%
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08-03-09, 09:11 AM
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Daimler AG (with Smart data)
Daimler AG Reports a Total of 17,646 Cars Sold for the Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. for July 2009
BERLIN GERMANY
- Mercedes-Benz USA Records July Sales of 16,228
- smart USA Records 1,418 Sales in July
NEW YORK, Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (NYSE: DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division in the U.S. (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 17,646 units, a decline of 24 percent compared to July 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported July sales of 16,228 vehicles. While July volume was off by 21.7 percent versus July 2008, the July sales were MBUSA's strongest so far this year and marked the third month of increasing sales momentum. The volume leaders for the month were the E, C, and GLK-Class with sales of 5,556, 4,450, and 1,809 respectively. The all-new 9(th) generation 2010 E-Class made a strong debut in its first full month on the market, topping July 2008 by 12.5%. On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 101,316 new vehicles, a decrease of 27.6 percent over the comparable period last year.
smart USA recorded 1,418 sales in July 2009, an increase of 27% versus June 2009, and its best month since March of this year. Since its introduction in the United States, there are now over 34,000 smart fortwos traveling the highways throughout America. The smart fortwo offers the right balance of power, outstanding fuel efficiency, innovative safety features, environmental friendliness and excellent value.
BERLIN GERMANY
- Mercedes-Benz USA Records July Sales of 16,228
- smart USA Records 1,418 Sales in July
NEW YORK, Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (NYSE: DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division in the U.S. (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 17,646 units, a decline of 24 percent compared to July 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported July sales of 16,228 vehicles. While July volume was off by 21.7 percent versus July 2008, the July sales were MBUSA's strongest so far this year and marked the third month of increasing sales momentum. The volume leaders for the month were the E, C, and GLK-Class with sales of 5,556, 4,450, and 1,809 respectively. The all-new 9(th) generation 2010 E-Class made a strong debut in its first full month on the market, topping July 2008 by 12.5%. On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 101,316 new vehicles, a decrease of 27.6 percent over the comparable period last year.
smart USA recorded 1,418 sales in July 2009, an increase of 27% versus June 2009, and its best month since March of this year. Since its introduction in the United States, there are now over 34,000 smart fortwos traveling the highways throughout America. The smart fortwo offers the right balance of power, outstanding fuel efficiency, innovative safety features, environmental friendliness and excellent value.
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Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. Sales Summary Through July 2009
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Month Sales % Sales CYTD %
Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
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Mercedes-Benz USA 16,228 20,733 -21.7% 101,316 140,012 -27.6%
smart USA 1,418 2,559 -44.6% 9,985 13,958 -28.5%
Mercedes-Benz USA /
smart USA combined 17,646 23,292 -24.2% 111,301 153,970 27.7%
08-03-09, 09:14 AM
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Ford
Ford's New Fuel-Efficient Vehicles Plus 'Cash For Clunkers' Program Drive Sales Increase in July
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury retail sales increased 9 percent versus a year ago; total sales (including fleet) were 158,838, up 2 percent versus a year ago
Ford is first among major manufacturers to report sales increase in 2009; year-over-year total sales gain is the first for Ford since November 2007
Ford's fuel-efficient vehicles pace July sales results - Ford Fusion up 66 percent, Mercury Milan up 60 percent, Ford Escape up 94 percent, Mercury Mariner up 71 percent, Ford Focus up 44 percent and Ford Ranger up 65 percent; Ford hybrid sales up 323 percent
Ford was first to market with "Cash for Clunkers" website; more than 1 million consumers guided by www.LetFordRecycleYourRide.com
First 2010 model Ford Taurus and Transit Connect models were delivered to U.S. customers in July
Customer demand for Ford's (NYSE: F) fuel-efficient vehicles coupled with the U.S. government's Car Allowance Rebate System ("Cash for Clunkers") enabled Ford to post the first sales increase of any major manufacturer in 2009.
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers reported 118,197 retail sales in July, up 9 percent versus a year ago. Total sales (including fleet customer deliveries) were 158,838, up 2 percent versus last year.
"We had another strong month in progress before the 'Cash for Clunkers' program started," said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service.
"Our products, our dealers and our advance preparation enabled us to leverage the program and drive traffic and sales to another level," he added. "In addition, we achieved a sales increase even though we decreased incentive spending in an increasingly competitive environment."
July Sales Highlights
Ford Fusion sales totaled 17,610, a July record and up 66 percent versus a year ago, and Mercury Milan sales were up 60 percent. The 2010 model Fusion and Milan and their hybrid versions are the most fuel-efficient mid-size sedans in America.
Ford Escape sales totaled 20,241, a July record and up 94 percent versus a year ago, and Mercury Mariner sales were up 71 percent. The 2009 model Escape Hybrid and Mariner Hybrid are the most fuel-efficient utility vehicles in America.
Ford Focus sales totaled 21,830, up 44 percent versus a year ago. The Focus is among the most fuel-efficient compact cars in America with an EPA highway rating of 35 mpg.
Ford Ranger sales totaled 7,695, up 65 percent versus a year ago. The Ranger is the most fuel-efficient compact pickup in America.
Ford Flex sales totaled 3,631, up 65 percent versus a year ago. The Flex is among the most fuel-efficient mid-size crossover utilities in America.
Ford's hybrid vehicles (Fusion, Milan, Escape and Mariner) posted combined sales of 5,353, a record for any month and up 323 percent versus a year ago.
"We have the freshest line of new products in the industry," said Czubay. "We're really encouraged by the growing number of consumers who are considering Ford for their next vehicle."
Internal and external studies show a positive trend in the percentage of consumers with favorable opinions about Ford, and growing numbers of consumers who are willing to consider purchasing a Ford vehicle, thanks to improved fuel economy, smart technology and higher residual values.
More new products are on the way. The first new 2010 Ford Taurus sedans were delivered at the end of July, as well as the first Transit Connects.
The all-new Taurus is the smartest full-size sedan in America. The Transit Connect, a small, fuel-efficient purpose-built van, is the first ONE Ford global vehicle to be sold in the United States.
This summer, Ford also will debut its EcoBoost engine technology in the Taurus SHO, Lincoln MKS, Ford Flex and all-new Lincoln MKT crossover vehicle. In these vehicles, EcoBoost provides the fuel economy of a six-cylinder engine and the performance of a V-8.
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.
SOURCE Ford Motor Company
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury retail sales increased 9 percent versus a year ago; total sales (including fleet) were 158,838, up 2 percent versus a year ago
Ford is first among major manufacturers to report sales increase in 2009; year-over-year total sales gain is the first for Ford since November 2007
Ford's fuel-efficient vehicles pace July sales results - Ford Fusion up 66 percent, Mercury Milan up 60 percent, Ford Escape up 94 percent, Mercury Mariner up 71 percent, Ford Focus up 44 percent and Ford Ranger up 65 percent; Ford hybrid sales up 323 percent
Ford was first to market with "Cash for Clunkers" website; more than 1 million consumers guided by www.LetFordRecycleYourRide.com
First 2010 model Ford Taurus and Transit Connect models were delivered to U.S. customers in July
Customer demand for Ford's (NYSE: F) fuel-efficient vehicles coupled with the U.S. government's Car Allowance Rebate System ("Cash for Clunkers") enabled Ford to post the first sales increase of any major manufacturer in 2009.
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers reported 118,197 retail sales in July, up 9 percent versus a year ago. Total sales (including fleet customer deliveries) were 158,838, up 2 percent versus last year.
"We had another strong month in progress before the 'Cash for Clunkers' program started," said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service.
"Our products, our dealers and our advance preparation enabled us to leverage the program and drive traffic and sales to another level," he added. "In addition, we achieved a sales increase even though we decreased incentive spending in an increasingly competitive environment."
July Sales Highlights
Ford Fusion sales totaled 17,610, a July record and up 66 percent versus a year ago, and Mercury Milan sales were up 60 percent. The 2010 model Fusion and Milan and their hybrid versions are the most fuel-efficient mid-size sedans in America.
Ford Escape sales totaled 20,241, a July record and up 94 percent versus a year ago, and Mercury Mariner sales were up 71 percent. The 2009 model Escape Hybrid and Mariner Hybrid are the most fuel-efficient utility vehicles in America.
Ford Focus sales totaled 21,830, up 44 percent versus a year ago. The Focus is among the most fuel-efficient compact cars in America with an EPA highway rating of 35 mpg.
Ford Ranger sales totaled 7,695, up 65 percent versus a year ago. The Ranger is the most fuel-efficient compact pickup in America.
Ford Flex sales totaled 3,631, up 65 percent versus a year ago. The Flex is among the most fuel-efficient mid-size crossover utilities in America.
Ford's hybrid vehicles (Fusion, Milan, Escape and Mariner) posted combined sales of 5,353, a record for any month and up 323 percent versus a year ago.
"We have the freshest line of new products in the industry," said Czubay. "We're really encouraged by the growing number of consumers who are considering Ford for their next vehicle."
Internal and external studies show a positive trend in the percentage of consumers with favorable opinions about Ford, and growing numbers of consumers who are willing to consider purchasing a Ford vehicle, thanks to improved fuel economy, smart technology and higher residual values.
More new products are on the way. The first new 2010 Ford Taurus sedans were delivered at the end of July, as well as the first Transit Connects.
The all-new Taurus is the smartest full-size sedan in America. The Transit Connect, a small, fuel-efficient purpose-built van, is the first ONE Ford global vehicle to be sold in the United States.
This summer, Ford also will debut its EcoBoost engine technology in the Taurus SHO, Lincoln MKS, Ford Flex and all-new Lincoln MKT crossover vehicle. In these vehicles, EcoBoost provides the fuel economy of a six-cylinder engine and the performance of a V-8.
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.
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FORD MOTOR COMPANY JULY 2009 U.S. SALES
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July % Year-To-Date %
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2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
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Sales By Brand
Ford 142,135 138,175 2.9 802,483 1,117,746 -28.2
Lincoln 6,672 8,819 -24.3 47,382 65,713 -27.9
Mercury 10,031 9,412 6.6 54,725 82,007 -33.3
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Total Ford, Lincoln
and Mercury 158,838 156,406 1.6 904,590 1,265,466 -28.5
Volvo 6,441 5,124 25.7 36,187 51,305 -29.5
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Total Ford Motor
Company 165,279 161,530 2.3 940,777 1,316,771 -28.6
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury
Sales By Type
Cars 62,176 57,177 8.7 342,228 457,622 -25.2
Crossover Utility
Vehicles 37,419 27,336 36.9 203,741 240,393 -15.2
Sport Utility Vehicles 6,526 10,213 -36.1 50,563 108,921 -53.6
Trucks and Vans 52,717 61,680 -14.5 308,058 458,530 -32.8
------ ------ ------- -------
Total Trucks 96,662 99,229 -2.6 562,362 807,844 -30.4
------ ------ ------- -------
Total Vehicles 158,838 156,406 1.6 904,590 1,265,466 -28.5
FORD BRAND JULY 2009 U.S. SALES
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July % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Crown Victoria 3,766 4,325 -12.9 21,949 31,765 -30.9
Taurus 1,760 4,100 -57.1 19,141 36,016 -46.9
Fusion 17,610 10,607 66.0 102,756 98,530 4.3
Focus 21,830 15,200 43.6 91,184 138,649 -34.2
Mustang 6,686 10,711 -37.6 40,474 65,764 -38.5
----- ------ ------ ------
Ford Cars 51,652 44,943 14.9 275,504 370,724 -25.7
Flex 3,631 2,204 64.7 23,692 3,583 561.2
Edge 7,857 8,508 -7.7 49,117 77,235 -36.4
Escape 20,241 10,421 94.2 96,643 102,486 -5.7
Taurus X 366 2,034 -82.0 5,650 16,803 -66.4
--- ----- ----- ------
Ford Crossover
Utility Vehicles 32,095 23,167 38.5 175,102 200,107 -12.5
Expedition 2,565 3,469 -26.1 16,521 35,760 -53.8
Explorer 3,108 5,404 -42.5 27,442 55,339 -50.4
----- ----- ------ ------
Ford Sport Utility
Vehicles 5,673 8,873 -36.1 43,963 91,099 -51.7
F-Series 36,327 44,829 -19.0 215,959 319,542 -32.4
Ranger 7,695 4,677 64.5 34,118 45,980 -25.8
Econoline/Club Wagon 7,792 11,146 -30.1 54,680 85,721 -36.2
Transit Connect 417 0 NA 417 0 NA
Low Cab Forward 23 81 -71.6 167 635 -73.7
Heavy Trucks 461 459 0.4 2,573 3,938 -34.7
--- --- ----- -----
Ford Trucks
and Vans 52,715 61,192 -13.9 307,914 455,816 -32.4
------ ------ ------- -------
Ford Brand 142,135 138,175 2.9 802,483 1,117,746 -28.2
LINCOLN BRAND JULY 2009 U.S. SALES
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July % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
MKS 1,205 2,279 -47.1 9,666 2,664 262.8
MKZ 1,532 2,331 -34.3 13,340 20,978 -36.4
Town Car 1,841 943 95.2 7,946 9,982 -20.4
MKX 1,642 2,010 -18.3 12,742 19,573 -34.9
Navigator 450 768 -41.4 3,544 9,802 -63.8
Mark LT 2 488 -99.6 144 2,714 -94.7
--- --- --- -----
Lincoln Brand 6,672 8,819 -24.3 47,382 65,713 -27.9
MERCURY BRAND JULY 2009 U.S. SALES
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July % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Grand Marquis 2,667 2,569 3.8 14,239 19,310 -26.3
Sable 345 2,276 -84.8 5,710 11,702 -51.2
Milan 2,934 1,836 59.8 15,823 22,262 -28.9
Mariner 3,682 2,159 70.5 15,897 20,713 -23.3
Mountaineer 403 572 -29.5 3,056 8,020 -61.9
--- --- ----- -----
Mercury Brand 10,031 9,412 6.6 54,725 82,007 -33.3
VOLVO BRAND JULY 2009 U.S. SALES
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July % Year-To-Date %
---- ------------
2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
S40 525 431 21.8 4,073 7,203 -43.5
V50 181 120 50.8 954 1,151 -17.1
S60 1,461 409 257.2 5,016 6,720 -25.4
S80 602 745 -19.2 5,391 7,657 -29.6
V70 241 234 3.0 1,154 2,336 -50.6
XC60 762 0 NA 4,289 0 NA
XC70 722 668 8.1 3,536 6,302 -43.9
XC90 850 1,546 -45.0 5,613 13,011 -56.9
C70 685 540 26.9 3,745 4,144 -9.6
C30 412 431 -4.4 2,416 2,781 -13.1
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Volvo Brand 6,441 5,124 25.7 36,187 51,305 -29.5
08-03-09, 09:54 AM
#7
Super Moderator
Volkswagen
Clean Diesel Continues to Fuel Volkswagen's July Sales
-Over thirty percent of total sales were Clean Diesel TDI
-Government sponsored 'Cash-for-Clunkers' Program accounted for over 3,300 sales
HERNDON, Va., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced July 2009 sales of 20,590 units, representing a 0.7 percent increase over July 2008.
Volkswagen's award winning clean diesels, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, and Touareg TDI, once again posted their best sales month since their re-launch with 6,320 units -- accounting for more than 30 percent of total sales. The Jetta SportWagen for the third consecutive month posted its best sales month ever with sales of 2,415 units; clean diesel TDIs represented 81 percent of SportWagen sales, and 40 percent of Jetta sedan sales.
"Volkswagen of America is extremely pleased by how well our clean diesel TDIs continued to sell throughout July, and by our highly successful first month of the government sponsored 'Cash-for-Clunkers' Program," said Mark Barnes, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc. "It was not by accident that Volkswagen was able to perform so well in the government 'Cash-for-Clunkers' Program. Our dealers were well informed and fully trained on the rules of the program, our marketing was in place, and our product line of fuel efficient vehicles all contributed to a successful first month. I'm thrilled that our dealers were able to respond so well to the 'Cash-for-Clunkers' Program," added Barnes.
SOURCE Volkswagen of America, Inc.
-Over thirty percent of total sales were Clean Diesel TDI
-Government sponsored 'Cash-for-Clunkers' Program accounted for over 3,300 sales
HERNDON, Va., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced July 2009 sales of 20,590 units, representing a 0.7 percent increase over July 2008.
Volkswagen's award winning clean diesels, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, and Touareg TDI, once again posted their best sales month since their re-launch with 6,320 units -- accounting for more than 30 percent of total sales. The Jetta SportWagen for the third consecutive month posted its best sales month ever with sales of 2,415 units; clean diesel TDIs represented 81 percent of SportWagen sales, and 40 percent of Jetta sedan sales.
"Volkswagen of America is extremely pleased by how well our clean diesel TDIs continued to sell throughout July, and by our highly successful first month of the government sponsored 'Cash-for-Clunkers' Program," said Mark Barnes, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc. "It was not by accident that Volkswagen was able to perform so well in the government 'Cash-for-Clunkers' Program. Our dealers were well informed and fully trained on the rules of the program, our marketing was in place, and our product line of fuel efficient vehicles all contributed to a successful first month. I'm thrilled that our dealers were able to respond so well to the 'Cash-for-Clunkers' Program," added Barnes.
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VW-US Snapshot ------- YEAR-TO-DATE ------
July-09 July-08
------- -------
July-09 July-08 Yr/Yr % YTD YTD Yr/Yr %
------- ------- ------- --- --- -------
Actual Actual change Actual Actual change
------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
Rabbit 644 2,036 -68.4% 4,599 13,831 -66.7%
GTI 810 1,619 -50.0% 4,337 7,991 -45.7%
R32 - 234 -100.0% 135 2,437 -94.5%
--- --- --- -----
Total Rabbit/
GTI/R32 1,454 3,889 -62.6% 9,071 24,259 -62.6%
Jetta Sdn 9,663 8,906 8.5% 48,770 55,019 -11.4%
SportWagen 2,415 339 612.4% 9,951 614 N/A
----- --- ---
Total Jetta 12,078 9,245 30.6% 58,721 55,633 5.6%
New Beetle
- Coupe 923 1,514 -39.0% 5,562 9,747 -42.9%
- Convertible 395 1,204 -67.2% 2,748 8,052 -65.9%
--- ----- -----
Total New
Beetle 1,318 2,718 -51.5% 8,310 17,799 -53.3%
Eos 741 1,363 -45.6% 4,538 9,629 -52.9%
Passat
Sdn 734 1,501 -51.1% 5,633 17,680 -68.1%
Wgn 163 476 -65.8% 1,385 4,089 -66.1%
--- --- -----
Total Passat 897 1,977 -54.6% 7,018 21,769 -67.8%
CC 1,413 - N/A 10,917 N/A
Tiguan 1,088 846 28.6% 7,203 2,569 180.4%
Touareg 251 404 -37.9% 2,180 4,308 -49.4%
Routan 1,350 - N/A 9,640 N/A
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TOTAL 20,590 20,442 0.7% 117,598 135,966 -13.5%
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08-03-09, 10:05 AM
#8
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June
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...les-sales.html
If you are going to take the work compiled here and use it on your/other forum, at least give credit to here/us for the source of the info. Don't just steal the info compiled. Thank you.
Disclaimer- Some cars blend categories. You might not agree 100% where some are placed. This is informational only, you can decipher it as you please.Thanks
So far.....
Automaker
Lexus-18,517
BMW- 16,381
Mercedes- 16,228
Acura-8662
Buick- 7,099
Infiniti- 7,096
Lincoln- 6,672
Audi- 6,407
Volvo-6441
Cadillac- 6171
Saab- 574 (yes 574 total units)
Sub-entry level
Milan- 2934
TSX-2232
1 series- 908
C30-412
S40-525
A3-335
Could be luxury
Maxima- 4,472
G8- 2,404
Genesis-2,015 (sedan and now coupe)
Lucerne- 1,834
LaCrosse- 1,468
Avalon- 1,098
CC-1413
Entry Level
ES/IS- 8,422 (both entry level and just for comparisons sake)
3 series (all models)- 7,992
G37 (Sedan/Coupe/Convert)-4,612
C-class- 4,450
ES-4393
IS- 4,029 (now includes IS-C)
A4/A5-3,642
TL-3309
A4- 3,098
G37 Sedan- 3,015
CTS- 2382
MKZ-1,532
S60-1461
9-3- 421
Mid Level
E-class- 5,556 (now includes coupe E-class sales)
5-series 2,486
MKS - 1,205
M35/45- 726
S80-602
GS- 551
A6- 511
STS- 358
RL-131
95- 62
Flagship
7 series- 1152
LS- 874
S-class-638
A8-135
Coupe/Convert (new category)
G37- 1,597
C70-685
911- 651
Z4-614
A5- 544
CLK-364
Boxster/Cayman- 352
SL-319
6 series-252
SLK-234
TT- 174
CL-85
R8-69
SC-57
Cute Useless Ute
GLK-1839
Q5-1,023
XC70-722
EX- 543
RDX-519
X3- 472
SUV Midsize
RX-7811
Enclave- 3797
X5/X6- 2505
MDX-2471
X5- 1871
M-class- 1674
MKX- 1,642
XC90-850
SRX- 648
X6- 634
FX-622
GX-587
Cayenne- 541
Tourag-251
SUV Large
Escalade (All models)- 1812
GL-844
QX-553
Q7-518
Navigator- 450
LX-215
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If you are going to take the work compiled here and use it on your/other forum, at least give credit to here/us for the source of the info. Don't just steal the info compiled. Thank you.
Disclaimer- Some cars blend categories. You might not agree 100% where some are placed. This is informational only, you can decipher it as you please.Thanks
So far.....
Automaker
Lexus-18,517
BMW- 16,381
Mercedes- 16,228
Acura-8662
Buick- 7,099
Infiniti- 7,096
Lincoln- 6,672
Audi- 6,407
Volvo-6441
Cadillac- 6171
Saab- 574 (yes 574 total units)
Sub-entry level
Milan- 2934
TSX-2232
1 series- 908
C30-412
S40-525
A3-335
Could be luxury
Maxima- 4,472
G8- 2,404
Genesis-2,015 (sedan and now coupe)
Lucerne- 1,834
LaCrosse- 1,468
Avalon- 1,098
CC-1413
Entry Level
ES/IS- 8,422 (both entry level and just for comparisons sake)
3 series (all models)- 7,992
G37 (Sedan/Coupe/Convert)-4,612
C-class- 4,450
ES-4393
IS- 4,029 (now includes IS-C)
A4/A5-3,642
TL-3309
A4- 3,098
G37 Sedan- 3,015
CTS- 2382
MKZ-1,532
S60-1461
9-3- 421
Mid Level
E-class- 5,556 (now includes coupe E-class sales)
5-series 2,486
MKS - 1,205
M35/45- 726
S80-602
GS- 551
A6- 511
STS- 358
RL-131
95- 62
Flagship
7 series- 1152
LS- 874
S-class-638
A8-135
Coupe/Convert (new category)
G37- 1,597
C70-685
911- 651
Z4-614
A5- 544
CLK-364
Boxster/Cayman- 352
SL-319
6 series-252
SLK-234
TT- 174
CL-85
R8-69
SC-57
Cute Useless Ute
GLK-1839
Q5-1,023
XC70-722
EX- 543
RDX-519
X3- 472
SUV Midsize
RX-7811
Enclave- 3797
X5/X6- 2505
MDX-2471
X5- 1871
M-class- 1674
MKX- 1,642
XC90-850
SRX- 648
X6- 634
FX-622
GX-587
Cayenne- 541
Tourag-251
SUV Large
Escalade (All models)- 1812
GL-844
QX-553
Q7-518
Navigator- 450
LX-215
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08-03-09, 10:14 AM
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http://www.hondanews.com/categories/1097/releases/5114
08/03/2009 - TORRANCE, Calif. -
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted total July vehicle sales of 114,690, a decline of 17.3 percent compared to July 2008 results, the company reported today. American Honda year-to-date sales of 645,468 represented a 30.7 percent decline based on the daily selling rate*.
Sales of the fuel-efficient Honda Civic increased 3.1 percent to 30,037. Honda CR-V, a best-seller in the crossover utility vehicle segment, increased sales by 9.9 percent to 19,151. The Honda Division posted July sales of 106,028, a decline of 15.8 percent compared to last year's aggressive pace.
"Strong interest from the CARS program increased dealership traffic late in the month and contributed to Civic and CR-V sales gains," said John Mendel, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "July was our highest-volume month so far this year."
The Acura Division posted July 2009 sales of 8,662, a decrease of 32.5 percent compared to last year's July sales.
*The daily selling rate is calculated with 26 days for July 2009 and July 2008. The year-to-date daily selling rate is calculated with 178 days for 2009 and 179 days for 2008. All percentages represent the daily selling rate.
08/03/2009 - TORRANCE, Calif. -
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted total July vehicle sales of 114,690, a decline of 17.3 percent compared to July 2008 results, the company reported today. American Honda year-to-date sales of 645,468 represented a 30.7 percent decline based on the daily selling rate*.
Sales of the fuel-efficient Honda Civic increased 3.1 percent to 30,037. Honda CR-V, a best-seller in the crossover utility vehicle segment, increased sales by 9.9 percent to 19,151. The Honda Division posted July sales of 106,028, a decline of 15.8 percent compared to last year's aggressive pace.
"Strong interest from the CARS program increased dealership traffic late in the month and contributed to Civic and CR-V sales gains," said John Mendel, executive vice president of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. "July was our highest-volume month so far this year."
The Acura Division posted July 2009 sales of 8,662, a decrease of 32.5 percent compared to last year's July sales.
*The daily selling rate is calculated with 26 days for July 2009 and July 2008. The year-to-date daily selling rate is calculated with 178 days for 2009 and 179 days for 2008. All percentages represent the daily selling rate.
08-03-09, 10:16 AM
#10
Super Moderator
Chrysler Group LLC
Chrysler Group LLC Reports July 2009 U.S. Sales Increases
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ --
Chrysler Group LLC total sales up 30 percent compared with previous month
Five vehicles set new monthly sales records for July
Jeep(R) Patriot sales increase 134 percent compared with previous year
Dodge Caliber sales up 63 percent versus July 2008
Chrysler PT Cruiser sales up 24 percent compared with previous year
Mopar(R) posted a U.S. sales increase of 9 percent compared with June 2009
U.S. Government "CARS" program and Chrysler Group incentive program drives consumers to Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealers
Chrysler Group LLC today reported a 30 percent sales increase compared with June 2009. Consumer traffic in Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge dealerships more than doubled the last week in July compared with the same time period in 2008. The increased consumer traffic was driven by interest in the U.S. Government CARS program, more commonly known as "Cash for Clunkers" and Chrysler Group's easy-to-understand incentive program.
"The government's program is doing what it is designed to do-spur consumers to trade in older gas guzzlers for new, fuel-efficient vehicles," said Peter Fong, President and Chief Executive Officer-Chrysler Brand and Lead Executive for the Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC. "While we don't expect the industry sales forecast to change dramatically, we are seeing encouraging signs that consumer confidence is building, and more consumers are considering purchasing a new vehicle."
Chrysler Group LLC reported total U.S. sales for July 2009 of 88,900 units, an increase of 30 percent versus June 2009. Compared with the same time period in 2008, sales decreased 9 percent. Retail sales for July 2009 were 76,693 units. On July 27, the Company restarted production at nine of its 11 manufacturing facilities. Overall industry figures for July 2009 are projected to come in at an estimated 11.2 million SAAR.
"The new-vehicle sales market got a shot in the arm the last week of July," said Steven Beahm, Vice President-Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC. "As a result of customers visiting their local Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge dealer, largely based on the news of the CARS program, retail sales of Chrysler Group small cars were up 52 percent compared with July 2008 and 106 percent versus June 2009."
The company finished the month with 136,734 units in inventory, representing a 40-day supply. Inventory is down 68 percent versus June 2008 when it totaled 409,331 units.
"We've been working towards a 'pull' system by reducing our inventory, and levels are now at their lowest point in years," Beahm added. "Consumer demand is increasing, our vehicles have the best quality in the history of the company and our manufacturing plants are running at full production to fulfill customer orders."
July Brand Sales Highlights
Dodge Journey, Avenger and Caliber and Jeep Patriot and Compass registered their best July sales ever
Jeep Patriot sales increased 134 percent (8,059 units) compared with July 2008 and 192 percent versus the previous month
Jeep Compass sales were up 95 percent (2,727 units) versus July 2008 and 183 percent compared with the previous month
Dodge Caliber sales were up 63 percent (7,718 units) compared with July 2008 and 121 percent versus the previous month
Dodge Avenger sales increased 30 percent versus July 2008 (5,022 units) and 143 percent compared with the previous month
Dodge Grand Caravan sales increased 37 percent versus July 2008 and 44 percent compared with prior month
Chrysler PT Cruiser sales were up 24 percent (2,377 units) compared with July 2008 and 271 percent versus June 2009
Mopar(R) posted a U.S. sales increase of 9 percent in July compared with June 2009, which follows a month-over-month sales increase of 8 percent in June 2009
Through July 2009, Mopar has launched 200 new Authentic Accessories & Performance Parts
Incentives
Demand for Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles and consumer traffic continues to increase, reaching a high point for the year in July.
"Customers love our summer events, and as the 2009 model year comes to an end, the company resumes its 'Summer Clearance' event, offering consumers great vehicles with competitive prices and attractive financing," said Beahm.
In conjunction with the U.S. Government's CARS program, "Summer Clearance" resumes Aug. 4, 2009, at Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealerships across the United States. Chrysler Group LLC will offer zero percent financing for up to 72 months through GMAC Financial Services on select 2009 model vehicles, or up to $4,500 Consumer Cash to all consumers, regardless of if they have a trade-in vehicle. These incentives are valid through Aug. 31, 2009.
"Everyone shopping for a new car or truck still qualifies for an incentive of up to $4,500-even if they don't have a vehicle that qualifies under the U.S. Government's program," Beahm added.
July 24, 2009 marked the start of the U.S. Government's Car Allowance Rebate Systems (CARS) program, which offers a government credit of either $3,500 or $4,500 for trading in an inefficient vehicle that is not more than 25 years old for the purchase of a new vehicle. The amount of the credit is determined based on the fuel-economy improvement between the turn-in vehicle and the new vehicle purchased.
SOURCE Chrysler Group LLC
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ --
Chrysler Group LLC total sales up 30 percent compared with previous month
Five vehicles set new monthly sales records for July
Jeep(R) Patriot sales increase 134 percent compared with previous year
Dodge Caliber sales up 63 percent versus July 2008
Chrysler PT Cruiser sales up 24 percent compared with previous year
Mopar(R) posted a U.S. sales increase of 9 percent compared with June 2009
U.S. Government "CARS" program and Chrysler Group incentive program drives consumers to Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealers
Chrysler Group LLC today reported a 30 percent sales increase compared with June 2009. Consumer traffic in Chrysler, Jeep(R) and Dodge dealerships more than doubled the last week in July compared with the same time period in 2008. The increased consumer traffic was driven by interest in the U.S. Government CARS program, more commonly known as "Cash for Clunkers" and Chrysler Group's easy-to-understand incentive program.
"The government's program is doing what it is designed to do-spur consumers to trade in older gas guzzlers for new, fuel-efficient vehicles," said Peter Fong, President and Chief Executive Officer-Chrysler Brand and Lead Executive for the Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC. "While we don't expect the industry sales forecast to change dramatically, we are seeing encouraging signs that consumer confidence is building, and more consumers are considering purchasing a new vehicle."
Chrysler Group LLC reported total U.S. sales for July 2009 of 88,900 units, an increase of 30 percent versus June 2009. Compared with the same time period in 2008, sales decreased 9 percent. Retail sales for July 2009 were 76,693 units. On July 27, the Company restarted production at nine of its 11 manufacturing facilities. Overall industry figures for July 2009 are projected to come in at an estimated 11.2 million SAAR.
"The new-vehicle sales market got a shot in the arm the last week of July," said Steven Beahm, Vice President-Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC. "As a result of customers visiting their local Chrysler, Jeep or Dodge dealer, largely based on the news of the CARS program, retail sales of Chrysler Group small cars were up 52 percent compared with July 2008 and 106 percent versus June 2009."
The company finished the month with 136,734 units in inventory, representing a 40-day supply. Inventory is down 68 percent versus June 2008 when it totaled 409,331 units.
"We've been working towards a 'pull' system by reducing our inventory, and levels are now at their lowest point in years," Beahm added. "Consumer demand is increasing, our vehicles have the best quality in the history of the company and our manufacturing plants are running at full production to fulfill customer orders."
July Brand Sales Highlights
Dodge Journey, Avenger and Caliber and Jeep Patriot and Compass registered their best July sales ever
Jeep Patriot sales increased 134 percent (8,059 units) compared with July 2008 and 192 percent versus the previous month
Jeep Compass sales were up 95 percent (2,727 units) versus July 2008 and 183 percent compared with the previous month
Dodge Caliber sales were up 63 percent (7,718 units) compared with July 2008 and 121 percent versus the previous month
Dodge Avenger sales increased 30 percent versus July 2008 (5,022 units) and 143 percent compared with the previous month
Dodge Grand Caravan sales increased 37 percent versus July 2008 and 44 percent compared with prior month
Chrysler PT Cruiser sales were up 24 percent (2,377 units) compared with July 2008 and 271 percent versus June 2009
Mopar(R) posted a U.S. sales increase of 9 percent in July compared with June 2009, which follows a month-over-month sales increase of 8 percent in June 2009
Through July 2009, Mopar has launched 200 new Authentic Accessories & Performance Parts
Incentives
Demand for Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles and consumer traffic continues to increase, reaching a high point for the year in July.
"Customers love our summer events, and as the 2009 model year comes to an end, the company resumes its 'Summer Clearance' event, offering consumers great vehicles with competitive prices and attractive financing," said Beahm.
In conjunction with the U.S. Government's CARS program, "Summer Clearance" resumes Aug. 4, 2009, at Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealerships across the United States. Chrysler Group LLC will offer zero percent financing for up to 72 months through GMAC Financial Services on select 2009 model vehicles, or up to $4,500 Consumer Cash to all consumers, regardless of if they have a trade-in vehicle. These incentives are valid through Aug. 31, 2009.
"Everyone shopping for a new car or truck still qualifies for an incentive of up to $4,500-even if they don't have a vehicle that qualifies under the U.S. Government's program," Beahm added.
July 24, 2009 marked the start of the U.S. Government's Car Allowance Rebate Systems (CARS) program, which offers a government credit of either $3,500 or $4,500 for trading in an inefficient vehicle that is not more than 25 years old for the purchase of a new vehicle. The amount of the credit is determined based on the fuel-economy improvement between the turn-in vehicle and the new vehicle purchased.
Code:
Chrysler Group LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru July 2009
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Month Sales Vol % Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
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Sebring 2,781 3,816 -27% 13,466 51,838 -74%
300 2,292 3,818 -40% 21,591 43,832 -51%
Crossfire 37 197 -81% 355 1,291 -73%
PT Cruiser 4,092 3,297 24% 12,683 36,127 -65%
Aspen 402 1,213 -67% 5,365 14,446 -63%
Pacifica 108 447 -76% 1,835 4,642 -60%
Town &
Country 6,837 8,070 -15% 50,574 75,876 -33%
CHRYSLER
BRAND 16,549 20,858 -21% 105,869 228,052 -54%
---------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- ---
Compass 2,736 1,401 95% 8,498 19,794 -57%
Patriot 8,084 3,451 134% 21,582 40,135 -46%
Wrangler 4,540 6,093 -25% 53,430 52,536 2%
Liberty 2,874 3,766 -24% 26,579 44,676 -41%
Grand
Cherokee 3,520 5,239 -33% 26,610 48,032 -45%
Commander 522 2,755 -81% 6,025 19,068 -68%
JEEP BRAND 22,276 22,705 -2% 142,724 224,241 -36%
------------ ------ ------ -- ------- ------- ---
Caliber 7,814 4,807 63% 25,121 63,918 -61%
Avenger 5,616 4,318 30% 20,354 45,771 -56%
Charger 2,663 5,475 -51% 32,124 64,000 -50%
Challenger 886 2,895 -69% 15,968 3,990 300%
Viper 20 88 -77% 329 682 -52%
Magnum 0 345 -100% 113 6,594 -98%
Dakota 730 2,593 -72% 7,473 19,972 -63%
Ram P/U 17,723 21,328 -17% 112,239 150,272 -25%
Journey 4,165 3,449 21% 30,114 26,180 15%
Caravan 8,405 6,115 37% 50,152 81,920 -39%
Durango 233 384 -39% 3,060 15,293 -80%
Nitro 1,115 1,651 -32% 11,000 25,549 -57%
Sprinter 705 1,098 -36% 3,457 9,501 -64%
DODGE
BRAND 50,075 54,546 -8% 311,504 513,642 -39%
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TOTAL
CHRYSLER
GROUP
LLC 88,900 98,109 -9% 560,097 965,935 -42%
TOTAL
CAR 22,109 25,839 -14% 129,423 282,986 -54%
TOTAL
TRUCK 66,791 72,270 -8% 430,674 682,949 -37%
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Selling
Days 26 26 178 179
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08-03-09, 10:19 AM
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July Auto Sales: Subaru
August 3, 2009 11:17 AM ET
Associated PressAll Associated Press news
NEW YORK (AP) - Subaru of America Inc. on Monday said its US sales leaped 34 percent in July on sizable sales improvements for most of its models.
BY THE NUMBERS: Total sales rose to 21,839 units from 16,271 last year. In the first 7 months of this year, sales gained 4 percent to 115,145 vehicles compared with 110,366 last year.
TOP SELLER: The Forester sports utility vehicle, with 7,574 sold — an increase of 36 percent from July 2008.
HOT MODELS: The model showing the most sales improvement from a year ago was the Impreza 5-door hatchback. Sales jumped 47 percent.
July Auto Sales: Subaru
August 3, 2009 11:17 AM ET
Associated PressAll Associated Press news
NEW YORK (AP) - Subaru of America Inc. on Monday said its US sales leaped 34 percent in July on sizable sales improvements for most of its models.
BY THE NUMBERS: Total sales rose to 21,839 units from 16,271 last year. In the first 7 months of this year, sales gained 4 percent to 115,145 vehicles compared with 110,366 last year.
TOP SELLER: The Forester sports utility vehicle, with 7,574 sold — an increase of 36 percent from July 2008.
HOT MODELS: The model showing the most sales improvement from a year ago was the Impreza 5-door hatchback. Sales jumped 47 percent.
08-03-09, 10:20 AM
#12
Super Moderator
Mazda
Mazda Reports July 2009 Sales
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported July 2009 sales of 19,032, down 15.1 percent versus July of 2008. Overall, total yearly sales are reported at 119,413, down 32.0 percent compared to 2008.
Mazda has seen a marked increase in showroom traffic as a result of the federal government's Cash for Clunkers (CARS) program, with some dealers reporting they haven't seen this many qualified customers coming into their showrooms in over a year. Fifty-seven percent of the Mazdas sold under the program have been MAZDA3s, the company's most fuel-efficient vehicle.
"While our total sales numbers still don't show we've turned the corner on this dismal market, we're obviously very pleased - and quite surprised -- by the showroom traffic improvement the Cash for Clunkers program has provided," said Jim O'Sullivan, MNAO president and CEO. "But even more exciting is the positive environmental impact it's having. Our dealers are reporting that cars like the MAZDA3, which gets up to 33 miles per gallon on the highway, are replacing vehicles that in some cases don't make one third of the mileage."
Also affected positively by the CARS program, the MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle, which gets up to 28 miles per gallon on the highway, had a very impressive July with sales up 45.5 percent compared to July 2008.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported July sales of 1,112, down 38 percent versus July of 2008. For the year, MMdM sales are down 14 percent with 10,107 vehicles sold.
SOURCE Mazda North American Operations
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported July 2009 sales of 19,032, down 15.1 percent versus July of 2008. Overall, total yearly sales are reported at 119,413, down 32.0 percent compared to 2008.
Mazda has seen a marked increase in showroom traffic as a result of the federal government's Cash for Clunkers (CARS) program, with some dealers reporting they haven't seen this many qualified customers coming into their showrooms in over a year. Fifty-seven percent of the Mazdas sold under the program have been MAZDA3s, the company's most fuel-efficient vehicle.
"While our total sales numbers still don't show we've turned the corner on this dismal market, we're obviously very pleased - and quite surprised -- by the showroom traffic improvement the Cash for Clunkers program has provided," said Jim O'Sullivan, MNAO president and CEO. "But even more exciting is the positive environmental impact it's having. Our dealers are reporting that cars like the MAZDA3, which gets up to 33 miles per gallon on the highway, are replacing vehicles that in some cases don't make one third of the mileage."
Also affected positively by the CARS program, the MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle, which gets up to 28 miles per gallon on the highway, had a very impressive July with sales up 45.5 percent compared to July 2008.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported July sales of 1,112, down 38 percent versus July of 2008. For the year, MMdM sales are down 14 percent with 10,107 vehicles sold.
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Mazda North American Operations - July 2009
Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
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July July % % MTD July July % % YTD
2009 2008 Change DSR 2009 2008 Change DSR
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Mazda3 9,771 11,782 (17.1)% (17.1)% 54,987 73,257 (24.9)% (24.5)%
Mazda5 1,944 1,336 45.5% 45.5% 12,347 13,313 (7.3)% (6.7)%
Mazda6 2,517 2,470 1.9% 1.9% 20,165 35,533 (43.2)% (42.9)%
MX-5
Miata 575 1,182 (51.4)% (51.4)% 5,218 8,331 (37.4)% (37.0)%
RX-8 162 355 (54.4)% (54.4)% 1,237 2,236 (44.7)% (44.4)%
CX-7 1,369 2,356 (41.9)% (41.9)% 9,800 18,330 (46.5)% (46.2)%
CX-9 1,856 1,965 (5.5)% (5.5)% 11,567 15,188 (23.8)% (23.4)%
Tribute 779 879 (11.4)% (11.4)% 3,646 8,455 (56.9)% (56.6)%
B-Series
Truck 59 93 (36.6)% (36.6)% 446 916 (51.3)% (51.0)%
Total
Vehicles
---------
CARS 14,969 17,125 (12.6)% (12.6)% 93,954 132,670 (29.2)% (28.8)%
TRUCKS 4,063 5,293 (23.2)% (23.2)% 25,459 42,889 (40.6)% (40.3)%
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TOTAL 19,032 22,418 (15.1)% (15.1)% 119,413 175,559 (32.0)% (31.6)%
====== ====== ===== ===== ======= ======= ===== =====
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MEMO:
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IMPORT
CAR 12,452 14,655 (15.0)% 73,789 97,137 (24.0)%
IMPORT
TRUCK 3,225 4,321 (25.4)% 21,367 33,518 (36.3)%
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IMPORT
TOTAL 15,677 18,976 (17.4)% 95,156 130,655 (27.2)%
DOMESTIC
CAR 2,517 2,470 1.9% 20,165 35,533 (43.2)%
DOMESTIC
TRUCK 838 972 (13.8)% 4,092 9,371 (56.3)%
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DOMESTIC
TOTALS 3,355 3,442 (2.5)% 24,257 44,904 (46.0)%
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Selling
Days 27 27 180 181
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08-03-09, 11:14 AM
#13
Super Moderator
Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America Reports July 2009 Sales
Sales up substantially as dealers take in 22 percent 'Clunkers'
Company delivers 7th straight year-over-year monthly retail market share increase
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced July sales of 45,553 units, a 21 percent increase over last month and 12 percent increase compared with July 2008. This marks the seventh consecutive month of year-over-year retail share gains, and another all-time record retail market share performance. Cash-for-clunkers deals accounted for 22 percent of Hyundai sales.
"The combination of increasing consumer recognition of Hyundai's industry-leading quality, and the incremental stimulus from the Cash for Clunkers program, led to our second-best July ever," said Dave Zuchowski, vice president of national sales, Hyundai Motor America. "J.D. Power accolades for Hyundai as the highest ranked non-premium brand in quality, combined with our very fuel-efficient lineup, drove sales increases of 13, 30, and 17 percent for Accent, Elantra and Sonata, respectively, over a year ago."
The Cash for Clunkers program is having a positive impact across all sectors of the industry. For example, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama is now increasing production by returning to a five-day work week in July after being on a shortened work week since mid-October. "We hope the Senate will support the additional $2 billion the House has approved," Zuchowski added. "The program is good for the environment, cuts oil dependency, saves consumers money and is good for the economy - and our dealers have a great lineup of vehicles perfect for customers looking for safe and energy-efficient transportation."
The North American Car of the Year Hyundai Genesis continued its strong sales performance, with sales more than tripling from last year, up 10 percent from a strong performance in June. In July, J.D. Power and Associates presented Genesis with two more major awards: "Most Appealing Mid-Size Premium Car" in the 2009 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study, and the highest ranked 2009 all-new or redesigned vehicle in the inaugural Vehicle Launch Index (VLI).
Hyundai's Central region, comprised of 13 central and midwestern heartland states and about 160 dealers, was Hyundai's best-performing region on a year-over-year basis in July, recording an all-time, any-month sales record. Sales for the month were up 21 percent over a year ago and up 60 percent over June. "In Detroit, sales were up 48 percent from June, and we had an all-time July record in Chicago," said Brian O'Malley, general manager, Central Region. "Middle America can't seem to get enough of Hyundai quality, safety, and value."
SOURCE Hyundai Motor America
Sales up substantially as dealers take in 22 percent 'Clunkers'
Company delivers 7th straight year-over-year monthly retail market share increase
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced July sales of 45,553 units, a 21 percent increase over last month and 12 percent increase compared with July 2008. This marks the seventh consecutive month of year-over-year retail share gains, and another all-time record retail market share performance. Cash-for-clunkers deals accounted for 22 percent of Hyundai sales.
"The combination of increasing consumer recognition of Hyundai's industry-leading quality, and the incremental stimulus from the Cash for Clunkers program, led to our second-best July ever," said Dave Zuchowski, vice president of national sales, Hyundai Motor America. "J.D. Power accolades for Hyundai as the highest ranked non-premium brand in quality, combined with our very fuel-efficient lineup, drove sales increases of 13, 30, and 17 percent for Accent, Elantra and Sonata, respectively, over a year ago."
The Cash for Clunkers program is having a positive impact across all sectors of the industry. For example, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama is now increasing production by returning to a five-day work week in July after being on a shortened work week since mid-October. "We hope the Senate will support the additional $2 billion the House has approved," Zuchowski added. "The program is good for the environment, cuts oil dependency, saves consumers money and is good for the economy - and our dealers have a great lineup of vehicles perfect for customers looking for safe and energy-efficient transportation."
The North American Car of the Year Hyundai Genesis continued its strong sales performance, with sales more than tripling from last year, up 10 percent from a strong performance in June. In July, J.D. Power and Associates presented Genesis with two more major awards: "Most Appealing Mid-Size Premium Car" in the 2009 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study, and the highest ranked 2009 all-new or redesigned vehicle in the inaugural Vehicle Launch Index (VLI).
Hyundai's Central region, comprised of 13 central and midwestern heartland states and about 160 dealers, was Hyundai's best-performing region on a year-over-year basis in July, recording an all-time, any-month sales record. Sales for the month were up 21 percent over a year ago and up 60 percent over June. "In Detroit, sales were up 48 percent from June, and we had an all-time July record in Chicago," said Brian O'Malley, general manager, Central Region. "Middle America can't seem to get enough of Hyundai quality, safety, and value."
Code:
CARLINE JULY/2009 JULY/2008 CY/2009 CY/2008
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ACCENT 7,634 6,740 40,562 34,924
SONATA 13,381 11,409 73,862 77,336
ELANTRA 13,616 10,454 53,520 72,432
TIBURON 151 1,102 8,497 6,069
SANTA FE 6,793 6,868 40,266 44,278
AZERA 306 808 2,257 12,251
TUCSON 1,106 1,521 8,658 13,268
ENTOURAGE 32 482 3,375 3,514
VERACRUZ 519 700 7,289 7,048
GENESIS 2,015 619 11,953 649
TOTAL 45,553 40,703 250,239 271,769
08-03-09, 11:37 AM
#14
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Thread Starter
Lexus/Toyota
Toyota Reports July Sales
TORRANCE, Calif. (August 3, 2009) – Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., today reported that July vehicle sales hit a new monthly high for the year and jumped 27.7 percent compared to June 2009. Sales of 174,872 vehicles trailed year ago levels and were down 11.4 percent from last July, on a daily selling rate basis. The CARS program generated significant incremental sales for TMS this month.
“Beyond the tangible economic stimulus, the positive environmental benefits of the CARS program is clear to see,” said TMS President Jim Lentz. “The program is achieving its goal of increasing fuel efficiency. CARS-related Toyota sales, over the seven days alone, will save customers an estimated 8 million gallons of gas and 20 million dollars in gas spending over the next year.”
The Toyota Division posted July sales of 156,355 units, a decrease of 10.8 percent from the same period last year. The Lexus Division reported July sales of 18,517 units, a decrease of 16.5 percent from the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded July sales of 102,665 units, down 10.6 percent from the same period last year. Camry and Camry Hybrid remained Toyota’s volume leader in July, posting combined monthly sales of 33,974 units. The all-new redesigned Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted best-ever July sales of 19,173 units, up 29.7 percent from the year-ago month. Corolla recorded sales of 29,593 units. Yaris reported sales of 5,483 units for the month.
Toyota Division light trucks posted July sales of 53,690 units, down 11.1 percent from the year-ago month. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV with best-ever July sales of 15,912 units, up 32.5 percent over the same period last year. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 9,407 units, up 39.1 percent over July 2008. The Tacoma mid-size pickup reported sales of 12,552 units for the month, up 7.6 percent over July 2008. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded July sales of 6,313 units.
Scion posted July sales of 6,754 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 2,838 units. The tC sports coupe recorded sales of 1,939 units. The xD reported sales of 1,976 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported July sales of 9,904 units, a decrease of 25.1 percent from July 2008. Passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan with July sales of 4,393 units. The IS entry luxury sport sedan posted combined sales of 4,029 units. The LS flagship luxury sedan recorded combined sales of 874 units. The GS luxury sport sedan reported combined July sales of 551 units.
Lexus Division light trucks recorded July sales of 8,613 units, down 3.9 percent from the year-ago month. Lexus sales were led by the RX and RX Hybrid luxury utility vehicle, which posted combined July sales of 7,811 units, up 10.0 percent over last July.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted July sales of 24,295 hybrid vehicles, up 19.3 percent from the same period last year. Toyota Division recorded sales of 22,853 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported July sales of 1,442 hybrids.
There were 26 selling days this month and last July.
About Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. is the marketing, sales, distribution and customer service arm of Toyota, Lexus and Scion. Established in 1957, TMS markets products and services through a network of more than 1,400 Toyota, Lexus and Scion dealers. With more than 35,000 direct employees and 165,000 indirect employees in the U.S., TMS sold more than 2.2 million vehicles in 2008. For more information about Toyota, visit http://www.toyota.com/, http://www.lexus.com/, http://www.scion.com/ or http://www.toyotanewsroom.com/.
Code:
TOYOTA RETAIL SALES
(INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII)
July, 2009
- - CURRENT MONTH - - - - CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE - -
DSR % DSR %
2009 2008 CHG 2009 2008 CHG
---- ---- --- ---- ---- ---
YARIS 5,483 8,620 -36.4 44,081 73,300 -39.5
COROLLA 29,593 34,438 -14.1 151,236 228,926 -33.6
CAMRY 33,974 42,131 -19.4 184,216 282,012 -34.3
VENZA 5,780 0 N/A 26,243 0 N/A
AVALON 1,908 3,000 -36.4 15,712 27,438 -42.4
PRIUS 19,173 14,785 29.7 74,924 106,225 -29.1
SCION xA 1 0 N/A 3 39 -92.3
SCION xB 2,838 5,081 -44.1 14,404 31,007 -53.3
SCION tC 1,939 4,787 -59.5 10,714 28,517 -62.2
SCION xD 1,976 2,038 -3.0 7,717 18,217 -57.4
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV.
PASS. CAR 102,665 114,880 -10.6 529,252 795,682 -33.1
----------------- ------- ------- ----- ------- ------- -----
ES 4,393 5,563 -21.0 24,756 38,719 -35.7
LS 874 1,466 -40.4 5,731 13,020 -55.7
SC 57 143 -60.1 542 1,373 -60.3
GS 551 1,297 -57.5 4,107 10,356 -60.1
IS 4,029 4,750 -15.2 19,710 31,010 -36.1
TOTAL LEXUS PASS.
CAR 9,904 13,219 -25.1 54,846 94,478 -41.6
----------------- ----- ------ ----- ------ ------ -----
TOTAL TOYOTA PASS.
CAR 112,569 128,099 -12.1 584,098 890,160 -34.0
------------------ ------- ------- ----- ------- ------- -----
SIENNA 7,067 8,726 -19.0 45,481 74,996 -39.0
RAV4 15,912 12,006 32.5 78,153 83,522 -5.9
FJ CRUISER 386 1,577 -75.5 7,534 18,239 -58.5
4RUNNER 1,055 3,107 -66.0 11,457 30,228 -61.9
HIGHLANDER 9,407 6,763 39.1 45,612 68,152 -32.7
LAND CRUISER 209 285 -26.7 1,313 2,772 -52.4
SEQUOIA 789 2,823 -72.1 9,810 19,367 -49.1
TOTAL SUV 27,758 26,561 4.5 153,879 222,280 -30.4
--------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- -----
4X2 TACOMA 6,596 6,438 2.5 33,089 54,361 -38.8
4X4 TACOMA 5,956 5,224 14.0 32,624 41,371 -20.7
TOTAL TACOMA 12,552 11,662 7.6 65,713 95,732 -31.0
TUNDRA 6,313 13,413 -52.9 42,419 89,929 -52.6
TOTAL PICKUP 18,865 25,075 -24.8 108,132 185,661 -41.4
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV.
LT TRUCK 53,690 60,362 -11.1 307,492 482,937 -36.0
LX 215 843 -74.5 1,957 5,021 -60.8
GX 587 1,019 -42.4 3,994 9,783 -58.9
RX 7,811 7,101 10.0 47,780 49,611 -3.1
TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT
TRUCK 8,613 8,963 -3.9 53,731 64,415 -16.1
----------------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ -----
TOTAL TOYOTA LIGHT
TRUCK 62,303 69,325 -10.1 361,223 547,352 -33.6
------------------ ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 156,355 175,242 -10.8 836,744 1,278,619 -34.2
TOTAL LEXUS 18,517 22,182 -16.5 108,577 158,893 -31.3
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TOTAL TOYOTA 174,872 197,424 -11.4 945,321 1,437,512 -33.9
MEMO:
DOM. COROLLA 26,256 22,582 16.3 123,686 161,238 -22.9
DOM. CAMRY 32,144 41,595 -22.7 177,439 276,337 -35.4
DOM. RAV4 4,687 0 N/A 21,806 0 N/A
DOM. PICKUP 18,865 25,075 -24.8 108,132 185,659 -41.4
DOM. RX 5,042 5,351 -5.8 32,329 35,067 -7.3
SELLING DAYS 26 26 178 179
------------ -- -- --- ---
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT
CAR 36,577 47,703 -23.3 186,172 330,669 -43.4
LEXUS IMPORT CAR 9,904 13,219 -25.1 54,846 94,478 -41.6
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT
CARS 66,088 67,177 -1.6 343,080 465,013 -25.8
TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 112,569 128,099 -12.1 584,098 890,160 -34.0
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT
LT TRUCK 22,282 23,738 -6.1 122,263 202,913 -39.4
LEXUS IMPORT LT
TRUCK 3,571 3,612 -1.1 21,402 29,348 -26.7
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT
LT TRUCK 31,408 36,624 -14.2 185,229 280,024 -33.5
LEXUS NA BUILT LT
TRUCK 5,042 5,351 -5.8 32,329 35,067 -7.3
TOTAL TOYOTA LT
TRUCK 62,303 69,325 -10.1 361,223 547,352 -33.6
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SPORT UTILITY
VEHICLES 35,985 33,947 6.0 200,076 268,456 -25.1
Memo: Lexus
Sport Utility 8,613 8,963 -3.9 53,731 64,415 -16.1
SMALL VANS 7,067 8,726 -19.0 45,481 74,996 -39.0
PICKUPS 18,865 25,075 -24.8 108,132 185,661 -41.4
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* NORTH AMERICAN
BUILT VEHICLES
COROLLA 26,256 22,582 16.3 123,686 161,238 -22.9
CAMRY 32,144 41,595 -22.7 177,439 276,337 -35.4
VENZA 5,780 0 N/A 26,243 0 N/A
AVALON 1,908 3,000 -36.4 15,712 27,438 -42.4
SIENNA 7,067 8,726 -19.0 45,481 74,996 -39.0
RAV4 4,687 0 N/A 21,806 0 N/A
PICKUP 18,865 25,075 -24.8 108,132 185,659 -41.4
SEQUOIA 789 2,823 -72.1 9,810 19,367 -49.1
RX 5,042 5,351 -5.8 32,329 35,067 -7.3
TOTAL 102,538 109,152 -6.1 560,638 780,102 -27.7
N.A. VEHICLES % OF
TOTAL 58.6% 55.3% 59.3% 54.3%
SELLING DAYS 26 26 178 179
DSR = DAILY SELLING
RATE
-------------------
SOURCE Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
“Beyond the tangible economic stimulus, the positive environmental benefits of the CARS program is clear to see,” said TMS President Jim Lentz. “The program is achieving its goal of increasing fuel efficiency. CARS-related Toyota sales, over the seven days alone, will save customers an estimated 8 million gallons of gas and 20 million dollars in gas spending over the next year.”
The Toyota Division posted July sales of 156,355 units, a decrease of 10.8 percent from the same period last year. The Lexus Division reported July sales of 18,517 units, a decrease of 16.5 percent from the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded July sales of 102,665 units, down 10.6 percent from the same period last year. Camry and Camry Hybrid remained Toyota’s volume leader in July, posting combined monthly sales of 33,974 units. The all-new redesigned Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted best-ever July sales of 19,173 units, up 29.7 percent from the year-ago month. Corolla recorded sales of 29,593 units. Yaris reported sales of 5,483 units for the month.
Toyota Division light trucks posted July sales of 53,690 units, down 11.1 percent from the year-ago month. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV with best-ever July sales of 15,912 units, up 32.5 percent over the same period last year. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 9,407 units, up 39.1 percent over July 2008. The Tacoma mid-size pickup reported sales of 12,552 units for the month, up 7.6 percent over July 2008. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded July sales of 6,313 units.
Scion posted July sales of 6,754 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 2,838 units. The tC sports coupe recorded sales of 1,939 units. The xD reported sales of 1,976 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported July sales of 9,904 units, a decrease of 25.1 percent from July 2008. Passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan with July sales of 4,393 units. The IS entry luxury sport sedan posted combined sales of 4,029 units. The LS flagship luxury sedan recorded combined sales of 874 units. The GS luxury sport sedan reported combined July sales of 551 units.
Lexus Division light trucks recorded July sales of 8,613 units, down 3.9 percent from the year-ago month. Lexus sales were led by the RX and RX Hybrid luxury utility vehicle, which posted combined July sales of 7,811 units, up 10.0 percent over last July.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted July sales of 24,295 hybrid vehicles, up 19.3 percent from the same period last year. Toyota Division recorded sales of 22,853 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported July sales of 1,442 hybrids.
There were 26 selling days this month and last July.
About Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. is the marketing, sales, distribution and customer service arm of Toyota, Lexus and Scion. Established in 1957, TMS markets products and services through a network of more than 1,400 Toyota, Lexus and Scion dealers. With more than 35,000 direct employees and 165,000 indirect employees in the U.S., TMS sold more than 2.2 million vehicles in 2008. For more information about Toyota, visit http://www.toyota.com/, http://www.lexus.com/, http://www.scion.com/ or http://www.toyotanewsroom.com/.
Last edited by GS69; 08-03-09 at 11:56 AM. Reason: Add chart
08-03-09, 11:45 AM
#15
July 2009 sales:
Lexus 18,517 -16.5%
BMW 16,381 -31.5%*
Mercedes 16,228 -21.7%
* via http://finance.yahoo.com/news/July-A....html?x=0&.v=2
Lexus 18,517 -16.5%
BMW 16,381 -31.5%*
Mercedes 16,228 -21.7%
* via http://finance.yahoo.com/news/July-A....html?x=0&.v=2
Last edited by encore888; 08-03-09 at 11:49 AM.