October 2009 Official Sales Thread
11-02-09, 09:01 PM
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October 2009 Official Sales Thread
REPORT: J.D. Power predicts October car sales will be down just 6%
http://www.autoblog.com/2009/10/27/r...-be-down-just/
October is coming to a close, which means we're within a few days of getting the bad news monthly auto sales tally. But October may not look as bad as many feared, at least according to the latest study by J.D. Power. The industry forecasting gurus see October sales down only six percent versus October 2008, showing that one of America's hardest hit industries may have already bottomed out. If October sales end up panning out like JDP thinks, it will be the first time in 17 months (outside of August's Cash for Clunkers anomaly) to see sales down under double digits. But while a mere six percent drop sounds like the sales famine is finally coming to a close, it's important to remember that auto sales for October 2008 were down themselves a full 30 percent compared to the year before.
J.D. Power is predicting that October 2009 sales come in at an annualized rate of 10.3 million units, down from last October's rate of 10.8 million cars and trucks sold. JDP's Gary Dilts goes out of his way to tell Reuters not to start celebrating over the single digit declines, but he does express some optimism adding that "improvements in consumer confidence and credit are propelling the return to positive sales gains relative to last year."
Deutsche Bank is even more optimistic about October, predicting annualized sales of 10.7 million for the month; just a fraction below last October's results. Even though the predicted sales drop of only six percent seems a bit deceiving, it does offer some hope to automakers. After months of uncertainty over just how low sales can go, it is starting to look like the worst of the auto sales decline may be behind us. Maybe.
http://www.autoblog.com/2009/10/27/r...-be-down-just/
October is coming to a close, which means we're within a few days of getting the bad news monthly auto sales tally. But October may not look as bad as many feared, at least according to the latest study by J.D. Power. The industry forecasting gurus see October sales down only six percent versus October 2008, showing that one of America's hardest hit industries may have already bottomed out. If October sales end up panning out like JDP thinks, it will be the first time in 17 months (outside of August's Cash for Clunkers anomaly) to see sales down under double digits. But while a mere six percent drop sounds like the sales famine is finally coming to a close, it's important to remember that auto sales for October 2008 were down themselves a full 30 percent compared to the year before.
J.D. Power is predicting that October 2009 sales come in at an annualized rate of 10.3 million units, down from last October's rate of 10.8 million cars and trucks sold. JDP's Gary Dilts goes out of his way to tell Reuters not to start celebrating over the single digit declines, but he does express some optimism adding that "improvements in consumer confidence and credit are propelling the return to positive sales gains relative to last year."
Deutsche Bank is even more optimistic about October, predicting annualized sales of 10.7 million for the month; just a fraction below last October's results. Even though the predicted sales drop of only six percent seems a bit deceiving, it does offer some hope to automakers. After months of uncertainty over just how low sales can go, it is starting to look like the worst of the auto sales decline may be behind us. Maybe.
11-02-09, 09:04 PM
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http://www.reuters.com/article/Autos...5A11R620091102
French carmakers see strong year-end
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By Michel Rose and Helen Massy-Beresford
PARIS (Reuters) - French carmakers expect strong sales in the final months of 2009 as drivers flock to take advantage of government scrapping schemes before year-end, contributing to uncertainty about 2010, executives told the Reuters Auto Summit.
Patrick Pelata, chief operating officer of Renault (RENA.PA: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz), said on Monday that its good orderbook meant it was optimistic about the next few months, and probably on the first quarter of 2010. After that there were "big question marks," he said.
Peugeot (PEUP.PA: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz) is expecting a "rather strong finish" to 2009, deputy managing director Nicolas Wertans told the summit, which is taking place at Reuters offices in Paris and Detroit from November 2 to 5.
By 1400 GMT, Renault shares were down 0.33 percent at 30.50 euros, while PSA Peugeot Citroen shares rose 3.17 percent to 22.95 euros, against a DJ Stoxx European Autos Index up 0.04 percent.
Pelata said he saw the broader market for new passenger vehicles, hit by a collapse in demand caused by the global recession, continuing to decline next year despite a better end to 2009.
"Our thoughts about the market next year in Europe is, let's say, minus 8 to minus 10 percent against 2009," he said.
Pelata promised additional cost cuts to fight the sales decline, on top of Renault's expected 17 to 18 percent reduction in fixed costs between 2007 and the end of this year.
He said the cuts would affect management layers and would simplify the company structure.
Peugeot's Wertans said he expected the overall European market to reach around 14.5 million units next year, compared with 15.5 million to 16.0 million in 2009, as the early signs of economic recovery would offset the carmakers' "payback period" after government incentives to trade in old cars fade or stop altogether.
His outlook corresponds to a decline of about 8 percent.
The scrapping scheme in Germany, Europe's largest car market, has already ended, and while Peugeot does not see a "boom" in France in the last few months of the year, it should have strong sales there, he said.
French car sales rose 20.1 percent in October, carmakers association CCFA said on Monday.
"There will be probably a payback period next year, especially in some big markets like Germany, but it will be slightly less strong than what we would have feared a few months ago, because in the meantime the economy is slightly recovering," Wertans told the summit.
CHINESE AMBITION
Peugeot has big plans for China, which is "saving the automotive world this year," Wertans said. Continued...
French carmakers see strong year-end
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By Michel Rose and Helen Massy-Beresford
PARIS (Reuters) - French carmakers expect strong sales in the final months of 2009 as drivers flock to take advantage of government scrapping schemes before year-end, contributing to uncertainty about 2010, executives told the Reuters Auto Summit.
Patrick Pelata, chief operating officer of Renault (RENA.PA: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz), said on Monday that its good orderbook meant it was optimistic about the next few months, and probably on the first quarter of 2010. After that there were "big question marks," he said.
Peugeot (PEUP.PA: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz) is expecting a "rather strong finish" to 2009, deputy managing director Nicolas Wertans told the summit, which is taking place at Reuters offices in Paris and Detroit from November 2 to 5.
By 1400 GMT, Renault shares were down 0.33 percent at 30.50 euros, while PSA Peugeot Citroen shares rose 3.17 percent to 22.95 euros, against a DJ Stoxx European Autos Index up 0.04 percent.
Pelata said he saw the broader market for new passenger vehicles, hit by a collapse in demand caused by the global recession, continuing to decline next year despite a better end to 2009.
"Our thoughts about the market next year in Europe is, let's say, minus 8 to minus 10 percent against 2009," he said.
Pelata promised additional cost cuts to fight the sales decline, on top of Renault's expected 17 to 18 percent reduction in fixed costs between 2007 and the end of this year.
He said the cuts would affect management layers and would simplify the company structure.
Peugeot's Wertans said he expected the overall European market to reach around 14.5 million units next year, compared with 15.5 million to 16.0 million in 2009, as the early signs of economic recovery would offset the carmakers' "payback period" after government incentives to trade in old cars fade or stop altogether.
His outlook corresponds to a decline of about 8 percent.
The scrapping scheme in Germany, Europe's largest car market, has already ended, and while Peugeot does not see a "boom" in France in the last few months of the year, it should have strong sales there, he said.
French car sales rose 20.1 percent in October, carmakers association CCFA said on Monday.
"There will be probably a payback period next year, especially in some big markets like Germany, but it will be slightly less strong than what we would have feared a few months ago, because in the meantime the economy is slightly recovering," Wertans told the summit.
CHINESE AMBITION
Peugeot has big plans for China, which is "saving the automotive world this year," Wertans said. Continued...
11-02-09, 09:06 PM
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Tata Motors sales up 34 percent in October
KOLKATA - Auto major Tata Motors registered sales of 53,404 units last month, a growth of 34 percent over the 39,729 vehicles sold in October 2008, a company statement said here Monday.
Sales of the company’s commercial and passenger vehicles include exports.
“The company’s domestic sales of Tata commercial and passenger vehicles for October 2009 were 50,552, a 40 percent growth over 36,168 sold in October last year,” the statement said.
“Cumulative sales (including exports) for the company for the fiscal at 326,895, recorded a growth of 7 percent over 305,438 sold last year,” it added.
However, exports of 2,852 units this October were lower by 20 percent the 3,561 exported a year ago.
http://blog.taragana.com/n/tata-moto...ctober-214933/
KOLKATA - Auto major Tata Motors registered sales of 53,404 units last month, a growth of 34 percent over the 39,729 vehicles sold in October 2008, a company statement said here Monday.
Sales of the company’s commercial and passenger vehicles include exports.
“The company’s domestic sales of Tata commercial and passenger vehicles for October 2009 were 50,552, a 40 percent growth over 36,168 sold in October last year,” the statement said.
“Cumulative sales (including exports) for the company for the fiscal at 326,895, recorded a growth of 7 percent over 305,438 sold last year,” it added.
However, exports of 2,852 units this October were lower by 20 percent the 3,561 exported a year ago.
http://blog.taragana.com/n/tata-moto...ctober-214933/
11-02-09, 09:09 PM
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Automakers Gird For "New Normal"
http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2009/...os-summit.html
PARIS/DETROIT (Reuters) - As automakers, parts suppliers and car retailers ready business plans for next year and beyond, the experience of the industry's 2009 crash has made caution the new byword.
For perspective, consider that AutoNation <AN.N> Chief Executive Mike Jackson now counts as an optimist in an auto industry still reeling from a collapse few saw coming.
His bullish forecast?
The U.S. auto industry's "depression" will continue in 2010 but with sales showing a modest gain to more than 11 million vehicles -- still below levels of 26 years ago.
"We're looking at five to six years of growth," Jackson told Reuters. "We can probably get back to a good old recession in 2011."
Jackson sees opportunity amid the turmoil for AutoNation, the top U.S. auto retailer by sales.
In his view, the bankruptcies of GM and Chrysler and restructuring across the industry have set the stage for a grudging but certain recovery without the destabilizing boom and bust cycle of the recent past.
Fast growth in China and government stimulus measures in Europe and the United States have started to pull the industry out of its deep slump. That has left analysts, investors and industry executives to handicap the strength of a still- uncertain recovery.
Among the key issues: How long will the road back to "normal" be in developed markets? How will the competitive landscape shake out? And what will be the role for the raft of ambitious start-ups raising funding -- and expectations -- for an electric car revolution?
Those are some of the questions that Reuters reporters will put to top auto industry executives and analysts and labor leaders at the Reuters Autos Summit beginning on Monday.
AT A CROSSROADS
The event comes at crucial time for government policy and for General Motors Co <GM.UL> and Chrysler as the Detroit automakers set out to demonstrate that their fast-track restructuring in bankruptcies have set them up for success.
GM's board is set to meet next week in Detroit to make a final call on the fate of its European unit Opel.
The question before the automaker's 13-member board is whether to proceed with a deal to sell Opel to a group led by Canada's Magna International <MGa.TO> or whether to try to raise financing to keep the unit.
GM emerged from a bankruptcy in July with $50 billion in U.S. taxpayer funding and a new board vetted by the U.S. Treasury that has pushed management to reverse the long-running slide in sales in its home market.
Meanwhile, Fiat SpA <FIA.MI> Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne is scheduled to deliver the five-year plan for Chrysler's turnaround at the automaker's Detroit area headquarters on Wednesday.
The Italian carmaker has been developing a plan to restart Chrysler's stalled product development since taking management control of the U.S. automaker in June.
Analysts say the hurdle remains high for Fiat, which is taking over a company that many say was starved for investment under its previous two owners, private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management and Daimler AG.<DAIGn.DE>
"They need to get back on their feet and into the business of selling cars," said David Whiston, an analyst at Morningstar. "They just don't have any exciting cars at the moment."
In a reminder of the continued pressure on the industry, U.S. auto sales for October due Tuesday are expected to show a slight rebound from September but at sales levels still just over 10 million units.
That would mark the highest sales rate of the year apart from July and August when the U.S. government's "cash for clunkers" program drove a short-lived boom.
But it would still be down by more than half compared to the sales rates that held for a decade between 1998 and 2008.
Ford Motor Co <F.N> chief sales analyst George Pipas said the October sales would be the first results not skewed by the taxpayer-backed sales incentives of the summer.
"There could be some residual effect in the fourth quarter, but for the most part the fourth quarter is going to stand on its own," Pipas said on Friday. "I don't think anybody should be making too many excuses."
In Europe, meanwhile, the end of the vehicle scrappage incentives that inspired the U.S. program are being watched carefully.
France has promised to phase its scheme out gradually, keeping it until 2011. In Germany, Europe's biggest market, automakers are braced for a "double dip" sales slump as the sales incentives run out.
(Reporting by Helen Massy-Beresford and Kevin Krolicki, edited by Martin Golan.)
http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2009/...os-summit.html
PARIS/DETROIT (Reuters) - As automakers, parts suppliers and car retailers ready business plans for next year and beyond, the experience of the industry's 2009 crash has made caution the new byword.
For perspective, consider that AutoNation <AN.N> Chief Executive Mike Jackson now counts as an optimist in an auto industry still reeling from a collapse few saw coming.
His bullish forecast?
The U.S. auto industry's "depression" will continue in 2010 but with sales showing a modest gain to more than 11 million vehicles -- still below levels of 26 years ago.
"We're looking at five to six years of growth," Jackson told Reuters. "We can probably get back to a good old recession in 2011."
Jackson sees opportunity amid the turmoil for AutoNation, the top U.S. auto retailer by sales.
In his view, the bankruptcies of GM and Chrysler and restructuring across the industry have set the stage for a grudging but certain recovery without the destabilizing boom and bust cycle of the recent past.
Fast growth in China and government stimulus measures in Europe and the United States have started to pull the industry out of its deep slump. That has left analysts, investors and industry executives to handicap the strength of a still- uncertain recovery.
Among the key issues: How long will the road back to "normal" be in developed markets? How will the competitive landscape shake out? And what will be the role for the raft of ambitious start-ups raising funding -- and expectations -- for an electric car revolution?
Those are some of the questions that Reuters reporters will put to top auto industry executives and analysts and labor leaders at the Reuters Autos Summit beginning on Monday.
AT A CROSSROADS
The event comes at crucial time for government policy and for General Motors Co <GM.UL> and Chrysler as the Detroit automakers set out to demonstrate that their fast-track restructuring in bankruptcies have set them up for success.
GM's board is set to meet next week in Detroit to make a final call on the fate of its European unit Opel.
The question before the automaker's 13-member board is whether to proceed with a deal to sell Opel to a group led by Canada's Magna International <MGa.TO> or whether to try to raise financing to keep the unit.
GM emerged from a bankruptcy in July with $50 billion in U.S. taxpayer funding and a new board vetted by the U.S. Treasury that has pushed management to reverse the long-running slide in sales in its home market.
Meanwhile, Fiat SpA <FIA.MI> Chief Executive Sergio Marchionne is scheduled to deliver the five-year plan for Chrysler's turnaround at the automaker's Detroit area headquarters on Wednesday.
The Italian carmaker has been developing a plan to restart Chrysler's stalled product development since taking management control of the U.S. automaker in June.
Analysts say the hurdle remains high for Fiat, which is taking over a company that many say was starved for investment under its previous two owners, private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management and Daimler AG.<DAIGn.DE>
"They need to get back on their feet and into the business of selling cars," said David Whiston, an analyst at Morningstar. "They just don't have any exciting cars at the moment."
In a reminder of the continued pressure on the industry, U.S. auto sales for October due Tuesday are expected to show a slight rebound from September but at sales levels still just over 10 million units.
That would mark the highest sales rate of the year apart from July and August when the U.S. government's "cash for clunkers" program drove a short-lived boom.
But it would still be down by more than half compared to the sales rates that held for a decade between 1998 and 2008.
Ford Motor Co <F.N> chief sales analyst George Pipas said the October sales would be the first results not skewed by the taxpayer-backed sales incentives of the summer.
"There could be some residual effect in the fourth quarter, but for the most part the fourth quarter is going to stand on its own," Pipas said on Friday. "I don't think anybody should be making too many excuses."
In Europe, meanwhile, the end of the vehicle scrappage incentives that inspired the U.S. program are being watched carefully.
France has promised to phase its scheme out gradually, keeping it until 2011. In Germany, Europe's biggest market, automakers are braced for a "double dip" sales slump as the sales incentives run out.
(Reporting by Helen Massy-Beresford and Kevin Krolicki, edited by Martin Golan.)
11-03-09, 09:04 AM
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Audi
Audi reports its third-best October for U.S. sales
- Last month only trailed record set in October 2008 by 1.1%
- Consumer demand continues to surge for the Audi Q5 crossover
- Strong sales seen with the Audi Q7 TDI® and the all-new A5 Cabriolet
HERNDON, Va., Nov 3, 2009 - Audi today reported October sales in the U.S. of 7,358 luxury performance cars and SUVs, a result that approached the all-time October record set by the brand a year earlier.
The latest full-month sales only trailed the 7,443 Audi vehicles sold in October 2008 following the introduction of the all-new Audi A4, and the 7,420 sold in October 2007, when the U.S. luxury car market was nearing its sales peak in the U.S.
"There can be no questioning the enthusiasm for the Audi brand that continues as we unveil new products and build on the momentum we’ve established in prestige and customer satisfaction," said Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of America. "We believe the long-term value of our products speaks for itself. Clearly, the American consumer is listening."
Demand continued to surge in October for the Audi Q5 3.2 quattro®, which has exceeded sales expectations since its introduction in February 2009. Despite restricted supply, Audi reported sales of 1,238 Q5 models for the most recent month, a pace that suggests the Audi crossover remains one of the fastest turning cars on dealer lots in the U.S.
Audi had a 15-days supply of unsold Q5 models in its sales pipeline at the end of October.
The Audi A5/ S5 coupes also remained extremely popular with October sales increasing 28% and year-to-date sales jumping 45.3% from the first 10 months of 2008.
American interest in the exceptional performance and efficiency found in Audi TDI clean diesel technology continued to build in October. TDI clean diesel technology delivers 30% better fuel-economy than a comparable gasoline-powered engine and produces 20% less greenhouse gas. Sales of the Audi Q7 TDI increased to 41% of all Q7 models sold during the month. That far exceeded original expectations that demand for the TDI models would equal 15-18% of Q7 sales. Partly as a result of strong TDI sales, inventories of unsold Q7 models stood at a 24-days supply.
Based on preliminary industry sales reports, Audi is confident its year-to-date share of the imported luxury vehicle market in the U.S. will approach the 8.6% level registered by the record October sales of 2008. Audi expects to show it remains the best-performing luxury brand with regard to year-over-year sales performance for year-to-date 2009.
Audi sold 5,449 cars and 1,909 SUVs in October.
Audi will continue its new-product momentum later this month with the launch of the Audi A3 TDI®. This model will revolutionize fuel efficiency in the luxury segment by achieving 42 mpg in highway driving, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. That’s a fuel economy rating unmatched by all other luxury models.
- Last month only trailed record set in October 2008 by 1.1%
- Consumer demand continues to surge for the Audi Q5 crossover
- Strong sales seen with the Audi Q7 TDI® and the all-new A5 Cabriolet
HERNDON, Va., Nov 3, 2009 - Audi today reported October sales in the U.S. of 7,358 luxury performance cars and SUVs, a result that approached the all-time October record set by the brand a year earlier.
The latest full-month sales only trailed the 7,443 Audi vehicles sold in October 2008 following the introduction of the all-new Audi A4, and the 7,420 sold in October 2007, when the U.S. luxury car market was nearing its sales peak in the U.S.
"There can be no questioning the enthusiasm for the Audi brand that continues as we unveil new products and build on the momentum we’ve established in prestige and customer satisfaction," said Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of America. "We believe the long-term value of our products speaks for itself. Clearly, the American consumer is listening."
Demand continued to surge in October for the Audi Q5 3.2 quattro®, which has exceeded sales expectations since its introduction in February 2009. Despite restricted supply, Audi reported sales of 1,238 Q5 models for the most recent month, a pace that suggests the Audi crossover remains one of the fastest turning cars on dealer lots in the U.S.
Audi had a 15-days supply of unsold Q5 models in its sales pipeline at the end of October.
The Audi A5/ S5 coupes also remained extremely popular with October sales increasing 28% and year-to-date sales jumping 45.3% from the first 10 months of 2008.
American interest in the exceptional performance and efficiency found in Audi TDI clean diesel technology continued to build in October. TDI clean diesel technology delivers 30% better fuel-economy than a comparable gasoline-powered engine and produces 20% less greenhouse gas. Sales of the Audi Q7 TDI increased to 41% of all Q7 models sold during the month. That far exceeded original expectations that demand for the TDI models would equal 15-18% of Q7 sales. Partly as a result of strong TDI sales, inventories of unsold Q7 models stood at a 24-days supply.
Based on preliminary industry sales reports, Audi is confident its year-to-date share of the imported luxury vehicle market in the U.S. will approach the 8.6% level registered by the record October sales of 2008. Audi expects to show it remains the best-performing luxury brand with regard to year-over-year sales performance for year-to-date 2009.
Audi sold 5,449 cars and 1,909 SUVs in October.
Audi will continue its new-product momentum later this month with the launch of the Audi A3 TDI®. This model will revolutionize fuel efficiency in the luxury segment by achieving 42 mpg in highway driving, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. That’s a fuel economy rating unmatched by all other luxury models.
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11-03-09, 09:07 AM
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Audi's just came out this morning.
When the last day of the month is on a weekend when the dealers are still selling cars, the sales numbers usually won't be ready to be released yet the following Monday ...
When the last day of the month is on a weekend when the dealers are still selling cars, the sales numbers usually won't be ready to be released yet the following Monday ...
Last edited by Gojirra99; 11-03-09 at 09:13 AM. Reason: typo
11-03-09, 09:13 AM
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Ford
New Products Drive Ford's October Sales, Share Gains
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
•Ford, Lincoln and Mercury October U.S. sales totaled 132,483, up 3 percent versus a year ago and 21 percent higher than September
•October marks the third time in the last four months Ford sales have increased
•October retail share was up for the 12th time in 13 months
•All-new Taurus accelerates in October; Ford dealers report Taurus retail sales nearly tripled year-ago levels
•Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars and crossovers post sales increases; overall car sales were up 11 percent versus a year ago, and crossovers were up 23 percent
•Ford's new F-150 continues to achieve share gains, followed being named the coveted "Truck of Texas" by the Texas Auto Writer's Association
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury October U.S. sales totaled 132,483, up 3 percent versus a year ago and 21 percent higher than September. This marks the third time in the last four months Ford sales have increased.
"Consumer demand for our new high-quality, fuel-efficient products is driving Ford's market share gains," said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing Sales and Service. "Ford vehicles are among the 'freshest' available by any automaker - with more than 80 percent of our sales in October coming from our new 2010 models."
Ford estimates its total market share in October was more than 15 percent - higher than a year ago and higher than its share in the first nine months of 2009. Ford's October retail share was up for the 12th time in 13 months.
"The Ford plan is working, led by the strength of our product lineup and customer demand for our new cars, utilities and trucks," said Czubay. "Consumers increasingly are noticing that the Ford difference is our great products, our strong business and our leadership in quality, fuel efficiency, safety, smart technologies and value."
October Sales Highlights
•All-new Ford Taurus sales totaled 6,076, up 141 percent versus a year ago. Dealers reported retail sales nearly tripled year-ago levels.
•Other new Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars posting increases included the Ford Fusion (up 24 percent), Ford Mustang (up 2 percent) and Lincoln MKZ (up 27 percent).
•Crossover utilities posted strong sales increases: Ford Escape was up 26 percent; Ford Edge up 38 percent; Ford Flex up 8 percent; Mercury Mariner up 36 percent; Lincoln MKX up 15 percent. In addition, sales of the all-new Lincoln MKT crossover were up 36 percent from September.
•Ford's F-Series truck achieved sales of 39,496 and a year-to-year share increase in the full-size pickup category. In addition, the all-new Ford F-150 SVT Raptor captured the coveted "Truck of Texas" award from the Texas Auto Writer's Association. Ford's F-Series has been the No. 1-selling truck in America for 32 years straight.
•Ford's new EcoBoost engine technology is winning customers, too. In October, sales of EcoBoost-equipped models were twice as high as September. EcoBoost provides customers up to 20 percent improvement in fuel economy and a 15 percent reduction in emissions versus larger-displacement engines. EcoBoost is standard on the Taurus SHO and available on the Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT.
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., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
•Ford, Lincoln and Mercury October U.S. sales totaled 132,483, up 3 percent versus a year ago and 21 percent higher than September
•October marks the third time in the last four months Ford sales have increased
•October retail share was up for the 12th time in 13 months
•All-new Taurus accelerates in October; Ford dealers report Taurus retail sales nearly tripled year-ago levels
•Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars and crossovers post sales increases; overall car sales were up 11 percent versus a year ago, and crossovers were up 23 percent
•Ford's new F-150 continues to achieve share gains, followed being named the coveted "Truck of Texas" by the Texas Auto Writer's Association
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury October U.S. sales totaled 132,483, up 3 percent versus a year ago and 21 percent higher than September. This marks the third time in the last four months Ford sales have increased.
"Consumer demand for our new high-quality, fuel-efficient products is driving Ford's market share gains," said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing Sales and Service. "Ford vehicles are among the 'freshest' available by any automaker - with more than 80 percent of our sales in October coming from our new 2010 models."
Ford estimates its total market share in October was more than 15 percent - higher than a year ago and higher than its share in the first nine months of 2009. Ford's October retail share was up for the 12th time in 13 months.
"The Ford plan is working, led by the strength of our product lineup and customer demand for our new cars, utilities and trucks," said Czubay. "Consumers increasingly are noticing that the Ford difference is our great products, our strong business and our leadership in quality, fuel efficiency, safety, smart technologies and value."
October Sales Highlights
•All-new Ford Taurus sales totaled 6,076, up 141 percent versus a year ago. Dealers reported retail sales nearly tripled year-ago levels.
•Other new Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars posting increases included the Ford Fusion (up 24 percent), Ford Mustang (up 2 percent) and Lincoln MKZ (up 27 percent).
•Crossover utilities posted strong sales increases: Ford Escape was up 26 percent; Ford Edge up 38 percent; Ford Flex up 8 percent; Mercury Mariner up 36 percent; Lincoln MKX up 15 percent. In addition, sales of the all-new Lincoln MKT crossover were up 36 percent from September.
•Ford's F-Series truck achieved sales of 39,496 and a year-to-year share increase in the full-size pickup category. In addition, the all-new Ford F-150 SVT Raptor captured the coveted "Truck of Texas" award from the Texas Auto Writer's Association. Ford's F-Series has been the No. 1-selling truck in America for 32 years straight.
•Ford's new EcoBoost engine technology is winning customers, too. In October, sales of EcoBoost-equipped models were twice as high as September. EcoBoost provides customers up to 20 percent improvement in fuel economy and a 15 percent reduction in emissions versus larger-displacement engines. EcoBoost is standard on the Taurus SHO and available on the Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT.
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 OCTOBER 2009 U.S. SALES
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October % Year-To-Date %
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2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
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Sales By Brand
Ford 119,072 114,969 3.6 1,181,440 1,468,488 -19.5
Lincoln 6,735 7,399 -9.0 65,971 90,223 -26.9
Mercury 6,676 6,753 -1.1 75,924 103,631 -26.7
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Total Ford, Lincoln
and Mercury 132,483 129,121 2.6 1,323,335 1,662,342 -20.4
Volvo 4,437 3,717 19.4 51,166 63,745 -19.7
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Total Ford
Motor Company 136,920 132,838 3.1 1,374,501 1,726,087 -20.4
Ford, Lincoln and
Mercury Sales By Type
Cars 45,225 40,854 10.7 491,997 591,606 -16.8
Crossover Utility
Vehicles 27,771 22,552 23.1 292,340 318,455 -8.2
Sport Utility Vehicles 8,572 9,102 -5.8 74,140 137,498 -46.1
Trucks and Vans 50,915 56,613 -10.1 464,858 614,783 -24.4
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Total Trucks 87,258 88,267 -1.1 831,338 1,070,736 -22.4
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Total Vehicles 132,483 129,121 2.6 1,323,335 1,662,342 -20.4
FORD BRAND OCTOBER 2009 U.S. SALES
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October % Year-To-Date %
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2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
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Crown Victoria 3,380 3,299 2.5 28,458 42,616 -33.2
Taurus 6,076 2,517 141.4 33,692 46,167 -27.0
Fusion 13,445 10,836 24.1 148,045 128,381 15.3
Focus 10,119 10,576 -4.3 136,032 175,958 -22.7
Mustang 4,789 4,686 2.2 56,469 83,557 -32.4
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Ford Cars 37,809 31,914 18.5 402,696 476,679 -15.5
Flex 2,182 2,017 8.2 32,058 9,569 235.0
Edge 8,185 5,951 37.5 72,624 99,781 -27.2
Escape 12,471 9,886 26.1 138,739 135,558 2.3
Taurus X 37 1,329 -97.2 6,027 20,907 -71.2
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Ford Crossover
Utility Vehicles 22,875 19,183 19.2 249,448 265,815 -6.2
Expedition 2,878 3,647 -21.1 23,445 46,919 -50.0
Explorer 4,596 3,991 15.2 41,138 68,330 -39.8
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Ford Sport Utility
Vehicles 7,474 7,638 -2.1 64,583 115,249 -44.0
F-Series 39,496 43,324 -8.8 334,922 436,022 -23.2
Ranger 3,910 3,891 0.5 47,826 58,706 -18.5
Econoline/Club Wagon 5,658 8,429 -32.9 72,474 109,848 -34.0
Transit Connect 1,513 0 NA 5,677 0 NA
Low Cab Forward 11 30 -63.3 209 775 -73.0
Heavy Trucks 326 560 -41.8 3,605 5,394 -33.2
--- --- ----- -----
Ford Trucks and Vans 50,914 56,234 -9.5 464,713 610,745 -23.9
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Ford Brand 119,072 114,969 3.6 1,181,440 1,468,488 -19.5
LINCOLN BRAND OCTOBER 2009 U.S. SALES
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October % Year-To-Date %
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2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
MKS 1,609 2,072 -22.3 13,961 8,924 56.4
MKZ 1,661 1,309 26.9 18,158 26,223 -30.8
Town Car 360 1,146 -68.6 9,055 12,831 -29.4
MKX 1,675 1,459 14.8 18,063 25,436 -29.0
MKT 619 0 NA 1,074 0 NA
Navigator 810 1,034 -21.7 5,515 12,771 -56.8
Mark LT 1 379 -99.7 145 4,038 -96.4
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Lincoln Brand 6,735 7,399 -9.0 65,971 90,223 -26.9
MERCURY BRAND OCTOBER 2009 U.S. SALES
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October % Year-To-Date %
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2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Grand Marquis 2,176 1,967 10.6 19,185 25,058 -23.4
Sable 63 645 -90.2 6,154 14,356 -57.1
Milan 1,547 1,801 -14.1 22,788 27,535 -17.2
Mariner 2,602 1,910 36.2 23,755 27,204 -12.7
Mountaineer 288 430 -33.0 4,042 9,478 -57.4
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Mercury Brand 6,676 6,753 -1.1 75,924 103,631 -26.7
VOLVO BRAND OCTOBER 2009 U.S. SALES
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October % Year-To-Date %
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2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
S40 811 501 61.9 6,711 8,638 -22.3
V50 229 187 22.5 1,858 1,557 19.3
S60 26 612 -95.8 5,835 8,269 -29.4
S80 541 424 27.6 6,999 9,235 -24.2
V70 121 140 -13.6 1,542 2,812 -45.2
XC60 900 0 NA 6,784 0 NA
XC70 296 469 -36.9 4,873 8,204 -40.6
XC90 982 901 9.0 8,224 16,193 -49.2
C70 214 244 -12.3 4,625 5,142 -10.1
C30 317 239 32.6 3,715 3,695 0.5
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Volvo Brand 4,437 3,717 19.4 51,166 63,745 -19.7
11-03-09, 09:43 AM
#10
Super Moderator
Daimler AG
Daimler AG Reports a Total of 18,854 Cars Sold for the Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. for October 2009
-- Mercedes-Benz USA Records Highest Sales Month of the Year with Sales of 18,193, an Increase of 21.3 Percent Compared to October 2008
-- smart USA Records 661 Sales in October
NEW YORK, Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division in the U.S. (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 18,854 units, an increase of 9.4 percent compared to October 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported October sales of 18,193 vehicles, its highest month of the year and a 21.3% improvement over October 2008.
"Clearly we're very pleased with this month's result and we believe that we will be able to parlay this into a strong fourth quarter and continued increases in our market share," said Ernst Lieb, President & CEO of MBUSA. Lieb attributed the strong month to a more stabile economic environment relative to last year and to the momentum of the company's new products -- the compact SUV GLK-Class and the new 9th generation E-Class -- as well as volume leaders like its C- and M-Class model lines.
The GLK-Class, introduced in January 2009, has outsold every vehicle in its class on a year-to-date basis. The all-new, 9th generation E-Class, launched in late June, recorded sales of 6,071 for October 2009, up 189.4% over October 2008. The other volume leaders for the month were the C-Class and M-Class with sales of 4,122, and 2,370 respectively.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 153,606 new vehicles, trailing the comparable period last year by 20.1%.
smart USA recorded 661 sales in October 2009. Year-to-date sales now total 13,082 units. Since its introduction in the United States, there are nearly 40,000 smart fortwos traveling the roads throughout America. The smart fortwo offers the right balance of power, outstanding fuel efficiency, innovative safety features, environmental friendliness and excellent value. There are 79 smart centers located in 36 states.
Detailed vehicle sales information for MBUSA will be announced later today in a separate press release issued by Mercedes-Benz USA.
SOURCE Daimler Corporate Communications
-- Mercedes-Benz USA Records Highest Sales Month of the Year with Sales of 18,193, an Increase of 21.3 Percent Compared to October 2008
-- smart USA Records 661 Sales in October
NEW YORK, Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division in the U.S. (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 18,854 units, an increase of 9.4 percent compared to October 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported October sales of 18,193 vehicles, its highest month of the year and a 21.3% improvement over October 2008.
"Clearly we're very pleased with this month's result and we believe that we will be able to parlay this into a strong fourth quarter and continued increases in our market share," said Ernst Lieb, President & CEO of MBUSA. Lieb attributed the strong month to a more stabile economic environment relative to last year and to the momentum of the company's new products -- the compact SUV GLK-Class and the new 9th generation E-Class -- as well as volume leaders like its C- and M-Class model lines.
The GLK-Class, introduced in January 2009, has outsold every vehicle in its class on a year-to-date basis. The all-new, 9th generation E-Class, launched in late June, recorded sales of 6,071 for October 2009, up 189.4% over October 2008. The other volume leaders for the month were the C-Class and M-Class with sales of 4,122, and 2,370 respectively.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 153,606 new vehicles, trailing the comparable period last year by 20.1%.
smart USA recorded 661 sales in October 2009. Year-to-date sales now total 13,082 units. Since its introduction in the United States, there are nearly 40,000 smart fortwos traveling the roads throughout America. The smart fortwo offers the right balance of power, outstanding fuel efficiency, innovative safety features, environmental friendliness and excellent value. There are 79 smart centers located in 36 states.
Detailed vehicle sales information for MBUSA will be announced later today in a separate press release issued by Mercedes-Benz USA.
Code:
Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. Sales Summary Through October 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 18,193 14,996 21.3% 153,606 192,294 -20.1%
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smart USA 661 2,236 -70.4% 13,082 20,392 -35.8%
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Mercedes-Benz USA /
smart USA combined 18,854 17,232 9.4% 166,688 212,686 -21.6%
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11-03-09, 09:45 AM
#11
Super Moderator
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz Reports October Sales of 18,193
Highest Month of the Year
MONTVALE, N.J., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported October sales of 18,193 vehicles, its highest month of the year and a 21.3% improvement over October 2008.
"Clearly we're very pleased with this month's result and we believe that we will be able to parlay this into a strong fourth quarter and continued increases in our market share," said Ernst Lieb, President & CEO of MBUSA. "This is validation of the 'back to basics' approach we have undertaken in partnership with our retail network, utilizing the current economic environment to strengthen the customer experience and promote the value inherent in our product line." Lieb said the sales gains for the month were also influenced by a more stabile economic environment relative to last year and to the momentum of the company's new products -- the compact SUV GLK-Class and the new 9th generation E-Class -- as well as volume leaders like its C- and M-Class model lines.
The GLK-Class, introduced in January 2009, has outsold every vehicle in its class on a year-to-date basis. The all-new, 9th generation E-Class, launched in late June, recorded sales of 6,071 for October 2009, up 189.4% over October 2008. The other volume leaders for the month were the C-Class and M-Class with sales of 4,122, and 2,370 respectively.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 153,606 new vehicles, trailing the comparable period last year by 20.1%.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 5,433 vehicles in October; a 13 percent increase compared to October 2008 sales of 4,807 vehicles. Year-to-date sales for the MBCPO program are 62,161, a 17.8 percent increase over 2008 year-to-date sales (52,753 vehicles).
SOURCE Mercedes-Benz USA
Highest Month of the Year
MONTVALE, N.J., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported October sales of 18,193 vehicles, its highest month of the year and a 21.3% improvement over October 2008.
"Clearly we're very pleased with this month's result and we believe that we will be able to parlay this into a strong fourth quarter and continued increases in our market share," said Ernst Lieb, President & CEO of MBUSA. "This is validation of the 'back to basics' approach we have undertaken in partnership with our retail network, utilizing the current economic environment to strengthen the customer experience and promote the value inherent in our product line." Lieb said the sales gains for the month were also influenced by a more stabile economic environment relative to last year and to the momentum of the company's new products -- the compact SUV GLK-Class and the new 9th generation E-Class -- as well as volume leaders like its C- and M-Class model lines.
The GLK-Class, introduced in January 2009, has outsold every vehicle in its class on a year-to-date basis. The all-new, 9th generation E-Class, launched in late June, recorded sales of 6,071 for October 2009, up 189.4% over October 2008. The other volume leaders for the month were the C-Class and M-Class with sales of 4,122, and 2,370 respectively.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 153,606 new vehicles, trailing the comparable period last year by 20.1%.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 5,433 vehicles in October; a 13 percent increase compared to October 2008 sales of 4,807 vehicles. Year-to-date sales for the MBCPO program are 62,161, a 17.8 percent increase over 2008 year-to-date sales (52,753 vehicles).
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Model October '09 October '08 Monthly % YTD 2009 YTD 2008 Yearly %
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C-CLASS 4,122 4,594 -10.3% 43,556 61,959 -29.7%
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E-CLASS 6,071 2,098 189.4% 32,811 32,848 -0.1%
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S-CLASS 1,114 1,208 -7.8% 8,920 15,715 -43.2%
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CL-CLASS 66 223 -70.4% 1,118 2,399 -53.4%
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SL-CLASS 409 276 48.2% 3,516 5,012 -29.8%
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CLK-CLASS 232 737 -68.5% 6,674 9,129 -26.9%
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SLK-CLASS 116 228 -49.1% 2,319 4,394 -47.2%
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CLS-CLASS 177 189 -6.3% 2,336 4,982 -53.1%
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R-CLASS 171 378 -54.8% 2,509 6,881 -63.5%
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M-CLASS 2,370 3,150 -24.8% 19,777 28,648 -31.0%
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G-CLASS 86 59 45.8% 521 711 -26.7%
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GL-CLASS 1,426 1,856 -23.2% 11,701 19,616 -40.3%
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GLK-CLASS 1,833 - - 17,848 - -
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GRAND TOTAL 18,193 14,996 21.3% 153,606 192,294 -20.1%
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That's over 6,000!!!! Congratz MB.
11-03-09, 10:23 AM
#13
Super Moderator
Chrysler Group LLC
Chrysler Group LLC Reports October 2009 U.S. Sales Increase Compared with September 2009
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ --
Sales increase 6 percent compared with September 2009
Dodge Avenger posts year-over-year increase in sales of 13 percent
Dodge Grand Caravan sales increase 8 percent compared with the same time period last year
Chrysler Brand, led by the Chrysler Sebring, saw total sales increase 42 percent versus September 2009
Six out of nine Dodge cars post total sales increases versus September 2009
Chrysler Group LLC today reported a 6 percent increase in total U.S. sales compared with September 2009. Chrysler and Dodge brands reported month-over-month increases.
Chrysler Group reported total U.S. sales for October of 65,803 units, an increase of 6 percent compared with September and a decrease of 30 percent compared with the same time period in 2008. The company finished the month with 159,428 units in inventory, representing a 68-day supply. Inventory is down 60 percent versus October 2008 when it totaled 395,996 units. Overall industry figures for October are projected to come in at an estimated 10.4 million SAAR.
"The industry showed signs of improvement this month with increasing sales, which is a trend we expect to continue for the remainder of the year," said Fred Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer-Ram Brand and Lead Executive for the Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC. "Chrysler Group expects to get its fair share of the increases as November and December traditionally are two of the best months for SUV sales, and the Jeep® brand offers customers the best SUVs in the marketplace."
October Brand U.S. Sales Highlights
Dodge Car Brand sales (26,265 units) increased 24 percent compared with September 2009
Six out of nine Dodge Car Brand vehicles posted sales increases compared with the previous month: Dodge Avenger, up 48 percent; Dodge Challenger, up 35 percent; Dodge Viper, up 47 percent; Dodge Journey, up 23 percent, Dodge Nitro up 26 percent and Dodge Grand Caravan, up 119 percent
Dodge Avenger and Dodge Grand Caravan post year-over-year sales increases of 13 percent and 8 percent respectively
Chrysler Brand vehicles post a 42 percent increase (12,815 units) compared with September 2009
Chrysler Sebring sales (2,219 units) increased 75 percent versus September 2009
Chrysler Sebring Convertible sales increased 77 percent versus the previous month
Ram Truck Brand saw Dodge Dakota sales increase 29 percent versus September
Production of the all-new 2010 Ram Heavy Duty pickup has begun, and trucks will start arriving in U.S. dealerships just in time for the holidays
Three Jeep Brand vehicles saw retail sales increases in October compared with September 2009. The three vehicles are: Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot and Jeep Commander
Mopar U.S. net sales were down 6 percent compared with September 2009, reflecting challenging market conditions
In October, Mopar announced hundreds of new products, including: live mobile TV with up to 20 channels and, for racing and off-road enthusiasts, new crate engines, long blocks and aluminum HEMI® engine blocks (December availability)
The brand also announced the opening of the Mopar eStore later this month at www.mopar.com, where consumers will have the opportunity to conveniently order parts and accessories online and have them delivered directly to their doorstep by the nearest dealer
Incentives
Chrysler Group LLC today announced it was furthering its "Invest in America" partnership with more than 2,000 credit unions in the United States by offering preferred pricing on eligible Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram Truck vehicles through Nov. 30 to the more than 90 million credit union members.
In addition, Chrysler Group LLC announced the following incentives, valid through Nov. 30, 2009.
2010 Model Year Vehicles
Chrysler Brand:
Chrysler brand announces a variety of incentive programs to fit almost any need offering consumers various combinations of attractive financing rates and consumer cash.
Starting November 4, Chrysler offers attractive financing rates, including 0 percent interest for up to 48 months, along with a no-cost service/maintenance program for three years/36,000 miles
The no-cost maintenance program includes full mechanical coverage, most scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, roadside assistance, trip interruption and alternate transportation when the vehicle is being serviced. Consumers should visit their local Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealer for full details of the no-cost maintenance program
Qualified consumers can choose low APR financing, including 0 percent for up to 48 months, on select 2010 model year vehicles through GMAC Financial Services, or consumer cash of up to $2,500
Jeep Brand:
Beginning today, the Jeep brand announces the following incentives:
Starting November 4, Jeep offers attractive financing rates, including 0 percent interest for up to 48 months, along with a no-cost service/maintenance program for three years/36,000 miles
Qualified consumers can choose low APR financing, including 0 percent for up to 60 months or consumer cash of up to $3,000
Current Jeep vehicle owners also are eligible for $500 Owner Loyalty Bonus Cash
Dodge Car Brand:
Dodge Car Brand is offering consumers:
A combination of attractive financing rates as low as 0 percent for up to 48 months and consumer cash of up to $1,000
Low financing rates for qualified customers, including 0 percent financing for up to 48 months or consumer cash of up to $2,000
Ram Truck Brand:
Ram Truck Brand is offering consumers:
A combination of attractive financing rates as low as 0 percent for up to 48 months and consumer cash of up to $1,000
Low financing rates for qualified customers, including 0 percent financing for up to 48 months or consumer cash of up to $3,500
Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram dealers continue to offer competitive lease rates on all 2010 model year vehicles. Featured vehicles with special lease rates through Nov. 30, 2009 are: Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Journey, Jeep Liberty and Wrangler and Ram 1500.
2009 Model Year Vehicles
A limited number of 2009 model year Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles are available with a combination of consumer cash and attractive financing rates.
SOURCE Chrysler Group LLC
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ --
Sales increase 6 percent compared with September 2009
Dodge Avenger posts year-over-year increase in sales of 13 percent
Dodge Grand Caravan sales increase 8 percent compared with the same time period last year
Chrysler Brand, led by the Chrysler Sebring, saw total sales increase 42 percent versus September 2009
Six out of nine Dodge cars post total sales increases versus September 2009
Chrysler Group LLC today reported a 6 percent increase in total U.S. sales compared with September 2009. Chrysler and Dodge brands reported month-over-month increases.
Chrysler Group reported total U.S. sales for October of 65,803 units, an increase of 6 percent compared with September and a decrease of 30 percent compared with the same time period in 2008. The company finished the month with 159,428 units in inventory, representing a 68-day supply. Inventory is down 60 percent versus October 2008 when it totaled 395,996 units. Overall industry figures for October are projected to come in at an estimated 10.4 million SAAR.
"The industry showed signs of improvement this month with increasing sales, which is a trend we expect to continue for the remainder of the year," said Fred Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer-Ram Brand and Lead Executive for the Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC. "Chrysler Group expects to get its fair share of the increases as November and December traditionally are two of the best months for SUV sales, and the Jeep® brand offers customers the best SUVs in the marketplace."
October Brand U.S. Sales Highlights
Dodge Car Brand sales (26,265 units) increased 24 percent compared with September 2009
Six out of nine Dodge Car Brand vehicles posted sales increases compared with the previous month: Dodge Avenger, up 48 percent; Dodge Challenger, up 35 percent; Dodge Viper, up 47 percent; Dodge Journey, up 23 percent, Dodge Nitro up 26 percent and Dodge Grand Caravan, up 119 percent
Dodge Avenger and Dodge Grand Caravan post year-over-year sales increases of 13 percent and 8 percent respectively
Chrysler Brand vehicles post a 42 percent increase (12,815 units) compared with September 2009
Chrysler Sebring sales (2,219 units) increased 75 percent versus September 2009
Chrysler Sebring Convertible sales increased 77 percent versus the previous month
Ram Truck Brand saw Dodge Dakota sales increase 29 percent versus September
Production of the all-new 2010 Ram Heavy Duty pickup has begun, and trucks will start arriving in U.S. dealerships just in time for the holidays
Three Jeep Brand vehicles saw retail sales increases in October compared with September 2009. The three vehicles are: Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot and Jeep Commander
Mopar U.S. net sales were down 6 percent compared with September 2009, reflecting challenging market conditions
In October, Mopar announced hundreds of new products, including: live mobile TV with up to 20 channels and, for racing and off-road enthusiasts, new crate engines, long blocks and aluminum HEMI® engine blocks (December availability)
The brand also announced the opening of the Mopar eStore later this month at www.mopar.com, where consumers will have the opportunity to conveniently order parts and accessories online and have them delivered directly to their doorstep by the nearest dealer
Incentives
Chrysler Group LLC today announced it was furthering its "Invest in America" partnership with more than 2,000 credit unions in the United States by offering preferred pricing on eligible Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram Truck vehicles through Nov. 30 to the more than 90 million credit union members.
In addition, Chrysler Group LLC announced the following incentives, valid through Nov. 30, 2009.
2010 Model Year Vehicles
Chrysler Brand:
Chrysler brand announces a variety of incentive programs to fit almost any need offering consumers various combinations of attractive financing rates and consumer cash.
Starting November 4, Chrysler offers attractive financing rates, including 0 percent interest for up to 48 months, along with a no-cost service/maintenance program for three years/36,000 miles
The no-cost maintenance program includes full mechanical coverage, most scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, roadside assistance, trip interruption and alternate transportation when the vehicle is being serviced. Consumers should visit their local Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealer for full details of the no-cost maintenance program
Qualified consumers can choose low APR financing, including 0 percent for up to 48 months, on select 2010 model year vehicles through GMAC Financial Services, or consumer cash of up to $2,500
Jeep Brand:
Beginning today, the Jeep brand announces the following incentives:
Starting November 4, Jeep offers attractive financing rates, including 0 percent interest for up to 48 months, along with a no-cost service/maintenance program for three years/36,000 miles
Qualified consumers can choose low APR financing, including 0 percent for up to 60 months or consumer cash of up to $3,000
Current Jeep vehicle owners also are eligible for $500 Owner Loyalty Bonus Cash
Dodge Car Brand:
Dodge Car Brand is offering consumers:
A combination of attractive financing rates as low as 0 percent for up to 48 months and consumer cash of up to $1,000
Low financing rates for qualified customers, including 0 percent financing for up to 48 months or consumer cash of up to $2,000
Ram Truck Brand:
Ram Truck Brand is offering consumers:
A combination of attractive financing rates as low as 0 percent for up to 48 months and consumer cash of up to $1,000
Low financing rates for qualified customers, including 0 percent financing for up to 48 months or consumer cash of up to $3,500
Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram dealers continue to offer competitive lease rates on all 2010 model year vehicles. Featured vehicles with special lease rates through Nov. 30, 2009 are: Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Journey, Jeep Liberty and Wrangler and Ram 1500.
2009 Model Year Vehicles
A limited number of 2009 model year Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles are available with a combination of consumer cash and attractive financing rates.
Code:
Chrysler Group LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru October 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 2,548 3,772 -32% 19,979 65,200 -69%
300 2,914 3,415 -15% 32,236 55,222 -42%
Crossfire 0 253 -100% 499 1,819 -73%
PT Cruiser 135 3,145 -96% 16,895 45,490 -63%
Aspen 54 1,045 -95% 5,906 18,726 -68%
Pacifica 0 606 -100% 1,955 6,227 -69%
Town & Country 7,164 7,667 -7% 68,879 102,954 -33%
CHRYSLER BRAND 12,815 19,903 -36% 146,349 295,638 -50%
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Compass 327 855 -62% 10,352 23,244 -55%
Patriot 1,148 3,252 -65% 26,744 50,596 -47%
Wrangler 5,305 6,292 -16% 70,350 71,427 -2%
Liberty 2,725 3,918 -30% 35,378 58,211 -39%
Grand Cherokee 3,256 5,638 -42% 43,146 62,971 -31%
Commander 739 1,405 -47% 9,582 24,059 -60%
JEEP BRAND 13,500 21,360 -37% 195,552 290,508 -33%
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Caliber 583 4,438 -87% 30,397 78,507 -61%
Avenger 4,221 3,723 13% 31,552 57,551 -45%
Charger 4,864 6,255 -22% 50,974 86,475 -41%
Challenger 2,398 3,014 -20% 21,276 11,457 86%
Viper 28 87 -68% 395 959 -59%
Magnum 0 56 -100% 113 6,833 -98%
Journey 3,678 4,380 -16% 41,520 40,007 4%
Caravan 9,020 8,369 8% 73,932 110,767 -33%
Nitro 1,426 2,457 -42% 15,071 32,528 -54%
Durango 47 984 -95% 3,463 18,323 -81%
DODGE BRAND 26,265 33,763 -22% 268,693 443,407 -39%
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Dakota 515 957 -46% 9,409 22,583 -58%
Ram P/U 12,262 17,626 -30% 155,467 213,684 -27%
Sprinter 446 921 -52% 5,849 12,229 -52%
RAM BRAND 13,223 19,504 -32% 170,725 248,496 -31%
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TOTAL CHRYSLER
GROUP LLC 65,803 94,530 -30% 781,319 1,278,049 -39%
TOTAL CAR 17,556 25,014 -30% 187,423 365,115 -49%
TOTAL TRUCK 48,247 69,516 -31% 593,896 912,934 -35%
Selling Days 28 27 257 257
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11-03-09, 10:36 AM
#14
Super Moderator
Infiniti/Nissan
Nissan North America Announces October Sales
Nissan Posts 5.6 Percent Sales Increase Over Last Year
FRANKLIN, Tenn., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported October 2009 sales of 60,115 units versus 56,945 units last year, an increase of 5.6 percent, compared with October 2008. Nissan Division sales rose 7.7 percent for the month, while sales of Infiniti vehicles were 9.3 percent lower than a year ago.
NNA INFORMATION
Combined Nissan and Infiniti sales of 60,115 units were 5.6 percent higher than October sales last year of 59,945 units.
To ensure consistency in global sales reporting, Nissan North America calculates monthly variances on a straight-percentage basis, unadjusted for the number of selling days. October had 28 selling days, compared with 27 selling days in October 2008.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
Nissan vehicles posted sales of 53,664 units in October compared with 49,833 units sold in October 2008, a 7.7 percent increase.
Rogue recorded the best October in history with sales of 5,958 vehicles, up 6.7 percent from the same month last year.
Truck sales rose 17.5 percent in October 2009 compared with a year ago, led by sales increases of 97.2 percent for Armada, 67.6 percent for Titan and 48 percent for Frontier
On the car side, Sentra sales increased 39.3 percent in October versus a year ago, sales of the 370Z rose 59.1 percent and Maxima sales were up 5.8 percent.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
Infiniti sales for October 2009 were 6,451 units, down 9.3 percent from the 7,112 units sold in the same month last year.
Sales of the G Coupe rose 45.6 percent for the month, compared with October 2008
The Infiniti QX56 continued to grow sales, posting a 42.6 percent increase last month over a year ago.
SOURCE Nissan North America, Inc.
Nissan Posts 5.6 Percent Sales Increase Over Last Year
FRANKLIN, Tenn., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported October 2009 sales of 60,115 units versus 56,945 units last year, an increase of 5.6 percent, compared with October 2008. Nissan Division sales rose 7.7 percent for the month, while sales of Infiniti vehicles were 9.3 percent lower than a year ago.
NNA INFORMATION
Combined Nissan and Infiniti sales of 60,115 units were 5.6 percent higher than October sales last year of 59,945 units.
To ensure consistency in global sales reporting, Nissan North America calculates monthly variances on a straight-percentage basis, unadjusted for the number of selling days. October had 28 selling days, compared with 27 selling days in October 2008.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
Nissan vehicles posted sales of 53,664 units in October compared with 49,833 units sold in October 2008, a 7.7 percent increase.
Rogue recorded the best October in history with sales of 5,958 vehicles, up 6.7 percent from the same month last year.
Truck sales rose 17.5 percent in October 2009 compared with a year ago, led by sales increases of 97.2 percent for Armada, 67.6 percent for Titan and 48 percent for Frontier
On the car side, Sentra sales increased 39.3 percent in October versus a year ago, sales of the 370Z rose 59.1 percent and Maxima sales were up 5.8 percent.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
Infiniti sales for October 2009 were 6,451 units, down 9.3 percent from the 7,112 units sold in the same month last year.
Sales of the G Coupe rose 45.6 percent for the month, compared with October 2008
The Infiniti QX56 continued to grow sales, posting a 42.6 percent increase last month over a year ago.
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NISSAN DIVISION
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October October Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD
2009 2008 % chg 2009 2008 % chg
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Nissan Division
Total 53,664 49,833 7.7 574,074 745,558 -23.0
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Versa 6,786 6,889 -1.5 70,543 75,509 -6.6
----- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----
Sentra 6,128 4,400 39.3 71,304 89,036 -19.9
------ ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ -----
Cube 2,097 0 0.0 16,849 0 0.0
---- ----- - --- ------ - ---
Altima 14,773 17,753 -16.8 169,435 241,529 -29.8
------ ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
Maxima 4,593 4,341 5.8 42,936 40,955 4.8
------ ----- ----- --- ------ ------ ---
350/370Z 824 518 59.1 11,480 9,320 23.2
-------- --- --- ---- ------ ----- ----
GT-R 117 321 -63.6 1,323 1,373 -3.6
---- --- --- ----- ----- ----- ----
Total Car 35,318 34,222 3.2 383,870 457,722 -16.1
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Frontier 2,295 1,551 48.0 23,420 42,424 -44.8
-------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ -----
Titan 1,688 1,007 67.6 15,393 30,907 -50.2
----- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ -----
Xterra 1,516 1,136 33.5 12,909 30,842 -58.1
------ ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ -----
Pathfinder 1,598 1,142 39.9 14,397 30,790 -53.2
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Armada 1,055 535 97.2 7,312 14,040 -47.9
------ ----- --- ---- ----- ------ -----
Rogue 5,958 5,584 6.7 65,570 60,636 8.1
----- ----- ----- --- ------ ------ ---
Murano 3,881 4,302 -9.8 43,120 60,778 -29.1
------ ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ -----
Quest 355 354 0.3 8,083 17,419 -53.6
----- --- --- --- ----- ------ -----
Total Truck 18,346 15,611 17.5 190,204 287,836 -33.9
----------- ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- -----
North American
produced 40,787 39,108 4.3 435,732 613,451 -29.0
-------------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- -----
Car 32,280 33,383 -3.3 354,218 447,029 -20.8
--- ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- -----
Truck 8,507 5,725 48.6 81,514 166,422 -51.0
----- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------- -----
Import 12,877 10,725 20.1 138,342 132,107 4.7
------ ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- ---
Car 3,038 839 262.1 29,652 10,693 177.3
--- ----- --- ----- ------ ------ -----
Truck 9,839 9,886 -0.5 108,690 121,414 -10.5
----- ----- ----- ---- ------- ------- -----
INFINITI DIVISION
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October October Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD
2009 2008 % chg 2009 2008 % chg
---- ---- ----- ---- ---- -----
Infiniti Division
Total 6,451 7,112 -9.3 66,337 97,086 -31.7
--------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ -----
G Sedan 2,448 2,647 -7.5 26,714 37,545 -28.8
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G Coupe 1,441 990 45.6 12,005 17,197 -30.2
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M 536 1,193 -55.1 7,277 13,238 -45.0
- --- ----- ----- ----- ------ -----
QX56 613 430 42.6 4,770 6,789 -29.7
---- --- --- ---- ----- ----- -----
EX 560 898 -37.6 6,419 11,187 -42.6
-- --- --- ----- ----- ------ -----
FX 853 954 -10.6 9,152 11,130 -17.8
-- --- --- ----- ----- ------ -----
Total Car 4,425 4,830 -8.4 45,996 67,980 -32.3
--------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ -----
Total Truck 2,026 2,282 -11.2 20,341 29,106 -30.1
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NISSAN & INFINITI
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October October Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD
2009 2008 % chg 2009 2008 % chg
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TOTAL VEHICLE 60,115 56,945 5.6 640,411 842,644 -24.0
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Total Car 39,743 39,052 1.8 429,866 525,702 -18.2
--------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- -----
Total Truck 20,372 17,893 13.9 210,545 316,942 -33.6
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Selling days 28 27 257 257
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* All numbers include Hawaii
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Toyota Reports October Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 3 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported October sales of 152,165 vehicles, a decrease of 3.5 percent from last October, on a daily selling rate basis.
The Toyota Division posted October sales of 132,663 units, a decrease of 5.8 percent from the same period last year. The Lexus Division reported October sales of 19,502 units, an increase of 15.5 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 85,169 units, a decrease of 3.3 percent from last October. Passenger car sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid, which posted combined October sales of 30,136 units. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted October sales of 13,496 units, up 10.3 percent over the year-ago month. Corolla recorded sales of 25,717 units. Venza reported sales of 5,035 units for the month.
Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of 47,494 units, down 10.0 percent from the year-ago month. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV with October sales of 13,971 units, up 10.2 percent over the same time last year. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 5,979 units for the month. The Tacoma mid-size pickup reported sales of 8,921 units in October. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded sales of 7,537 units for the month, up 13.1 percent over last October. Sienna recorded October sales of 8,249 units.
Scion posted October sales of 3,862 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 1,782 units. The tC sports coupe posted October sales of 1,057 units. The xD reported sales of 1,023 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported October sales of 10,441 units, up 7.9 percent from the year-ago month. Passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan, with sales of 4,413 units, up 2.8 percent over last October. The IS entry luxury sport line posted combined October sales of 3,162 units, up 10 percent over the same period last year.
Lexus Division light trucks reported October sales of 9,061 units, up 25.7 percent over the same period last year. Lexus sales were led by the RX luxury utility vehicle which posted combined October sales of 8,316 units, up 54.8 percent over the year-ago month. The RX 450h hybrid luxury utility vehicle reported sales of 1,567 units for the month, up 145.7 percent over last October.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted October sales of 18,757 hybrid vehicles, up 10.9 percent over the same period last year. Toyota Division posted sales of 15,603 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division posted October sales of 3,154 hybrids.
There were 28 selling days this month, compared to 27 selling days last October.
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SOURCE Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Toyota Reports October Sales
TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 3 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported October sales of 152,165 vehicles, a decrease of 3.5 percent from last October, on a daily selling rate basis.
The Toyota Division posted October sales of 132,663 units, a decrease of 5.8 percent from the same period last year. The Lexus Division reported October sales of 19,502 units, an increase of 15.5 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 85,169 units, a decrease of 3.3 percent from last October. Passenger car sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid, which posted combined October sales of 30,136 units. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted October sales of 13,496 units, up 10.3 percent over the year-ago month. Corolla recorded sales of 25,717 units. Venza reported sales of 5,035 units for the month.
Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of 47,494 units, down 10.0 percent from the year-ago month. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV with October sales of 13,971 units, up 10.2 percent over the same time last year. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 5,979 units for the month. The Tacoma mid-size pickup reported sales of 8,921 units in October. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded sales of 7,537 units for the month, up 13.1 percent over last October. Sienna recorded October sales of 8,249 units.
Scion posted October sales of 3,862 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 1,782 units. The tC sports coupe posted October sales of 1,057 units. The xD reported sales of 1,023 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported October sales of 10,441 units, up 7.9 percent from the year-ago month. Passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan, with sales of 4,413 units, up 2.8 percent over last October. The IS entry luxury sport line posted combined October sales of 3,162 units, up 10 percent over the same period last year.
Lexus Division light trucks reported October sales of 9,061 units, up 25.7 percent over the same period last year. Lexus sales were led by the RX luxury utility vehicle which posted combined October sales of 8,316 units, up 54.8 percent over the year-ago month. The RX 450h hybrid luxury utility vehicle reported sales of 1,567 units for the month, up 145.7 percent over last October.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted October sales of 18,757 hybrid vehicles, up 10.9 percent over the same period last year. Toyota Division posted sales of 15,603 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division posted October sales of 3,154 hybrids.
There were 28 selling days this month, compared to 27 selling days last October.
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TOYOTA RETAIL SALES
(INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII)
October, 2009
-- CURRENT MONTH -- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE --
DSR % DSR %
2009 2008 CHG 2009 2008 CHG
---- ---- --- ---- ---- ---
YARIS 4,384 4,871 -13.2 55,169 93,366 -40.9
COROLLA 25,717 27,386 -9.4 240,755 307,071 -21.6
CAMRY 30,136 30,556 -4.9 294,493 386,118 -23.7
VENZA 5,035 0 N/A 44,451 0 N/A
AVALON 2,539 3,543 -30.9 22,417 37,852 -40.8
PRIUS 13,496 11,804 10.3 118,290 142,365 -16.9
SCION xA 0 0 N/A 3 39 -92.3
SCION xB 1,782 2,594 -33.8 22,313 41,265 -45.9
SCION tC 1,057 2,224 -54.2 16,085 37,904 -57.6
SCION xD 1,023 1,925 -48.8 12,709 25,294 -49.8
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV.
PASS. CAR 85,169 84,904 -3.3 826,687 1,071,276 -22.8
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ES 4,413 4,141 2.8 37,844 54,783 -30.9
HS 1,527 0 N/A 3,312 0 N/A
LS 804 1,502 -48.4 8,192 17,532 -53.3
SC 41 98 -59.7 636 1,787 -64.4
GS 494 819 -41.8 5,771 13,838 -58.3
IS 3,162 2,772 10.0 31,073 43,144 -28.0
TOTAL LEXUS PASS.
CAR 10,441 9,332 7.9 86,828 131,084 -33.8
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TOTAL TOYOTA PASS.
CAR 95,610 94,236 -2.2 913,515 1,202,360 -24.0
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SIENNA 8,249 8,003 -0.6 68,021 102,890 -33.9
RAV4 13,971 12,227 10.2 120,834 118,965 1.6
FJ CRUISER 849 1,657 -50.6 9,230 23,353 -60.5
4RUNNER 345 3,555 -90.6 13,472 40,861 -67.0
HIGHLANDER 5,979 7,032 -18.0 67,463 88,983 -24.2
LAND CRUISER 165 185 -14.0 1,912 3,388 -43.6
SEQUOIA 1,478 1,829 -22.1 13,230 26,421 -49.9
TOTAL SUV 22,787 26,485 -17.0 226,141 301,971 -25.1
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4X2 TACOMA 4,144 5,202 -23.2 46,883 70,975 -33.9
4X4 TACOMA 4,777 4,799 -4.0 47,811 56,341 -15.1
TOTAL TACOMA 8,921 10,001 -14.0 94,694 127,316 -25.6
TUNDRA 7,537 6,425 13.1 64,136 121,451 -47.2
TOTAL PICKUP 16,458 16,426 -3.4 158,830 248,767 -36.2
TOTAL TOYOTA
DIV. LT TRUCK 47,494 50,914 -10.0 452,992 653,628 -30.7
LX 404 567 -31.3 2,917 6,983 -58.2
GX 341 1,204 -72.7 5,524 14,036 -60.6
RX 8,316 5,180 54.8 73,641 68,399 7.7
TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT
TRUCK 9,061 6,951 25.7 82,082 89,418 -8.2
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TOTAL TOYOTA LIGHT
TRUCK 56,555 57,865 -5.8 535,074 743,046 -28.0
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TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 132,663 135,818 -5.8 1,279,679 1,724,904 -25.8
TOTAL LEXUS 19,502 16,283 15.5 168,910 220,502 -23.4
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TOTAL TOYOTA 152,165 152,101 -3.5 1,448,589 1,945,406 -25.5
MEMO:
DOM. COROLLA 25,615 20,530 20.3 210,022 219,320 -4.2
DOM. CAMRY 29,830 30,270 -5.0 285,069 379,270 -24.8
DOM. RAV4 4,959 0 N/A 36,114 0 N/A
DOM. HIGHLANDER 1,023 0 N/A 1,023 0 N/A
DOM. PICKUP 16,458 16,426 -3.4 158,830 248,765 -36.2
DOM. RX 5,286 4,356 17.0 48,898 50,389 -3.0
SELLING DAYS 28 27 257 257
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TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT
CAR 22,150 30,561 -30.1 264,728 434,834 -39.1
LEXUS IMPORT CAR 10,441 9,332 7.9 86,828 131,084 -33.8
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT
CARS 63,019 54,343 11.8 561,959 636,442 -11.7
TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 95,610 94,236 -2.2 913,515 1,202,360 -24.0
TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT
LT TRUCK 16,350 24,656 -36.1 176,797 275,550 -35.8
LEXUS IMPORT LT
TRUCK 3,775 2,595 40.3 33,184 39,029 -15.0
TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT
LT TRUCK 31,144 26,258 14.4 276,195 378,078 -26.9
LEXUS NA BUILT LT
TRUCK 5,286 4,356 17.0 48,898 50,389 -3.0
TOTAL TOYOTA LT
TRUCK 56,555 57,865 -5.8 535,074 743,046 -28.0
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SPORT UTILITY
VEHICLES 30,999 31,779 -5.9 298,993 368,036 -18.8
Memo: Lexus Sport
Utility 9,061 6,951 25.7 82,082 89,418 -8.2
SMALL VANS 8,249 8,003 -0.6 68,021 102,890 -33.9
PICKUPS 16,458 16,426 -3.4 158,830 248,767 -36.2
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* NORTH AMERICAN
BUILT VEHICLES
COROLLA 25,615 20,530 20.3 210,022 219,320 -4.2
CAMRY 29,830 30,270 -5.0 285,069 379,270 -24.8
VENZA 5,035 0 N/A 44,451 0 N/A
AVALON 2,539 3,543 -30.9 22,417 37,852 -40.8
SIENNA 8,249 8,003 -0.6 68,021 102,890 -33.9
RAV4 4,959 0 N/A 36,114 0 N/A
HIGHLANDER 1,023 0 N/A 1,023 0 N/A
PICKUP 16,458 16,426 -3.4 158,830 248,765 -36.2
SEQUOIA 1,478 1,829 -22.1 13,230 26,421 -49.9
RX 5,286 4,356 17.0 48,898 50,389 -3.0
TOTAL 100,472 84,957 14.0 888,075 1,064,907 -16.6
N.A. VEHICLES
% OF TOTAL 66.0% 55.9% 61.3% 54.7%
SELLING DAYS 28 27 257 257
DSR = DAILY SELLING RATE
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SOURCE Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.