July 2010 Auto Sales Thread (Canada added)
07-31-10, 08:50 PM
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July 2010 Auto Sales Thread (Canada added)
June 2010
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July 2009
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Sub entry level/confuse us all/segment/entry level without the badge
Classic American Luxury
DTS- 1,207
Town Car-412
Muscle Cars
Mustang- 7,489
Camaro- 7,486
Challenger- 3,695
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July 2009
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...highlight=july
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Luxury marques
BMW- 19,064
Lexus- 18,595
Mercedes- 17,367
Buick- 16,799
Cadillac- 14,919
Acura- 13,017
Infiniti- 9,764
Audi- 7,817
Lincoln- 5,586
Volvo- 4,319
Porsche- 2,703
Land Rover- 2,292
Jaguar- 1,516
Saab- 470
BMW- 19,064
Lexus- 18,595
Mercedes- 17,367
Buick- 16,799
Cadillac- 14,919
Acura- 13,017
Infiniti- 9,764
Audi- 7,817
Lincoln- 5,586
Volvo- 4,319
Porsche- 2,703
Land Rover- 2,292
Jaguar- 1,516
Saab- 470
Sub entry level/confuse us all/segment/entry level without the badge
Lacrosse- 7,047
Maxima- 6,053
Taurus-5,046
CC- 3,394
TSX- 3,242
Avalon- 2,815
Genesis-2,309
300- 2,282
Regal- 1,703
1-series- 1,382
A3- 424
C30-378
S40-328[
Maxima- 6,053
Taurus-5,046
CC- 3,394
TSX- 3,242
Avalon- 2,815
Genesis-2,309
300- 2,282
Regal- 1,703
1-series- 1,382
A3- 424
C30-378
S40-328[
Entry Level Luxury
3 series-8,897
G37 both- 5,729
C class-5,309
CTS- 5,516
G37- 4,135
ES- 4,093
A4+A5= 3,903
TL- 3,123
IS- 3,100
Lucerne- 3,010
A4- 2,665
MKZ- 1,590
HS- 165 (stop sale for most of the month)
S60-0
3 series-8,897
G37 both- 5,729
C class-5,309
CTS- 5,516
G37- 4,135
ES- 4,093
A4+A5= 3,903
TL- 3,123
IS- 3,100
Lucerne- 3,010
A4- 2,665
MKZ- 1,590
HS- 165 (stop sale for most of the month)
S60-0
Mid Luxury
E Class-5,462 (includes coupes)
5 series- 2,724
M37/56- 1,277
MKS- 969
S80- 668
XF- 627
A6- 620
GS- 592
STS- 259
RL- 172
E Class-5,462 (includes coupes)
5 series- 2,724
M37/56- 1,277
MKS- 969
S80- 668
XF- 627
A6- 620
GS- 592
STS- 259
RL- 172
Large Luxury
LS- 986
7 series-904
Panamera-807
S Class- 779
XJ- 630
A8- 120
LS- 986
7 series-904
Panamera-807
S Class- 779
XJ- 630
A8- 120
Classic American Luxury
DTS- 1,207
Town Car-412
Cute-Ute
Q5- 1,930
GLK-1,805
RDX- 1,708
XC60- 1,129
EX- 669
X3- 55
Q5- 1,930
GLK-1,805
RDX- 1,708
XC60- 1,129
EX- 669
X3- 55
Mid Ute
RX- 8,162
SRX- 5,723
Enclave- 5,039
MDX- 4,194
X5- 2,815
M class-1,973
MKX-1,443
GX- 1,175
Cayenne-910
XC90- 829
RR Sport - 793
FX- 778
ZDX- 578
X6- 550
LR4 - 522
Toureg-238
RX- 8,162
SRX- 5,723
Enclave- 5,039
MDX- 4,194
X5- 2,815
M class-1,973
MKX-1,443
GX- 1,175
Cayenne-910
XC90- 829
RR Sport - 793
FX- 778
ZDX- 578
X6- 550
LR4 - 522
Toureg-238
Large Ute
Escalade- 2,209(All Versions)
QX- 1,319
GL-1,179
Range Rover- 623
MKT-606
Q7- 602
Navigator-566
LX- 286
G- 48
Escalade- 2,209(All Versions)
QX- 1,319
GL-1,179
Range Rover- 623
MKT-606
Q7- 602
Navigator-566
LX- 286
G- 48
Coupes
G37- 1,586
A5- 1,238
Corvette-1,199
6 series- 987
370Z- 976
911- 594
Cayman/Boxster- 392
C70-385
XK-259
Z4- 236
SL-194
TT- 166
CL-99
RX-8- 94
GT-R- 86
SLK-60
R8- 52
SLS-47
SC- 36
XLR- 5
G37- 1,586
A5- 1,238
Corvette-1,199
6 series- 987
370Z- 976
911- 594
Cayman/Boxster- 392
C70-385
XK-259
Z4- 236
SL-194
TT- 166
CL-99
RX-8- 94
GT-R- 86
SLK-60
R8- 52
SLS-47
SC- 36
XLR- 5
Muscle Cars
Mustang- 7,489
Camaro- 7,486
Challenger- 3,695
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08-03-10, 08:38 AM
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* Steady progress in rebuilding sales one year after launch of new GM
* Calendar-year-to-date sales for GM’s four brands up 31 percent
* Tenth month in a row that GM’s four brands have increased retail and total sales
* Strong Buick and Cadillac sales show balance of GM brand portfolio
DETROIT – July sales for Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac increased by a combined 25 percent to 199,432 units. Buick and Cadillac brands each sold more than twice as many vehicles in July, compared with the same month a year ago.* Calendar-year-to-date sales for GM’s four brands up 31 percent
* Tenth month in a row that GM’s four brands have increased retail and total sales
* Strong Buick and Cadillac sales show balance of GM brand portfolio
July marks the 10th straight month in which total and retail sales for GM’s brands increased year-over-year, demonstrating the continued strengthening of each brand in the marketplace as GM continues to rebuild momentum a year after its launch as a new company.
“When we say we want to design, build and sell the world’s best vehicles, we’re not talking about just one vehicle, one brand, or one month,” said Don Johnson, vice president, U.S. Sales Operations. “Our July results again reflect that each of our brands has contributed significantly to our gains.
“The size and scope of the U.S. market demands a strong portfolio of well-targeted brands,” Johnson said. “The success of Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac month in and month out, indicates that the new GM’s brand strategy is sound.”
Buick sold 16,799 vehicles in July, a 137-percent increase over last year. Cadillac delivered 14,919 units, up 142 percent over July last year. These are the highest sales totals for the two brands since August 2008. Chevrolet total sales in July increased 12 percent compared to July last year, and GMC total sales were up 27 percent compared with the same month last year.
GM’s newest vehicles including Chevrolet Camaro and Equinox, Buick LaCrosse and Regal, GMC Terrain, and Cadillac SRX, CTS Coupe and CTS Wagon continue to contribute significant sales gains. Total combined sales for these vehicles were up 77 percent in July and are up 211 percent yeartodate.
GM further strengthened its position as the industry leader in crossover sales. Total combined sales in July for the Chevrolet Equinox, HHR and Traverse, Buick Enclave, GMC Terrain and Acadia, and Cadillac SRX increased 41 percent in July and have risen 73 percent so far this year.
Combined total sales for GM’s full-size pickups, the Chevrolet Silverado and Avalanche, and the GMC Sierra, were up 22 percent during the month, with year-to-date sales 14 percent higher than a year ago.
Year-To-Date Gains Reflect Balanced Contribution of Brands
Year-to-date total sales for GM’s four brands have risen 31 percent to 1,269,009 units, while retail sales for GM’s brands have risen 18 percent – outpacing the industry.
“Our four brands have sold 125,210 more vehicles this year than our former company sold with eight brands during the same period last year,” Johnson said. “This gain has been a result of solid consumer demand across our lineup of cars, trucks, and crossovers.”
Chevrolet has led the increase with total sales 28 percent higher through July, compared to 2009. Retail sales for Chevrolet have increased 12 percent for the year, propelled by the strong retail sales of the Chevrolet Malibu, Camaro, Silverado, Equinox, and Traverse, which are up a combined 33 percent for the year.
Buick remains one of the industry’s fastest-growing brands, with total sales 60 percent higher than 2009 through July. In the first 7 months of the year, retail sales of Buicks have increased 41 percent on the strength of LaCrosse and Enclave which are up 175 and 14 percent, respectively.
GMC total sales through July are 28 percent higher than 2009. The brand’s retail sales have increased 30 percent yeartodate on the strength of the GMC Terrain, Sierra and Acadia – up 326 percent, 13 percent and 21 percent respectively.
Total sales for Cadillac are up 46 percent for the year through July. Retail sales for the brand are 32 percent higher this year, with the all-new Cadillac SRX surging 487 percent – leading it to gain the most market share in the luxury crossover segment so far this year.
Month-end dealer inventory in the U.S. stood at about 424,000 units, which is about 15,000 units below June 2010, and about 43,000 lower than July 2009.
July Key Facts and Brand Results:
* 10th consecutive month of total and retail sales gains for GM’s four brands.
* 7th consecutive month that sales for Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac have increased by 20 percent or more.
* 10th consecutive month that GM crossovers have increased by more than 30 percent.
* 6th month in a row of total sales improvement for GM’s full-size pickups.
* 5th consecutive month of double-digit retail sales increases for GM’s brands.
* 10th consecutive month of retail sales increases for GM passenger cars.
* Chevrolet: Chevrolet delivered 139,916 vehicles in July, a 12 percent gain year-over-year. Year-to-date total sales are up 28 percent .
* Buick: Buick posted a 137 percent sales increase in July compared to the same month last year. Driven by customer demand for the LaCrosse and all-new Regal, retail sales rose 104 percent.
* GMC: GMC reported a 27 percent increase in total sales in the month of July, compared to the same month last year. This includes a 29 percent increase in retail sales, marking 10 consecutive months of year-over-year retail sales gains for GMC.
* Cadillac: Total sales for July were 142 percent higher than last July. Retail sales increased 123 percent on the strength of consumer demand for the SRX, which posted its best month since it was introduced in 2003.
* Fleet sales for GM’s four brands were 50,048 for the month.
* 10th consecutive month of total and retail sales gains for GM’s four brands.
* 7th consecutive month that sales for Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac have increased by 20 percent or more.
* 10th consecutive month that GM crossovers have increased by more than 30 percent.
* 6th month in a row of total sales improvement for GM’s full-size pickups.
* 5th consecutive month of double-digit retail sales increases for GM’s brands.
* 10th consecutive month of retail sales increases for GM passenger cars.
* Chevrolet: Chevrolet delivered 139,916 vehicles in July, a 12 percent gain year-over-year. Year-to-date total sales are up 28 percent .
* Buick: Buick posted a 137 percent sales increase in July compared to the same month last year. Driven by customer demand for the LaCrosse and all-new Regal, retail sales rose 104 percent.
* GMC: GMC reported a 27 percent increase in total sales in the month of July, compared to the same month last year. This includes a 29 percent increase in retail sales, marking 10 consecutive months of year-over-year retail sales gains for GMC.
* Cadillac: Total sales for July were 142 percent higher than last July. Retail sales increased 123 percent on the strength of consumer demand for the SRX, which posted its best month since it was introduced in 2003.
* Fleet sales for GM’s four brands were 50,048 for the month.
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08-03-10, 08:42 AM
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Volkswagen of America Announces 16 Percent Increase for July Sales and a 13th Consecutive Month of Growth
CC and Tiguan Models Set All-Time Sales Records
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Volksw....html?x=0&.v=1
Volkswagen of America, Inc.
CC and Tiguan Models Set All-Time Sales Records
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Volksw....html?x=0&.v=1
Press Release Source: Volkswagen of America, Inc. On Tuesday August 3, 2010, 10:38 am EDT
HERNDON, Va., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today reported July 2010 sales of 23,880 total units, for a 16 percent increase over July 2009, and its thirteenth consecutive month of sales growth. For the year-to-date, Volkswagen's sales have risen 27.5% versus the same timeframe in 2009. With the exception of last August's "Cash for Clunkers" sales, July marked the best sales month for Volkswagen of America since December 2005.
The Volkswagen CC had a record month with 3,394 units sold, a 140 percent increase compared with June 2009. Jetta had an outstanding month as well with 8,262 sold, and over 10,000 units when combined with the SportWagon. The popular Golf had a record-breaking month for its current model with 1,889 sold, which resulted in 193 percent increase from the same time last year.
Volkswagen's line of Tiguan's, the sporty compact SUV, showed its strongest month ever, with 1,968 units, up 80.9 percent compared with June 2009. Routan also had a strong performance in July with a 24.7 percent increase.
"A continued positive consumer response in July to our full line of vehicles has brought Volkswagen our thirteenth consecutive month of year-over-year sales growth and has provided another solid step in the right direction for our growth strategy," said Mark Barnes, Interim-President, Volkswagen of America, Inc. "We have been saying for some time that Volkswagen's combination of design, fuel economy, safety and fun driving experience is perfect for the American market and it is clear that consumers are responding."
HERNDON, Va., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today reported July 2010 sales of 23,880 total units, for a 16 percent increase over July 2009, and its thirteenth consecutive month of sales growth. For the year-to-date, Volkswagen's sales have risen 27.5% versus the same timeframe in 2009. With the exception of last August's "Cash for Clunkers" sales, July marked the best sales month for Volkswagen of America since December 2005.
The Volkswagen CC had a record month with 3,394 units sold, a 140 percent increase compared with June 2009. Jetta had an outstanding month as well with 8,262 sold, and over 10,000 units when combined with the SportWagon. The popular Golf had a record-breaking month for its current model with 1,889 sold, which resulted in 193 percent increase from the same time last year.
Volkswagen's line of Tiguan's, the sporty compact SUV, showed its strongest month ever, with 1,968 units, up 80.9 percent compared with June 2009. Routan also had a strong performance in July with a 24.7 percent increase.
"A continued positive consumer response in July to our full line of vehicles has brought Volkswagen our thirteenth consecutive month of year-over-year sales growth and has provided another solid step in the right direction for our growth strategy," said Mark Barnes, Interim-President, Volkswagen of America, Inc. "We have been saying for some time that Volkswagen's combination of design, fuel economy, safety and fun driving experience is perfect for the American market and it is clear that consumers are responding."
08-03-10, 09:05 AM
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MONTVALE, N.J., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported July sales of 18,048 vehicles, an increase of 11.2% for the month, with a 23.4% increase on a year-to-date basis.
Impressive gains continued in both the Mercedes-Benz passenger car and light-truck categories. The strongest performer for the month was the 9th generation E-Class, introduced last spring, with sales of 5,462 -- bringing its year-to-date total to 33,240 (up 82.1% YTD). This was followed by the popular C-Class -- the gateway to the Mercedes-Benz brand for younger as well as first-time Mercedes-Benz buyers -- with sales of 5,309 for the month. The versatile M-Class SUV rounded out the top three volume performers with sales of 1,973 for the month.
Also showing strong gains in July is the spacious R-Class crossover (up 772.2%), the commanding GL-Class SUV (up 39.7%) and the flagship S-Class sedan (up 22.1%). The company also sold 47 of its newly launched supercar, the SLS AMG, bringing its year-to-date sales to 265.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 125,015 new vehicles, an increase of 23.4 % over last year.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 6,909 vehicles in July, up 12.4% compared to July 2009 sales of 6,145 vehicles. Year-to-date sales for the MBCPO program were 48,231 -- a 7 % increase over 2009 year-to-date sales (45, 095 vehicles) during the same timeframe.
Impressive gains continued in both the Mercedes-Benz passenger car and light-truck categories. The strongest performer for the month was the 9th generation E-Class, introduced last spring, with sales of 5,462 -- bringing its year-to-date total to 33,240 (up 82.1% YTD). This was followed by the popular C-Class -- the gateway to the Mercedes-Benz brand for younger as well as first-time Mercedes-Benz buyers -- with sales of 5,309 for the month. The versatile M-Class SUV rounded out the top three volume performers with sales of 1,973 for the month.
Also showing strong gains in July is the spacious R-Class crossover (up 772.2%), the commanding GL-Class SUV (up 39.7%) and the flagship S-Class sedan (up 22.1%). The company also sold 47 of its newly launched supercar, the SLS AMG, bringing its year-to-date sales to 265.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 125,015 new vehicles, an increase of 23.4 % over last year.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 6,909 vehicles in July, up 12.4% compared to July 2009 sales of 6,145 vehicles. Year-to-date sales for the MBCPO program were 48,231 -- a 7 % increase over 2009 year-to-date sales (45, 095 vehicles) during the same timeframe.
08-03-10, 09:21 AM
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Ford
* Ford, Lincoln and Mercury July sales totaled 166,092, up 5 percent versus strong year-ago sales; year-to-date sales up 24%
* Fiesta eclipses 3,000 sales in its second month in America
* New 2011 F-Series Super Duty and Mustang continue impressive starts; Super Duty sales up 63 percent in July versus year ago; Mustang retail sales increased 43% year over year
* Last year’s new products also post sales gains; Fusion nearly matches last July’s sales record, Taurus sales up 187%, and Transit Connect posts best sales month ever
* Ford’s retail market share appears to have increased for the 21st time in 22 months as buyers turn to Ford’s fresh lineup of high-quality, fuel-efficient vehicles
Download Full Sales Release (With Tables)* Fiesta eclipses 3,000 sales in its second month in America
* New 2011 F-Series Super Duty and Mustang continue impressive starts; Super Duty sales up 63 percent in July versus year ago; Mustang retail sales increased 43% year over year
* Last year’s new products also post sales gains; Fusion nearly matches last July’s sales record, Taurus sales up 187%, and Transit Connect posts best sales month ever
* Ford’s retail market share appears to have increased for the 21st time in 22 months as buyers turn to Ford’s fresh lineup of high-quality, fuel-efficient vehicles
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 3, 2010 – Ford’s newest vehicles helped the company continue to grow as Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers delivered 166,092 new vehicles in July – a 5% increase versus a year ago, when “Cash for Clunker” sales started to surge.
Year-to-date sales totaled 1.12 million, up 24%, with growth across Ford’s full family of cars (up 21%), utilities (up 19%) and trucks (up 32%).
“Customers are rewarding Ford for providing the performance they want and the fuel economy they need,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. “New class-leading powertrains are the ‘secret weapon’ in every new product we are bringing to market."
The Ford Fiesta, which offers 40 miles per gallon EPA highway fuel economy, eclipsed 3,000 sales in its second month in America and has been well-received by California customers. Highly acclaimed in Europe, Asia, and North America, the Fiesta is the first car developed under the ONE Ford global product development system.
Sales for the 2011 F-Series Super Duty were 63% higher than a year ago, capturing more than 50 percent of the heavy duty pickup segment. Ford announced today it will begin production of the most powerful diesel engine ever installed in a heavy-duty pickup (best-in-class 800 lb.-ft. of torque and 400 horsepower). In addition, the Super Duty’s 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel will provide improved fuel economy – a full 20% better fuel efficiency than the 2010 model.
“In an industry-first customer loyalty program, Ford will provide the power upgrades free of charge to all current owners of a 2011 Super Duty diesel pickup,” said Czubay.
Retail sales for the Mustang were 43% higher than a year ago. Since the arrival of the 2011 model featuring new V-6 and V-8 engines with more horsepower and improved fuel economy, Mustang’s share has climbed to levels not seen since January 2009.
“With our broad range of products – from Fiesta to Super Duty – Ford is connecting with consumers,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. “Ford and its dealers continue to offer customers the strongest value proposition in the industry – class-leading fuel economy, quality and growing resale values.”
In July, Ford retail sales were up 5% versus a year ago, and Ford appears to have gained retail market share for the 21st time in the last 22 months. Fleet sales were up 2%, reflecting higher sales of Ford’s hard-working trucks to commercial customers.
Other Sales Highlights
* Demand for the Ford Fusion, Motor Trend’s Car of the Year, remains strong as sales of 17,406 nearly matched last July’s sales record. Ford Taurus sales totaled 5,046 in July, up 187%.
* With sales of 50,449, Ford’s F-Series posted a 39% sales increase in July. It was the 1st time since March 2008 that F-Series sales eclipsed 50,000. Year-to-date, F-Series sales totaled 290,794, up 35%.
* Ford Edge set a July record with sales of 9,342, up 19% versus a year ago. The redesigned 2011 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX now are in production, featuring new powertrains and MyFord and MyLincoln Touch driver connect technology.
* Lincoln retail sales were up 7% versus a year ago with higher retail sales for the Lincoln MKZ sedan, Lincoln MKT crossover and Lincoln Navigator sport utility. Soon, Lincoln will offer a hybrid version of the Lincoln MKZ at the same price as the gas version, making the MKZ the most fuel-efficient luxury vehicle in America.
* Demand for the Ford Fusion, Motor Trend’s Car of the Year, remains strong as sales of 17,406 nearly matched last July’s sales record. Ford Taurus sales totaled 5,046 in July, up 187%.
* With sales of 50,449, Ford’s F-Series posted a 39% sales increase in July. It was the 1st time since March 2008 that F-Series sales eclipsed 50,000. Year-to-date, F-Series sales totaled 290,794, up 35%.
* Ford Edge set a July record with sales of 9,342, up 19% versus a year ago. The redesigned 2011 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX now are in production, featuring new powertrains and MyFord and MyLincoln Touch driver connect technology.
* Lincoln retail sales were up 7% versus a year ago with higher retail sales for the Lincoln MKZ sedan, Lincoln MKT crossover and Lincoln Navigator sport utility. Soon, Lincoln will offer a hybrid version of the Lincoln MKZ at the same price as the gas version, making the MKZ the most fuel-efficient luxury vehicle in America.
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08-03-10, 10:28 AM
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http://www.bmwblog.com/2010/08/03/bm...-in-july-2010/
Press Release: The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported July sales of 23,390 vehicles, an increase of 10.1 percent from the 21,253 vehicles sold last year. Year-to-date, the BMW Group also reported a sales volume of 144,975 vehicles, up 6.8 percent from the 135,701 units sold last year.
“We’re delighted to have the all-new 5 Series in the market, and just as we had hoped, the first full month results with this new car have been very positive,” said Jim O’Donnell, President of BMW of North America, LLC. “Current and new customers love it, our dealers would like to have even more, and what we’ve also seen is strong market demand once again for a vehicle with the size, performance and flexibility of our X5.”
“We’re delighted to have the all-new 5 Series in the market, and just as we had hoped, the first full month results with this new car have been very positive,” said Jim O’Donnell, President of BMW of North America, LLC. “Current and new customers love it, our dealers would like to have even more, and what we’ve also seen is strong market demand once again for a vehicle with the size, performance and flexibility of our X5.”
08-03-10, 10:29 AM
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Audi Reports 22% Increase in July Year-Over-Year U.S. Sales; Brand on Track to Set Sales Record in 2010
HERNDON, Va., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi today reported strong July 2010 U.S. sales leading into a promising second-half of the year. Following its previous best first-half results of any year, Audi maintained its momentum as July 2010 sales of cars and SUVs increased 22% compared to July 2009. The July 2010 results indicate the German luxury automaker is on track to set a vehicle sales record by year-end.
For the month, Audi recorded 7,817 sales compared to 6,407 in July 2009. The July 2010 results were buoyed by the continued extraordinary public response by year-over-year sales increases in the Audi Q5 crossover, Audi A5 coupe and cabriolet models and the Audi A6 luxury sedan. In July 2010, Audi sold 1,930 Q5 vehicles, nearly 89% more than the 1,023 vehicles sold in July 2009. Demand for the A6 continued its positive arc with a 21.3% gain in July 2010 sales compared to July 2009.
Audi A3 sales jumped 26.6% from a year earlier. That gain was largely due to a strong consumer demand for the Audi A3 TDI®, which is the reigning 2010 Green Car of the Year. TDI clean diesel demand continued to outpace expectations as inventory remains low for the Audi A3 TDI model. Another positive product story for Audi came from sales of the Q7 line which increased 16.2% over last July.
"It is clear that Audi is continuing to gain momentum in the luxury vehicle market," said Audi of America President Johan de Nysschen. "Despite supply restrictions, we are confident that 2010 will leave Audi in the best position for yearly performance we have ever enjoyed in the U.S. market."
HERNDON, Va., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi today reported strong July 2010 U.S. sales leading into a promising second-half of the year. Following its previous best first-half results of any year, Audi maintained its momentum as July 2010 sales of cars and SUVs increased 22% compared to July 2009. The July 2010 results indicate the German luxury automaker is on track to set a vehicle sales record by year-end.
For the month, Audi recorded 7,817 sales compared to 6,407 in July 2009. The July 2010 results were buoyed by the continued extraordinary public response by year-over-year sales increases in the Audi Q5 crossover, Audi A5 coupe and cabriolet models and the Audi A6 luxury sedan. In July 2010, Audi sold 1,930 Q5 vehicles, nearly 89% more than the 1,023 vehicles sold in July 2009. Demand for the A6 continued its positive arc with a 21.3% gain in July 2010 sales compared to July 2009.
Audi A3 sales jumped 26.6% from a year earlier. That gain was largely due to a strong consumer demand for the Audi A3 TDI®, which is the reigning 2010 Green Car of the Year. TDI clean diesel demand continued to outpace expectations as inventory remains low for the Audi A3 TDI model. Another positive product story for Audi came from sales of the Q7 line which increased 16.2% over last July.
"It is clear that Audi is continuing to gain momentum in the luxury vehicle market," said Audi of America President Johan de Nysschen. "Despite supply restrictions, we are confident that 2010 will leave Audi in the best position for yearly performance we have ever enjoyed in the U.S. market."
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08-03-10, 10:36 AM
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http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/t...es-165781.aspx
Toyota Reports July Sales
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TORRANCE, Calif. (August 3, 2010) – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported July sales of 169,224 units, a decrease of 6.8 percent from the same period last year, on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. On a raw volume basis, unadjusted for 27 selling days in July 2010, compared to 26 selling days in July 2009, TMS sales were down 3.2 percent compared to the same period last year.
Toyota Division recorded sales of 150,629 vehicles, a decrease of 7.2 percent from the year-ago month, on a DSR basis. On a raw volume basis, Toyota Division sales were down 3.6 percent compared to last July. Lexus reported sales of 18,595 units in July, down 3.3 percent from July 2009, on a DSR basis. Volume-wise, Lexus Division sales were up 0.4 percent compared to the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 91,066 units, a decrease of 14.6 percent from last July when Toyota passenger car sales under the Cash for Clunkers program were at their peak. Toyota sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid which posted combined monthly sales of 35,058 units. Corolla recorded sales of 27,345 units. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid reported sales of 14,102 units. The all-new Avalon sedan posted sales of 2,815 units, up 42.1 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of 59,563 units in July, up 6.8 percent over the same period last year. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV, which recorded monthly sales of 15,979 units. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 7,811 units for the month. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded sales of 9,201 units, up 40.3 percent over the same period last year. The Tacoma mid-size pickup posted sales of 9,674 units for the month. The Sienna minivan reported sales of 10,381, up 41.5 percent over the year-ago month.
Scion posted July sales of 4,653 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 2,299 units. The tC sports coupe posted July sales of 1,294 units. The xD reported sales of 1,060 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus reported passenger car sales of 8,972 units, down 12.8 percent from the year-ago month. Lexus passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan which posted sales of 4,093 units. The IS line-up reported combined sales of 3,100 units.
Lexus light trucks recorded sales of 9,623 units, up 7.6 percent from last July. Lexus Division sales were led by the RX 350 and RX 450h, which reported combined July sales of 8,162 units. With July sales of 1,175 units, GX luxury SUV posted a gain of 92.8 percent over the same period last year.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted July sales of 17,504 hybrid vehicles. Toyota Division posted sales of 15,953 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported sales of 1,551 hybrids in July.
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TORRANCE, Calif. (August 3, 2010) – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported July sales of 169,224 units, a decrease of 6.8 percent from the same period last year, on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. On a raw volume basis, unadjusted for 27 selling days in July 2010, compared to 26 selling days in July 2009, TMS sales were down 3.2 percent compared to the same period last year.
Toyota Division recorded sales of 150,629 vehicles, a decrease of 7.2 percent from the year-ago month, on a DSR basis. On a raw volume basis, Toyota Division sales were down 3.6 percent compared to last July. Lexus reported sales of 18,595 units in July, down 3.3 percent from July 2009, on a DSR basis. Volume-wise, Lexus Division sales were up 0.4 percent compared to the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 91,066 units, a decrease of 14.6 percent from last July when Toyota passenger car sales under the Cash for Clunkers program were at their peak. Toyota sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid which posted combined monthly sales of 35,058 units. Corolla recorded sales of 27,345 units. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid reported sales of 14,102 units. The all-new Avalon sedan posted sales of 2,815 units, up 42.1 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of 59,563 units in July, up 6.8 percent over the same period last year. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV, which recorded monthly sales of 15,979 units. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 7,811 units for the month. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded sales of 9,201 units, up 40.3 percent over the same period last year. The Tacoma mid-size pickup posted sales of 9,674 units for the month. The Sienna minivan reported sales of 10,381, up 41.5 percent over the year-ago month.
Scion posted July sales of 4,653 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 2,299 units. The tC sports coupe posted July sales of 1,294 units. The xD reported sales of 1,060 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus reported passenger car sales of 8,972 units, down 12.8 percent from the year-ago month. Lexus passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan which posted sales of 4,093 units. The IS line-up reported combined sales of 3,100 units.
Lexus light trucks recorded sales of 9,623 units, up 7.6 percent from last July. Lexus Division sales were led by the RX 350 and RX 450h, which reported combined July sales of 8,162 units. With July sales of 1,175 units, GX luxury SUV posted a gain of 92.8 percent over the same period last year.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted July sales of 17,504 hybrid vehicles. Toyota Division posted sales of 15,953 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported sales of 1,551 hybrids in July.
08-03-10, 10:39 AM
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Honda/Acura
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted July sales of 112,437 vehicles, a decrease of 5.6 percent, based on the daily selling rate*, the company announced today. American Honda year-to-date sales reached 706,346, an increase of 9.4 percent versus last year.
Honda Division posted July sales of 99,420, a decrease of 9.7 percent versus July 2009. Honda trucks posted sales of 44,823 up 23.4 percent, led by the CR-V, up 0.9 percent with sales of 20,058; the Odyssey up 37.8 percent with sales of 9,711; and the Pilot, up 45.4 percent with sales of 9,570. The Accord was the top-selling Honda model for July with sales of 25,386, followed by the Civic with 23,231.
"A year ago the 'Cash for Clunkers' program began and sales of fuel-efficient Honda vehicles picked up quickly at the end of the month," said John Mendel, executive vice president of sales for American Honda. "Although July sales declined versus last year, our sales increased compared to June 2010, which is a positive sign."
Acura Division posted July sales of 13,017, an increase of 44.7 percent versus July 2009, and year-to-date sales of 74,134, an increase of 24.1 percent. The RDX posted record July sales of 1,708, up 216.9 percent. The MDX was the top-selling Acura model for the month with sales of 4,194, up 63.4 percent. The TSX also posted strong sales, up 39.9 percent.
Sales of the turbocharged RDX crossover SUV were 1,708, up 216.9 percent compared to July 2009 sales, which helped push Acura total monthly sales to an increase of 44.7 percent based on daily selling rate*. With 13,017 units sold for July, overall Acura yearly sales have totaled 74,134 - an increase of 24.1 percent.
"In an era when consumers are downsizing, the right-sized RDX crossover SUV is proving to be a popular choice," said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura sales. "The RDX's redesign for 2010, combined with its strong turbocharged power, has really boosted sales of Acura's smallest SUV."
The newly redesigned MDX luxury SUV continues to be one of the most popular choices in its segment, as evidenced by a 63.4 percent increase in monthly sales. With 4,194 units sold, the MDX was again Acura's best selling model. Combined, Acura truck sales totaled 6,480 units, up 108.7 percent.
Acura car sales were led by the TSX sports sedan with 3,242 units sold, an increase of 39.9 percent. Closely following in sales was the TL performance luxury sedan that tallied 3,123 units, a decrease of 9.1 percent. Overall, Acura car sales totaled 6,537, an increase of 11.0 percent.
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08-03-10, 10:46 AM
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Subaru Continues Breaking Sales Records, Announces Its Best July in History
-- Subaru Outback Has Best Month Ever Selling 9,030 Units --
CHERRY HILL, N.J., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. posted its best July sales in history with 23,983 vehicles sold in July 2010 – a 10-percent increase over July 2009 sales of 21,839 units. Year-to-date sales totaled 149,943 units compared with 115,145 units sold through the same period last year – marking a 30-percent increase.
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The Subaru Outback continues to be the stellar performer for the company selling 9,030 units in July 2010 – resulting in an astounding 82-percent increase over July 2009. The Subaru Legacy also continues to increase sales with a 37-percent improvement over July 2009 with 3,208 units sold in July 2010.
"It was great to exceed and build on last year's record results considering that last year's Cash for Clunkers program was very successful for Subaru," said Tim Colbeck, senior vice president of sales, Subaru of America, Inc. "Our products continue to attract both loyal Subaru owners and a larger than ever group of conquest customers."
"Subaru continues to outperform the industry by offering the type of long-term value consumers are demanding," said Thomas J. Doll, executive vice president, Subaru of America, Inc. "Our customers do their research and when they purchase Subaru vehicles they know they are rated Top Safety Picks by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, are number one in terms of residual value by Automotive Lease Guide and are consistently ranked in the top spot by well know Consumer Buyer Guides."
-- Subaru Outback Has Best Month Ever Selling 9,030 Units --
CHERRY HILL, N.J., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. posted its best July sales in history with 23,983 vehicles sold in July 2010 – a 10-percent increase over July 2009 sales of 21,839 units. Year-to-date sales totaled 149,943 units compared with 115,145 units sold through the same period last year – marking a 30-percent increase.
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The Subaru Outback continues to be the stellar performer for the company selling 9,030 units in July 2010 – resulting in an astounding 82-percent increase over July 2009. The Subaru Legacy also continues to increase sales with a 37-percent improvement over July 2009 with 3,208 units sold in July 2010.
"It was great to exceed and build on last year's record results considering that last year's Cash for Clunkers program was very successful for Subaru," said Tim Colbeck, senior vice president of sales, Subaru of America, Inc. "Our products continue to attract both loyal Subaru owners and a larger than ever group of conquest customers."
"Subaru continues to outperform the industry by offering the type of long-term value consumers are demanding," said Thomas J. Doll, executive vice president, Subaru of America, Inc. "Our customers do their research and when they purchase Subaru vehicles they know they are rated Top Safety Picks by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, are number one in terms of residual value by Automotive Lease Guide and are consistently ranked in the top spot by well know Consumer Buyer Guides."
08-03-10, 11:18 AM
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Chrysler
Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 93,313, a 5 percent increase compared with sales in July 2009 (88,900 units). July represents the 4th consecutive month of year-over-year sales increases.
"The all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is drawing customers into our showrooms, setting the pace and standard for our company, and generating positive reviews both nationally and internationally," said Fred Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer - Ram Truck Brand and Lead Executive for U.S. Sales. "We're gaining some real traction with the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee, and we look forward to the same when we revamp the remaining 75 percent of our nameplates by year end."
Chrysler Group finished the month with a 55-day supply of inventory (191,000 units). U.S. industry sales figures for July are projected at an estimated 11.6 SAAR.
The all-new 2011 Jeep® Grand Cherokee is arriving in dealerships in greater numbers. Chrysler Group - at the end of this month - will begin to reveal the rest of its 16 all-new or significantly refreshed vehicles. This aggressive, steady cadence of new vehicles will continue through the remainder of this year.
July 2010 U.S. Sales Highlights by Brand
Jeep Brand
The Jeep Brand posted a 19% year-over-year increase in July as the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee arrived in dealerships in greater numbers. Jeep Grand Cherokee sales were up 54% in July, versus July 2009, and were up 86% compared with last month, as the all-new Grand Cherokee resonates with consumers and continues to generate positive reviews in the media. The iconic Jeep Wrangler had a triple digit percentage increase in sales during July. Jeep Liberty also had a strong month as sales increased 70%. Women drivers ranked Jeep dealers No. 2 overall in Women-Drivers.com's report of Top Auto Brands. Women rated dealers on their experience during vehicle purchase, while just browsing and having their vehicles serviced.
Dodge Brand
Dodge Challenger sales were up 317 percent in July, compared to the same month in 2009. Dodge Challenger's July 2 return to NASCAR Nationwide Series' competition racing, after more than a 30-year absence, has generated mounting consumer interest in the vehicle. Challenger also shared the top spot in the "Specialty Coupe" category in Strategic Vision Inc.'s 2010 Total Quality Index study, which measures the complete ownership experience. Dodge Charger sales also increased by a triple digit percentage during July. The 3 new Dodge Nitro lifestyle models - Detonator, Heat and Shock - continue to drive Dodge Nitro sales, up 96% in July. The Dodge Journey crossover also did well, driven in part by the popularity of the all-wheel-drive model, with sales up 11% in July.
Ram Brand
The Ram Brand posted an 11% year-over-year increase in July, compared to the same month in 2009. Ram pickup truck sales increased 14% in July, fueled in part by the success of the Ram Heavy Duty, Motor Trend's 2010 Truck of the Year. Ram Heavy Duty sales were up 89 percent in July, with the Crew Cab and Quad Cab models being the most popular choices. Dodge Dakota sales were up 49% in July, while sales of Ram Cab Chassis, redesigned for 2011, had its best sales month ever in July.
Chrysler Brand
Chrysler Town & Country, winner this year of the ninth-consecutive R.L. Polk & Co.'s "Automotive Loyalty Award" in the minivan segment, posted a sales increase of 18% in July. Chrysler Sebring sedan and convertible sales were up a combined 11%.
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08-03-10, 11:19 AM
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Hyundai
Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 54,106 vehicles in July, a 19% increase compared with the same period a year ago. This represents an all-time sales record for the month of July and marks only the 4th time Hyundai has surpassed 50,000 units in a month. The all-new Sonata produced at the company's plant in Montgomery, Alabama, continued selling at a record pace, while its stable mate Tucson saw sales soar more than 200% for the 4th month in a row.
Year to date, Hyundai sales are up 24% versus 2009, a performance that represents an all-time record for the 1st 7months of any year.
"Although consumer confidence has dipped for a 2nd month in a row, Hyundai continues to buck this trend," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "Consumer demand continues to significantly out-strip product availability at Hyundai dealerships. We remain very bullish about our prospects for the 2nd half of this year as we substantially increase production to improve vehicle supply while launching four new products over the next five months."
On a year-over-year basis, Elantra, Sonata and Tucson sales increased 34, 33 and 234%, respectively. Genesis sales continued at a brisk pace thanks in part to its mid-luxury segment-leading 53% residual value, exceeding such strong competitors as BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz S Class, Infiniti M37 and Lexus GS.
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