October 2012 Sales Thread
11-01-12, 06:12 AM
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October 2012 Sales Thread
Best October sales since 2007
31st-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains
Chrysler, Dodge, Ram Truck, and FIAT brands each post sales increases in October compared with same month a year ago
FIAT brand sales up 89 percent in October; largest year-over-year percentage increase of any Chrysler Group brand
Both Fiat 500 and Fiat 500 Cabrio record sizeable sales gains
Dodge brand sales up 20 percent; best October sales since 2007
Dodge Dart earns 5-star safety rating from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and 2012 Top Safety Pick from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan and Dodge Journey full-size crossover set sales records for month of October
Sales of the Dodge Charger muscle car increase 36 percent; best October sales since 2008
Dodge Grand Caravan sales increase 49 percent; best sales since 2007
Ram Truck brand sales up 17 percent compared with same month last year; best October sales since 2007
Ram pickup truck sales up 20 percent versus same month a year ago
New 2013 Ram 1500 wins ‘Truck of Texas,’ the highest honor in the Texas Auto Writers Association’s (TAWA) annual Texas Truck Rodeo
Ram 1500 also named ‘Full-Size Pickup Truck of Texas’ and ‘Luxury Pickup Truck of Texas’ for the Laramie Longhorn
Chrysler brand sales up 5 percent; best October sales since 2007
Chrysler 300 flagship sedan and Chrysler Town & Country minivan each post sales gains greater than 30 percent
Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Patriot each set sales records for month of October
Jeep Grand Cherokee sales up 8 percent versus same month last year; Captures ‘SUV of Texas’ award for 3rd consecutive year at Texas Truck Rodeo
Jeep Wrangler named ‘Mid-Size SUV of Texas’ for 3rd year in a row at Texas Truck Rodeo
Jeep Wrangler recognized as ‘Hottest 4x4 SUV’ at Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show
November 1, 2012 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 126,185 units, a 10 percent increase compared with sales in October 2011 (114,512 units), and the group’s best October sales since 2007.31st-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains
Chrysler, Dodge, Ram Truck, and FIAT brands each post sales increases in October compared with same month a year ago
FIAT brand sales up 89 percent in October; largest year-over-year percentage increase of any Chrysler Group brand
Both Fiat 500 and Fiat 500 Cabrio record sizeable sales gains
Dodge brand sales up 20 percent; best October sales since 2007
Dodge Dart earns 5-star safety rating from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and 2012 Top Safety Pick from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan and Dodge Journey full-size crossover set sales records for month of October
Sales of the Dodge Charger muscle car increase 36 percent; best October sales since 2008
Dodge Grand Caravan sales increase 49 percent; best sales since 2007
Ram Truck brand sales up 17 percent compared with same month last year; best October sales since 2007
Ram pickup truck sales up 20 percent versus same month a year ago
New 2013 Ram 1500 wins ‘Truck of Texas,’ the highest honor in the Texas Auto Writers Association’s (TAWA) annual Texas Truck Rodeo
Ram 1500 also named ‘Full-Size Pickup Truck of Texas’ and ‘Luxury Pickup Truck of Texas’ for the Laramie Longhorn
Chrysler brand sales up 5 percent; best October sales since 2007
Chrysler 300 flagship sedan and Chrysler Town & Country minivan each post sales gains greater than 30 percent
Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Patriot each set sales records for month of October
Jeep Grand Cherokee sales up 8 percent versus same month last year; Captures ‘SUV of Texas’ award for 3rd consecutive year at Texas Truck Rodeo
Jeep Wrangler named ‘Mid-Size SUV of Texas’ for 3rd year in a row at Texas Truck Rodeo
Jeep Wrangler recognized as ‘Hottest 4x4 SUV’ at Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show
The Chrysler, Dodge, Ram Truck and FIAT brands each posted year-over-year sales gains in October compared with the same month a year ago. The FIAT brand’s 89 percent increase was the largest sales gain of any Chrysler Group brand for the month. October marked Chrysler Group’s 31st-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains.
“In spite of Hurricane Sandy, Chrysler Group posted its best October sales since 2007 and we achieved our 31st-consecutive month of year-over-year sales growth,” said Reid Bigland, President and CEO – Dodge Brand and Head of U.S. Sales. “Last month we also further demonstrated our disciplined approach to sales growth by posting a Q3 2012 operating profit of $706 million, an increase of 46 percent over Q3 2011.”
A diverse set of Chrysler Group models set records last month. The Fiat 500, with its considerable 89 percent sales increase, set a sales record for the month of October. The Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan, the Jeep® Wrangler and Jeep Patriot sport-utility vehicles, and the Dodge Journey full-size crossover all set sales records for the month of October.
Chrysler Group’s minivans each posted double-digit percentage sales increases in October. The Dodge Grand Caravan’s 49 percent sales gain represented the largest percentage increase of any Dodge brand model while sales of the Chrysler Town & Country minivan were up 31 percent in October. The Ram 1500 pickup truck, Dodge Charger muscle car, and Chrysler 300 flagship sedan all had sizeable sales gains during the month.
Chrysler Group finished the month with an 83-days supply of inventory (404,122 units). U.S. industry sales figures for October are projected at an estimated 14.7 million units Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR).
October 2012 U.S. Sales Highlights by Brand
FIAT Brand
The Fiat 500 set a sales record for the month of October. It was the 8th-consecutive month this year in which the Fiat 500 has set a sales record, including an all-time sales record in September. Sales of the Fiat 500 hatchback were up 109 percent in October while the Fiat 500 Cabrio realized a 21 percent year-over-year sales increase. The 1st of the new Fiat 500 Turbo models began arriving in FIAT studios in October. For the driving enthusiast who wants a Fiat 500 Sport with more power and performance, the Fiat 500 Turbo answers the call with a new 135-horsepower 1.4-liter MultiAir® Turbo engine, dynamic styling, sport-tuned suspension, track-proven brakes and unique sport-styled interior.
Dodge Brand
Dodge brand sales were up 20 percent in October, the brand’s best October in 5 years and its 17th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. Dodge brand sales of 40,611 units represented the largest sales volume of any Chrysler Group brand in October.
The Dodge Journey full-size crossover and the sporty Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan each set a sales record for the month of October. Journey sales were up 18 percent compared with the same month a year ago. October marked the 7th month this year in which the Journey has set a sales record, including an all-time sales record in August. Dodge Avenger sales increased 7 percent versus the same month last year. The Avenger has set a sales record in 6 months so far this year, including an all-time sales record in April.
The all-new Dodge Dart, with its 10 standard-equipment air bags and 1 of the auto industry’s highest content-ratios of high-strength steel, earned 2 major safety accolades in October. The Dart was named a 2012 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and grabbed the 5-star safety rating from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the regulatory agency’s highest grade. Sales of the Dart were up 4 percent in October compared with the previous month of September as the state-of-the-art compact sedan continues to build sales momentum.
Sales of the Dodge Grand Caravan, the brand’s volume leader for the month, were up a hefty 49 percent, the largest percentage sales gain of any Dodge brand model in October. It was the minivan’s 10th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains and its best October sales in 5 years.
Ram Truck Brand
Ram Truck brand sales were up 17 percent in October compared with the same month last year. The Ram pickup truck, Chrysler Group’s volume leader, extended its streak of year-over-year sales gains to 30-consecutive months. Sales of the Ram pickup truck were up 20 percent in October compared with the same month a year ago. It was the pickup truck’s best October sales performance in 6 years. The Heavy Duty Ram trucks led the way, up 26 percent, while sales of the Light Duty Ram trucks increased 17 percent.
The new 2013 Ram 1500 with best-in-class fuel economy began arriving in dealerships across the country in October. During TAWA’s annual Texas Truck Rodeo in October, the Ram 1500 was named “Truck of Texas,” the group’s highest honor. The Ram 1500 also was named “Full-Size Pickup Truck of Texas” and was awarded “Luxury Pickup Truck of Texas” for the Laramie Longhorn model. Additionally, the Ram Truck brand was voted “Truck Line of Texas.” Judging by the 50 TAWA members occurred over 2 of uncompromising on- and off-road vehicle evaluation. Consideration is given to everything from interior and exterior styling and off-road capability to the entrant’s overall utility, value and fuel efficiency.
The Ram Cargo Van posted a 145 percent sales increase in October compared with the same month a year ago.
Chrysler Brand
The Chrysler brand extended its streak of year-over-year sales gains to 16-consecutive months in October. Chrysler brand sales were up 5 percent, the brand’s best October sales in 5 years. Both the Chrysler 300 flagship sedan and Chrysler Town & Country minivan had strong October sales. Sales of the Chrysler 300 were up 40 percent compared with the same month last year, the full-size sedan’s 12th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. The Chrysler brand introduced the all-new Chrysler 300 Glacier Edition, featuring the market’s most fuel efficient AWD system, along with unique leather seats integrated with ballistic fabric for all-weather capabilities. And the Chrysler 300C John Varvatos Luxury Edition sedan arrives in showrooms during this 4th quarter, complementing and improving the 300 with unique features from multi-award winning menswear designer John Varvatos.
Sales of the Town & Country minivan were up 31 percent in October compared with the same month a year ago.
Jeep® Brand
2 Jeep models had a record-setting month in October. Sales of the Jeep Wrangler were up 14 percent, a sales record for the month of October. The Jeep Patriot, the best-priced compact SUV in America, posted an 18 percent increase, also establishing a sales record for the month of October and the largest sales gain of any of the Jeep brand models.
For the 3rd consecutive year, the Jeep Grand Cherokee – already the most awarded SUV ever – captured the “SUV of Texas” award at TAWA’s Texas Truck Rodeo in October. Grand Cherokee sales were up 8 percent in October versus the same month last year. In addition, the Grand Cherokee was named “Full-Size SUV of Texas” and the ultra-premium Grand Cherokee Overland Summit retained its “Full-Size Luxury SUV of Texas” title. The rugged Wrangler was awarded “Mid-Size SUV of Texas” for the 3rd year in a row.
For the 3rd consecutive year, the Wrangler was recognized as the “Hottest 4x4 SUV” at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show in October in Las Vegas.
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11-01-12, 06:42 AM
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RTTNews.com) - Chrysler Group LLC , majority-owned by Italian carmaker Fiat SpA (FIATY.PK) , reported that its U.S. vehicle sales for the month of October 2012 increased 10% to 126,185 units from 114,512 units in the prior year month.
Total car sales for the month rose 18% to 38,455 units from 32,582 units in the same month last year. Total truck sales for the month grew 7% to 87,730 units from 81,930 units in the year-ago month.
FIAT Brand sales surged 89% to 3,720 units from 1,965 units in the prior year. Chrysler Brand sales increased 5% to 22,222 units from 21,244 units last year.
Jeep Brand sales declined 5% to 34,023 units from last year's 35,733 units. Sales of Dodge Brand improved 20% to 40,611 units from 33,734 units in the year-ago month.
Total car sales for the month rose 18% to 38,455 units from 32,582 units in the same month last year. Total truck sales for the month grew 7% to 87,730 units from 81,930 units in the year-ago month.
FIAT Brand sales surged 89% to 3,720 units from 1,965 units in the prior year. Chrysler Brand sales increased 5% to 22,222 units from 21,244 units last year.
Jeep Brand sales declined 5% to 34,023 units from last year's 35,733 units. Sales of Dodge Brand improved 20% to 40,611 units from 33,734 units in the year-ago month.
11-01-12, 06:56 AM
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Ford
Download Full Sales Release (With Tables)
Ford October small car sales total 25,493 vehicles – the company’s strongest October small car sales in 11 years – with a 54 percent increase year over year
Escape compact utility sales increased 4 percent for the month; 19,832 Escape sales mark best October sales since 2001
In its first full month on sale, C-MAX sells 3,182 vehicles
F-Series posts its best October sales since 2004, providing its 15th consecutive year-over-year monthly sales increase; sales totaled 56,497 pickups – an 8 percent increase
U.S. sales at the Ford Motor Company total 168,456 vehicles in October, unchanged from a year ago; retail sales up 2 percent compared to last year
DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 1, 2012 – Ford total U.S. sales grew across the portfolio in October, with cars up 2 percent, utilities up 2 percent, F-Series pickups up 8 percent and Econoline and Transit Connect sales up 19 and 22 percent, respectively.Escape compact utility sales increased 4 percent for the month; 19,832 Escape sales mark best October sales since 2001
In its first full month on sale, C-MAX sells 3,182 vehicles
F-Series posts its best October sales since 2004, providing its 15th consecutive year-over-year monthly sales increase; sales totaled 56,497 pickups – an 8 percent increase
U.S. sales at the Ford Motor Company total 168,456 vehicles in October, unchanged from a year ago; retail sales up 2 percent compared to last year
“Our commitment to deliver a fuel-efficient lineup of cars, utilities and trucks is winning over customers and helping grow our retail sales,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. “Our fuel-efficient and capable full-size pickups delivered our strongest October sales results since 2004 – an F-Series record year – and we surpassed our own expectations for the first full month of C-MAX Hybrid sales.”
Focus, all-new C-MAX Hybrid and Fiesta sales totaled 25,493 vehicles in October, Ford’s best October small car sales month since 2001 and a 54 percent increase year over year.
October Escape sales increased 4 percent, with 19,832 vehicles sold. Escape is on-pace for another record sales year in 2012, aiming to surpass 2011 record sales of 254,293 vehicles.
America’s best-selling vehicle, Ford F-Series, sold a total of 56,497 vehicles during the month of October. This not only represents an 8 percent increase over last year but also the 15th straight month of sales increases for F-Series.
Ford sold 168,456 total vehicles in October, unchanged from a year ago. Retail sales were up 2 percent compared to last year.
11-01-12, 07:38 AM
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Gm
General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) today reported its highest October sales in the United States since 2007, with deliveries up 5 percent versus a year ago to 195,764 vehicles. Year-over-year sales to retail customers were up 7 percent and sales to fleet customers were down 2 percent.
“GM had a solid October in a month that was marked by a devastating national tragedy,” said Kurt McNeil, vice president, U.S. sales operations. “All of us at GM are deeply saddened by the loss of life and the extensive damage caused by the storms, but we’re really encouraged by the national and local response, which will speed the recovery.”
GM’s new cars had a standout performance in October.
“With new designs like the Chevrolet Spark, Buick Verano and Cadillac ATS, and a growing reputation for quality and good resale value, we are becoming an even more formidable competitor in every segment – not just traditional GM strongholds like trucks,” McNeil said.
Sales of GM passenger cars increased 15 percent in October compared with a year ago. Crossovers were up 3 percent and sales of full-size pickup trucks were up 8 percent.
· Passenger car sales were driven by a 37 percent increase in Cadillac car sales, a 27 percent increase in Buick car sales and a 12 percent increase in Chevrolet car sales.
· Combined sales of mini, small and compact cars were up 72 percent compared with a year ago, driven by strong Spark and Sonic sales and a 34 percent increase in Cruze sales. Chevrolet dealers also delivered a record 2,961 Volts.
· Crossover sales were driven by double-digit increases for the Cadillac SRX, GMC Acadia and GMC Terrain.
· Overall truck sales were down 2 percent, reflecting lower sales of the GMC and Chevrolet mid-size pickups, which have been discontinued, and large SUVs.
“Year over year, the light vehicle selling rate has increased for 8 consecutive quarters without a tailwind from the residential housing sector, but that is starting to change,” said McNeil. “If these trends continue, housing may be the final piece of the puzzle that lifts sales above 15 million units on an annual basis just as GM prepares to launch even more new cars, crossovers and trucks.” · Combined sales of mini, small and compact cars were up 72 percent compared with a year ago, driven by strong Spark and Sonic sales and a 34 percent increase in Cruze sales. Chevrolet dealers also delivered a record 2,961 Volts.
· Crossover sales were driven by double-digit increases for the Cadillac SRX, GMC Acadia and GMC Terrain.
· Overall truck sales were down 2 percent, reflecting lower sales of the GMC and Chevrolet mid-size pickups, which have been discontinued, and large SUVs.
GM will replace 70 percent of its U.S. nameplates with redesigned or all-new vehicles over the course of 2012 - 2013. In anticipation of robust demand, GM has increased its year-end inventory target from the 650,000-unit range to 660,000 to 670,000 units. This change reflects higher planned stocks of new passenger cars. The truck inventory target is unchanged.
11-01-12, 08:20 AM
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Audi
Audi today reported record-setting October sales of 11,708 new vehicles representing a 14.5% increase above the previous record set in October of last year. October also stands as the 22th consecutive month of record U.S. performance by the brand with the 4 rings.
Sales of Audi premium category vehicles (the Audi A8, Audi A7, Audi A6, and Audi Q7) equal 34.1% of total October sales further demonstrating the brand’s upward mobility in the luxury sector. This was a 36% increase of premium vehicles sold. October sales momentum benefitted strongly from robust demand for the progressive Audi A8 and the technologically advanced Audi A6. The A8 generated a 54.7% sales increase for the month, powered by strong demand for the new S8 performance model. The A6 sales increased by 36.6% for the month and posted a 96.8% year-to-date gain when compared to the January-October period of 2011.
Consumer interest in the efficient and sporty A3 contributed to a 59.7% increase in sales in October, while the redesigned Audi A4 contributed a 20.6% increase in sales. The Audi Q7 also performed favorably with an increase of 42.7% for the month of October.
“The newly launched models in our performance lines – the Audi S6, S7, S8 and RS 5 – have been huge success stories by virtually selling out shortly after hitting showrooms,” said Mark Del Rosso, Chief Operating Officer, Audi of America. “It’s clear that premium car buyers are excited about the new generation of cars at the top of our lineup with the Audi A6, A7, A8 and Q7 models constituting 71% of our sales gain in October.”
Highlights:
• October 2012 ranks as the best October in Audi of America history
• For the record-setting month of October 2012, 5 Audi models recorded year-over-year sales increases of 20% or more, including the Audi A3, the Audi A4, the Audi A8 and the Q7 models.
• Sales mix for Audi S models finished the month at 15% for the S4 and 41.3% for the S5/ RS 5
• Audi A3 sales up 59.7% compared to October 2011; YTD sales grew 17.9% compared to previous period.
• Audi A4 sales up 20.6% compared to October 2011; YTD sales grew 8.2% compared to previous period.
• Sales of Audi A6 increased 36.6% compared to October 2011; YTD sales up 96.8% compared to previous period.
• Sales of Audi A7 increased 17.3% compared to October 2011; YTD sales up 47.7% compared to previous period.
• Sales of Audi A8 increased 54.7% compared to October 2011; YTD sales have equaled the previous period.
• Sales mix for Audi TDI clean diesel models finish the month at 44.5% for the A3 TDI and 28.5% for Q7 TDI
• Audi Certified pre-owned sales of 2,663 vehicles sold amounted to the second-best October in Audi history, despite the reduced inventory of available models for the program.
ABOUT AUDI
Audi of America, Inc. and its U.S. dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. AUDI AG is among the most successful luxury automotive brands globally. Audi was a top-performing luxury brand in Europe during 2011, and broke all-time company sales records in the U.S. Through 2016, AUDI AG will invest about $17 billion on new products and technologies. Visit www.audiusa.com or www.audiusanews.com for more information regarding Audi vehicle and business issues.
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AUDI US SNAPSHOT --YTD--
Model Line Oct. '12 Actual Oct. '11 Actual Yr/Yr % change Oct.'12 YTD Actual Oct. '11 YTD Actual Yr/Yr % change
A3 658 412 59.7% 6,408 5,435 17.9%
A4 2,740 2,613 4.9% 29,138 29.011 0.4%
A5 1,308 1,394 -6.2% 14,313 13,118 9.1%
A6 1,620 1,186 36.6% 15,529 7,890 96.8%
A7 768 655 17.3% 7,019 4,752 47.7%
A8 591 382 54.7% 4,561 4,561 0.0%
all road 411 0 0.0% 2,243 0 0.0%
Audi Q5 2,424 2,610 -7.1% 22,321 20,181 10.6%
Audi Q7 1,012 710 42.5% 8,354 7,474 11.8%
R8 47 69 -31.9% 701 928 -24.5%
TT 129 194 -33.5% 1,815 1,856 -2.2%
Total Audi Sales 11,708 10,225 14.5% 112,402 95,206 18.1%
Total CPO Sales 2,663 2,776 -4.1% 30,303 31,165 -2.8%
- A4 includes Audi A4 Avant, A4 sedan, S4 sedan and Audi allroad models.
- A5 includes Audi A5 coupe, S5 coupe, RS 5 coupe, A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet models.
- A6 includes Audi A6 sedan, S6 sedan and A6 Avant models.
- All-new A7 model sales began in April 2011. A7 includes A7 sedan and S7 sedan.
- 2012 A8 includes Audi A8 sedan, A8L sedan and S8 sedan models.
- TT includes Audi TT coupe’ and TT roadster models.
- R8 includes Audi R8 coupe and R8 Spyder models.
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11-01-12, 09:53 AM
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Honda/Acura
American Honda today reported October 2012 U.S. sales of 106,973 units, an increase of 8.8 percent compared with October 2011. The Honda Division posted October 2012 sales of 94,810 units, an increase of 8.7% compared with October 2011. Acura U.S. October sales of 12,163 units increased 9.4% compared with October 2011.
Honda
- Accord leads all Honda vehicles in October with sales of 28,349 units, posting a 25% gain compared to the year prior, as production of all-new 2013 Accord has ramped up
- Civic gains 27% compared with October 2011 with sales of 20,687 units
- CR-V, Crosstour, Ridgeline and Fit all post October sales gains
"The strong momentum of Honda sales continues despite the end-of-month timing of Hurricane Sandy, but our chief concern right now is with those who have been impacted by this devastating natural disaster," said John Mendel, American Honda executive vice president of Sales. "With sales of the all-new Accord building each month, we look forward to Honda's solid end-of-year finish."
Acura
- RDX sets its 6th-consecutive monthly sales record with 2,659 units, up 62% compared with October 2011 and is on track for an all-time annual sales mark
- MDX and RDX combine to set new October light-truck sales record of 6,476 units, up 18% from October 2011
"Acura's 1-2punch of luxury performance SUVs is obviously resonating with consumers, with new October records set for both RDX and our truck lineup," said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura Sales. "With our sedan lineup growing stronger via the new ILX and the upcoming debut of the all-new Acura RLX, Acura continues to gain momentum."
The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 26 days for October 2012 and 26 days for October 2011. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 256 days for 2012 and 255 days for 2011. All other percentages in release are unadjusted; see table for adjusted DSR figures.
11-01-12, 10:22 AM
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Nissan/Infiniti
Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported October U.S. sales of 79,685 units versus 82,346 units a year earlier, down 3.2 percent. Nissan Division sales decreased 6.0 percent for the month at 70,928 units. Sales of Infiniti vehicles were up 27.6 percent over the prior year, to 8,757 units.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
Nissan Division posted sales of 70,928 units, down 6.0 percent from last October's 75,484 units.
Sales of the all-new, 2013 Altima increased 12.8 percent to 24,623 units. The all-new Altima debuted this summer. Calendar year-to-date Altima sales now stand up 16.3 percent year-over year.
The Nissan LEAF all-electric vehicle recorded strong sales of 1,579 units in October, up 86 percent from the prior year.
Sales of the Pathfinder SUV rose 46.9 percent over the prior year, with sales of 3,043 units. The next-generation Pathfinder will debut later this month.
"Unfortunately, October ended on a down note with Hurricane Sandy causing major disruption throughout the Northeast, which is our strongest performing region with more than 225 area dealers. To lend a helping hand to those affected, Nissan is offering both employee discounts and employee financing to eligible residents in FEMA disaster areas," said Al Castignetti, vice president, Nissan Division. More information on the program is available at www.insidenissan.com.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
Infiniti today reported sales of 8,757 units for October, an increase of 27.6 percent from 6,862 units a year earlier.
With 1,467 deliveries, the Infiniti QX was up 17.9 percent, making it the best October in history for the full-size luxury SUV.
The Infiniti FX line, now available with a new 325-horsepower, 3.7-liter V6 engine, was up 18.5 percent to 783 units.
Infiniti's all-new JX 7-passenger luxury crossover continued its successful launch with 2,084 units sold.
The 2013 Infiniti M line, supported by newly available all-wheel drive sport packages for both the M37 and M56 models, had sales of 738, up 11.1 percent in October.
Overall, with its luxury crossovers and SUVs showing sales increases of 93 percent in October, Infiniti was up 27.6 percent in October, its 6th straight month of double-digit sales increases.
Infiniti also announced today it will offer employee pricing and special financing with deferred payments to people in the designated FEMA disaster area who lost vehicles to Hurricane Sandy. "We hope Infiniti's special pricing and financing programs help people affected by this devastating storm to resume their normal lives," said Ben Poore, vice president, Infiniti Americas.
NOTE: 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 26 selling days both in 2012 and 2011.
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11-01-12, 11:28 AM
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Toyota/Scion/Lexus
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported October 2012 sales results of 155,242 units, an increase of 15.8 percent compared to the same period last year on both a daily selling rate (DSR) and a raw volume basis.
The Toyota Division posted October total sales of 135,392 units, an increase of 16.8 percent on a DSR basis from October 2011. The Lexus Division reported total sales of 19,850 units, up 9.7 percent.
“Our main focus is on those dealing with the after effects of Hurricane Sandy and supporting the recovery efforts,” said Bob Carter, Toyota senior vice president of automotive operations. “Despite the impact of Sandy, October was a solid month for Toyota and the industry, and we look for the market to remain strong in the months ahead.”
Toyota has announced a $1 million donation to the American Red Cross and other nonprofit organizations to support relief efforts and is taking steps to assist owners affected by the hurricane. Beginning today, Toyota Financial Services (TFS) and Lexus Financial Services will launch a “Customer Outreach” campaign to lease and retail customers who may need to take advantage of payment relief options, including extensions and lease deferred payments, redirecting billing statements, and arranging phone or on-line payments.
In addition, the company will announce a 90-day Deferred First Payment Program designed to assist consumers in the most impacted states with their transportation needs as they work through the recovery process.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded combined monthly sales of 77,520 units, up 24.0 percent from October 2011. Car sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid with combined sales of 29,926 units. Corolla recorded October sales of 20,949. The Prius family of vehicles posted October sales of 16,774 units.
Toyota Division light trucks recorded October sales of 57,872 units, an increase of 8.3 percent compared to the same month last year. Truck sales were led by the Tacoma mid-size pickup truck and RAV4 compact SUV with monthly sales of 12,191 and 10,936, respectively. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid reported combined monthly sales of 8,909 units, and the Tundra full-size pickup reported sales of 8,086 units.
Scion posted October sales of 5,887 units, up 49 percent over October 2011 largely due to strong sales of the recently introduced FR-S sports car, which posted sales of 1,107 units.
Lexus Division
Lexus reported passenger car sales of 11,647 units, up 15.2 percent from October 2011. The ES 350 entry luxury sedan and the first-ever ES Hybrid led Lexus passenger car sales with combined sales of 5,971 units. The GS mid-size luxury sedan posted sales of 1,521, up 471.8 percent.
Lexus luxury utility vehicles recorded sales of 8,203 units, up 2.8 percent over October 2011. Sales were led by the RX and RX Hybrid luxury utility vehicle, which posted combined October sales of 6,928 units.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted October hybrid vehicle sales of 24,065, an increase of 69.7 percent compared to the same period last year. Toyota Division posted October sales of 20,273 hybrids, while Lexus Division reported sales of 3,792 hybrids for the month.
11-01-12, 06:01 PM
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Hyundai
Korean automaker Hyundai today reported a 4% fall in its U.S. sales for October, a drop the company blamed on political and economic uncertainty.
Sales of the cars Hyundai produces at its Montgomery plant were mixed. The Sonata sedan registered sales of 16,773 last month, an 8% decline from October 2011, while sales of the Elantra compact rose 11.6% to 14,512.
Across its model lines, Hyundai sold 50,271 vehicles in the U.S. during October, compared to 52,402 a year ago.
"October was a somewhat challenging month for us and the industry," Dave Zuchowski, executive vice president of sales for Hyundai Motor America, said in a prepared statement.
He cited the tight presidential race, lingering economic uncertainty and Superstorm Sandy's impact on dealers in key U.S. Northeast markets.
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11-01-12, 06:05 PM
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Bmw
The BMW Group in the U.S. reported combine October sales of its BMW and Mini brands of 32,339 vehicles, up 18.5% from a year ago.
Year-to-date the group is up 8.4% to 246,602 vehicles.
"Momentum is increasing and the October figures show supply is finally catching up with demand as our new models arrive in greater numbers", said Ludwig Willisch, CEO of BMW of North America. "At the same time, our thoughts are with colleagues and customers affected by the hurricane and its aftermath. We are all working together in this difficult situation."
BMW's U.S. headquarters is in New Jersey.
The BMW brand, which is challenging Mercedes for top sales in luxury vehicles, saw sales up 20.9% in October to 26,451 and year-to-date sales are up 6.7% to 212,848.
Brand volume leaders were the 3-Series cars, up 25.6% to 9,729 for the month. and the X3 crossover, up 39.9% to 3,248.
Mini Cooper sales rose 8.7% in the month to 5,888 and year-to-date is up 15.7% to 54,419.
11-01-12, 06:06 PM
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Kia reported record sales today of 42,452, up 12.6% from a year ago.
The company also said that year-to-date sales are up 17.8%
Kia credited increased brand awareness driven by a series of new marketing efforts, including a new series of TV and online ads featuring deadpan delivery by NBA star Blake Griffin, perhaps still best known for his All-Star jam leap over a Kia Optima.
And it hopes to build on its growth with new models coming next year. "The Kia brand continues to grow and mature in the U.S. market and with seven all-new and refreshed vehicles scheduled to arrive in showrooms in 2013, including the all-new 2014 Forte sedan and redesigned Sorento that will be unveiled at this month's Los Angeles Auto Show," said Byung Mo Ahn, CEO of Kia Motors America.
Volume leaders were Kia's two U.S.-built models, the Optima mid-size sedan (sales of 12,948, up from 8,616 a year ago) and the Sorento mid-size crossover (9,615, down from 10,178). The redsigned Rio subcompact showed a nice gain at 2,623, up from 2,005 and the Forte compact sold 5,911, up from 4,712.
11-02-12, 04:28 AM
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Subaru of America, Inc. today reported 26,119 sales for the month of October, a 30 percent increase over October 2011. The company also announced record breaking annual sales of 271,582 – a 26 percent increase over 2011. This represents a historic high for Subaru of America. Subaru sales for 2012 have surpassed the previous sales record of 266,989 vehicles set just last year. This marks the company's fifth year of sales growth and fourth successive sales record.
Year-to-date sales for Impreza have increased 165 percent over 2011. Year-to-date sales for newly-refreshed Outback and Legacy models have increased 14 percent and 12 percent, respectively.
"Subaru is celebrating a year of records; we couldn't be more thrilled with our results," said Thomas J. Doll, executive vice president and COO, Subaru of America, Inc. "The year isn't over yet and we expect XV Crosstrek sales will help drive even greater momentum throughout the remainder of the year."
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Carline Oct-12 Oct-11 % Chg Oct-12 Oct-11 % Chg
MTD MTD MTD YTD YTD YTD
Forester 5309 5385 -1.41% 61880 61766 0.18%
Impreza 3638 486 648.56% 57760 21745 165.62%
Impreza WRX 1100 1507 -27.01% 10629 11318 -6.09%
Legacy 3598 3546 1.47% 39187 34884 12.34%
Outback 10153 8891 14.19% 95357 83682 13.95%
Tribeca 184 266 -30.83% 1722 2236 -22.99%
BRZ 402 0 0.00% 3120 0 0.00%
XV Crosstrek 1735 0 0.00% 1927 0 0.00%
TOTAL 26119 20081 30.07% 271582 215631 25.95%
"With strong product and a strong retail network, we are poised to exceed sales of 320,000 vehicles this year," said Bill Cyphers, senior vice president of sales, Subaru of America, Inc.