January 2013 Sales Thread
02-01-13, 08:21 AM
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volkswagen reports 6.7 percent increase in january
volkswagen reports 6.7 percent increase in january
- january sales total 29,018, best january since 1974
- much-anticipated game day ad released
• best january since 1974 with 29,018 units delivered and a 6.7 percent increase over the prior year
• chattanooga-built passat had its best january ever with 8,856 units delivered
• best january for golf since 2000 with 1,532 units delivered
• jetta sedan achieved 9,089 units in january
• sport utility vehicles, the tiguan and touareg, reported sales of 2,114 and 962, respectively
• high-mileage, clean diesel tdi models accounted for 19 percent of sales in january
herndon, va - volkswagen of america, inc. (vwoa) today reported 29,018 units sold in january, a 6.7 percent increase over prior year sales. The company achieved 29 consecutive months of year-over-year growth and the best january since 1974. Over the last three years, the company has more than doubled its annual sales volume, demonstrating its long-term growth strategy, mach 18, is gaining momentum in the u.s. Market.
“with all the buzz that comes with the north american international auto show, the release of our super bowl advertisement, “get happy,” and a full line-up of new and refreshed vehicles, volkswagen is off to a solid start in 2013,” said jonathan browning, president and ceo, volkswagen group of america, inc. “while the economic conditions continue to be somewhat uncertain, we expect volkswagen to achieve continued growth and to outpace the industry this year.”
volkswagen’s 60-second super bowl xlvii advertisement stays true to the brand’s storytelling heritage of “human stories, told simply.” it builds on the upbeat themes of recent ads, “smiles”, released in september 2012, and last year’s super bowl spot, “the dog strikes back,” named a leading 2012 ad on youtube by google. In 2011, vw released “the force” super bowl ad, which received more than 56 million youtube hits to date, and was recently named one of the best ads in the past 24 years by usa today.
Last week, volkswagen teased its 2013 game day spot with “sunny side,” featuring well-known youtube sensations, and renowned reggae artist jimmy cliff singing “the partridge family’s” theme, “c’mon, get happy.”
the chattanooga-built passat continues to deliver strong results with 8,856 units sold, marking its best january ever.
Jetta sedan remains the volume leader for volkswagen with sales totaling 9,089. With the addition of the jetta turbo hybrid, volkswagen now offers seven cars that can deliver more than 40 mpg on the highway – a feat no other automaker can match in the united states.
Recently recognized as “best in class vehicle in the $20,000 – $25,000 price range” in kiplinger’s personal finance 2013 buyer’s guide, the jetta tdi demonstrates its strong consumer appeal and class-leading fuel economy in the compact sedan segment.
The beetle and beetle convertible sold a combined 2,232 units. The golf saw a 24.9 percent increase in january sales with 1,532 units delivered. A new north american produced golf will soon be added to line up. Production of the seventh generation golf “a7”will commence the first quarter of 2014 at the volkswagen de méxico manufacturing facility in puebla, mexico. This latest move reinforces the volkswagen’s commitment to the north american market, where it will invest more than $5 billion in the next three years.
Sport utility vehicles, tiguan and touareg reported sales of 2,114 and 962 units, respectively.
Volkswagen’s high-mileage, clean diesel tdi models account for 19 percent of sales in january, a 14.7 percent increase over the prior year.
http://media.vw.com/pressrelease/135...crease-january
- much-anticipated game day ad released
• best january since 1974 with 29,018 units delivered and a 6.7 percent increase over the prior year
• chattanooga-built passat had its best january ever with 8,856 units delivered
• best january for golf since 2000 with 1,532 units delivered
• jetta sedan achieved 9,089 units in january
• sport utility vehicles, the tiguan and touareg, reported sales of 2,114 and 962, respectively
• high-mileage, clean diesel tdi models accounted for 19 percent of sales in january
herndon, va - volkswagen of america, inc. (vwoa) today reported 29,018 units sold in january, a 6.7 percent increase over prior year sales. The company achieved 29 consecutive months of year-over-year growth and the best january since 1974. Over the last three years, the company has more than doubled its annual sales volume, demonstrating its long-term growth strategy, mach 18, is gaining momentum in the u.s. Market.
“with all the buzz that comes with the north american international auto show, the release of our super bowl advertisement, “get happy,” and a full line-up of new and refreshed vehicles, volkswagen is off to a solid start in 2013,” said jonathan browning, president and ceo, volkswagen group of america, inc. “while the economic conditions continue to be somewhat uncertain, we expect volkswagen to achieve continued growth and to outpace the industry this year.”
volkswagen’s 60-second super bowl xlvii advertisement stays true to the brand’s storytelling heritage of “human stories, told simply.” it builds on the upbeat themes of recent ads, “smiles”, released in september 2012, and last year’s super bowl spot, “the dog strikes back,” named a leading 2012 ad on youtube by google. In 2011, vw released “the force” super bowl ad, which received more than 56 million youtube hits to date, and was recently named one of the best ads in the past 24 years by usa today.
Last week, volkswagen teased its 2013 game day spot with “sunny side,” featuring well-known youtube sensations, and renowned reggae artist jimmy cliff singing “the partridge family’s” theme, “c’mon, get happy.”
the chattanooga-built passat continues to deliver strong results with 8,856 units sold, marking its best january ever.
Jetta sedan remains the volume leader for volkswagen with sales totaling 9,089. With the addition of the jetta turbo hybrid, volkswagen now offers seven cars that can deliver more than 40 mpg on the highway – a feat no other automaker can match in the united states.
Recently recognized as “best in class vehicle in the $20,000 – $25,000 price range” in kiplinger’s personal finance 2013 buyer’s guide, the jetta tdi demonstrates its strong consumer appeal and class-leading fuel economy in the compact sedan segment.
The beetle and beetle convertible sold a combined 2,232 units. The golf saw a 24.9 percent increase in january sales with 1,532 units delivered. A new north american produced golf will soon be added to line up. Production of the seventh generation golf “a7”will commence the first quarter of 2014 at the volkswagen de méxico manufacturing facility in puebla, mexico. This latest move reinforces the volkswagen’s commitment to the north american market, where it will invest more than $5 billion in the next three years.
Sport utility vehicles, tiguan and touareg reported sales of 2,114 and 962 units, respectively.
Volkswagen’s high-mileage, clean diesel tdi models account for 19 percent of sales in january, a 14.7 percent increase over the prior year.
http://media.vw.com/pressrelease/135...crease-january
02-01-13, 08:23 AM
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Subaru of America, Inc. Reports 21 Percent Growth In January Sales
- January 2013 sales of 27,663 represent a 21 percent increase over January 2012
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CHERRY HILL, N.J., Feb. 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported 27,663 vehicle sales for January 2013, which represents a 21 percent increase over January 2012. These results build on strong sales from 2012 where Subaru achieved four consecutive years of sales increases and exceeded 300,000 annual sales in 2012 – a first in company history.
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Forester and Outback sales for January 2013 increased 28 and 16 percent respectively, over January 2012. Outback and Legacy models were recently named Top Safety Pick+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. XV Crosstrek, the new small SUV also added 2,764 sales to the month's total.
"We are excited to see strong sales across our entire model line," said Thomas J. Doll , executive vice president and COO, Subaru of America, Inc. America. "It is a positive start for the year and we expect strong demand for the all-new 2014 Forester when it arrives in showrooms this spring."
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- January 2013 sales of 27,663 represent a 21 percent increase over January 2012
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CHERRY HILL, N.J., Feb. 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported 27,663 vehicle sales for January 2013, which represents a 21 percent increase over January 2012. These results build on strong sales from 2012 where Subaru achieved four consecutive years of sales increases and exceeded 300,000 annual sales in 2012 – a first in company history.
(Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20080325/SUBARULOGO )
Forester and Outback sales for January 2013 increased 28 and 16 percent respectively, over January 2012. Outback and Legacy models were recently named Top Safety Pick+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. XV Crosstrek, the new small SUV also added 2,764 sales to the month's total.
"We are excited to see strong sales across our entire model line," said Thomas J. Doll , executive vice president and COO, Subaru of America, Inc. America. "It is a positive start for the year and we expect strong demand for the all-new 2014 Forester when it arrives in showrooms this spring."
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OMG Is it February Already?!?
02-01-13, 11:17 AM
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Honda Acura
American Honda today reported January 2013 U.S. sales of 93,626 units, an increase of 12.8 percent compared with January 2012. The Honda brand posted January 2013 sales of 84,137 units, an increase of 12.7 percent compared with January 2012. Acura U.S. January sales of 9,489 units increased 13.2 percent compared with January 2012.
Sales of the all-new 2013 Honda Accord were up more than 75 percent from last year - with 10,000 more Accords sold this January than in January 2012. The totally revised Accord has already become one of the most decorated vehicles in Honda history, garnering a host of awards that include being named for a record 27th time to Car and Driver magazine's 10Best Cars list, as well as winning key comparison tests against its mid-size rivals in comparisons from Car and Driver and Cars.com/USA Today/"MotorWeek".
Honda
- Sales of the all-new Accord are up 75.2 percent from last January with sales of 23,924 units
- Reflecting key changes, the new 2013 Crosstour sees sales jump 38.2 percent from last January
- Pilot sales are up 16.3 percent compared with last January, with sales of 7,405 units
"The all-new Accord has the Honda brand right where we left off in 2012 - powering significant sales gains in the new year," said John Mendel, American Honda executive vice president of Sales. "With our strongest vehicle lineup ever and continued sales momentum, we're optimistic 2013 will be a great year for the Honda brand."
Acura
- RDX sets its 9th-consecutive monthly sales record, up over 181.6 percent from last January with sales of 2,489 units
- MDX was the top selling Acura model in January, with sales of 2,575 units
- ILX was again the top selling Acura sedan in January with sales of 1,558 units
"Acura's newest products continue to drive our sales momentum as we begin a new year," said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura Sales. "With the positive reception of the all-new Acura MDX Prototype in Detroit, and the upcoming launch of our new flagship RLX sedan, Acura is poised for even greater success in 2013."
The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 25 days for January 2013 and 24 days for January 2012. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 25 days for 2012 and 24 days for 2011. All percentages in release are unadjusted; see table for adjusted DSR figures.
02-01-13, 11:20 AM
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Audi
Audi today reported January sales of 10,056 vehicles, accounting for a 7.5% increase over the previous mark last year. The month also stands as the 25th consecutive month of record sales for Audi of America.
Coming off a record 2012, Audi is showing no signs of slowing down for 2013. Sales of Audi premium category vehicles (Audi A8, Audi A7, Audi A6, and Audi Q7) increased 13% to represent 33.3% share of total Audi sales in January. That compares to a 19% mix for the most luxurious Audi models in 2008. Consumers continue to demand the Audi A8 flagship sedan, as sales soared 56% over the year earlier. Audi A5 sales also performed well, posting a 37% gain from January 2012 sales.
“January served as the perfect catalyst for 2013,” said Mark Del Rosso, EVP and Chief Operating Officer, Audi of America. “As we continue to increase the footprint of our brand, we will also continue to deliver more record-breaking numbers throughout this year.”
Highlights:
• Sales mix for Audi S models finished the month at 16.2% for the S4, 38.7% for the S5/ RS 5, 11.9% for the S6, 20.7% for the S7, 23% for the S8 and 55.9% for the TT S/ TT RS.
• Audi A5 sales up 37% compared to January 2012.
• Sales of Audi A6 increased 11% compared to January 2012.
• Sales of the Audi A8 increased 56% compared to January 2012.
• Sales of the Audi Q5 increased 18% compared to January 2012.
• Sales mix for Audi TDI clean diesel models finish the month at 38.9% for the A3 TDI and 21.5% for Q7 TDI.
• For the record-setting month of January 2013, two Audi models recorded year-over-year sales increases of 20% or more, including the Audi A5 and Audi A8.
• Audi Certified pre-owned sales of 2,843 vehicles marks a new record for January CPO sales, surpassing the previous record from January 2009.
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. AUDI AG is planning to invest a total of EUR 13 billion over the period 2012 through 2016 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 Jan. '13 Actual Jan. '12 Actual Yr/Yr % change Jan. '13 YTD Actual Jan. '12 YTD Actual Yr/Yr % change
A3 231 585 -61% 231 585 -61%
A4/allroad 2,755 2,676 3% 2,755 2,676 3%
A5 1,200 878 37% 1,200 878 37%
A6 1,259 1,130 11% 1,259 1,130 11%
A7 698 643 9% 698 643 9%
A8 504 324 56% 504 324 56%
Audi Q5 2,344 1,991 18% 2,344 1,991 18%
Audi Q7 889 866 3% 889 866 3%
R8 49 79 -38% 49 79 -38%
TT 127 182 -30% 127 182 -30%
Total Audi Sales 10,056 9,354 7.5% 10,056 9,354 7.5%
Total CPO Sales 2,843 2,570 11% 2,843 2,570 11
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02-01-13, 11:22 AM
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Toyota
January 2013 Sales Chart
TORRANCE, Calif. (Feb. 1, 2013) – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported January 2013 sales results of 157,725 units, an increase of 21.6 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. Unadjusted for 25 selling days in January 2013 versus 24 in January 2012, TMS sales were up 26.6 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division posted January total sales of 141,514 units, up 21 percent year-over-year on a DSR basis. Volume-wise, Toyota Division sales increased 26.1 percent over January 2012.
"The sales pace we saw in the fourth quarter of last year rolled into January, exceeding our expectations for the industry,” said Bill Fay, Toyota Division group vice president and general manager, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. “Toyota started the year off strong, with total sales up over 26 percent, more than double the industry average. With the 2013 Avalon and 2013 RAV4 off to a great start, our focus remains firmly on new products and taking care of our customers."
Lexus Division reported January total sales of 16,211, up 26.8 percent and 32.1 percent on a DSR and volume basis, respectively.
“With a strong January we’re off to a great start in 2013,” said Tim Morrison, Lexus vice president of sales and dealer development. “With great inventories of our recently launched models and more exciting vehicles new to come, we expect the momentum to continue.”
Other Highlights:
Scion Division up 38.4 percent
TMS Hybrid sales up 45.4 percent on a DSR basis, with sales of 24,232 units
Prius Family best-ever January with sales of 15,772 units, up 36.5 percent
Camry sales of 31,897 units, up 12.7 percent
Corolla sales of 23,822 units, up 32.4 percent
Avalon, bolstered by sales of the all-new 2013 model, posted sales of 4,840, up 50.4 percent in its first full-month of sales
Total TMS truck sales of 63,852 units, up 25.5 percent
RAV4 sales of 11,610 units, up 18.2 percent
Lexus RX sales of 5,394, up 7.1 percent
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02-01-13, 11:23 AM
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Nissan
Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported January U.S. sales of 80,919 units versus 79,313 units a year earlier, up 2 percent. Nissan Division sales in January totaled 73,793, up 1.8 percent over the prior year making it the division's best January ever. Sales of Infiniti vehicles were 7,126, an increase of 4.9 percent over last January.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
Pathfinder SUV sales rose 202 percent to 6,281 units, led by the all-new 2013 Pathfinder that went on sale in November.
Sales of the Sentra, led by the all-new 2013 model, totaled 8,979 units, marking an increase of 27 percent year-over-year.
Versa, the industry's leading subcompact, delivered 10,270 sales, up 9 percent versus last year making for its best January ever.
Based on a shortage of inventory during the transition to U.S. assembly of the all-electric 2012 model year Nissan LEAF, the vehicle recorded sales of 650 units in January, down 3.8 percent from the prior year. The 2012 LEAFs are now almost completely sold out, and the upgraded 2013 LEAF will go on sale later this month.
"Nissan's core products that have been refreshed as part of our sweep of five new models in 15 months continue to deliver solid performance," said Al Castignetti, vice president, Nissan Division.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
With a 70.1 percent gain for the month, sales of Infiniti luxury crossovers and sport utility vehicles remained strong.
Infiniti QX sales of 1,168 equaled an increase of 14.5 percent in January.
The all-new Infiniti JX 7-passenger luxury crossover remains a popular new entry, with sales of 1,970 units in January.
"After a strong close in December, we began our sponsorship of NCAA® Men's Basketball in mid-January, which will continue to help drive traffic to our showrooms through the spring," said Ben Poore, vice president, Infiniti Americas. "Sales of Infiniti QX luxury SUV and the Infiniti JX crossover continue to bring new shoppers into our showrooms."
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. January had 25 selling days in 2013 and 24 selling days in 2012.
02-01-13, 11:25 AM
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Ford
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DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 1, 2013 – Ford Motor Company’s January U.S. sales of 166,501 grew 22 percent year-over-year – with retail sales up 24 percent. Gains were made across the product lineup, with cars up 34 percent, utilities up 23 percent, and trucks up 11 percent for the month.
“Ford is off to a strong start this year, with Fusion and Escape delivering January sales records and F-Series seeing a particularly strong reception this early in the year,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. “Our investment in fuel-efficient new vehicles – including EcoBoost engines and hybrid technology – continues to pay off.”
Sales of all-new Ford Fusion totaled 22,399 vehicles in January, 65 percent increase versus a year ago and Fusion’s best January sales ever. Fusion broke its January 2011 sales record by 56 percent. In addition, Ford’s small car sales were up 29 percent in January versus a year ago, with 23,171 Fiesta, Focus and C-MAX hybrid models sold, marking Ford’s best January small car sales since 2000.
Escape established a January record, as well, with sales totaling 19,939, exceeding January 2012’s record by 16 percent. Explorer sales of 14,554 increased 46 percent versus a year ago, marking Explorer’s best January sales since 2005.
America’s best-selling pickup, the Ford F-Series, begins 2013 with a 22 percent increase versus last January. With 46,841 pickups sold, F-Series marks its 18th consecutive month of monthly sales increases. Transit Connect and E-Series also had strong starts to the year. Transit Connect sales were up 47 percent, marking record January sales total of 3,161 vehicles, while E-Series sales were up 18 percent, with 7,987 vehicles sold.
02-01-13, 11:26 AM
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Gm
General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) announced today that it sold 194,699 vehicles in the United States in January, up 16 percent compared with a year ago. Retail sales were up 24 percent. Fleet sales were down 2 percent.
“The year is off to a very good start for General Motors,” said Kurt McNeil, vice president of U.S. sales operations. “There’s a sense of optimism among our dealers that only comes when you pair a growing economy with great new products. We started to see the benefits in 2012 with vehicles like the Chevrolet Sonic, Cadillac ATS and Buick Verano. Now in 2013, we’re entering the sweet spot of our product plan in a growing economy.”
Over the course of 2013, Chevrolet will launch the all-new Impala, SS, Silverado and Corvette, as well as the Cruze diesel and Spark EV. Buick is launching the Encore small crossover, followed by redesigns of the Regal and LaCrosse. GMC will launch an all-new Sierra. Cadillac will launch an all-new CTS.
January Highlights
Total Cadillac sales were up 47 percent, the brand had its highest January retail sales in 23 years and the ATS was named 2013 North American Car of the Year.
Year-over-year sales were up 32 percent at Buick, 23 percent at GMC and 11 percent at Chevrolet.
Car sales were up 12 percent compared with a year ago. Truck sales were up 13 percent and crossover sales were up 27 percent.
Sales of GM’s full-size pickups were up 32 percent to 50,230 units and inventories are in-line with the company’s sales and production plans for 2013.
Buick’s best-selling vehicles in January were the redesigned Enclave crossover, up 57 percent, and the all-new Verano.
Combined sales of Chevrolet’s mini, small and compact cars surpassed 25,000 units and were up 18 percent.
Chevrolet Malibu sales have increased each month since November, and were up 8 percent year over year in both total and retail sales.
Year-over-year sales were up 32 percent at Buick, 23 percent at GMC and 11 percent at Chevrolet.
Car sales were up 12 percent compared with a year ago. Truck sales were up 13 percent and crossover sales were up 27 percent.
Sales of GM’s full-size pickups were up 32 percent to 50,230 units and inventories are in-line with the company’s sales and production plans for 2013.
Buick’s best-selling vehicles in January were the redesigned Enclave crossover, up 57 percent, and the all-new Verano.
Combined sales of Chevrolet’s mini, small and compact cars surpassed 25,000 units and were up 18 percent.
Chevrolet Malibu sales have increased each month since November, and were up 8 percent year over year in both total and retail sales.
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02-01-13, 12:22 PM
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Also, the GX is the weak link in Lexus' SUV lineup right now. But a heavily revised model is almost here. Hopefully it will help restore GX sales to where they were with the 1st generation model.
