July 2013 Auto Sales Thread
08-01-13, 07:57 AM
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July 2013 Auto Sales Thread
General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) dealers delivered 234,071 vehicles in the United States in July, up 16 percent compared with a year ago. Retail sales increased 23 percent while fleet sales declined 6 percent.
“For GM, July was the most well-balanced month of the year from a retail sales standpoint: trucks were hot, but so were small cars and family vehicles,” said Kurt McNeil, vice president, U.S. sales operations. “Our experience shows that the difference between good sales and great sales in a slow-growth economy is how many new products you have to offer, and we are starting to hit our sweet spot.”
July Total Sales Highlights (vs. 2012)
GM passenger car sales were up 24 percent year over year, including a 42 percent increase in mini-, small and compact car deliveries.
Chevrolet car sales were up 31 percent driven by a record month for the Spark, record July sales for the Cruze and a 38 percent increase for the Impala.
Cadillac car sales were up 34 percent on the strength of the new ATS and XTS.
Pickup, van and SUV sales were up a combined 16 percent with full-size pickups up 44 percent – the best July since 2007.
About 15 percent of full-size pickup sales were all-new 2014 crew cabs. Double-cab models are now being shipped to dealers and regular cab production begins later this summer.
Crossover sales were up 6 percent, with the redesigned Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave up 33 percent and 14 percent, respectively. Sales of the all-new Buick Encore increased 39 percent from June 2013.
July Retail Sales Highlights (vs. 2012)
All 4 brands posted double-digit retail sales increases and Buick retail sales have now increased for 15 consecutive months.
Full-size pickup deliveries were up 51 percent and crossover sales increased 18 percent.
Deliveries to small business customers increased 61 percent, including a 107 percent increase in full-size pickup deliveries.
Sales of the Chevrolet Malibu increased 31 percent and the Chevrolet Equinox had its best-ever July retail sales with deliveries up 9 percent.
GMC Terrain sales were up 24 percent for its best-ever July.
GM passenger car sales were up 24 percent year over year, including a 42 percent increase in mini-, small and compact car deliveries.
Chevrolet car sales were up 31 percent driven by a record month for the Spark, record July sales for the Cruze and a 38 percent increase for the Impala.
Cadillac car sales were up 34 percent on the strength of the new ATS and XTS.
Pickup, van and SUV sales were up a combined 16 percent with full-size pickups up 44 percent – the best July since 2007.
About 15 percent of full-size pickup sales were all-new 2014 crew cabs. Double-cab models are now being shipped to dealers and regular cab production begins later this summer.
Crossover sales were up 6 percent, with the redesigned Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave up 33 percent and 14 percent, respectively. Sales of the all-new Buick Encore increased 39 percent from June 2013.
July Retail Sales Highlights (vs. 2012)
All 4 brands posted double-digit retail sales increases and Buick retail sales have now increased for 15 consecutive months.
Full-size pickup deliveries were up 51 percent and crossover sales increased 18 percent.
Deliveries to small business customers increased 61 percent, including a 107 percent increase in full-size pickup deliveries.
Sales of the Chevrolet Malibu increased 31 percent and the Chevrolet Equinox had its best-ever July retail sales with deliveries up 9 percent.
GMC Terrain sales were up 24 percent for its best-ever July.
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08-01-13, 08:08 AM
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Ford/Lincoln
· Ford Motor Company’s U.S. sales for July increase 11 percent compared with a year ago, for the best total July monthly sales since 2006; retail sales surge 19 percent, for the best July retail sales since 2005
· Ford small cars – Fiesta, Focus and C-MAX hybrids – are up 32 percent, driving coastal retail share gains
· Ford utility vehicles also strong, with Edge up 15 percent, Explorer up 13 percent and Escape up 4 percent, putting all three vehicles on pace for a record-setting year
· F-Series posts best July sales since 2006
Ford Motor Company’s U.S. sales grew 11 percent compared with a year ago – the best total July sales since 2006. Retail sales are up 19 percent, marking the company’s best July retail sales month since 2005.· Ford small cars – Fiesta, Focus and C-MAX hybrids – are up 32 percent, driving coastal retail share gains
· Ford utility vehicles also strong, with Edge up 15 percent, Explorer up 13 percent and Escape up 4 percent, putting all three vehicles on pace for a record-setting year
· F-Series posts best July sales since 2006
With tight inventories, retail car sales are up 13 percent, utilities are up 19 percent, and trucks are up 27 percent – with strong growth in the coastal regions.
“We saw continued strength and growth in our retail business, particularly in the coastal regions of the country,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. marketing, sales and service. “Our small cars and hybrids continue to attract new customers to Ford and away from our competitors, thanks to the vehicles’ combination of styling, technology, fuel economy and performance.”
Ford small cars – including Fiesta, Focus and C-MAX hybrids – are up 32 percent, with a combined 27,131 sales, making it Ford’s best July for small car performance since 2000.
All 3 Ford utility vehicles are on pace to set sales records this year, with Escape up 4 percent in July to 22,343 vehicles sold and Explorer up 13 percent to 12,742 vehicles sold. Edge also posted a record July with 10,541 vehicles sold, a 15 percent increase from last year.
F-Series sales increased 23 percent, with 60,449 vehicles sold. F-Series sales now have increased for 24 consecutive months, and July 2013 marks the best July sales month for F-Series since 2006.
08-01-13, 08:15 AM
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Audi today reported July 2013 sales of 13,064 vehicles, an 11.6% increase over the previous July record set last year. July also stands as the brand’s 31st consecutive month of record sales. Audi sales YTD increased 13.6% to 87,341 vehicles sold.
“Audi is off to a solid start for the 2nd half of the year,” said Mark Del Rosso, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Audi of America. “We expect the momentum to continue through the fall with the launch of 3 new clean diesel models, the Audi A6 TDI, Audi A7 TDI and Audi Q5 TDI, as well as 2 stunning high-performance vehicles, the Audi RS7 and Audi SQ5.”
July results were bolstered by sales of Audi luxury SUVs, with the Audi Q7 posting a 49.0% gain in July with 1,328 units delivered for the month. Sales of the Audi Q5 luxury crossover increased 52.0% to 3,176 vehicles sold for the month. Year-to-date sales for the Audi Q7 increased 48.1% while sales for the Audi Q5 increased 37.4%.
Sales of the Audi R8 jumped 34.5% for the month, as customers responded to the improved 2014 models, including the Audi R8 V8, Audi R8 V10 and Audi R8 V10 plus. Audi sedan sales remained strong with the Audi A6 increasing 21.9% over the same period last year to 2,061 vehicles sold for the month.
Sales of Audi premium category vehicles (Audi A8, Audi A7, Audi A6, and Audi Q7) increased 20% YTD, representing 32.2% of total Audi sales year-to-date and 45% of the Audi year-to-date sales gain.
Highlights:
• Sales mix for Audi S performance variants finished the month at 13.9% for the S4 sedan; 31.3% for the S5/ RS 5; 8.2% for the S6; 13.2 % for the S7; 16.4 % for the S8; 29.4 % for the TTS / TT RS and TTS Roadster.
• Sales of Audi A6 increased 21.9% compared to July 2012; YTD sales grew 16.8% compared to previous period.
• Sales of Audi A8 increased 12.7% compared to July 2012; YTD sales grew 20.4% compared to previous period.
• Sales of the Audi Q5 increased 52.0% compared to July 2012; YTD sales grew 37.4% compared to previous period.
• Sales of the Audi Q7 increased 49.0% compared to July 2012; YTD sales grew 48.1% compared to previous period.
• Audi sold 462 allroad models in July, bringing YTD sales to 3,209 of the sport wagon.
• Audi R8 sales up 34.5% compared to July 2012.
• Sales mix for Audi A8 TDI finish the month at 15.7%; sales mix for the Audi Q7 TDI finish the month at 24%.
• The Audi A3 is being phased out in advance of the all-new A3 sedan arriving in the U.S. market next spring.
• Audi Certified pre-owned sales increased 3.7% to 3,252 vehicles in July; YTD increased 4.5% to 22,437 vehicles sold.
• Sales mix for Audi S performance variants finished the month at 13.9% for the S4 sedan; 31.3% for the S5/ RS 5; 8.2% for the S6; 13.2 % for the S7; 16.4 % for the S8; 29.4 % for the TTS / TT RS and TTS Roadster.
• Sales of Audi A6 increased 21.9% compared to July 2012; YTD sales grew 16.8% compared to previous period.
• Sales of Audi A8 increased 12.7% compared to July 2012; YTD sales grew 20.4% compared to previous period.
• Sales of the Audi Q5 increased 52.0% compared to July 2012; YTD sales grew 37.4% compared to previous period.
• Sales of the Audi Q7 increased 49.0% compared to July 2012; YTD sales grew 48.1% compared to previous period.
• Audi sold 462 allroad models in July, bringing YTD sales to 3,209 of the sport wagon.
• Audi R8 sales up 34.5% compared to July 2012.
• Sales mix for Audi A8 TDI finish the month at 15.7%; sales mix for the Audi Q7 TDI finish the month at 24%.
• The Audi A3 is being phased out in advance of the all-new A3 sedan arriving in the U.S. market next spring.
• Audi Certified pre-owned sales increased 3.7% to 3,252 vehicles in July; YTD increased 4.5% to 22,437 vehicles sold.
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AUDI US SNAPSHOT --YTD--
Model Line July '13 Actual July '12 Actual Yr/Yr % change July '13 YTD Actual July '12 YTD Actual Yr/Yr % change
A3 0 651 -100% 826 4,229 -80.5%
A4 2,989 2,988 0.0% 20,831 21,008 -0.8%
A5 1,717 1,732 -0.9% 11,220 9,734 15.3%
A6 2,061 1,691 21.9% 12,000 10,275 16.8%
A7 645 578 11.6% 4,685 4,827 -2.9%
A8 452 401 12.7% 3,551 2,949 20.4%
allroad 462 461 0.2% 3,209 1,000 220.9%
Audi Q5 3,176 2,090 52% 21,486 15,634 37.4%
Audi Q7 1,328 891 49% 7,908 5,340 48.1%
R8 74 55 34.5% 471 558 -15.6%
TT 160 169 -5.3% 1,154 1,311 -12.0%
Total Audi Sales 13,064 11,707 11.6% 87,341 76,865 13.6%
Total CPO Sales 3,252 3,136 3.7% 22,437 21,475 4.
08-01-13, 08:26 AM
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Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/Fiat
Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 140,102 units, an 11 percent increase compared with sales in July 2012 (126,089 units), and the group’s best July sales since 2006.
The Jeep®, Dodge, Ram Truck and FIAT brands each posted year-over-year sales gains in July compared with the same month a year ago. The Ram Truck brand’s 31 percent increase was the largest sales gain of any Chrysler Group brand in July. Chrysler Group extended its streak of year-over-year sales gains to 40-consecutive months in July.
“We continue to see strong retail sales, particularly with our pickup trucks and SUVs, and that has helped to propel Chrysler Group to our 40th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales growth,” said Reid Bigland, Head of U.S. Sales. “In addition, the all-new Fiat 500L is off to a great start with 962 units sold in its first full month on sale.”
The Ram Truck brand sales gain was driven by the 31 percent increase in Ram pickup truck sales. Dodge brand sales were up 18 percent in July, driven in part by the 88 percent increase in Dodge Durango full-size SUV sales. Jeep brand sales were up 2 percent as all Jeep brand models in production recorded year-over-year sales gains in July. FIAT brand sales were up 2 percent in July compared with the same month a year ago.
Six Chrysler Group vehicles set sales records in the month of July. Three Dodge brand vehicles – the Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan, Dodge Challenger, and Dodge Dart compact sedan – each recorded their best sales for the month of July. The Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Compass also registered their best sales for the month of July. Sales of the flagship Jeep Grand Cherokee were up 30 percent, its best July sales since 2005.
Chrysler Group finished the month with a 66-days supply of inventory (371,889 units). U.S. industry sales figures for July are projected at an estimated 15.8 million units Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR).
July 2013 U.S. Sales Highlights by Brand
Ram Truck Brand
Ram Truck brand sales were up 31 percent, the brand’s best July sales since 2007. July was the fifth-consecutive month in which the Ram Truck brand registered the largest percentage year-over-year sales gain of any Chrysler Group brand. Sales of the Ram pickup truck were up 31 percent, its 39th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains and its best July sales since 2006. Sales of the Light Duty Ram pickup were up 25 percent in July, driven by the Crew Cab pickups, while Heavy Duty Ram sales increased 35 percent.
The Ram Truck brand in July celebrated the start of production of its new 2014 Ram ProMaster Van at Chrysler Group’s Saltillo Van Assembly Plant in Coahuilla, Mexico. The new 2014 Ram ProMaster is Ram Commercial’s latest addition to its popular vehicle lineup. The ProMaster takes its place in the expanding, purpose-built, full-size van segment with a number of best-in-class features focused on the commercial customer. Coming from a strong background of commercial vehicles produced by Fiat Professional, the ProMaster is based on the Fiat Ducato, which has been in production for more than 30 years. Also in July, the brand introduced its newest model, the 2013 Ram Black Express, distinguished by its all-black exterior.
Dodge Brand
Dodge brand sales were up 18 percent in July, the brand’s best July sales since 2005 and its 26th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. The Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan and the Dodge Challenger each recorded their best July sales ever, while sales of the Dodge Durango full-size SUV were up 88 percent. The Dodge Dart compact sedan had its second straight month of year-over-year sales gains.
For the 3rd-consecutive year, the Dodge Charger has ranked highest in the Large Car segment in J.D. Power’s annual U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study™. Sales of the Charger are up 10 percent this year through July. The APEAL Study measures how gratifying a new vehicle is to own and drive, based on customer evaluations of 77 vehicle attributes of new 2013 model year vehicles. According to J.D. Power, the most appealing vehicles have greater owner loyalty, command higher transaction prices and spend less time on dealer lots before purchase.
Jeep® Brand
Jeep brand sales were up 2 percent in July, the brand’s best July sales since 2005. All Jeep brand models in production recorded sales gains in July compared with the same month a year ago, led by the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Sales of the Grand Cherokee were up 30 percent, its best sales month since 2005 and largest percentage increase of any Jeep brand model. The Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Compass each had their best sales for the month of July. Sales of the Jeep Compass were up 27 percent compared with the same month a year ago.
The new 2014 Grand Cherokee was the winner in July of the 2013 Cars.com/USA Today Midsize SUV Challenge. The Grand Cherokee topped five other popular SUVs. Evaluators included experts from Cars.com, USA Today, Motorweek, and a family representing the average midsize SUV buyer.
FIAT Brand
FIAT brand sales were up 2 percent in July compared with the same month a year ago. It was the brand’s best July sales since the Fiat 500 was launched in 2011 and its 17th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. The Fiat 500 was ranked highest in the City Car segment in J.D. Power’s APEAL Study in July. Sales of the Fiat 500L, the newest addition to the FIAT brand product lineup, increased 78 percent compared with sales in the previous month of June. FIAT studios across the U.S. began selling the all-new 2014 Fiat 500L in June. The 500L expands the appeal of the iconic 500, with two more doors, accommodations for five passengers, best-in-class interior volume, and advanced European technology.
The all-new fully electric Fiat 500e, which went on sale in California in July, was voted “Top Electric Vehicle” by the Northwest Automotive Press Association during its first annual “Drive Revolution” green-car competition in Portland, Ore. NWAPA members tested 17 of the market’s most technologically advanced and fuel efficient models around Portland – including electric cars, plug-in hybrids, and clean-diesel models from both import and domestic manufacturers.
Chrysler Brand
Sales of the brand’s flagship Chrysler 300 full-size sedan were up 12 percent, the vehicle’s best July sales since 2008. Chrysler brand sales were down 4 percent in July compared with the same month a year ago. Sales of both the Chrysler Town & Country minivan and Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan are up this year through July compared with the same period in 2012. The Town & Country was the highest-ranking minivan in J.D. Power’s recent 2013 U.S. Initial Quality Study.
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08-01-13, 09:16 AM
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Vw
Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) today reported 35,779 units delivered in July, a 3.3 percent decrease over prior year sales and a 1.3 percent year-to-date decrease versus the prior year.
“We continue to see a healthy demand for the Volkswagen brand, despite the fact that we are entering a period of consolidated growth as we phase out 2013 Model Year vehicles,” said Mark McNabb, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “While we remain cautious in terms of the economic outlook, we are confident in the strength of our product offerings, particularly as we gear up for the 2014 Model Year introductions which bring a host of new innovations to the market.”
The Chattanooga-built Passat continued to show strong results with 10,051 units delivered an increase of 11.6 percent. The Passat, which celebrated its 40th year of global production in July, continues to demonstrate its strength in the marketplace as it was recently awarded the most appealing Midsize Car in the J.D. Power 2013 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study. This is the 2nd year in a row that the Passat has ranked highest in the hotly contested mid-size sedan segment. Nearly 40 percent of the Passat’s sold in July were TDI® Clean Diesels.
Total Jetta deliveries (including SportWagen) for July accounted for 13,388 units. The Jetta Turbo Hybrid continues to attract consumer interest with 417 deliveries in July.
Total Beetle deliveries for July were 5,256 units, an 85.1 percent increase versus the prior year. This month, the 1970’s-inspired, limited-edition Beetle GSR will hit dealer showrooms. The Beetle GSR will also feature the EA888 turbocharged and direct-injection 2.0-liter TSI® engine, giving the vehicle more power, more torque and better fuel economy.
Total sales of the Golf (including Golf R and GTI) were 2,666 units. The Volkswagen GTI, ranked highest in the Compact Sporty Car segment in the J.D. Power 2013the APEAL Study.
The Tiguan and Touareg sold 2,270 and 603 units respectively.
Volkswagen’s high-mileage, TDI® Clean Diesel models accounted for 29.9 percent of sales in July, and 23.3 percent year-to-date, the best July and year-to-date results ever.
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08-01-13, 09:35 AM
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Subaru
Subaru of America, Inc. today reported 35,994 vehicle sales for the month of July, a 43 percent increase over July 2012. The company also posted best-ever July sales for the Forester, Outback and Impreza models. Year-to-date sales for Subaru total 240,591 – 27 percent higher than the same period in 2012.
July sales for Forester reached 9841, 52 percent higher than July 2012. Outback and Impreza monthly sales also increased 23 percent and 12 percent, respectively, over July 2012.
“Subaru sales have been on the rise for the past five years and we are excited to have achieved another record,” said Thomas J. Doll, president and chief operating officer, Subaru of America, Inc.
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08-01-13, 10:17 AM
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Honda/Acura
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported July 2013 U.S. sales of 141,439 units, a total increase of 20.9% compared with July 2012 (up 16.1% based on the Daily Selling Rate, or DSR*). The Honda Division posted July 2013 sales of 126,289 units, an increase of 21.3% compared with July 2012. Acura Division U.S. July sales of 15,150 units jumped 18.1% compared with July 2012.
Honda
Accord and Civic both top 30,000 July sales, with Civic breaking a 13-year-old July sales record
CR-V breaks July sales record set last year by more than 6,500 units, with sales of 27,226, up 32.5% compared to July 2012
Pilot and Ridgeline both see 5th consecutive month of double digit sales gains, up 32.5 and 67.7 percent respectively, from July 2012
"In July, all of our core models - Civic, Accord, Odyssey and CRV - showed double-digit gains," said John Mendel, executive vice president of sales at American Honda. "This indicates Honda's commitment to retail sales is resonating with consumers seeking not only fun and fuel-efficient vehicles, but also products that retain their long-term value."
Acura
Acura posts a 18.1-percent sales gain, and a 35.4% gain in light-truck sales setting an all-time light-truck sales record
MDX, new from the ground up, topped 5,500 units and set a new July record last set in 2005, making it Acura's top-selling model
RDX continues its amazing run with 15 consecutive month of record sales (3,936 units sold)
"The all-new MDX is off to the kind of dominating start we expected, teamed with RDX to give Acura a powerful 1-2 punch in the important luxury light-truck segment, and new momentum in Acura showrooms," said Jeff Conrad, vice president and general manager of Acura sales. "MDX delivers due to its fundamental advantages in areas that resonate with luxury SUV shoppers."
08-01-13, 10:28 AM
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Acura has certainly found a winning formula for their CUVs. The sales numbers for the MDX + RDX have now reached RX levels. Although I am certain the upcoming NX will ensure that Lexus remains king of this segment.
08-01-13, 10:41 AM
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Nissan/Infiniti
Nissan set a new July record with U.S. sales of 109,041 deliveries, an increase of 10.9 percent over 98,341 units a year earlier. Nissan Division also set a new July record with 101,279 sales, up 16.8 percent and led by record July performances by Altima, Versa, Pathfinder and Rogue. Sales of Infiniti vehicles in July totaled 7,762, as the brand prepares for the launch of the all-new Infiniti Q50 sports sedan.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
Nissan Division posted 101,279 sales, a July record and up 16.8 percent from last July's 86,722 units. July marks Nissan's 5th consecutive monthly sales record.
Nissan Altima deliveries also set a July record, increasing 11 percent to 29,534 units.
Pathfinder SUV sales jumped 235.1 percent to 8,428 units, marking the best July ever for the model.
Versa sales set a July record at 9,007 units, up 20.9 percent, buoyed by the launch of the all-new 2014 Versa Note hatchback.
Rogue sales also set a new July record at 16,992 units, up 28.8 percent. An all-new Rogue will launch later in 2013, with production moving to Nissan's Smyrna, Tenn., assembly plant.
Sales of Nissan LEAF in June were 1,864 units, up 371.9 percent and setting a new July record. Since the launch of the Smyrna, Tenn.-built, 2013 LEAF in March, sales are up 335.3 percent.
Fred Diaz, divisional vice president, Nissan Sales& Marketing, Service& Parts, said: "With the launch of the all-new Versa Note, Nissan has now refreshed 4 of our top-5 selling models in just more than a year. These all-new models are delivering new monthly highs and providing momentum for the upcoming launch of the all-new Rogue."
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
Infiniti today reported sales of 7,762 units in July, down 33.2 percent from 11,619 units a year earlier.
Infiniti JX/QX60 sales were up 37.4 percent to 2,747 units in July.
08-01-13, 10:59 AM
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Toyota/Lexus/Scion
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported July 2013 sales results of 193,394 units, an increase of 12.6 percent over July 2012 on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. On a raw-volume basis, unadjusted for 25 selling days in July 2013 versus 24 selling days in July 2012, TMS sales increased 17.3 percent from the year-ago month.
"Solid industry sales in July point to a stable market indicating a recovering economy,” said Bill Fay, Toyota division group vice president and general manager. “Consumer confidence also maintained elevated levels as evidenced by strong retail sales. For Toyota, we saw growth year-over-year with July sales up more than 16.5 percent.”
July 2013 Sales Conference Notes
July 2013 Sales Conference Call
Thursday, August 1, 2013
Toyota Motor Sales Vice President of Corporate Communications Mike Michels:
Hello everyone and thank you for joining us to review Toyota’s July sales results.
Speaking today will be:
Bill Fay, Toyota Division Group Vice President and General Manager
And Jeff Bracken, Group Vice President and General Manager of Lexus
Following the call, our communications team will be available to field any additional questions you may have.
Now I’d like to turn it over to Bill for a look at July results.
Toyota Division Group Vice President and General Manager Bill Fay:
Thank you…and thanks everyone for joining us today.
The industry strength we saw in June carried into July
Sales of about 1.3 million
Up 14 percent from last year on volume basis
Best July in seven years (2006)
SAAR in the mid-15 million range
YTD SAAR now stands at 15.4
July typically 1 of the better retail months
Case again this year
Retail sales accounting for nearly 90 percent of total
And virtually all of the month’s increase
Continues to be driven by:
Consumer confidence
Pent-up demand
New products
Excellent financing options
A strong industry retail month
Typically translates into a strong month for Toyota, Lexus and Scion dealers
True again in July
Total sales of 193,394
Up more than 17 percent from last year
Outperforming the industry
For the Toyota Division
Started the month with a focus on Camry and the Prius Family
Along with sell-down for Corolla and Tundra
In preparation for new models coming later this month
Results indicate that focus paid big dividends
Toyota Division
Sales of 170,363
Up 16.2 percent from last year
Toyota #1 retail brand in July
Fleet just 4.5 percent of mix
Camry
Set the pace with an excellent month
Sales of nearly 35,000
Up 16 percent
Best-selling car in America
Prius Family
Showed an even larger percentage increase
Up 40 percent
To 23,300 units
Best July ever for Prius
Pushed Toyota Division hybrid sales
Up 40 percent
Accounting for more than 60 percent of all industry hybrid sales
New Avalon
Continued its run of triple digit increases
Sales more than doubled
Second best July ever
Finally on the car side
Corolla
1 of the smoother sell-downs I can remember
sold nearly 24,500
+ 3.5 percent
+ 4-and-half percent for the year
Truck results
RAV4 volume leader
More than 19,500 units
Up 28 percent
Best July ever
6th straight record-setting month
Sienna topped 10,500
Up 10 percent
Highlander
Also sold more 10,000
Up 2 percent for the month and nearly 7 percent for the year
In July announced production expansion
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana
Another 15,000 units
In addition to a previously announced 50,000 unit expansion already slated for this fall
Pickup sales up 15 and-a-half percent
Tacoma +22 percent
Tundra +7 percent
Toyota Certified Used Vehicles
Continue to roll along
7th straight record-setting month
More than 32,500
Next up
August marks end of the model year
And our annual nationwide clearance sale
With 2 new vehicles on the horizon
Corolla and Tundra
Sell-down especially important
Going very well
Series of APRs
0 percent on 7 models
Including Corolla and Tundra
Wide range of low lease rates
Able to offer these outstanding financing options
In part, due to strong residual values of our products
In fact, last month
Kelly Blue Book named Toyota top brand for residual value
Third time in the last four years
Also named Lexus the top luxury brand
Finally
Production began this week for the new Corolla and Tundra
Couldn’t come at a better time
Both vehicles in relatively short supply
Pulling start of sales forward to later this month
As soon as we can get them from the factories
Now I’d like to turn this over to Jeff Bracken for a look at the Lexus results.
Lexus Group Vice President and General Manager Jeff Bracken:
Thank you Bill.
The Lexus July story centers around the all-new IS.
Went on sale last weekend in June
Got off to great start
Carried through July
Thanks to a big boost from the IS
Total Lexus sales up 25.5 percent from last July on volume basis
23,031
Third straight month above 21,000
Mainly the result of a 37.5 percent jump in car sales
The IS
Easily had its best month of the year
Still building inventory
Up 60 percent
To more than 3,600
More than doubling last month’s results
The ES was even stronger
Sales up 62 percent
LS also posted a good month
Sales up 23 percent
In the luxury SUV segment, RX continues to lead the way
Sales of 8,400
Up 15 percent
Lexus Certified Pre-Owned
Also strong showing
Fifth straight record-setting month
Taking a look at some early IS highlights
Buyers were drawn by
The new look
Added technology
Especially the driving dynamics of the new car
About half are new to the Lexus family
About two-thirds are male
Average age of 42
lowest of any luxury model
May be an indication why driving dynamics are so important
Because of the initial response to the new car, along with the continued hot pace being set by the ES, LS and RX, and the fact our historically best months of the year are still ahead of us, we’ve decided to move our sales target for the year up slightly, from about 260,000 units, closer to 270,000.
With the luxury market showing steady growth and our new products performing so well, we felt now was the right time to challenge ourselves in the coming months.
August always a good sales month
We expect it to be again this year
Started our Golden Opportunity Sales Event
close out 2013 models
Launch the 2014 lineup
We’ll focus on performance
And hybrid lineup
Accounts for 65 percent of all luxury hybrid sales
Finally, IS launch will continue to build momentum in August
Closeout of 2013 going very well
Good and growing inventory of the 2014 model
We’ll be focused on getting the word out about the all-new IS
Thank you very much for joining us today and now I’d like to open up the call for questions.
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08-01-13, 11:10 AM
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Bmw
The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported July sales of 29,993 vehicles, an increase of 10.5 percent from the 27,152 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) is up 9.2 percent on sales of 202,780 in the first seven months of 2013 compared to 185,715 in the same period in 2012.
“July is a pivotal month, setting the trend for the second half of the year and the numbers show the trend is with us” said Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America, LLC. “We have a strong line-up of new vehicles to launch in the months ahead led by the all-new X5, which started production today, and the beautiful BMW 4 Series Coupe which arrives in the fall.”
BMW Brand Sales
Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 12.9 percent in July for a total of 24,043 compared to 21,297 vehicles sold in July, 2012. Year-to-date, the BMW brand is up 11.3 percent on sales of 164,474 compared to 147,801 sold in the first seven months of 2012.
In July, best performing vehicles included the 1 Series, up 60.7 percent to 609 units; the 3 Series, up 29.2 percent to 9,890 units; the Z4 Roadster, up 25.4 percent to 217 units and the X5 SAV, up 17.1 percent to 2,674 units.
BMW Pre-Owned Vehicles
In July, sales of BMW used vehicles (including certified pre-owned and pre-owned) increased 18.5 percent to 14,994 vehicles compared to the 12,658 vehicles sold in July, 2012. January through July, BMW used vehicle sales are up 7.0 percent on volume of 101,553 compared to 94,940 in the same period of 2012.
MINI Brand Sales – best July ever
MINI USA reported the best July ever with sales of 5,950 automobiles, an increase of 1.6 percent from the 5,855 sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, MINI sales in the U.S. are up 1.0 percent on volume of 38,306 compared to 37,914 in the 1st 7 months of 2012.
“We like to say the world is becoming more MINI and the record sales figures for July and year-to-date prove that interest in the premium small car segment continues to grow and that people can think small”, said Jim McDowell, Vice President, MINI USA. “We are especially pleased with the sales performance of the MINI Countryman model that continues to bring new motorers to our growing MINI family.”
MINI Pre-Owned Vehicles – best month ever
In July, MINI used automobiles (including MINI NEXT certified pre-owned and pre-owned) reported the best month ever with sales of 1,974 automobiles, an increase of 28.9 percent from the 1,531 sold in July, 2012. January through July, MINI used vehicle sales are up 20.1 percent on volume of 12,298 compared to 10,241 in the same period of 2012.
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08-01-13, 11:18 AM
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Kia
Kia Motors America (KMA) today reported record July sales of 49,004 vehicles, a 1.9-percent increase over the same period in 2012. Following the launch of the national marketing campaign for the all-new 2014 Cadenza, the flagship sedan surpassed the 1,000 unit mark for the second time. Accounting for more than 40 percent of Kia's July sales, KMA's U.S.-built* vehicles once again take the top sales honors as the Optima midsize sedan was the brand's best seller for the 20th consecutive month with 13,752 units sold, and the Sorento CUV enjoyed sales of 9,576 vehicles. The Soul urban passenger vehicle also recorded strong monthly sales of 10,160 units.
"Awareness of our latest new products, including the redesigned 2014 Sorento CUV and all-new Cadenza and Forte sedans on sale now, continues to rise and elevate Kia's reputation as a value leader that provides more style, equipment and amenities for the money," said Byung Mo Ahn, group president and CEO of KMA and KMMG. "More new products are on the horizon, and these vehicles will continue to advance value to new levels of sophistication by combining world-class design with cutting-edge technologies, premium amenities and affordable pricing to meet and exceed the expectations of our customers."
The record-setting month of July also witnessed 3 Kia vehicles -- the 2013 Optima, Rio and Soul -- ranked at or near the top of their respective segments within the J.D. Power 2013 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study. The Soul gained recognition as the top "Compact Multi-Purpose Vehicle" in the category for the 2nd year in a row, while the Optima and Rio came in second in the "Midsize" and "Sub-Compact" car segments, respectively.
08-01-13, 11:21 AM
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Mazda
- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported July U.S. sales of 24,977 vehicles, representing an increase of 29.4 percent versus last year. Year-to-date sales through July are up 4.2 percent versus last year, with 169,920 vehicles sold.
Key July sales notes:
Mazda reported its best July sales since 2007 with 24,977 vehicles sold representing an increase of 29.4 percent. This is the largest YOY increase for Mazda in 18 months.
Vehicles equipped with SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY accounted for 71 percent of total Mazda sales for the month of July.
Mazda's CX-5 continues to be a favorite among consumers. Representing an 86 percent increase year-over-year, Mazda delivered 7,825 CX-5s to consumers in the month of July.
The all-new 2014 Mazda6 saw its best July sales since 2007 with 3,447 vehicles sold and posting an increase of 167.4 percent YOY. Inventory continues to remain low as consumer demand outpaces production.
Mazda3 reported solid sales in July, accounting for an increase of 2.3 percent YOY, 9,236 vehicles sold, and its best July since 2010.
Mazda CX-9 saw its best July since 2011 with an increase of 6.2 percent YOY and 2,084 vehicles sold.
In the heat of the summer, Mazda MX-5 Miata delivers with a 12.4 percent increase YOY and 663 vehicles sold in its best July since 2010.
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Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
Jul Jul % % MTD Jul Jul % % YTD
2013 2012 Change DSR 2013 2012 Change DSR
Mazda2 800 905 (11.6)% (11.6)% 6,394 11,056 (42.2)% (41.5)%
Mazda3 9,236 9,027 2.3% 2.3% 61,937 68,554 (9.7)% (8.6)%
Mazda5 922 994 (7.2)% (7.2)% 10,023 7,939 26.3% 27.7%
Mazda6 3,447 1,289 167.4% 167.4% 25,115 26,658 (5.8)% (4.7)%
MX-5 Miata 663 590 12.4% 12.4% 3,812 4,016 (5.1)% (4.0)%
RX-8 - N/A N/A - 80 (100.0)% (100.0)%
CX-5 7,825 4,208 86.0% 86.0% 45,882 20,239 126.7% 129.2%
CX-7 - 324 (100.0)% (100.0)% 1 10,983 (100.0)% (100.0)%
CX-9 2,084 1,962 6.2% 6.2% 16,756 13,070 28.2% 29.6%
Tribute 1 (100.0)% (100.0)% - 502 (100.0)% (100.0)%
Total Vehicles
CARS 15,068 12,805 17.7% 17.7% 107,281 118,303 (9.3)% (8.3)%
TRUCKS 9,909 6,495 52.6% 52.6% 62,639 44,794 39.8% 41.4%
TOTAL 24,977 19,300 29.4% 29.4% 169,920 163,097 4.2% 5.4%
MEMO:
IMPORT CAR 15,067 11,516 30.8% 101,011 91,645 10.2%
IMPORT TRUCK 9,909 6,494 52.6% 62,639 44,292 41.4%
IMPORT TOTAL 24,976 18,010 38.7% 163,650 135,937 20.4%
DOMESTIC CAR 1 1,289 (99.9)% 6,270 26,658 (76.5)%
DOMESTIC TRUCK - 1 (100.0)% - 502 (100.0)%
DOMESTIC TOTALS 1 1,290 (99.9)% 6,270 27,160 (76.9)%
Selling Days 25 25 178 180
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