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August 2021 Sales Thread
https://acuranews.com/en-US/releases...-supply-issues
Light Trucks Provide Bright Spots as American Honda August Sales Dampened by Supply Issues
September 1, 2021- American Honda weathers industrywide parts supply issues to post overall sales of 114,656 in August
- HR-V (10,836) and Passport (4,681) set 7th straight monthly sales records in August
- CR-V Hybrid powers Honda electrified vehicles to best August sales mark; Honda has set a new electrified vehicle sales record in every month of 2021
- Demand off the charts for all-new Civic Sedan, with supply the only limit as dealers quickly sell every unit they receive
- Acura light trucks surge despite limited supply of all-new MDX; RDX posts its best August
- All-new TLX Type S posts strong month and drives Acura sedan sales to best August since 2017
Total
Cars
Trucks Total
Cars
Trucks Total
Cars
Trucks
August 114,656
-15.6%
40,540
-25%
74,116
-9.5%
14,292
+4.7%
3,818
+11.5%
10,474
+2.5%
100,364
-17.9%
36,722
-27.5%
63,642
-11.2%
See accompanying spreadsheet for complete results.
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Hyundai
https://www.hyundainews.com/en-us/releases/3388
Hyundai Motor America Reports August 2021 Sales
- Total Car Sales Up 8%; Total Eco-Friendly Vehicle Sales Increased 245%
- Hyundai Continues to Gain Market Share
“After five months in a row of record-breaking sales, along with chip supply shortages, our inventory levels presented a challenge in August,” said Randy Parker, senior vice president, National Sales, Hyundai Motor America. “Importantly, consumer demand for Hyundai vehicles remains at an all-time high and we expect our inventory pipeline to improve throughout the remainder of the year. We anticipate outperforming the market for the month and continuing to grow our market share.”
August Retail Highlights
Hyundai sold 51,950 retail units in August, a decline of 7%. Hyundai eco-friendly vehicle retail sales continued to grow substantially, increasing 242% on the month. New retail August sales records were established for Ioniq EV, Ioniq PHEV, Kona EV and Nexo.
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Mazda
https://insidemazda.mazdausa.com/pre...sales-results/
Mazda Reports August 2021 Sales Results
September 1, 2021IRVINE, Calif. (Sept. 1, 2021) – Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total August sales of 27,262 vehicles, an increase of 4.6 percent compared to August 2020. Year-to-date sales totaled 249,168 vehicles; an increase of 39.2 percent compared to the same time last year. With 25 selling days in August, compared to 26 the year prior, the company posted an increase of 8.8 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.
CPO sales totaled 5,899 vehicles in August, a decrease of 11 percent compared to August 2020.
Sales Highlights
- CX-5 achieved 12 percent YoY growth for its second-best August with 15,329 vehicles sold
- CX-30 achieved 14 percent YoY growth with 4,391 vehicles sold
Mazda Canada, Inc., (MCI) reported August sales of 5,907 vehicles, a decrease of 3.2 percent compared to August last year. Year-to-date sales increased 31.1 percent with 46,822 vehicles sold.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported August sales of 2,931 vehicles, a decrease of 7.4 percent compared to August last year. Year-to-date sales increased 15.9 percent, with 31,283 vehicles sold.
Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada and Mexico through approximately 780 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario, and operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at InsideMazda.MazdaUSA.com/Newsroom.
Follow MNAO’s social media channels through Twitter and Instagram at @MazdaUSA and Facebook at Facebook.com/MazdaUSA.
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Subaru
https://media.subaru.com/pressreleas...s-august-sales
September 1, 2021 , Camden, N.J. -
SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. REPORTS AUGUST SALES
- WRX/STI sales up 80-percent
- Crosstrek sales up 12 percent
“Sales remain steady despite battling the ongoing microchip shortage, and our retailers continue to deliver strong results,” said Thomas J. Doll, President and CEO, Subaru of America, Inc. “In addition to our sales, this August, our retailers proudly partnered with AdoptAClassroom.org to help provide resources for more than 114,000 students, and in our hometown of Camden, we adopted all K-5 classrooms in the Camden City School District. Our commitment to making learning more accessible to all children is another reason why our retailers are more than a typical car dealer and Subaru is more than a car company.”
In August, Outback was the top performer by volume with 14,219 vehicles. Crosstrek sales for August 2021 increased 12 percent over the same month in 2020, while WRX/STI sales increased 80 percent. Year-to-date (YTD), Forester leads by volume with 120,888 vehicles. When compared with the same period in 2020, Outback posted a 30 percent increase, while Crosstrek and WRX/STI carlines posted increases of 37 percent and 40 percent, respectively.
“Our retailers are showing immense efficiency and continue to exceed expectations during a challenging time for automotive inventory globally,” said Jeff Walters, Senior Vice President of Sales. “As car buyers look forward to fall road trips and outdoor excursions this coming season, we look forward to providing them with SUVs, such as the new Outback Wilderness, built for adventure.”
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Volvo
https://www.media.volvocars.com/us/e...hs-of-growth-1
Volvo Car USA August sales mark 15 consecutive months of growth
Sep 01, 2021 ID: 285743- U.S. sales up 35.8 percent (86,015 cars) year-to-date
- Fifteen consecutive months of year-over-year growth
- Recharge models represented 48.9 percent of sales in California and 18.5 percent of total Volvo Car USA sales
- Volvo Car Americas Region sales up 6.3 percent year-to-date
MAHWAH, NJ (September 1, 2021) Volvo Car USA posted an August sales result of 10,686 cars sold, up 3 percent over 2020, representing 15 consecutive months of year-over-year growth for the brand. Year-to-date sales are up 35.8 percent, an increase of 22,685 cars sold in the same period last year.
The brand’s share of Recharge models – vehicles with fully electric or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrains – held steady, accounting for 48.9 percent of sales in the state of California. Recharge models nationally represented 18.5 percent of total August sales in the United States.
The company’s Americas Region achieved an overall sales increase of 6.3 percent year-over-year with 5.6 percent growth in Canada and 34.6 percent growth in Latin America.
“Reflecting on our journey from June 2020 to today, it’s encouraging to see yet another month of positive growth,” said Anders Gustafsson, Senior Vice President, Volvo Car Americas and President and CEO, Volvo Car USA. “This is especially noteworthy in the context of the ongoing challenges our industry is facing.”
Media may visit www.media.volvocars.com/us for a breakdown of sales by model.
About Volvo Car USA
Volvo Car USA LLC, (www.volvocars.com/us) is a subsidiary of Volvo Car Group of Gothenburg, Sweden. VCUSA provides marketing, sales, parts, service, technology and training support to Volvo automobile retailers in the United States. For more information please refer to the VCUSA media website at: http://www.media.volvocars.com/us.
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Kia
https://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media...s-august-sales
KIA AMERICA ANNOUNCES AUGUST SALES
08/31/21 ID: 17849IRVINE, Calif., August 31, 2021 – Kia America today announced August sales of 54,009 vehicles, led by the Forte and Sportage models. Kia sold 74-percent of available inventory in August.“Kia continues to see record demand in 2021 with sales up 35% year-over-year, and an average of more than 62,000 sales per month, despite challenges facing the industry regarding parts availability and overall inventory,” said Eric Watson, vice president, sales operations, Kia America. “Further proof of Kia’s appeal came when the brand earned the highest number of J.D. Power Initial Quality Awards for the third straight year. Looking forward, we are confident that Kia will continue to outperform the industry in the third quarter and beyond.”
Complementing August sales, numerous Kia models were recognized with prestigious industry awards and accolades, including:
- Five Kia models topped their respective segments in the 2021 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study (IQS) including Forte, Soul, Sportage and Telluride.
- The 2022 Carnival MPV earned the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety TOP SAFETY PICK
- The Telluride was named among the Best New Cars for Dog Lovers by Autotrader.
- S. News & World Report named the 2021 Sorento Hybrid the Best New SUV for Teens in the $30K to $35K range.
- Kia America donated $200,000 to the American Red Cross to assist with disaster relief efforts and provide shelter, food and comfort to those affected by Hurricane Ida. In addition, Kia Finance customers affected by Hurricane Ida may be eligible for payment relief solutions. Customers are encouraged to contact the Kia Finance customer service line at (866) 331-5632 to learn more about their options during this difficult time.
- The addition of the 2022 Sorento Turbo Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) SUV to Kia’s world-class model lineup. The latest addition to Kia’s ambitious ‘Plan S’ electrification, the Sorento PHEV offers power, efficiency, all-wheel drive capability and three-row seating accommodations. The vehicle will arrive in showrooms in the third quarter of 2021.
- The launch of the new “Kia@Home” product and brand experience which delivers scheduled test drives of two of Kia’s most technologically advanced vehicles direct to consumers at a convenient location of their choosing in several major cities. Showcasing the innovative Carnival MPV and the all-electric Niro EV, Kia@Home tailors the test drive experience to shoppers’ needs.
- Eric Watson’s appointment to the position of vice president, sales operations, Kia America.
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