June 2006 Vehicle Sales
07-03-06, 12:42 PM
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Chrysler Group Reports U.S. Monthly and Quarterly Sales
* Chrysler Group brings Employee Pricing Plus program to all customers
* 'Ask Dr. Z' Marketing Campaign communicates the benefits of American and
German engineering and design in DaimlerChrysler products
* Dodge Caliber continues strong selling pace
* Jeep(R) Compass begins shipping to Dealers nationwide
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Chrysler Group
reported U.S. sales for June 2006 of 185,946 units, a decrease of 15
percent compared to June 2005 sales of 220,032 units. Sales for the second
quarter declined 12 percent to 567,302 units. Second quarter 2005 sales
totaled 641,153 units. Year-to-date sales totaled 1,129,546 units, a
decline of 5 percent versus 2005 year-to-date sales of 1,187,885 units. All
sales are reported on a day-rate adjusted basis unless otherwise indicated.
"Consumers are wrestling with the effects of higher gas prices and
other economic uncertainties that are impacting the entire automotive
industry, including the Chrysler Group," said Steven Landry, Chrysler
Group, Vice President - Sales and Field Operations. "Products like the
Dodge Caliber and the upcoming Jeep(R) Compass along with the Employee
Pricing Plus program with the 'Ask Dr. Z' advertising campaign are the
tools the company will use to build sales momentum."
Sales of the Dodge Caliber totaled 12,098 units in June, marking the
third consecutive month of sales in excess of 11,000 units. Sales of the
Dodge Ram pickup performed comparably during June, with sales only
declining 1 percent year over year to 32,375 units. June 2005 sales totaled
32,825 units. The Dodge Charger posted sales of 9,710 units, an increase of
123 percent over previous year sales of 4,354 units. Monthly sales of Dodge
brand vehicles totaled 96,485 units, a decrease of 11 percent over June
2005 sales of 107,997 units. For the quarter, the Dodge brand posted sales
of 302,692 units, down 7 percent over second quarter 2005 sales of 325,274
units.
The Jeep Commander posted sales of 8,958 units for June 2006, 40
percent higher than May 2006 sales of 6,138 units. For the month, Jeep
brand sales declined 19 percent, posting sales of 37,475 units. June 2005
sales totaled 46,441 units. Quarterly sales for the Jeep brand totaled
104,965 units, a decline of 18 percent from previous year sales of 127,257
units. Launching on the heels of the Dodge Caliber and coming from the same
manufacturing facility, the all-new 2007 Jeep Compass expands the Jeep
product lineup as the newest entry delivering utility, fuel efficiency and
value. The Jeep Compass is just beginning to arrive at dealerships to a
positive reception.
Chrysler PT Cruiser posted sales of 14,693 units, an increase of 25
percent over previous year sales of 11,727 units. Monthly Chrysler brand
sales totaled 51,986 units, a decrease of 21 percent over previous year
sales of 65,594 units. Quarterly Chrysler brand sales totaled 159,645
units, down 15 percent from second quarter 2005 sales of 188,622 units.
"The launch of the company's Employee Pricing Plus program, driven by
the 'Ask Dr. Z' advertising campaign, provides a unique opportunity for the
Chrysler Group to leverage its global resources and U.S. dealer network to
produce and distribute unique, customer driven products like the Dodge
Caliber and Jeep Compass," said Michael Manley, Chrysler Group, Vice
President - Sales Strategy and Dealer Operations. "We remain focused on
launching great products and improving sales through year-end."
Chrysler Group finished the month with 647,695 units of inventory, or a
91-day supply.
SOURCE Chrysler Group
* 'Ask Dr. Z' Marketing Campaign communicates the benefits of American and
German engineering and design in DaimlerChrysler products
* Dodge Caliber continues strong selling pace
* Jeep(R) Compass begins shipping to Dealers nationwide
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Chrysler Group
reported U.S. sales for June 2006 of 185,946 units, a decrease of 15
percent compared to June 2005 sales of 220,032 units. Sales for the second
quarter declined 12 percent to 567,302 units. Second quarter 2005 sales
totaled 641,153 units. Year-to-date sales totaled 1,129,546 units, a
decline of 5 percent versus 2005 year-to-date sales of 1,187,885 units. All
sales are reported on a day-rate adjusted basis unless otherwise indicated.
"Consumers are wrestling with the effects of higher gas prices and
other economic uncertainties that are impacting the entire automotive
industry, including the Chrysler Group," said Steven Landry, Chrysler
Group, Vice President - Sales and Field Operations. "Products like the
Dodge Caliber and the upcoming Jeep(R) Compass along with the Employee
Pricing Plus program with the 'Ask Dr. Z' advertising campaign are the
tools the company will use to build sales momentum."
Sales of the Dodge Caliber totaled 12,098 units in June, marking the
third consecutive month of sales in excess of 11,000 units. Sales of the
Dodge Ram pickup performed comparably during June, with sales only
declining 1 percent year over year to 32,375 units. June 2005 sales totaled
32,825 units. The Dodge Charger posted sales of 9,710 units, an increase of
123 percent over previous year sales of 4,354 units. Monthly sales of Dodge
brand vehicles totaled 96,485 units, a decrease of 11 percent over June
2005 sales of 107,997 units. For the quarter, the Dodge brand posted sales
of 302,692 units, down 7 percent over second quarter 2005 sales of 325,274
units.
The Jeep Commander posted sales of 8,958 units for June 2006, 40
percent higher than May 2006 sales of 6,138 units. For the month, Jeep
brand sales declined 19 percent, posting sales of 37,475 units. June 2005
sales totaled 46,441 units. Quarterly sales for the Jeep brand totaled
104,965 units, a decline of 18 percent from previous year sales of 127,257
units. Launching on the heels of the Dodge Caliber and coming from the same
manufacturing facility, the all-new 2007 Jeep Compass expands the Jeep
product lineup as the newest entry delivering utility, fuel efficiency and
value. The Jeep Compass is just beginning to arrive at dealerships to a
positive reception.
Chrysler PT Cruiser posted sales of 14,693 units, an increase of 25
percent over previous year sales of 11,727 units. Monthly Chrysler brand
sales totaled 51,986 units, a decrease of 21 percent over previous year
sales of 65,594 units. Quarterly Chrysler brand sales totaled 159,645
units, down 15 percent from second quarter 2005 sales of 188,622 units.
"The launch of the company's Employee Pricing Plus program, driven by
the 'Ask Dr. Z' advertising campaign, provides a unique opportunity for the
Chrysler Group to leverage its global resources and U.S. dealer network to
produce and distribute unique, customer driven products like the Dodge
Caliber and Jeep Compass," said Michael Manley, Chrysler Group, Vice
President - Sales Strategy and Dealer Operations. "We remain focused on
launching great products and improving sales through year-end."
Chrysler Group finished the month with 647,695 units of inventory, or a
91-day supply.
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DaimlerChrysler Corporation U.S. Sales Summary Thru June 2006
Month Sales DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Sebring 1,329 8,544 -84% -84%
Concorde 0 0 0% 0%
300 9,140 11,504 -21% -21%
Crossfire 364 1,526 -76% -76%
PT Cruiser 14,693 11,727 25% 25%
Pacifica 6,516 10,005 -35% -35%
Town & Country 19,944 22,288 -11% -11%
CHRYSLER BRAND 51,986 65,594 -21% -21%
Wrangler 5,674 8,337 -32% -32%
Liberty 12,155 14,160 -14% -14%
Grand Cherokee 10,688 23,944 -55% -55%
Commander 8,958 0 0% 0%
JEEP BRAND 37,475 46,441 -19% -19%
Neon 848 13,813 -94% -94%
Caliber 12,098 0 0% 0%
Stratus 778 10,711 -93% -93%
Intrepid 0 NA NA
Charger 9,710 4,354 123% 123%
Viper 106 163 -35% -35%
Magnum 2,281 4,464 -49% -49%
Dakota 7,120 8,044 -11% -11%
Ram P/U 32,375 32,825 -1% -1%
Caravan 21,937 22,459 -2% -2%
Durango 7,366 9,678 -24% -24%
Ram Van/Wagon 0 2 -100% -100%
Sprinter Van 1,866 1,484 26% 26%
DODGE BRAND 96,485 107,997 -11% -11%
TOTAL CHRYSLER GROUP 185,946 220,032 -15% -15%
TOTAL CG CAR 35,739 53,136 -33% -33%
TOTAL CG TRUCK 150,207 166,896 -10% -10%
Selling Days 26 26
Sales CYTD DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Sebring 42,669 52,005 -18% -18%
Concorde 0 210 -100% -100%
300 73,135 73,571 -1% -1%
Crossfire 5,221 7,650 -32% -32%
PT Cruiser 70,153 65,548 7% 7%
Pacifica 42,468 44,762 -5% -5%
Town & Country 88,887 100,638 -12% -12%
CHRYSLER BRAND 322,533 344,384 -6% -6%
Wrangler 35,265 40,451 -13% -13%
Liberty 70,106 82,984 -16% -16%
Grand Cherokee 72,871 107,534 -32% -32%
Commander 39,674 0 0% 0%
JEEP BRAND 217,916 230,969 -6% -6%
Neon 16,381 65,947 -75% -75%
Caliber 43,694 0 0% 0%
Stratus 48,564 60,190 -19% -19%
Intrepid 0 298 -100% -100%
Charger 59,005 6,195 852% 852%
Viper 743 793 -6% -6%
Magnum 22,013 31,007 -29% -29%
Dakota 40,497 55,549 -27% -27%
Ram P/U 183,174 195,919 -7% -7%
Caravan 125,813 126,270 0% 0%
Durango 38,871 62,147 -37% -37%
Ram Van/Wagon 0 326 -100% -100%
Sprinter Van 10,342 7,891 31% 31%
DODGE BRAND 589,097 612,532 -4% -4%
TOTAL CHRYSLER GROUP 1,129,546 1,187,885 -5% -5%
TOTAL CG CAR 296,527 278,525 6% 6%
TOTAL CG TRUCK 833,019 909,360 -8% -8%
Selling Days 152 152
07-03-06, 12:45 PM
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PORSCHE Cars North America Reports June Sales for Canada
ATLANTA--July 3, 2006--Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States and Canada, today announced retail sales in Canada for June totaled 187, a decrease of 15%. Year-to-date sales are 1,109 versus the same period when sales were 1,140.
"You need to remember that 2005 was a record year for Porsche in Canada when comparing this year to last year," said PCNA President and CEO Peter Schwarzenbauer. "Still, with new products such as the 911 Turbo and the upcoming base Cayman, we will seek to challenge 2005's good overall results. The second half of the year will be an exciting time for our brand in Canada."
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"You need to remember that 2005 was a record year for Porsche in Canada when comparing this year to last year," said PCNA President and CEO Peter Schwarzenbauer. "Still, with new products such as the 911 Turbo and the upcoming base Cayman, we will seek to challenge 2005's good overall results. The second half of the year will be an exciting time for our brand in Canada."
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07-03-06, 12:53 PM
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Suzuki
Suzuki June 2006 Sales Up 28 Percent -- A New Record; Grand Vitara and Forenza Family Lead Suzuki to Best June Sales in Company History
BREA, Calif.--July 3, 2006--American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) today announced sales of 9,516 units in June -- representing an increase of 28 percent over June 2005 and marking the best June sales in company history. Year-to-date sales for the first six months of the year, which total 56,959, are up 36 percent over the previous year. Suzuki's monthly and half-year records continue its recent sales momentum which included record sales of 82,101 in 2005 -- the best sales year in American Suzuki's 21-year history.
ASMC's growth was led by the sales of its Grand Vitara, which sold 2,514 units, an impressive 606 percent increase over last year's numbers. The top-selling Forenza family of vehicles also contributed to Suzuki's record month, with 4,772 units sold in June -- an 11 percent increase over 2005.
"Suzuki's record-setting sales during the first half of the year, following the outstanding first quarter result, demonstrates Suzuki's positive sales momentum and puts us on-track to sustain our growth throughout 2006," said Koichi Suzuki, president of American Suzuki's Automotive Operations. "With the increasing popularity of the 2006 Grand Vitara, the continuing sales strength of the Forenza models and the excitement surrounding the two new vehicles (all-new 2007 XL7 and all-new 2007 SX4) set for introduction later this year, American Suzuki is in position for a successful sales effort this year."
Suzuki's expanding product line in the United States includes the media-acclaimed Grand Vitara, the popular Forenza sedan and Forenza Wagon, the five-door Reno, the Aerio and Aerio SX, the Verona and the Suzuki XL-7, one of the most affordable seven-passenger SUVs sold in the United States.
In addition to the strong vehicle lineup, Suzuki automobiles feature America's #1 Warranty with its industry-leading 100,000-mile/7-year, zero deductible, fully transferable limited powertrain warranty.
BREA, Calif.--July 3, 2006--American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) today announced sales of 9,516 units in June -- representing an increase of 28 percent over June 2005 and marking the best June sales in company history. Year-to-date sales for the first six months of the year, which total 56,959, are up 36 percent over the previous year. Suzuki's monthly and half-year records continue its recent sales momentum which included record sales of 82,101 in 2005 -- the best sales year in American Suzuki's 21-year history.
ASMC's growth was led by the sales of its Grand Vitara, which sold 2,514 units, an impressive 606 percent increase over last year's numbers. The top-selling Forenza family of vehicles also contributed to Suzuki's record month, with 4,772 units sold in June -- an 11 percent increase over 2005.
"Suzuki's record-setting sales during the first half of the year, following the outstanding first quarter result, demonstrates Suzuki's positive sales momentum and puts us on-track to sustain our growth throughout 2006," said Koichi Suzuki, president of American Suzuki's Automotive Operations. "With the increasing popularity of the 2006 Grand Vitara, the continuing sales strength of the Forenza models and the excitement surrounding the two new vehicles (all-new 2007 XL7 and all-new 2007 SX4) set for introduction later this year, American Suzuki is in position for a successful sales effort this year."
Suzuki's expanding product line in the United States includes the media-acclaimed Grand Vitara, the popular Forenza sedan and Forenza Wagon, the five-door Reno, the Aerio and Aerio SX, the Verona and the Suzuki XL-7, one of the most affordable seven-passenger SUVs sold in the United States.
In addition to the strong vehicle lineup, Suzuki automobiles feature America's #1 Warranty with its industry-leading 100,000-mile/7-year, zero deductible, fully transferable limited powertrain warranty.
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AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION MONTH END REPORTING
JUN CYTD
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MTD VS. YTD VS.
2006 2005 MTD PRIOR YR. 2006 2005 YTD PRIOR YR.
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VITARA: 3 1 8 228 -96%
GRAND
VITARA: 2,514 356 606% 14,828 2,545 483%
XL-7: 939 864 9% 8,681 10,652 -19%
AERIO: 1,097 602 82% 5,810 3,484 67%
FORENZA(a): 4,772 4,297 11% 25,883 19,493 33%
VERONA: 190 1,329 -86% 1,748 5,612 -69%
TOTAL: 9,516 7,449 28% 56,959 42,014 36%
(a) Please note: Forenza Wagon and Reno sales are included in the
Forenza sales.
Total varies by one, due to reported sale of one Esteem vehicle.
07-03-06, 01:09 PM
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July 03, 2006 01:12 PM US Eastern Timezone
Nissan North America Announces June Sales
GARDENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 3, 2006--Nissan North America, Inc. (Nasdaq:NSANY) (NNA) reports sales of 75,154 units in June, which is a decrease of 19.0 percent from the prior year. While NNA's Nissan Division posted a decrease of 18.9 percent over last year, the Murano had its best ever June and the Frontier posted a strong sales increase versus one year ago. The Infiniti Division posted a sales decline of 20.0 percent versus the prior year.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
-- June sales for Nissan-brand vehicles of 65,854 units decreased 18.9 percent on a daily sales rate basis when compared to last year with 81,158 units sold.
-- Murano saw record sales for June, with 6,617 units sold marking a 2.6 percent increase from one year ago.
-- Frontier pickup enjoyed continued strong sales of 6,411 units in June, a 16.2 percent increase from year-ago.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
-- Sales for Infiniti were down 20.0 percent with 9,300 units sold as compared with last June's 11,623 units.
NNA INFORMATION
-- Combined June sales for Nissan and Infiniti totaled 75,154 units, a 19.0 percent decrease when compared to last year with 92,781 units.
In North America, NNA's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on NNA and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissannews.com or by contacting the corporate media line at 310/771-5631
July 03, 2006 01:12 PM US Eastern Timezone
Nissan North America Announces June Sales
GARDENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 3, 2006--Nissan North America, Inc. (Nasdaq:NSANY) (NNA) reports sales of 75,154 units in June, which is a decrease of 19.0 percent from the prior year. While NNA's Nissan Division posted a decrease of 18.9 percent over last year, the Murano had its best ever June and the Frontier posted a strong sales increase versus one year ago. The Infiniti Division posted a sales decline of 20.0 percent versus the prior year.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
-- June sales for Nissan-brand vehicles of 65,854 units decreased 18.9 percent on a daily sales rate basis when compared to last year with 81,158 units sold.
-- Murano saw record sales for June, with 6,617 units sold marking a 2.6 percent increase from one year ago.
-- Frontier pickup enjoyed continued strong sales of 6,411 units in June, a 16.2 percent increase from year-ago.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
-- Sales for Infiniti were down 20.0 percent with 9,300 units sold as compared with last June's 11,623 units.
NNA INFORMATION
-- Combined June sales for Nissan and Infiniti totaled 75,154 units, a 19.0 percent decrease when compared to last year with 92,781 units.
In North America, NNA's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on NNA and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissannews.com or by contacting the corporate media line at 310/771-5631
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NISSAN DIVISION SALES
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June June Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
DSR
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2006 2005 % Change 2006 2005 % Change
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Nissan Division
Total 65,854 81,158 -18.9 453,877 476,297 -4.7
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Versa 100 0 NA 100 0 NA
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Sentra 9,456 12,018 -21.3 63,392 62,317 1.7
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Altima 14,174 22,239 -36.3 116,959 130,476 -10.4
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Maxima 5,539 5,638 -1.8 32,675 37,513 -12.9
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350Z 2,436 2,520 -3.3 15,089 14,585 3.5
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Total Car 31,705 42,415 -25.3 228,215 244,891 -6.8
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Frontier 6,411 5,515 16.2 41,217 34,480 19.5
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Xterra 4,303 5,063 -15.0 32,406 34,407 -5.8
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Pathfinder 5,355 6,620 -19.1 38,102 38,068 0.1
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Murano 6,617 6,449 2.6 43,354 37,089 16.9
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Quest 3,636 4,280 -15.0 15,822 22,673 30.2
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Armada 2,405 3,251 -26.0 15,924 20,641 -22.9
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Titan 5,422 7,565 -28.3 38,837 44,048 -11.9
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Total Truck 34,149 38,743 -11.9 225,662 231,406 -2.5
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North American
Produced 56,801 72,150 -21.3 395,431 423,507 -6.6
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Car 29,269 39,895 -26.6 213,126 230,306 -7.5
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Truck 27,532 32,255 -14.6 182,305 193,201 -5.6
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Import 9,053 9,008 0.5 58,446 52,790 10.7
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Car 2,436 2,520 -3.3 15,089 14,585 3.5
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Truck 6,617 6,488 2.0 43,357 38,205 13.5
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INFINITI DIVISION SALES
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June June Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
DSR
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2006 2005 % Change 2006 2005 % Change
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Infiniti Division
Total 9,300 11,623 -20.0 57,891 66,424 -12.8
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I35 0 24 -100.0 1 1,015 -99.9
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G35 Sedan 2,428 3,056 -20.5 17,397 21,365 -18.6
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G35 Coupe 1,963 2,458 -20.1 10,727 13,331 -19.5
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M45 2,012 2,480 -18.9 13,128 9,506 38.1
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Q45 18 76 -76.3 296 638 -53.6
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QX56 828 1,138 -27.2 5,971 7,203 -17.1
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FX 2,050 2,391 -14.3 10,367 13,366 -22.4
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Total Car 6,422 8,094 -20.7 41,550 45,854 -9.4
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Total Truck 2,878 3,529 -18.4 16,341 20,570 -20.6
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COMBINED NISSAN AND INFINITI SALES
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June June Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
DSR
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2006 2005 % Change 2006 2005 % Change
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TOTAL VEHICLE 75,154 92,781 -19.0 511,768 542,721 -5.7
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Total Car 38,127 50,509 -24.5 269,765 290,745 -7.2
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Total Truck 37,027 42,272 -12.4 242,003 251,976 -4.0
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Selling Days 26 26 152 152
07-03-06, 02:59 PM
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General Motors
GM Delivers 413,473 Vehicles in June, Highest Monthly Sales Of 2006:
Sales up 15.2 Percent Compared To May
Launch Vehicles Continue Momentum
Highest Market Share of 2006 Anticipated
DETROIT - General Motors' dealers in the United States sold 413,473 new cars and trucks in June, the company's best sales performance year-to-date, up 15.2 percent, or about 68,000 units, compared with May.
"I am proud of our June sales results, especially since they reflect our highest sales month so far this year," said Mark LaNeve, General Motors North America vice president, Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing. "Our launch vehicles had their best sales results so far this year, as evidenced by the sales gains of our all-new full-size utilities. We also had strong sales of the Chevrolet Impala (30,716 vehicles), HHR (9,503), Buick Lucerne (10,690), Pontiac G6 (17,074) and Torrent (4,789)."
GM posted strong passenger car sales with Pontiac leading the way, up 28.7 percent over May and up 12.1 percent over June 2005 on the strength of G6 and G6 convertible hardtop sales. G6 set an all-time sales record and is up 39.9 percent for the first six months of the year. Solstice continues to be one of the hottest cars in the country, and the Torrent crossover also achieved an all-time sales record, up 35.8 percent over May. Other GM divisions posted solid results with Saturn sales up 49.1 percent over May levels. Chevrolet small cars posted robust sales with Cobalt up 21.9 percent, and Aveo up 23.5 percent, compared with May. Also, Impala sales were up 24.6 percent over May.
On the truck side of the market, GM sold 33,148 2007 full-size utilities (including Luxury) in June. Total sales of all GM launch vehicles were up 21.8 percent compared with May and accounted for 25.5 percent of GM's total deliveries for the month. The success of GM's launch vehicles is one of the key components of GM's North America turnaround plan.
"Our customers have told us that success in the marketplace depends on a combination of great new products, strong brands and segment-leading fuel economy, and that is exactly the turnaround strategy we are executing," LaNeve said.
Chevrolet HHR, Equinox, Saturn Vue and Pontiac Torrent pushed total small utility sales up 25.3 percent compared with a year ago. HHR had its best retail sales month since launch setting an all-time sales record for June and CYTD.
GM sports cars also posted solid June sales results, with a 60.1 percent improvement compared with year-ago levels. Corvette sales were up 21.6 percent and Pontiac Solstice and Saturn Sky continue their brisk sales, with Solstice remaining on dealers' lots an average of 13 days and Sky remaining on lots 10 days.
GM's luxury utilities posted strong sales in June, with the all-new 2007 Cadillac Escalade selling 2,604 units; 2007 Escalade ESV selling 1,782 units; and Cadillac SRX sales increasing 31.6 percent compared with one year ago with 2,489 units sold.
GM will continue to introduce an array of new vehicles throughout 2006, including the Saturn AURA, all-new Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra full-size pickups, the fuel-efficient Saturn Vue Green Line Hybrid, and GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook crossovers.
June 2005 was the strongest sales month in 19 years with 558,092 deliveries. Compared with last year, June 2006 sales were down 25.9 percent with total car sales down 2.3 percent, and truck sales down 36.8 percent.
"By any measure... quality of share, launch performance, mix and revenue ... June was a very solid month for GM. Comparing our total volume with last year's employee discount-driven phenomenon is like comparing a home run to a grand slam. Either way, you are scoring runs," said LaNeve.
Certified Used Vehicles
June sales for all certified GM brands, including GM Certified Used Vehicles, Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, Used Cars from Saturn, Saab Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles and HUMMER Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, were 43,352 units, equivalent to results last June. Total year-to-date certified GM sales are 263,597 units, up 1.5 percent from the same period last year.
GM Certified Used Vehicles, the industry's top-selling certified pre-owned brand, posted 37,155 sales in June, up 4 percent from June 2005. Year-to-date sales for GM Certified Used Vehicles are 228,678 units, up 4 percent.
GM Certified Used Vehicles, which sells Chevrolet, Buick, Pontiac, GMC and Oldsmobile models, reached a major milestone in June with the sale of its 2 millionth unit. GM Certified, the first manufacturer-certified brand to cross the 2 million sales threshold, set new category records for certified sales each of the last four years, and Chevrolet has been the industry's top-selling single-line make certified used vehicle since 2004. More than 1 million GM Certified units have been sold since 2004 and GM Certified is on track to set another annual sales record for the category this year.
Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles posted 3,618 sales in June, up 6 percent from last June. Used Cars from Saturn sold 1,631 units, down 51 percent. Saab Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 857 units, down 10 percent. In its sixth month of operation, HUMMER Certified Pre-Owned sold 91 units.
"June was another strong month for GM Certified Used Vehicles, the industry's top-selling certified pre-owned brand, with sales up 4 percent over last June and up more than 4 percent year-to-date over the same period last year," LaNeve said. "This month GM Certified Used Vehicles became the industry's first manufacturer-certified brand to reach 2 million sales and is key to our strategy to give customers terrific value on both new and certified used vehicles."
GM North America Reports June and 2006 Second Quarter Production; 2006 Third Quarter Production Forecast Remains Unchanged at 1.050 Million Vehicles
In June, GM North America produced 458,500 vehicles (172,500 cars and 286,000 trucks). This is up 40,000 units or 10 percent compared to June 2005 when the region produced 418,500 vehicles (144,500 cars and 274,000 trucks). (Production totals include joint venture production of 27,000 vehicles in June 2006 and 23,000 vehicles in June 2005.)
Also, GM North America built 1.237 million vehicles (462,000 cars and 775,000 trucks) in the second quarter of 2006. This is down 10,000 units or 1 percent compared to second quarter 2005 when the region produced 1.247 million vehicles (458,000 cars and 789,000 trucks). Additionally, the region's 2006 third quarter production forecast remains unchanged at 1.050 million vehicles (405,000 cars and 645,000 trucks). 9;
GM also announced 2006 revised second and third quarter production forecasts for its international regions.
GM Europe - The region's 2006 second quarter production forecast remains unchanged at 502,000 vehicles. In the second quarter of 2005 the region built 501,000 vehicles. The region's 2006 third quarter production forecast also remains unchanged at 372,000 vehicles. In the third quarter of 2005 the region built 412,000 vehicles.
GM Asia Pacific - GM Asia Pacific's 2006 second quarter production forecast is revised at 489,000 vehicles, down 15,000 units from last month's guidance. In the second quarter of 2005 the region built 398,000 vehicles. The region's 2006 third quarter production forecast is revised at 506,000 vehicles, down 10,000 units from last month's guidance. In the third quarter of 2005 the region built 409,000 vehicles.
GM Latin America, Africa and the Middle East - The region's 2006 second quarter production estimate is revised at 207,000 vehicles, down 8,000 units from last month's guidance. In the second quarter of 2005 the region built 195,000 vehicles. The region's 2006 third quarter production forecast remains unchanged at 217,000 vehicles. In the third quarter of 2005 the region built 207,000 vehicles.
General Motors Corp. , the world's largest automaker, has been the global industry sales leader for 75 years. Founded in 1908, GM today employs about 327,000 people around the world. With global headquarters in Detroit, GM manufactures its cars and trucks in 33 countries. In 2005, 9.17 million GM cars and trucks were sold globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn and Vauxhall. GM operates one of the world's leading finance companies, GMAC Financial Services, which offers automotive, residential and commercial financing and insurance. GM's OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. More information on GM can be found at www.gm.com.
Note: GM sales and production results are available on GM Media OnLine at http://media.gm.com by clicking on News, then Sales/Production. In this press release and related comments by General Motors management, we use words like "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "forecast," "objective," "plan," "goal" and similar expressions to identify forward looking statements, representing our current judgment about possible future events. We believe these judgments are reasonable, but actual results may differ materially due to a variety of important factors. Among other items, such factors might include: the pace of introductions and market acceptance of new products; the effect of competition on our markets and significant changes in the competitive environment; price increases or shortages of fuel; and changes in laws, regulations or tax rates. GM's most recent annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly report on Form 10-Q provide information about these factors, which may be revised or supplemented in future reports to the SEC on Form 10-Q or 8-K.
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Sales up 15.2 Percent Compared To May
Launch Vehicles Continue Momentum
Highest Market Share of 2006 Anticipated
DETROIT - General Motors' dealers in the United States sold 413,473 new cars and trucks in June, the company's best sales performance year-to-date, up 15.2 percent, or about 68,000 units, compared with May.
"I am proud of our June sales results, especially since they reflect our highest sales month so far this year," said Mark LaNeve, General Motors North America vice president, Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing. "Our launch vehicles had their best sales results so far this year, as evidenced by the sales gains of our all-new full-size utilities. We also had strong sales of the Chevrolet Impala (30,716 vehicles), HHR (9,503), Buick Lucerne (10,690), Pontiac G6 (17,074) and Torrent (4,789)."
GM posted strong passenger car sales with Pontiac leading the way, up 28.7 percent over May and up 12.1 percent over June 2005 on the strength of G6 and G6 convertible hardtop sales. G6 set an all-time sales record and is up 39.9 percent for the first six months of the year. Solstice continues to be one of the hottest cars in the country, and the Torrent crossover also achieved an all-time sales record, up 35.8 percent over May. Other GM divisions posted solid results with Saturn sales up 49.1 percent over May levels. Chevrolet small cars posted robust sales with Cobalt up 21.9 percent, and Aveo up 23.5 percent, compared with May. Also, Impala sales were up 24.6 percent over May.
On the truck side of the market, GM sold 33,148 2007 full-size utilities (including Luxury) in June. Total sales of all GM launch vehicles were up 21.8 percent compared with May and accounted for 25.5 percent of GM's total deliveries for the month. The success of GM's launch vehicles is one of the key components of GM's North America turnaround plan.
"Our customers have told us that success in the marketplace depends on a combination of great new products, strong brands and segment-leading fuel economy, and that is exactly the turnaround strategy we are executing," LaNeve said.
Chevrolet HHR, Equinox, Saturn Vue and Pontiac Torrent pushed total small utility sales up 25.3 percent compared with a year ago. HHR had its best retail sales month since launch setting an all-time sales record for June and CYTD.
GM sports cars also posted solid June sales results, with a 60.1 percent improvement compared with year-ago levels. Corvette sales were up 21.6 percent and Pontiac Solstice and Saturn Sky continue their brisk sales, with Solstice remaining on dealers' lots an average of 13 days and Sky remaining on lots 10 days.
GM's luxury utilities posted strong sales in June, with the all-new 2007 Cadillac Escalade selling 2,604 units; 2007 Escalade ESV selling 1,782 units; and Cadillac SRX sales increasing 31.6 percent compared with one year ago with 2,489 units sold.
GM will continue to introduce an array of new vehicles throughout 2006, including the Saturn AURA, all-new Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra full-size pickups, the fuel-efficient Saturn Vue Green Line Hybrid, and GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook crossovers.
June 2005 was the strongest sales month in 19 years with 558,092 deliveries. Compared with last year, June 2006 sales were down 25.9 percent with total car sales down 2.3 percent, and truck sales down 36.8 percent.
"By any measure... quality of share, launch performance, mix and revenue ... June was a very solid month for GM. Comparing our total volume with last year's employee discount-driven phenomenon is like comparing a home run to a grand slam. Either way, you are scoring runs," said LaNeve.
Certified Used Vehicles
June sales for all certified GM brands, including GM Certified Used Vehicles, Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, Used Cars from Saturn, Saab Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles and HUMMER Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, were 43,352 units, equivalent to results last June. Total year-to-date certified GM sales are 263,597 units, up 1.5 percent from the same period last year.
GM Certified Used Vehicles, the industry's top-selling certified pre-owned brand, posted 37,155 sales in June, up 4 percent from June 2005. Year-to-date sales for GM Certified Used Vehicles are 228,678 units, up 4 percent.
GM Certified Used Vehicles, which sells Chevrolet, Buick, Pontiac, GMC and Oldsmobile models, reached a major milestone in June with the sale of its 2 millionth unit. GM Certified, the first manufacturer-certified brand to cross the 2 million sales threshold, set new category records for certified sales each of the last four years, and Chevrolet has been the industry's top-selling single-line make certified used vehicle since 2004. More than 1 million GM Certified units have been sold since 2004 and GM Certified is on track to set another annual sales record for the category this year.
Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles posted 3,618 sales in June, up 6 percent from last June. Used Cars from Saturn sold 1,631 units, down 51 percent. Saab Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 857 units, down 10 percent. In its sixth month of operation, HUMMER Certified Pre-Owned sold 91 units.
"June was another strong month for GM Certified Used Vehicles, the industry's top-selling certified pre-owned brand, with sales up 4 percent over last June and up more than 4 percent year-to-date over the same period last year," LaNeve said. "This month GM Certified Used Vehicles became the industry's first manufacturer-certified brand to reach 2 million sales and is key to our strategy to give customers terrific value on both new and certified used vehicles."
GM North America Reports June and 2006 Second Quarter Production; 2006 Third Quarter Production Forecast Remains Unchanged at 1.050 Million Vehicles
In June, GM North America produced 458,500 vehicles (172,500 cars and 286,000 trucks). This is up 40,000 units or 10 percent compared to June 2005 when the region produced 418,500 vehicles (144,500 cars and 274,000 trucks). (Production totals include joint venture production of 27,000 vehicles in June 2006 and 23,000 vehicles in June 2005.)
Also, GM North America built 1.237 million vehicles (462,000 cars and 775,000 trucks) in the second quarter of 2006. This is down 10,000 units or 1 percent compared to second quarter 2005 when the region produced 1.247 million vehicles (458,000 cars and 789,000 trucks). Additionally, the region's 2006 third quarter production forecast remains unchanged at 1.050 million vehicles (405,000 cars and 645,000 trucks). 9;
GM also announced 2006 revised second and third quarter production forecasts for its international regions.
GM Europe - The region's 2006 second quarter production forecast remains unchanged at 502,000 vehicles. In the second quarter of 2005 the region built 501,000 vehicles. The region's 2006 third quarter production forecast also remains unchanged at 372,000 vehicles. In the third quarter of 2005 the region built 412,000 vehicles.
GM Asia Pacific - GM Asia Pacific's 2006 second quarter production forecast is revised at 489,000 vehicles, down 15,000 units from last month's guidance. In the second quarter of 2005 the region built 398,000 vehicles. The region's 2006 third quarter production forecast is revised at 506,000 vehicles, down 10,000 units from last month's guidance. In the third quarter of 2005 the region built 409,000 vehicles.
GM Latin America, Africa and the Middle East - The region's 2006 second quarter production estimate is revised at 207,000 vehicles, down 8,000 units from last month's guidance. In the second quarter of 2005 the region built 195,000 vehicles. The region's 2006 third quarter production forecast remains unchanged at 217,000 vehicles. In the third quarter of 2005 the region built 207,000 vehicles.
General Motors Corp. , the world's largest automaker, has been the global industry sales leader for 75 years. Founded in 1908, GM today employs about 327,000 people around the world. With global headquarters in Detroit, GM manufactures its cars and trucks in 33 countries. In 2005, 9.17 million GM cars and trucks were sold globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn and Vauxhall. GM operates one of the world's leading finance companies, GMAC Financial Services, which offers automotive, residential and commercial financing and insurance. GM's OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. More information on GM can be found at www.gm.com.
Note: GM sales and production results are available on GM Media OnLine at http://media.gm.com by clicking on News, then Sales/Production. In this press release and related comments by General Motors management, we use words like "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "forecast," "objective," "plan," "goal" and similar expressions to identify forward looking statements, representing our current judgment about possible future events. We believe these judgments are reasonable, but actual results may differ materially due to a variety of important factors. Among other items, such factors might include: the pace of introductions and market acceptance of new products; the effect of competition on our markets and significant changes in the competitive environment; price increases or shortages of fuel; and changes in laws, regulations or tax rates. GM's most recent annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly report on Form 10-Q provide information about these factors, which may be revised or supplemented in future reports to the SEC on Form 10-Q or 8-K.
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07-03-06, 03:04 PM
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Record Half-Year Results for Porsche Cars North America; Sales of 911 Series Best Ever
ATLANTA--July 3, 2006--Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States and Canada, announced its best six-month results in the U.S. in history. The German automaker recorded U.S. retail sales of 2,871 vehicles in June, up 13 percent compared to the same month last year, and the second-best June ever. Year-to-date sales rose 15 percent to 18,601 compared to 2005's first-half of the year number of 15,126.
"Setting a sales record in the first half is gratifying, but we are looking forward to the second half of the year with some amazing new products, such as the new 911 Turbo that just went on sale and is already creating a lot of showroom excitement," said Peter Schwarzenbauer, PCNA President and CEO. "The same will go for the base version of our Cayman model, which promises to attract new sports car enthusiasts to our mid-engine model series."
Porsche's 911 model line up has helped drive Porsche's sales in the U.S. and has enjoyed new sales records throughout the year. In June, sales of the 911 were up 115 percent to 1,266 compared with the same period last year. Part of the 911's record-setting sales in June can be attributed to the launch of the new 911 Turbo, which recorded sales of 256 despite only being launched on June 24.
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ATLANTA--July 3, 2006--Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States and Canada, announced its best six-month results in the U.S. in history. The German automaker recorded U.S. retail sales of 2,871 vehicles in June, up 13 percent compared to the same month last year, and the second-best June ever. Year-to-date sales rose 15 percent to 18,601 compared to 2005's first-half of the year number of 15,126.
"Setting a sales record in the first half is gratifying, but we are looking forward to the second half of the year with some amazing new products, such as the new 911 Turbo that just went on sale and is already creating a lot of showroom excitement," said Peter Schwarzenbauer, PCNA President and CEO. "The same will go for the base version of our Cayman model, which promises to attract new sports car enthusiasts to our mid-engine model series."
Porsche's 911 model line up has helped drive Porsche's sales in the U.S. and has enjoyed new sales records throughout the year. In June, sales of the 911 were up 115 percent to 1,266 compared with the same period last year. Part of the 911's record-setting sales in June can be attributed to the launch of the new 911 Turbo, which recorded sales of 256 despite only being launched on June 24.
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07-03-06, 04:28 PM
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Actually, not as bad as expected. Nissan, GM and DCX being the worst loosers of all. Ford did not do that bad, thanks to their car sales.
I find their excuses miserable - so you had firesale last year at this time, so? Will you somehow make up for those sales this year? Nope...
Toyota/Lexus, MB and BMW doing good. Honda hanging out there (they need new Accord and CRV), while Acura shows why no clear direction is bad for any auto company.
Love those Yarii beating on competition :-).
I find their excuses miserable - so you had firesale last year at this time, so? Will you somehow make up for those sales this year? Nope...
Toyota/Lexus, MB and BMW doing good. Honda hanging out there (they need new Accord and CRV), while Acura shows why no clear direction is bad for any auto company.
Love those Yarii beating on competition :-).
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Come on now guys report the whole story. We all know that Nissan had to STOP SELLING it's two best volumn sedans, the altima and sentra because of engine fires. This wasn't just a recall, they actually stop selling the cars.
I wonder how Toyota and Honda would have performed if they stopped selling the camry/corolla or the accord/civic for 2 1/2 weeks this past month.
I wonder how Toyota and Honda would have performed if they stopped selling the camry/corolla or the accord/civic for 2 1/2 weeks this past month.
07-03-06, 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by ktiger
Come on now guys report the whole story. We all know that Nissan had to STOP SELLING it's two best volumn sedans, the altima and sentra because of engine fires. This wasn't just a recall, they actually stop selling the cars.
I wonder how Toyota and Honda would have performed if they stopped selling the camry/corolla or the accord/civic for 2 1/2 weeks this past month.
I wonder how Toyota and Honda would have performed if they stopped selling the camry/corolla or the accord/civic for 2 1/2 weeks this past month.
Kaizen is continuous improvement, therefore Toyota/Lexus managment tries their best to keep things fresh and exciting somewhere in the lineups while maintaining quality and being a tier 1 brand. They also correctly forecasted hybrid sales and the gamble is paying off. Their managment has a CLEAR vision.
Nissan/Renault's vision is still cut costs and make the stock price go up and brag to the press how profitable they are.
Two VERY different companies though they both sells automobiles.
If you go back month after month, Nissan has been down since I believe October of last year as Infiniti. Toyota has never been better.
07-03-06, 05:11 PM
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Some observations:
Wow the Benz E-class sales are flat which is incredible considering even though freshened, this is one of hte older cars in its class. Kudos to them.
Acura can't give away the RL even with a 40-42k sales price. Sales down almost 40% from its first April. They should just stop making the car.
Lexus ES 350/RX 350 sales are robust. IS is surpassing sales targets, they can't build enough of them. GS sales are down but still look like 3rd in sales in its class. The 450h is surpassing sales targets
Toyota, Camry sales up 9%. Scion is just a tremendous hit, with fuel costs so high, this brand is making tons of sense now (And I thought it was a TERRIBLE idea when it debuted).
Audi Q7, late but over 1,000 sales, Audi has to be pleased.
The Americans press releases are too confusing, they are trying to paint a good picture but I have a feeling its really cheap paint they are using.
Ford cars are doing very well, all except the Taurus. Ford with newly freshned SUVs is getting KILLED, the Explorer and Expedition sales are down BIG. And they JUST invested money in them.
Poor Volvo, their lineup has never been better, sales down 11%
Wow the Benz E-class sales are flat which is incredible considering even though freshened, this is one of hte older cars in its class. Kudos to them.
Acura can't give away the RL even with a 40-42k sales price. Sales down almost 40% from its first April. They should just stop making the car.
Lexus ES 350/RX 350 sales are robust. IS is surpassing sales targets, they can't build enough of them. GS sales are down but still look like 3rd in sales in its class. The 450h is surpassing sales targets
Toyota, Camry sales up 9%. Scion is just a tremendous hit, with fuel costs so high, this brand is making tons of sense now (And I thought it was a TERRIBLE idea when it debuted).
Audi Q7, late but over 1,000 sales, Audi has to be pleased.
The Americans press releases are too confusing, they are trying to paint a good picture but I have a feeling its really cheap paint they are using.
Ford cars are doing very well, all except the Taurus. Ford with newly freshned SUVs is getting KILLED, the Explorer and Expedition sales are down BIG. And they JUST invested money in them.
Poor Volvo, their lineup has never been better, sales down 11%
07-03-06, 05:18 PM
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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
Some observations:
Wow the Benz E-class sales are flat which is incredible considering even though freshened, this is one of hte older cars in its class. Kudos to them.
Acura can't give away the RL even with a 40-42k sales price. Sales down almost 40% from its first April. They should just stop making the car.
Lexus ES 350/RX 350 sales are robust. IS is surpassing sales targets, they can't build enough of them. GS sales are down but still look like 3rd in sales in its class. The 450h is surpassing sales targets
Toyota, Camry sales up 9%. Scion is just a tremendous hit, with fuel costs so high, this brand is making tons of sense now (And I thought it was a TERRIBLE idea when it debuted).
Audi Q7, late but over 1,000 sales, Audi has to be pleased.
The Americans press releases are too confusing, they are trying to paint a good picture but I have a feeling its really cheap paint they are using.
Ford cars are doing very well, all except the Taurus. Ford with newly freshned SUVs is getting KILLED, the Explorer and Expedition sales are down BIG. And they JUST invested money in them.
Poor Volvo, their lineup has never been better, sales down 11%
Wow the Benz E-class sales are flat which is incredible considering even though freshened, this is one of hte older cars in its class. Kudos to them.
Acura can't give away the RL even with a 40-42k sales price. Sales down almost 40% from its first April. They should just stop making the car.
Lexus ES 350/RX 350 sales are robust. IS is surpassing sales targets, they can't build enough of them. GS sales are down but still look like 3rd in sales in its class. The 450h is surpassing sales targets
Toyota, Camry sales up 9%. Scion is just a tremendous hit, with fuel costs so high, this brand is making tons of sense now (And I thought it was a TERRIBLE idea when it debuted).
Audi Q7, late but over 1,000 sales, Audi has to be pleased.
The Americans press releases are too confusing, they are trying to paint a good picture but I have a feeling its really cheap paint they are using.
Ford cars are doing very well, all except the Taurus. Ford with newly freshned SUVs is getting KILLED, the Explorer and Expedition sales are down BIG. And they JUST invested money in them.
Poor Volvo, their lineup has never been better, sales down 11%
07-03-06, 05:34 PM
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Sure glad you can put a happy face on GS sales. GS300 sales down 34.4% and GS430/450h sales down 31.8% are the kind of numbers that if we saw from a bimmer or merc with a relatively new model we would be wondering why they weren't doing something - fast. I guess the market is treating the new GS with the ho hum that it gave me. Wonder if they will even bother with a next gen?
We do know we are getting new products 350/460 like Benz and BMW just did with 350/550 545 to 550.Everyone else is still stuck in 1980s mentality with the same engine for 30 years
07-03-06, 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by 1SICKLEX
Hey, I would be a fool to say GS numbers are great. They suck compared to last year We do know we are getting new products 350/460 like Benz and BMW just did with 350/550 545 to 550.
Everyone else is still stuck in 1980s mentality with the same engine for 30 years
We do know we are getting new products 350/460 like Benz and BMW just did with 350/550 545 to 550.Everyone else is still stuck in 1980s mentality with the same engine for 30 years
