February 2008 Vehicles Sales
03-03-08 | 11:39 AM
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Is the new Corolla on sale yet? The Corolla is down 28.1% this month. If it's from the new model then it's a very dismal showing for a new Toyota to say the least.
And Lexus needs a new RX to pump the sales back to its glory.
And Lexus needs a new RX to pump the sales back to its glory.
03-03-08 | 11:43 AM
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BMW Group Reports February Sales
BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) sales slightly behind by 1.8 percent for
the month. MINI brand sales up 44.2 percent for February.
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S.
(BMW and MINI combined) today reported February vehicle sales of 24,190,
slightly down by 1.8 percent from the 24,642 vehicles sold in the same
month of 2007. Year-to-date, BMW Group sales are down 11.5 percent, to
41,125 vehicles versus the 46,453 sold in the first two months of 2007.
The result reflects BMW Group's expectations for the month. Upcoming
new products like the BMW 1 Series Coupe and Convertible, BMW's Sports
Activity Coupe X6, and the new twin-turbo charged Advanced Diesel engines
for the 3 Series and the X5 all arriving later this year will push sales
volumes again. MINI continues its success story in the U.S. with the launch
of its third variant - the all new MINI Clubman - which hit the showrooms
in February.
BMW Brand Sales
BMW brand sales were down 6.7 percent, to 20,775 vehicles compared to
22,274 vehicles sold during February 2007. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales
of 35,250 vehicles compared to the 42,035 reported in the same period a
year ago, a decrease of 16.1 percent.
BMW Automobile Sales
Monthly sales of BMW brand automobiles decreased 8.5 percent in
February, to 15,869 versus 17,342 in 2007. For the first two months
combined, BMW automobile sales decreased 18.1 percent to 26,922 versus
32,870 reported in the same period last year.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicles
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles were slightly down 0.5 percent
for the month, to 4,906 vehicles compared to the 4,932 reported last
February. Year-to-date, BMW SAV sales are down 9.1 percent to 8,328
vehicles from 9,165 in 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported a 44.2 percent increase in February sales, to 3,415
cars compared to 2,368 cars sold in the same period a year ago. MINI USA
also reported sales of 5,875 for the first two months of 2008, an increase
of 33.0 percent over the 4,418 sold in the same period a year ago.
BMW Certified Pre-Owned
CPO sales were up 45.7 percent in February, to 8,311 over the 5,706
reported in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the division reported
sales of 15,624 automobiles, an increase of 39.9 percent, compared to the
11,170 vehicles reported in the first two months of 2007.
SOURCE BMW of North America, LLC
the month. MINI brand sales up 44.2 percent for February.
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S.
(BMW and MINI combined) today reported February vehicle sales of 24,190,
slightly down by 1.8 percent from the 24,642 vehicles sold in the same
month of 2007. Year-to-date, BMW Group sales are down 11.5 percent, to
41,125 vehicles versus the 46,453 sold in the first two months of 2007.
The result reflects BMW Group's expectations for the month. Upcoming
new products like the BMW 1 Series Coupe and Convertible, BMW's Sports
Activity Coupe X6, and the new twin-turbo charged Advanced Diesel engines
for the 3 Series and the X5 all arriving later this year will push sales
volumes again. MINI continues its success story in the U.S. with the launch
of its third variant - the all new MINI Clubman - which hit the showrooms
in February.
BMW Brand Sales
BMW brand sales were down 6.7 percent, to 20,775 vehicles compared to
22,274 vehicles sold during February 2007. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales
of 35,250 vehicles compared to the 42,035 reported in the same period a
year ago, a decrease of 16.1 percent.
BMW Automobile Sales
Monthly sales of BMW brand automobiles decreased 8.5 percent in
February, to 15,869 versus 17,342 in 2007. For the first two months
combined, BMW automobile sales decreased 18.1 percent to 26,922 versus
32,870 reported in the same period last year.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicles
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles were slightly down 0.5 percent
for the month, to 4,906 vehicles compared to the 4,932 reported last
February. Year-to-date, BMW SAV sales are down 9.1 percent to 8,328
vehicles from 9,165 in 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported a 44.2 percent increase in February sales, to 3,415
cars compared to 2,368 cars sold in the same period a year ago. MINI USA
also reported sales of 5,875 for the first two months of 2008, an increase
of 33.0 percent over the 4,418 sold in the same period a year ago.
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Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, February 2008
Feb Feb YTD YTD
2008 2007 % 2008 2007 %
BMW brand 20,775 22,274 -6.7 35,250 42,035 -16.1
BMW passenger
cars 15,869 17,342 -8.5 26,922 32,870 -18.1
BMW light trucks
(SAVs) 4,906 4,932 -0.5 8,328 9,165 -9.1
MINI brand 3,415 2,368 44.2 5,875 4,418 33.0
TOTAL Group 24,190 24,642 -1.8 41,125 46,453 -11.5
CPO sales were up 45.7 percent in February, to 8,311 over the 5,706
reported in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the division reported
sales of 15,624 automobiles, an increase of 39.9 percent, compared to the
11,170 vehicles reported in the first two months of 2007.
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Sales BMW of North America, LLC, February 2008
YTD YTD
Feb 08 Feb 07 % Feb 08 Feb 07 %
3 Series 8,943 11,735 -23.8% 15,787 21,934 -28.0%
Z4 Roadster and Coupe 524 566 -7.4% 887 1,038 -14.5%
5 Series 4,442 3,482 27.6% 7,213 6,813 5.9%
6 Series 458 544 -15.8% 823 1,067 -22.9%
7 Series 1,502 1,015 48.0% 2,212 2,018 9.6%
BMW passenger cars 15,869 17,342 -8.5% 26,922 32,870 -18.1%
X3 1,367 2,015 -32.2% 2,458 3,802 -35.3%
X5 3,539 2,917 21.3% 5,870 5,363 9.5%
BMW light trucks (SAVs) 4,906 4,932 -0.5% 8,328 9,165 -9.1%
BMW brand 20,775 22,274 -6.7% 35,250 42,035 -16.1%
Cooper Hardtop 2,258 1,957 15.4% 4,415 3,626 21.8%
Cooper Convertible 454 411 10.5% 757 792 -4.4%
Cooper Clubman 703 0 703 0
MINI brand 3,415 2,368 44.2% 5,875 4,418 33.0%
TOTAL BMW of North
America, LLC 24,190 24,642 -1.8% 41,125 46,453 -11.5%
03-03-08 | 12:09 PM
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Mazda
Mazda Reports Continued Strong Sales in February
- Sales up 6.7 Percent; CX-9, MAZDA5 and Tribute lead the way -
IRVINE, Calif., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations
(MNAO) today reported another strong sales month with 23,548 units sold in
the U.S., a 6.7 percent increase compared to last February. Year-to-date
sales of 44,760 are up 8.4 percent year-over-year.
Mazda's crossover SUV lineup is taking the industry by storm. The
winner of the 2008 North American Truck of the Year and 2008 Motor Trend
Sport/Utility of the Year, CX-9, reported sales of 2,200 units, up 88.4
percent versus last year. CX-7 recorded 3,185 units sold, up 7.9 percent,
and Tribute sold 1,386 units in February. Combined, the Mazda crossover SUV
lineup recorded sales of 6,771 in February, up 49.7 percent versus last
February and up 59.5 percent year-to-date.
The MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle, which has been freshened for 2008,
sold 2,021 units, a 29.1 percent increase, and the best month for the
vehicle since March, 2006. January sales were led in volume by MAZDA3,
which reported sales of 7,893 units.
"The economic outlook remains in doubt, with increasing crude oil
prices, continued consumer uncertainty and further concern in housing
causing consumers to think twice before purchasing big-ticket items like a
new car," said Jim O'Sullivan, President and CEO, MNAO. "Mazda sales
continue to buck the trend across the industry, though, with our focus on
selling the right cars and SUVs at the right price, and through the right
dealers."
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) continues its string of impressive sales
with 1,667 vehicles sold, up 43 percent versus last year. On a year-to-date
basis, MMdM reported 3,517 total sales. Mazda Canada, Inc. reported
February sales of 5,810 units, up 12.4 percent, and their best-ever
February. Additionally, Mazda Canada reported best-ever February sales for
MAZDA5, MX-5 and B-Series. Year-to-date, MCI reports 10,542 vehicles sold,
up 9.3 percent.
SOURCE Mazda North American Operations
- Sales up 6.7 Percent; CX-9, MAZDA5 and Tribute lead the way -
IRVINE, Calif., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations
(MNAO) today reported another strong sales month with 23,548 units sold in
the U.S., a 6.7 percent increase compared to last February. Year-to-date
sales of 44,760 are up 8.4 percent year-over-year.
Mazda's crossover SUV lineup is taking the industry by storm. The
winner of the 2008 North American Truck of the Year and 2008 Motor Trend
Sport/Utility of the Year, CX-9, reported sales of 2,200 units, up 88.4
percent versus last year. CX-7 recorded 3,185 units sold, up 7.9 percent,
and Tribute sold 1,386 units in February. Combined, the Mazda crossover SUV
lineup recorded sales of 6,771 in February, up 49.7 percent versus last
February and up 59.5 percent year-to-date.
The MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle, which has been freshened for 2008,
sold 2,021 units, a 29.1 percent increase, and the best month for the
vehicle since March, 2006. January sales were led in volume by MAZDA3,
which reported sales of 7,893 units.
"The economic outlook remains in doubt, with increasing crude oil
prices, continued consumer uncertainty and further concern in housing
causing consumers to think twice before purchasing big-ticket items like a
new car," said Jim O'Sullivan, President and CEO, MNAO. "Mazda sales
continue to buck the trend across the industry, though, with our focus on
selling the right cars and SUVs at the right price, and through the right
dealers."
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) continues its string of impressive sales
with 1,667 vehicles sold, up 43 percent versus last year. On a year-to-date
basis, MMdM reported 3,517 total sales. Mazda Canada, Inc. reported
February sales of 5,810 units, up 12.4 percent, and their best-ever
February. Additionally, Mazda Canada reported best-ever February sales for
MAZDA5, MX-5 and B-Series. Year-to-date, MCI reports 10,542 vehicles sold,
up 9.3 percent.
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Mazda North American Operations - February
2008
Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
February February % February February %
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
Mazda3 7,893 8,666 (8.9)% 14,472 16,309 (11.3)%
Mazda5 2,021 1,565 29.1% 3,720 2,888 28.8%
Mazda6 5,527 5,557 (0.5)% 11,860 10,543 12.5%
MX-5 Miata 924 1,107 (16.5)% 1,584 2,092 (24.3)%
RX-8 319 492 (35.2)% 579 994 (41.8)%
Protege - - N/A - - N/A
CX-7 3,185 2,951 7.9% 5,740 5,717 0.4%
CX-9 2,200 1,168 88.4% 4,050 1,250 224.0%
Tribute 1,386 402 244.8% 2,544 762 233.9%
B-Series Truck 93 151 (38.4)% 211 634 (66.7)%
MPV - 1 (100.0)% - 119 (100.0)%
Total Vehicles
CARS 16,684 17,387 (4.0)% 32,215 32,826 (1.9)%
TRUCKS 6,864 4,673 46.9% 12,545 8,482 47.9%
TOTAL 23,548 22,060 6.7% 44,760 41,308 8.4%
MEMO:
IMPORT CAR 11,157 11,830 (5.7)% 20,355 22,283 (8.7)%
IMPORT TRUCK 5,385 4,120 30.7% 9,790 7,086 38.2%
IMPORT TOTAL 16,542 15,950 3.7% 30,145 29,369 2.6%
DOMESTIC CAR 5,527 5,557 (0.5)% 11,860 10,543 12.5%
DOMESTIC TRUCK 1,479 553 167.5% 2,755 1,396 97.3%
DOMESTIC TOTALS 7,006 6,110 14.7% 14,615 11,939 22.4%
Note: MPV & Protege are discontinued vehicles.
03-03-08 | 12:18 PM
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Hyundai Motor America Reports February 2008 Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 3 /PRNewswire/ --
Hyundai Motor America
today announced sales of 31,090 for the month of February, an 11 percent
drop from the same period last year.
"While we were unable to equal our record-setting February of 2007, we
are pleased our sales were as strong as they were considering the overall
economic conditions," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice
president of national sales. "With the recent recognition of the Santa Fe
and Elantra by a leading consumer magazine, and our newly announced
incentives across our entire model line-up, we expect our sales momentum to
continue to gain speed."
All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai
Advantage, America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a
10-year/100,000-mile power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile
bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation
warranty and 5-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a
subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed
throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and
serviced through more than 780 dealerships nationwide.
SOURCE Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America
today announced sales of 31,090 for the month of February, an 11 percent
drop from the same period last year.
"While we were unable to equal our record-setting February of 2007, we
are pleased our sales were as strong as they were considering the overall
economic conditions," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice
president of national sales. "With the recent recognition of the Santa Fe
and Elantra by a leading consumer magazine, and our newly announced
incentives across our entire model line-up, we expect our sales momentum to
continue to gain speed."
All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai
Advantage, America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a
10-year/100,000-mile power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile
bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation
warranty and 5-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a
subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed
throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and
serviced through more than 780 dealerships nationwide.
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CARLINE Feb. 2008 Feb. 2007 CY2008 CY2007
ACCENT 3,335 2,408 6,276 4,845
SONATA 8,538 12,137 13,125 19,413
ELANTRA 6,750 6,128 12,365 12,489
TIBURON 639 879 1,242 1,656
SANTA FE 6,003 7,134 9,719 12,769
AZERA 1,641 1,784 2,784 3,469
TUCSON 2,213 2,943 3,586 5,712
ENTOURAGE 547 1,087 915 1,868
VERACRUZ 1,424 n/a 2,530 n/a
TOTAL 31,090 34,500 52,542 62,221
03-03-08 | 12:25 PM
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Nissan
Nissan North America Announces February Sales [Mar. 3, 08]
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (March 3, 2008) – Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported sales of 86,219 units in February versus 85,218 units in February 2007, down 2.9 percent on a daily sales rate basis.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
· Nissan-brand vehicles saw sales of 76,151 units, a 3.2 percent decrease on a daily sales rate basis compared with last year’s 75,514 units sold. On a total monthly volume basis, February 2008 was the best February sales month on record. Excluding fleet sales, February sales were up 2.9 percent on a daily sales rate basis.
· The all-new Murano crossover saw a record February, with sales of 10,074 units, in its first full month on sale.
· The Rogue crossover continued to see solid sales, with 5,223 units sold.
· The Versa subcompact experienced a record February with sales of 5,708 units, as did the Altima family of midsize vehicles, with sales of 23,363 units.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
· Infiniti sales declined by 0.4 percent on a daily sales rate basis, with 10,068 units sold, as compared with last February’s 9,704 units. Infiniti also posted a record February in 2008 in terms of total monthly sales volume. Excluding fleet sales, sales were up 2.1 percent on a daily sales rate basis.
· Sales of the G Coupe increased 79.7 percent versus the prior year, with sales of 1,657 units.
· The all-new EX crossover sold 919 units in its second month on the market.
NNA INFORMATION
· Combined sales for Nissan and Infiniti of 86,219, compared with last February’s sales of 85,218 units, marked a decrease of 2.9 percent on a daily sales rate basis but achieved a record February on a volume basis.
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.
03-03-08 | 12:51 PM
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Infiniti/Nissan Details ...
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NISSAN DIVISION SALES
February February Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Nissan Division
Total 76,151 75,514 -3.2 144,112 149,194 -5.3
Versa 5,708 5,125 6.9 11,317 9,622 15.3
Sentra 7,309 8,291 -15.4 14,479 16,169 -12.2
Altima 23,363 22,114 1.4 44,998 46,508 -5.2
Maxima 4,540 4,224 3.2 8,337 8,417 -2.9
350Z 1,092 1,495 -29.9 1,963 2,697 -28.7
Total Car 42,012 41,249 -2.2 81,094 83,413 -4.7
Frontier 4,661 5,136 -12.9 8,725 9,956 -14.1
Titan 3,794 6,058 -39.9 7,486 11,284 -35.0
Xterra 3,548 4,850 -29.8 7,062 9,904 -30.1
Pathfinder 3,765 4,999 -27.7 6,698 9,828 -33.2
Armada 1,851 2,571 -30.9 3,528 5,160 -33.0
Rogue 5,223 NA NA 10,658 NA NA
Murano 10,074 8,100 19.4 15,763 14,595 5.8
Quest 1,223 2,551 -54.0 3,098 5,054 -39.9
Total Truck 34,139 34,265 -4.4 63,018 65,781 -6.1
North American
Produced 59,762 65,919 -13.0 115,728 131,902 -14.0
Car 40,920 39,754 -1.2 79,131 80,716 -3.9
Truck 18,842 26,165 -30.9 36,597 51,186 -29.9
Import 16,389 9,595 64.0 28,384 17,292 60.9
Car 1,092 1,495 -29.9 1,963 2,697 -28.7
Truck 15,297 8,100 81.3 26,421 14,595 77.4
INFINITI DIVISION SALES
February February Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Infiniti
Division Total 10,068 9,704 -0.4 18,712 18,668 -1.8
G Sedan 4,085 4,345 -9.7 7,455 8,666 -15.7
G Coupe 1,657 885 79.7 3,208 1,655 90.0
M 1,581 1,961 -22.6 3,004 3,497 -15.8
Q45 0 5 -100.0 0 13 -100.0
QX56 941 772 17.0 1,741 1,563 9.2
EX 919 NA NA 1,609 NA NA
FX 885 1,736 -51.1 1,695 3,274 -49.3
Total Car 7,323 7,196 -2.3 13,667 13,831 -3.2
Total Truck 2,745 2,508 5.1 5,045 4,837 2.2
COMBINED NISSAN AND INFINITI SALES
February February Monthly DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
TOTAL VEHICLE 86,219 85,218 -2.9 162,824 167,862 -4.9
Total Car 49,335 48,445 -2.2 94,761 97,244 -6.5
Total Truck 36,884 36,773 -3.7 68,063 70,618 -7.5
Selling Days 25 24 50 49
*All numbers include Hawaii.
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03-03-08 | 12:52 PM
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Mitsubishi Motors Reports February Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors today
announced total February 2008 sales of 9,105.
-- Galant was the volume leader at 2,424, up 16.4% from last February's
volume and up 22.2% calendar year-to-date.
-- Eclipse closed at 2,079 up 6.8% from last February's volume. This was
Eclipse's best February in six years.
-- Lancer closed at 1,647 up 48.4% for February and up 14.1% calendar
year-to-date.
-- Eclipse Spyder sales were 890, up 29.0% for the month and 58.2%
calendar year-to-date.
-- Overall Mitsubishi sales were off 6.4% for February compared to
February 2007 sales of 9,726.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all
manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development
operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes,
convertibles, sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a
network of approximately 500 dealers. For more information, contact the
Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit
http://media.mitsubishicars.com.
SOURCE Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
announced total February 2008 sales of 9,105.
-- Galant was the volume leader at 2,424, up 16.4% from last February's
volume and up 22.2% calendar year-to-date.
-- Eclipse closed at 2,079 up 6.8% from last February's volume. This was
Eclipse's best February in six years.
-- Lancer closed at 1,647 up 48.4% for February and up 14.1% calendar
year-to-date.
-- Eclipse Spyder sales were 890, up 29.0% for the month and 58.2%
calendar year-to-date.
-- Overall Mitsubishi sales were off 6.4% for February compared to
February 2007 sales of 9,726.
Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all
manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development
operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes,
convertibles, sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a
network of approximately 500 dealers. For more information, contact the
Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit
http://media.mitsubishicars.com.
SOURCE Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
03-03-08 | 12:58 PM
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General Motors
GM Reports 270,423 Deliveries in February
Car Retail Sales Driven By Malibu Up 62 Percent; CTS Up 71 Percent; Cobalt Up 24 Percent; Aura Up 21 Percent; and G6 Up 6 Percent
Cadillac Car Sales Up 24 Percent; Chevrolet Cars Up 3 percent
Enclave, Acadia and Outlook Drive Mid-Utility Crossover Segment Up 15 Percent
DETROIT - GM dealers in the United States delivered 270,423 vehicles in February, a decrease of 13 percent compared with an unusually strong February last year.
"Our new launch vehicles, including the award-winning Chevrolet Malibu and Cadillac CTS, had a sensational month, as did the Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Aura, and the Pontiac G6," said Mark LaNeve, vice president, GM North America Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing. "Most importantly, despite tough market conditions, we anticipate our total retail vehicle sales share to have remained flat for the first two months of the year compared to 2007. We are encouraged by our performance in the key passenger car categories, and while the overall market for trucks is challenging, we anticipate holding our share for full-size pickups and utilities." Truck sales declined 20 percent compared with a year ago.
GM's fuel-efficient cars saw strong growth. Chevrolet Cobalt total sales were up 56 percent with retail up 24 percent; Pontiac G6 was up 50 percent total and 6 percent retail; and Buick LaCrosse total sales were up 12 percent compared with February 2007.
The Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook together accounted for more than 11,000 vehicle sales in the month, an increase of 94 percent compared with the same month last year. Outlook sales were up 15 percent; Acadia sales increased 39 percent; and there were more than 3,800 Buick Enclaves sold.
Also of note, the Chevrolet Equinox compact crossover utility had total sales of more than 8,600 vehicles for a 15 percent increase, and a retail sales increase of 8 percent compared to a year ago.
"Our sales increase at Cadillac shows the power of new products to attract consumers - even in a tough market," LaNeve added. "Additionally, Saturn Outlook had a 15 percent total sales increase, illustrating that vehicle's contribution to the mid-utility crossover segment performance. We remain focused on offering vehicles that have industry-leading value, great fuel economy and the best warranty coverage of any full-line automaker."
Certified Used Vehicles
February 2008 sales for all certified GM brands, including GM Certified Used Vehicles, Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, Saturn Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, Saab Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, and HUMMER Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, were 42,305 vehicles, down 1 percent from last February. Year-to-date sales are 79,974 vehicles, down 7 percent from the same period last year.
GM Certified Used Vehicles, the industry's top-selling certified brand, posted February sales of 37,716 vehicles, equivalent to last February's results. Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 3,270 vehicles, up 5 percent from February 2007. Saturn Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 706 vehicles, down 44 percent. Saab Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 458 vehicles, down 15 percent, and HUMMER Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 155 vehicles, up 52 percent.
"Certified sales are off to a solid start in the first quarter. February sales for GM Certified Used Vehicles were up 13 percent from last month, but equivalent year over year to a strong sales performance in February 2007," said LaNeve. "Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles posted a 5 percent sales increase over last February, while Hummer Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles rose 52 percent."
GM North America Reports February 2008 Production, 2008 First-Quarter Production Forecast Unchanged at 965,000 Vehicles, 2008 Second-Quarter Production Forecast Set at 1.08 Million Vehicles
In February, GM North America produced 350,000 vehicles (129,000 cars and 221,000 trucks). This is up 1,000 units or less than 1 percent compared to February 2007 when the region produced 349,000 vehicles (130,000 cars and 219,000 trucks). (Production totals include joint venture production of 22,000 vehicles in February 2008 and 20,000 vehicles in February 2007.)
The region's 2008 first-quarter production forecast remains unchanged at 965,000 vehicles (357,000 cars and 608,000 trucks). Additionally, GM North America's initial 2008 second-quarter production forecast is set at 1.08 million vehicles (408,000 cars and 672,000 trucks), down 62,000 units or 5 percent from second-quarter 2007 actuals. In the second-quarter of 2007 the region produced 1.142 million vehicles (402,000 cars and 740,000 trucks).
General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), the world's largest automaker, has been the annual global industry sales leader for 77 years. Founded in 1908, GM today employs about 266,000 people around the world. With global headquarters in Detroit, GM manufactures its cars and trucks in 35 countries. In 2007, nearly 9.37 million GM cars and trucks were sold globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling. 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/us/gm/en/ 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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Car Retail Sales Driven By Malibu Up 62 Percent; CTS Up 71 Percent; Cobalt Up 24 Percent; Aura Up 21 Percent; and G6 Up 6 Percent
Cadillac Car Sales Up 24 Percent; Chevrolet Cars Up 3 percent
Enclave, Acadia and Outlook Drive Mid-Utility Crossover Segment Up 15 Percent
DETROIT - GM dealers in the United States delivered 270,423 vehicles in February, a decrease of 13 percent compared with an unusually strong February last year.
"Our new launch vehicles, including the award-winning Chevrolet Malibu and Cadillac CTS, had a sensational month, as did the Chevrolet Cobalt, Saturn Aura, and the Pontiac G6," said Mark LaNeve, vice president, GM North America Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing. "Most importantly, despite tough market conditions, we anticipate our total retail vehicle sales share to have remained flat for the first two months of the year compared to 2007. We are encouraged by our performance in the key passenger car categories, and while the overall market for trucks is challenging, we anticipate holding our share for full-size pickups and utilities." Truck sales declined 20 percent compared with a year ago.
GM's fuel-efficient cars saw strong growth. Chevrolet Cobalt total sales were up 56 percent with retail up 24 percent; Pontiac G6 was up 50 percent total and 6 percent retail; and Buick LaCrosse total sales were up 12 percent compared with February 2007.
The Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook together accounted for more than 11,000 vehicle sales in the month, an increase of 94 percent compared with the same month last year. Outlook sales were up 15 percent; Acadia sales increased 39 percent; and there were more than 3,800 Buick Enclaves sold.
Also of note, the Chevrolet Equinox compact crossover utility had total sales of more than 8,600 vehicles for a 15 percent increase, and a retail sales increase of 8 percent compared to a year ago.
"Our sales increase at Cadillac shows the power of new products to attract consumers - even in a tough market," LaNeve added. "Additionally, Saturn Outlook had a 15 percent total sales increase, illustrating that vehicle's contribution to the mid-utility crossover segment performance. We remain focused on offering vehicles that have industry-leading value, great fuel economy and the best warranty coverage of any full-line automaker."
Certified Used Vehicles
February 2008 sales for all certified GM brands, including GM Certified Used Vehicles, Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, Saturn Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, Saab Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, and HUMMER Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, were 42,305 vehicles, down 1 percent from last February. Year-to-date sales are 79,974 vehicles, down 7 percent from the same period last year.
GM Certified Used Vehicles, the industry's top-selling certified brand, posted February sales of 37,716 vehicles, equivalent to last February's results. Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 3,270 vehicles, up 5 percent from February 2007. Saturn Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 706 vehicles, down 44 percent. Saab Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 458 vehicles, down 15 percent, and HUMMER Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 155 vehicles, up 52 percent.
"Certified sales are off to a solid start in the first quarter. February sales for GM Certified Used Vehicles were up 13 percent from last month, but equivalent year over year to a strong sales performance in February 2007," said LaNeve. "Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles posted a 5 percent sales increase over last February, while Hummer Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles rose 52 percent."
GM North America Reports February 2008 Production, 2008 First-Quarter Production Forecast Unchanged at 965,000 Vehicles, 2008 Second-Quarter Production Forecast Set at 1.08 Million Vehicles
In February, GM North America produced 350,000 vehicles (129,000 cars and 221,000 trucks). This is up 1,000 units or less than 1 percent compared to February 2007 when the region produced 349,000 vehicles (130,000 cars and 219,000 trucks). (Production totals include joint venture production of 22,000 vehicles in February 2008 and 20,000 vehicles in February 2007.)
The region's 2008 first-quarter production forecast remains unchanged at 965,000 vehicles (357,000 cars and 608,000 trucks). Additionally, GM North America's initial 2008 second-quarter production forecast is set at 1.08 million vehicles (408,000 cars and 672,000 trucks), down 62,000 units or 5 percent from second-quarter 2007 actuals. In the second-quarter of 2007 the region produced 1.142 million vehicles (402,000 cars and 740,000 trucks).
General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), the world's largest automaker, has been the annual global industry sales leader for 77 years. Founded in 1908, GM today employs about 266,000 people around the world. With global headquarters in Detroit, GM manufactures its cars and trucks in 35 countries. In 2007, nearly 9.37 million GM cars and trucks were sold globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling. 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/us/gm/en/ 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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03-03-08 | 01:00 PM
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Also production of the new model continues to ramp up. The exact same criticisms I remember when the new Camry was launched in 2006, and most recently the new Highlander. It took a few months for production to be fully ramped, but now both the Camry and Highlander are selling better than ever. Corolla sales will go up as production ramps in the next few months. The evidence is the lower number of Corollas built in North America this February compared to last February. That is simply the factories ramping up the new model.
BMW sales took another hit. This is definitely signs of a tough market, and BMW's excuse of low inventories is not going to cut it here. 7 Series saw a big increase thanks to heavy incentives and great lease deals.
Hyundai once again saw a sales decline. So far, Hyundai sales are down 15% YTD, and Hyundai's sales volumes are low. Despite how good Hyundai's cars have become, sales-wise things do not look good for them.
The Murano had a good sales month, let's see if this continues into the future. The G35 sales dropped once again, G sales were saved by the Coupe.
Looks like GM truck sales were down huge. With Tundra sales being up, that means Tundra is definitely eating into some of those sales in a constricting market. GM sales overall down big, also some suspicious increases for old dated GM models, likely a fleet sales push with certain models going on.
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03-03-08 | 02:55 PM
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Audi
Audi of America Reports Late February Sales Rise in Advance of Spring Season
TT Sales Growth Indicates Durable Demand for 'Shockingly Delightful' Design
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi of America, Inc.
announced today sales for the month of February totaling 6,152, a decrease
of 6.9% from last year's figures. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales
continued their record-setting trend; compared with last year's February
figures, CPO sales came to 3,021 units, an increase of 57%.
The combination of cold weather and cold economic reports slowed
customer purchases in the early days of the month, but dealers reported
increased traffic as the month progressed. Growing TT sales -- an increase
of 52.8% vehicles sold over last year's figures -- and record-breaking CPO
sales indicate that consumers looking for strong, "shockingly delightful"
design have Audi on their minds.
"In spite of February's slow start, customers are, in fact, shopping. I
believe that American auto buyers are looking for stand-out design and
quality engineering -- they're ready for spring and are ready to purchase.
I look forward to taking the momentum of the last week into March," said
Johan de Nysschen, Executive Vice President, Audi of America.
To date, Audi has sold 12,570 vehicles in 2008, a 3.4% decrease over
the previous year; CPO sales for 2008 total 5,613, an increase of 48% over
2007.
SOURCE Audi of America, Inc.
TT Sales Growth Indicates Durable Demand for 'Shockingly Delightful' Design
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi of America, Inc.
announced today sales for the month of February totaling 6,152, a decrease
of 6.9% from last year's figures. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales
continued their record-setting trend; compared with last year's February
figures, CPO sales came to 3,021 units, an increase of 57%.
The combination of cold weather and cold economic reports slowed
customer purchases in the early days of the month, but dealers reported
increased traffic as the month progressed. Growing TT sales -- an increase
of 52.8% vehicles sold over last year's figures -- and record-breaking CPO
sales indicate that consumers looking for strong, "shockingly delightful"
design have Audi on their minds.
"In spite of February's slow start, customers are, in fact, shopping. I
believe that American auto buyers are looking for stand-out design and
quality engineering -- they're ready for spring and are ready to purchase.
I look forward to taking the momentum of the last week into March," said
Johan de Nysschen, Executive Vice President, Audi of America.
To date, Audi has sold 12,570 vehicles in 2008, a 3.4% decrease over
the previous year; CPO sales for 2008 total 5,613, an increase of 48% over
2007.
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AUDI US -----YEAR TO DATE-----
SNAPSHOT
Feb-08 Feb-07 Yr/Yr Feb-08 Feb-07 Yr/Yr
Actual Actual % YTD YTD %
change actual actual change
A3 397 504 -21.2 % 708 813 -12.9 %
A4/S4/RS 4 2,428 2,461 -1.3 % 5,046 5,326 -5.3 %
A4/S4 Cabriolet 347 543 -36.1 % 643 913 -29.6 %
A5/S5 384 n/a n/a 726 n/a n/a
A6/S6 847 893 -5.2 % 1,830 1,794 2.0 %
A8/S8 231 262 -11.8 % 503 570 -11.8 %
TT 326 199 63.8 % 652 209 212.0 %
R8 62 n/a n/a 123 n/a n/a
Audi Q7 1,130 1,747 -35.3 % 2,339 3,383 -30.9 %
Total 6,152 6,609 -6.9 % 12,570 13,008 -3.4 %
03-03-08 | 04:13 PM
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Back to sales, Feb results are with 4k, 6k, 8k cash back, others are taking market share..
