March 2008 Vehicles Sales
04-01-08 | 11:55 AM
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I am going to assume its more the transititon of selling old Corollas and getting new inventory than anything. With high gas prices and the Corolla being a high MPG car and it being all new, I expect sales to explode by the end of the year.
04-01-08 | 12:05 PM
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April 1, 2008, 1:38PM
March Auto Sales: Porsche
http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/fn/5665481.html
© 2008 The Associated Press
ATLANTA — Porsche Cars North America Inc. said Tuesday its U.S. sales sank 25 percent in March, as losses across most models offset rising sales of the Cayenne sport-utility vehicle.
The automaker said it sold 2,467 vehicles in the U.S. last month, compared with 3,278 in March 2006. Adjusted for two additional selling days in the year-ago period, sales fell 19 percent.
Sales of the sports 911 model fell to 773 from 1,363. Boxster and Cayman model sales sank to 525 from 1,036.
However, Cayenne sales rose 33 percent to 1,169, boosted by the recent launch of the new Cayenne GTS model.
So far this year, the company's U.S. sales are down 18 percent to 6,777 vehicles. When factoring in an additional selling day in 2007, sales have fallen 16 percent.
March Auto Sales: Porsche
http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/fn/5665481.html
© 2008 The Associated Press
ATLANTA — Porsche Cars North America Inc. said Tuesday its U.S. sales sank 25 percent in March, as losses across most models offset rising sales of the Cayenne sport-utility vehicle.
The automaker said it sold 2,467 vehicles in the U.S. last month, compared with 3,278 in March 2006. Adjusted for two additional selling days in the year-ago period, sales fell 19 percent.
Sales of the sports 911 model fell to 773 from 1,363. Boxster and Cayman model sales sank to 525 from 1,036.
However, Cayenne sales rose 33 percent to 1,169, boosted by the recent launch of the new Cayenne GTS model.
So far this year, the company's U.S. sales are down 18 percent to 6,777 vehicles. When factoring in an additional selling day in 2007, sales have fallen 16 percent.
04-01-08 | 12:09 PM
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BMW Group Reports March Sales
BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) sales down by 5.4 percent in March as
expected, stronger increase in the second half of the year anticipated.
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in
the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) today reported March vehicle sales of
27,404, down 5.4 percent from the 28,980 vehicles sold in the same month of
2007. For the first quarter of 2008, BMW Group sales are down 9.2 percent,
to 68,529 vehicles versus the 75,433 sold in the first three months of
2007.
The results reflect BMW Group's expectations for the month. As planned
and already communicated, BMW of North America expects a stronger increase
in sales in the second half of the year. Sales will be driven by new
products coming to market this year. Among others, this year sees the
introduction of the BMW 1 Series Coupe and Convertible; BMW's X6 Sports
Activity Coupe; BMW M3 Coupe, Sedan and Convertible; and the new twin-turbo
charged Advanced Diesel engines for the 3 Series and the X5. MINI continues
its success story in the U.S. with the launch of its third variant -- the
all new MINI Clubman - which hit showrooms just last month.
BMW Brand Sales
BMW brand sales were down 8.7 percent, to 23,115 vehicles compared to
25,325 vehicles sold during March 2007. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales of
58,365 vehicles compared to the 67,360 reported in the same period a year
ago, a decrease of 13.4 percent.
BMW Automobile Sales
Monthly sales of BMW brand automobiles increased 2.6 percent in March,
to 19,231 versus 18,746 in 2007. During the first quarter of 2008, BMW
automobile sales are down 10.6 percent to 46,153 versus 51,616 reported in
the same period last year.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicles
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles were down 41 percent for the
month, to 3,884 vehicles compared to the 6,579 reported in March 2007.
Year-to-date, BMW SAV sales are down 22.4 percent to 12,212 vehicles from
15,744 in 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported a 17.3 percent increase in March sales, to 4,289 cars
compared to 3,655 cars sold in the same period a year ago. MINI USA also
reported sales of 10,164 for the first quarter of 2008, an increase of 25.9
percent over the 8,073 sold in the same period a year ago.
BMW Certified Pre-Owned
CPO sales were up 22.5 percent in March, to 9,600 over the 7,838
reported in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the division reported
sales of 25,224 automobiles, an increase of 32.7 percent, compared to the
19,008 vehicles reported in the first three months of 2007.
BMW Group In America
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since
1975. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003.
The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales,
and financial service organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles,
including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and the Rolls-Royce brand of Motor
Cars; DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a technology
office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the
country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW
Group's global manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing
plant for all Z4 models and X5 Sports Activity Vehicles and the upcoming X6
Sport Activity Coupe. The BMW Group sales organization is represented in
the U.S. through networks of 338 BMW passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle centers, 142 BMW motorcycle retailers, 82 MINI passenger
car dealers, and 30 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp.,
the BMW Group's sales headquarters for North, Central and South America, is
located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
SOURCE BMW of North America, LLC
expected, stronger increase in the second half of the year anticipated.
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in
the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) today reported March vehicle sales of
27,404, down 5.4 percent from the 28,980 vehicles sold in the same month of
2007. For the first quarter of 2008, BMW Group sales are down 9.2 percent,
to 68,529 vehicles versus the 75,433 sold in the first three months of
2007.
The results reflect BMW Group's expectations for the month. As planned
and already communicated, BMW of North America expects a stronger increase
in sales in the second half of the year. Sales will be driven by new
products coming to market this year. Among others, this year sees the
introduction of the BMW 1 Series Coupe and Convertible; BMW's X6 Sports
Activity Coupe; BMW M3 Coupe, Sedan and Convertible; and the new twin-turbo
charged Advanced Diesel engines for the 3 Series and the X5. MINI continues
its success story in the U.S. with the launch of its third variant -- the
all new MINI Clubman - which hit showrooms just last month.
BMW Brand Sales
BMW brand sales were down 8.7 percent, to 23,115 vehicles compared to
25,325 vehicles sold during March 2007. Year-to-date, BMW reported sales of
58,365 vehicles compared to the 67,360 reported in the same period a year
ago, a decrease of 13.4 percent.
BMW Automobile Sales
Monthly sales of BMW brand automobiles increased 2.6 percent in March,
to 19,231 versus 18,746 in 2007. During the first quarter of 2008, BMW
automobile sales are down 10.6 percent to 46,153 versus 51,616 reported in
the same period last year.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicles
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles were down 41 percent for the
month, to 3,884 vehicles compared to the 6,579 reported in March 2007.
Year-to-date, BMW SAV sales are down 22.4 percent to 12,212 vehicles from
15,744 in 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
MINI USA reported a 17.3 percent increase in March sales, to 4,289 cars
compared to 3,655 cars sold in the same period a year ago. MINI USA also
reported sales of 10,164 for the first quarter of 2008, an increase of 25.9
percent over the 8,073 sold in the same period a year ago.
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Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, March 2008
March March % YTD YTD %
2008 2007 2008 2007
BMW brand 23,115 25,325 -8.7 58,365 67,360 -13.4
BMW
passenger cars 19,231 18,746 2.6 46,153 51,616 -10.6
BMW light
trucks (SAVs) 3,884 6,579 -41.0 12,212 15,744 -22.4
MINI brand 4,289 3,655 17.3 10,164 8,073 25.9
TOTAL Group 27,404 28,980 -5.4 68,529 75,433 -9.2
CPO sales were up 22.5 percent in March, to 9,600 over the 7,838
reported in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the division reported
sales of 25,224 automobiles, an increase of 32.7 percent, compared to the
19,008 vehicles reported in the first three months of 2007.
BMW Group In America
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since
1975. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003.
The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales,
and financial service organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles,
including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and the Rolls-Royce brand of Motor
Cars; DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a technology
office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the
country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW
Group's global manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing
plant for all Z4 models and X5 Sports Activity Vehicles and the upcoming X6
Sport Activity Coupe. The BMW Group sales organization is represented in
the U.S. through networks of 338 BMW passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports
Activity Vehicle centers, 142 BMW motorcycle retailers, 82 MINI passenger
car dealers, and 30 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp.,
the BMW Group's sales headquarters for North, Central and South America, is
located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
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Sales BMW of North America, LLC, March 2008
YTD YTD
March 08 March 07 % March 08 March 07 %
1 Series 1496 0 1496 0
3 Series 11,226 11,259 -0.3% 27,013 33,193 -8.6%
Z4 Roadster and Coupe 772 868 -11.1% 1,659 1,906 -3.0%
5 Series 3,677 4,315 -14.8% 10,890 11,128 -2.1%
6 Series 593 854 -30.6% 1,416 1,921 -26.3%
7 Series 1,467 1,450 1.2% 3,679 3,468 6.1%
BMW passenger cars 19,231 18,746 2.6% 46,153 51,616 -10.6%
X3 1,732 2,872 -39.7% 4,190 6,674 -37.2%
X5 2,152 3,707 -41.9% 8,022 9,070 -11.6%
BMW light trucks (SAVs) 3,884 6,579 -41.0% 12,212 15,744 -22.4%
BMW brand 23,115 25,325 -8.7% 58,365 67,360 -13.4%
Cooper Hardtop 2,752 2,940 -6.4% 7,167 6,566 9.2%
Cooper Convertible 472 715 -34.0% 1,229 1,507 -18.4%
Cooper Clubman 1,065 0 1,768 0
MINI brand 4,289 3,655 17.3% 10,164 8,073 25.9%
TOTAL BMW of North
America, LLC 27,404 28,980 -5.4% 68,529 75,433 -9.2%
04-01-08 | 12:16 PM
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Infiniti/Nissan
Nissan North America Announces March Sales
NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan North
America, Inc. (NNA) today reported sales of 106,921 units in March, up 3.6
percent on a daily sales rate basis. NNA posted a sales increase of 3.0
percent for fiscal year 2007, ending March 31, 2008, versus FY06.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
-- Nissan-brand vehicles saw sales of 93,100 units in March, a 3.1 percent
increase on a daily sales rate basis compared with March's 97,242 units
sold.
-- Nissan Division's volume for the 2007 fiscal year was 931,976 units, up
3.0 percent from the prior fiscal year.
-- March was a record month for Altima Sedan, with sales of 27,085 units,
and Altima Coupe, which sold 3,492 units.
-- The Rogue crossover continued its sales growth, with 6,873 units sold.
-- The Versa subcompact experienced a record March with sales of 8,192
units.
-- Combined sales of Nissan cars posted their best ever month of sales,
with 56,453 cars sold.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
-- Infiniti sales rose 7.3 percent on a daily sales rate basis, with
13,821 units sold, compared with last March's 13,877 units.
-- Infiniti ended the fiscal year with sales totaling 127,026, up 2.7
percent from 124,504 units a year ago.
-- The G35 Sedan experienced its best month in the 2007 fiscal year, with
sales of 5,805 units.
-- The G37 Coupe posted an increase of 98.6 percent versus year-ago, on
sales of 2,464 units.
NNA INFORMATION
-- Combined sales for Nissan and Infiniti of 106,921 marked an increase of
3.6 percent on a daily sales rate basis versus last March's sales of
111,119 units.
-- Combined Nissan and Infiniti volume for the 2007 fiscal year was
1,059,002, up 3.0 percent versus last year's 1,035,003.
In North America, NNA's operations include automotive styling,
engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing,
distribution and manufacturing.
SOURCE Nissan North America, Inc.
NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan North
America, Inc. (NNA) today reported sales of 106,921 units in March, up 3.6
percent on a daily sales rate basis. NNA posted a sales increase of 3.0
percent for fiscal year 2007, ending March 31, 2008, versus FY06.
NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS
-- Nissan-brand vehicles saw sales of 93,100 units in March, a 3.1 percent
increase on a daily sales rate basis compared with March's 97,242 units
sold.
-- Nissan Division's volume for the 2007 fiscal year was 931,976 units, up
3.0 percent from the prior fiscal year.
-- March was a record month for Altima Sedan, with sales of 27,085 units,
and Altima Coupe, which sold 3,492 units.
-- The Rogue crossover continued its sales growth, with 6,873 units sold.
-- The Versa subcompact experienced a record March with sales of 8,192
units.
-- Combined sales of Nissan cars posted their best ever month of sales,
with 56,453 cars sold.
INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS
-- Infiniti sales rose 7.3 percent on a daily sales rate basis, with
13,821 units sold, compared with last March's 13,877 units.
-- Infiniti ended the fiscal year with sales totaling 127,026, up 2.7
percent from 124,504 units a year ago.
-- The G35 Sedan experienced its best month in the 2007 fiscal year, with
sales of 5,805 units.
-- The G37 Coupe posted an increase of 98.6 percent versus year-ago, on
sales of 2,464 units.
NNA INFORMATION
-- Combined sales for Nissan and Infiniti of 106,921 marked an increase of
3.6 percent on a daily sales rate basis versus last March's sales of
111,119 units.
-- Combined Nissan and Infiniti volume for the 2007 fiscal year was
1,059,002, up 3.0 percent versus last year's 1,035,003.
In North America, NNA's operations include automotive styling,
engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing,
distribution and manufacturing.
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NISSAN DIVISION SALES
Monthly
March March DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Nissan Division
Total 93,100 97,242 3.1 237,212 246,436 -2.5
Versa 8,192 6,573 34.2 19,509 16,195 22.0
Sentra 10,885 9,654 21.4 25,364 25,823 -0.5
Altima 31,409 27,521 22.9 76,407 74,029 4.6
Maxima 4,659 5,180 -3.1 12,996 13,597 -3.2
350Z 1,308 2,561 -45.0 3,271 5,258 -37.0
Total Car 56,453 51,489 18.1 137,547 134,902 3.3
Frontier 4,802 7,254 -28.7 13,527 17,210 -20.4
Titan 3,869 7,563 -44.9 11,355 18,847 -39.0
Xterra 3,141 5,705 -40.7 10,203 15,609 33.8
Pathfinder 4,132 6,323 -29.6 10,830 16,151 -32.1
Armada 1,941 3,682 -43.2 5,469 8,842 -37.3
Rogue 6,873 NA NA 17,531 NA NA
Murano 9,710 11,822 -11.5 25,473 26,417 -2.3
Quest 2,179 3,404 -31.1 5,277 8,458 -36.8
Total Truck 36,647 45,753 -13.7 99,665 111,534 -9.5
North American
Produced 75,209 82,859 -2.3 190,937 214,761 -9.9
Car 55,145 48,928 21.4 134,276 129,644 4.9
Truck 20,064 33,931 -36.3 56,661 85,117 -32.6
Import 17,891 14,383 34.0 46,275 31,675 48.0
Car 1,308 2,561 -45.0 3,271 5,258 -37.0
Truck 16,583 11,822 51.1 43,004 26,417 64.9
INFINITI DIVISION SALES
Monthly
March March DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
Infiniti Division
Total 13,821 13,877 7.3 32,533 32,545 1.3
G Sedan 5,805 6,656 -6.1 13,260 15,322 -12.3
G Coupe 2,464 1,336 98.6 5,672 2,991 92.1
M 1,753 2,768 -31.8 4,757 6,265 -23.1
Q45 0 2 -100.0 0 15 -100.0
QX56 1,024 936 17.8 2,765 2,499 12.1
EX 1,452 NA NA 3,061 NA NA
FX 1,323 2,179 -34.6 3,018 5,453 -43.9
Total Car 10,022 10,762 0.3 23,689 24,593 -2.4
Total Truck 3,799 3,115 31.3 8,844 7,952 12.7
COMBINED NISSAN AND INFINITI SALES
Monthly
March March DSR CYTD CYTD CYTD DSR
2008 2007 % Change 2008 2007 % Change
TOTAL VEHICLE 106,921 111,119 3.6 269,745 278,981 -2.0
Total Car 66,475 62,251 15.0 161,236 159,495 2.4
Total Truck 40,446 48,868 -10.9 108,509 119,486 -8.0
Selling Days 26 28 76 77
*All numbers include Hawaii.
04-01-08 | 12:16 PM
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Okay, the 3 jumped back up to over 10k units after a big drop the last 2 months. The 7 lease deal is REALLY helping that car, wow!
Lexus has only the small volume IS-F and LX 570 out. BMW has the 1 series which is a volume car and the X6 coming.
It is going to be a BATTLE for the sale crown this year. Wow!!!
Lexus has only the small volume IS-F and LX 570 out. BMW has the 1 series which is a volume car and the X6 coming.
It is going to be a BATTLE for the sale crown this year. Wow!!!
04-01-08 | 12:20 PM
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I think this is the FIRST time I have seen Infiniti OUTSELL Acura!! Wow. The cute ute EX sold 1500 units, their introductionary lease deals will spur initial sales. THe M35/45 outsold the GS. With a new FX coming, Infiniti might be able to get sales back in the 130k+ range like their best year in 2006.
It seems the refreshes really haven't helped the GS or M35/45 too much.
It seems the refreshes really haven't helped the GS or M35/45 too much.
04-01-08 | 12:28 PM
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Chrysler LLC
Chrysler LLC March 2008 Sales Indicate Newest Models Have Strong Customer Appeal
- Total sales record set for fuel-efficient compact vehicle trio of Dodge
Caliber, Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot
- New long-wheel base minivan models' individual sales continue to grow
- Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Avenger increase Chrysler LLC year-to-date
market share in competitive Standard Mid-Size segment
- All-new Dodge Journey off to a great new start
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC today
reported total March 2008 sales of 166,386 units which is 19 percent below
the same period last year. Total March sales reflect a combination of
positive consumer response to new models, a sustained and planned reduction
in daily- rental fleet vehicle sales and an industry-wide slowdown in large
pickup truck and SUV sales. All sales figures are reported as unadjusted.
"We are in a period where the public hears news about the economy every
day and it is clearly having an impact on our industry," said Vice Chairman
and President Jim Press. "At the same time, this market environment is
driving more customers to our newest value-oriented, fuel-efficient
products like Jeep Patriot, Dodge Journey, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler
Sebring. Chrysler's strategy to right-size our operations, increase fuel
efficiency and reduce daily rental fleet sales will help us get through
this period as a stronger company with healthier dealers."
Chrysler had solid customer interest for its combined compact vehicle
lineup of the Dodge Caliber, Jeep Compass and Patriot. Combined, the three
vehicles reached 21,909 compact vehicle buyers in March, an increase of 51
percent from March 2007. All three models had increased sales in March to
set a new monthly sales record for the lineup.
New customer sales increased 18 percent for Chrysler's two new long
wheel base minivans, the Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan.
Total Dodge Grand Caravan March sales were 14,101, an increase of 8 percent
over the same model in 2007. The Chrysler Town & Country long wheel base
model had strong March sales of 13,335 units, a year-over-year increase of
32 percent.
Chrysler's new mid-sized cars continue to grab marketshare with total
Chrysler Sebring Sedan/Sebring Convertible sales up 23 percent and Dodge
Avenger sales up 8 percent, for a 15 percent segment increase in March
2008. Another new vehicle, the Dodge Journey sold 2,640 units in its second
month of sales.
The Company finished the month with 423,607 units of inventory, or a
66- day supply. Inventory is down by 15 percent compared with March 2007
when it was at 499,771 units.
Customer Initiatives
Chrysler LLC recently launched a Customer Advisory Board, providing the
Company an opportunity to establish two-way dialogue with customers and
design the products they want and need.
In April, Chrysler will continue to offer special "New Day" vehicle
packages that combine our most popular features on a wide range of vehicles
at reduced prices.
Chrysler will continue to offer the most unique product lineup in the
industry, along with the most innovative products and the best Lifetime
Powertrain Warranty coverage in the market.
About Chrysler LLC
Chrysler LLC, headquartered in Auburn Hills, Mich., produces Chrysler,
Jeep(R), Dodge and Mopar(R) brand vehicles and products. Total sales
worldwide in 2007 were 2.68 million vehicles. Sales outside of North
America were the highest in a decade with an increase of 15 percent from
2006. The Company's product lineup features some of the world's most
recognizable vehicles, including the Chrysler 300, Jeep Wrangler and Dodge
Charger.
SOURCE Chrysler LLC
- Total sales record set for fuel-efficient compact vehicle trio of Dodge
Caliber, Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot
- New long-wheel base minivan models' individual sales continue to grow
- Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Avenger increase Chrysler LLC year-to-date
market share in competitive Standard Mid-Size segment
- All-new Dodge Journey off to a great new start
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC today
reported total March 2008 sales of 166,386 units which is 19 percent below
the same period last year. Total March sales reflect a combination of
positive consumer response to new models, a sustained and planned reduction
in daily- rental fleet vehicle sales and an industry-wide slowdown in large
pickup truck and SUV sales. All sales figures are reported as unadjusted.
"We are in a period where the public hears news about the economy every
day and it is clearly having an impact on our industry," said Vice Chairman
and President Jim Press. "At the same time, this market environment is
driving more customers to our newest value-oriented, fuel-efficient
products like Jeep Patriot, Dodge Journey, Dodge Avenger and Chrysler
Sebring. Chrysler's strategy to right-size our operations, increase fuel
efficiency and reduce daily rental fleet sales will help us get through
this period as a stronger company with healthier dealers."
Chrysler had solid customer interest for its combined compact vehicle
lineup of the Dodge Caliber, Jeep Compass and Patriot. Combined, the three
vehicles reached 21,909 compact vehicle buyers in March, an increase of 51
percent from March 2007. All three models had increased sales in March to
set a new monthly sales record for the lineup.
New customer sales increased 18 percent for Chrysler's two new long
wheel base minivans, the Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan.
Total Dodge Grand Caravan March sales were 14,101, an increase of 8 percent
over the same model in 2007. The Chrysler Town & Country long wheel base
model had strong March sales of 13,335 units, a year-over-year increase of
32 percent.
Chrysler's new mid-sized cars continue to grab marketshare with total
Chrysler Sebring Sedan/Sebring Convertible sales up 23 percent and Dodge
Avenger sales up 8 percent, for a 15 percent segment increase in March
2008. Another new vehicle, the Dodge Journey sold 2,640 units in its second
month of sales.
The Company finished the month with 423,607 units of inventory, or a
66- day supply. Inventory is down by 15 percent compared with March 2007
when it was at 499,771 units.
Customer Initiatives
Chrysler LLC recently launched a Customer Advisory Board, providing the
Company an opportunity to establish two-way dialogue with customers and
design the products they want and need.
In April, Chrysler will continue to offer special "New Day" vehicle
packages that combine our most popular features on a wide range of vehicles
at reduced prices.
Chrysler will continue to offer the most unique product lineup in the
industry, along with the most innovative products and the best Lifetime
Powertrain Warranty coverage in the market.
About Chrysler LLC
Chrysler LLC, headquartered in Auburn Hills, Mich., produces Chrysler,
Jeep(R), Dodge and Mopar(R) brand vehicles and products. Total sales
worldwide in 2007 were 2.68 million vehicles. Sales outside of North
America were the highest in a decade with an increase of 15 percent from
2006. The Company's product lineup features some of the world's most
recognizable vehicles, including the Chrysler 300, Jeep Wrangler and Dodge
Charger.
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Chrysler LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru March 2008
Month Sales Vol % Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 10,177 8,306 23% 30,411 20,935 45%
300 7,995 11,376 -30% 24,952 30,376 -18%
Crossfire 190 678 -72% 462 2,281 -80%
PT Cruiser 5,305 8,531 -38% 15,604 25,333 -38%
Aspen 2,668 2,896 -8% 8,117 7,244 12%
Pacifica 866 6,438 -87% 2,693 16,432 -84%
Town & Country* 13,338 13,649 -2% 34,381 36,871 -7%
CHRYSLER BRAND 40,539 51,874 -22% 116,620 139,472 -16%
Compass 4,836 3,802 27% 10,400 11,838 -12%
Patriot 7,564 2,109 259% 17,248 2,928 489%
Wrangler 8,589 13,397 -36% 21,814 31,591 -31%
Liberty 7,366 9,634 -24% 23,047 24,363 -5%
Grand Cherokee 8,172 10,398 -21% 23,163 30,856 -25%
Commander 3,414 5,995 -43% 9,648 16,896 -43%
JEEP BRAND 39,941 45,335 -12% 105,320 118,472 -11%
Caliber 9,509 8,634 10% 31,331 27,206 15%
Avenger 9,755 9,026 8% 25,246 15,515 63%
Charger 9,296 12,707 -27% 27,018 30,923 -13%
Viper 109 54 102% 272 153 78%
Magnum 1,150 2,983 -61% 5,354 8,425 -36%
Dakota 4,074 6,411 -36% 8,767 15,399 -43%
Ram P/U 26,318 38,301 -31% 68,862 91,313 -25%
Journey 2,640 0 0% 3,382 0 0%
Caravan* 14,104 17,921 -21% 33,271 52,889 -37%
Durango 2,691 4,362 -38% 9,258 14,590 -37%
Nitro 4,981 7,532 -34% 15,355 19,697 -22%
Sprinter 1,279 876 46% 3,815 2,253 69%
DODGE BRAND 85,906 109,226 -21% 231,931 279,305 -17%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 166,386 206,435 -19% 453,871 537,249 -16%
TOTAL CAR 48,339 55,608 -13% 145,601 139,511 4%
TOTAL TRUCK 118,047 150,827 -22% 308,270 397,738 -22%
Selling Days 26 28 76 77
* Chrysler Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan sales comparison
include eliminated 2007 model year short wheel base vehicles.
04-01-08 | 12:35 PM
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04-01-08 | 02:35 PM
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It's definitely the first time. Ever. In the history of mankind.
Although, for the year, I think Acura will still handily outsell Infiniti. Infiniti only has the new FX coming, which is a niche low-volume vehicle, good for at most 2,500 units a month.
Acura has the new TSX coming soon and the new TL later this year, and both are high-volume vehicles.
Although, for the year, I think Acura will still handily outsell Infiniti. Infiniti only has the new FX coming, which is a niche low-volume vehicle, good for at most 2,500 units a month.
Acura has the new TSX coming soon and the new TL later this year, and both are high-volume vehicles.
04-01-08 | 03:44 PM
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From: Canada
Subaru
Subaru Reports Strong March 2008 Retail Sales
Subaru logo. (PRNewsFoto/Subaru of America)
CHERRY HILL, NJ UNITED STATES
-- Impreza sales up 18 percent; Legacy sedan sales up 14 percent --
-- 1% gain in Retail sales --
CHERRY HILL, N.J., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America,
Inc. today reported March sales of 16,685 total units. Retail sales were up
1% over March 2007, while fleet deliveries were lower than at the same time
in 2007. Fleet deliveries are expected to be made up later in the year.
Both the Impreza and Legacy model lines recorded gains over the same
period last year. The 2009 model year arrived in dealerships the last week
of the month and sales were reported as brisk.
Tim Colbeck, vice president of sales for Subaru of America said,
"Retail sales continue to be healthy for the brand in what is a tight
market, and our dealers have increased sales each month this year. Impreza
and Legacy sales were strong and we are excited about Forester as supplies
of the 2009 model year reach dealerships."
For a complete sales chart and additional information about Subaru of
America, Inc. and Subaru vehicles, visit our media website at
http://www.media.subaru.com.
About Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy
Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company
markets and distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive vehicles, parts
and accessories through a network of nearly 600 dealers across the United
States. Subaru makes the best-selling All-Wheel Drive car sold in America
based on R.L. Polk & Co. new vehicle retail registration statistics
calendar year-end 2005. For additional information visit
http://www.subaru.com.
SOURCE Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru logo. (PRNewsFoto/Subaru of America)
CHERRY HILL, NJ UNITED STATES
-- Impreza sales up 18 percent; Legacy sedan sales up 14 percent --
-- 1% gain in Retail sales --
CHERRY HILL, N.J., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America,
Inc. today reported March sales of 16,685 total units. Retail sales were up
1% over March 2007, while fleet deliveries were lower than at the same time
in 2007. Fleet deliveries are expected to be made up later in the year.
Both the Impreza and Legacy model lines recorded gains over the same
period last year. The 2009 model year arrived in dealerships the last week
of the month and sales were reported as brisk.
Code:
Model 2008 March % v 2007
Total Legacy Sedan 2,205 +14%
Total Outback 4,378 -12%
(incl. Legacy Wagon)
Total Impreza 4,446 +18%
Total Forester 4,615 -9%
Total Tribeca 1,041 -17%
Total 16,685
"Retail sales continue to be healthy for the brand in what is a tight
market, and our dealers have increased sales each month this year. Impreza
and Legacy sales were strong and we are excited about Forester as supplies
of the 2009 model year reach dealerships."
For a complete sales chart and additional information about Subaru of
America, Inc. and Subaru vehicles, visit our media website at
http://www.media.subaru.com.
About Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy
Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company
markets and distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive vehicles, parts
and accessories through a network of nearly 600 dealers across the United
States. Subaru makes the best-selling All-Wheel Drive car sold in America
based on R.L. Polk & Co. new vehicle retail registration statistics
calendar year-end 2005. For additional information visit
http://www.subaru.com.
SOURCE Subaru of America, Inc.
04-01-08 | 03:46 PM
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Audi of America
Audi of America Reports Strong March Sales, Approaching Previous Year's Number Despite '08 Economic Downturn
A4 and TT sales show strength and range of an iconic brand
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi of America,
Inc. announced today sales for the month of March totaling 7,987, a
decrease of 0.4% from last year's figures. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO)
sales continued their record-setting trend; compared with last year's March
figures, CPO sales rose to 3,283 units, an increase of 35.2%.
Consumers keeping a wary eye on the economy were ultimately won over by
Audi's combination of fresh design and superior fuel economy. Increased
nationwide sales of the A4, a 26.8% increase over last year, and the TT,
with a 443.7% jump, demonstrate the range and strength of the Audi brand.
"Despite economic volatility, customers looking for luxury that's
stylish, powerful and smart continue to find Audi," said Johan de Nysschen,
executive vice president, Audi of America. "I believe that Audi offers the
product range, performance and intelligent design that Americans want."
To date, Audi has sold 20,557 vehicles in 2008, a 2.2% decrease over
the previous year; CPO sales for 2008 total 8,896, an increase of 42.9%
over 2007.
ABOUT AUDI OF AMERICA
Audi of America, Inc. offers a line of luxury vehicles that include the
Audi A3 sport compact; the sporty A4 sedan, Avant and Cabriolet models; the
high performance S4 sedan, Avant and Cabriolet models; the high-revving RS
4 sports sedan and Cabriolet; the all new S5 Coupe with 354 hp; the design-
leading A6 sedan and Avant; the V-10 powered high performance S6 sedan; the
Audi Q7 performance SUV; the new all-aluminum Audi A8 and A8L; the new S8
with V10 power; the all-new 2008 TT Coupe and Roadster models; and the
all-new, all-aluminum R8, one of the most exclusive mid-engine sports cars
in the world.
SOURCE Audi of America, Inc.
A4 and TT sales show strength and range of an iconic brand
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi of America,
Inc. announced today sales for the month of March totaling 7,987, a
decrease of 0.4% from last year's figures. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO)
sales continued their record-setting trend; compared with last year's March
figures, CPO sales rose to 3,283 units, an increase of 35.2%.
Consumers keeping a wary eye on the economy were ultimately won over by
Audi's combination of fresh design and superior fuel economy. Increased
nationwide sales of the A4, a 26.8% increase over last year, and the TT,
with a 443.7% jump, demonstrate the range and strength of the Audi brand.
"Despite economic volatility, customers looking for luxury that's
stylish, powerful and smart continue to find Audi," said Johan de Nysschen,
executive vice president, Audi of America. "I believe that Audi offers the
product range, performance and intelligent design that Americans want."
To date, Audi has sold 20,557 vehicles in 2008, a 2.2% decrease over
the previous year; CPO sales for 2008 total 8,896, an increase of 42.9%
over 2007.
ABOUT AUDI OF AMERICA
Audi of America, Inc. offers a line of luxury vehicles that include the
Audi A3 sport compact; the sporty A4 sedan, Avant and Cabriolet models; the
high performance S4 sedan, Avant and Cabriolet models; the high-revving RS
4 sports sedan and Cabriolet; the all new S5 Coupe with 354 hp; the design-
leading A6 sedan and Avant; the V-10 powered high performance S6 sedan; the
Audi Q7 performance SUV; the new all-aluminum Audi A8 and A8L; the new S8
with V10 power; the all-new 2008 TT Coupe and Roadster models; and the
all-new, all-aluminum R8, one of the most exclusive mid-engine sports cars
in the world.
Code:
AUDI US
SNAPSHOT -----YEAR TO DATE-----
Mar-08 Mar-07 Yr/Yr % Mar-08 Mar-07 Yr/Yr %
Actual Actual change YTD YTD change
actual actual
A3 408 675 -39.6 % 1,116 1,488 -25.0 %
A4/S4/RS 4 3,495 2,756 26.8 % 8,541 8,082 5.7 %
A4/S4 Cabriolet 566 1,027 -44.9 % 1,209 1,940 -37.7 %
A5/S5 464 n/a n/a 1,190 n/a n/a
A6/S6 898 1,038 -13.5 % 2,728 2,832 -3.7 %
A8/S8 249 362 -31.2 % 752 932 -19.3 %
TT 473 87 443.7 % 1125 296 280.1 %
R8 44 n/a n/a 167 n/a n/a
Audi Q7 1,390 2,075 -33.0 % 3,729 5,458 -31.7 %
Total 7,987 8,020 -0.4 % 20,557 21,028 -2.2 %
04-01-08 | 03:48 PM
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Kia Motors America
Kia Motors America Announces March Sales
IRVINE, Calif., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA)
today announced March sales of 24,871 units and year-to-date sales of
68,214 units.
Spectra and Rio had their best selling months of the year with 8,022
and 3,514 units sold respectively. Both vehicles also experienced increases
year-to-date in the first quarter, and over the same period last year.
Total sales for the month of March also rose 13 percent over the previous
month.
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and distribution arm
of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a
complete line of vehicles through more than 640 dealers throughout the
United States. For 2007, KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of record
U.S. sales. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value,
high quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on
producing vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline
"The Power to Surprise."
SOURCE Kia Motors America
IRVINE, Calif., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA)
today announced March sales of 24,871 units and year-to-date sales of
68,214 units.
Spectra and Rio had their best selling months of the year with 8,022
and 3,514 units sold respectively. Both vehicles also experienced increases
year-to-date in the first quarter, and over the same period last year.
Total sales for the month of March also rose 13 percent over the previous
month.
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and distribution arm
of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a
complete line of vehicles through more than 640 dealers throughout the
United States. For 2007, KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of record
U.S. sales. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value,
high quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on
producing vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline
"The Power to Surprise."
Code:
MONTH OF MARCH YEAR-TO-DATE
Model 2008 2007 2008 2007
Rio 3,514 3,044 9,098 6,309
Spectra 8,022 5,675 18,013 14,493
Optima 2,404 4,318 9,196 9,425
Amanti 173 945 556 2,738
Sportage 3,171 4,304 9,786 11,715
Sorento 2,039 3,771 4,621 10,079
Sedona 2,737 3,996 7,291 15,924
Rondo 2,811 1,514 9,653 2,920
Total 24,871 27,567 68,214 73,603
04-01-08 | 05:08 PM
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Jeez the RX and ES sold what the entire Acura lineup sold.
Lexus is on pace to have first year in maybe 10+ years where it will have less sales than the year before. I'm not worried, it was bound to happen and its more the economy than the Lexus lineup hurting sales.
Have to say with this economy and gas prices, the LX debuted the WRONG time.
Lexus is on pace to have first year in maybe 10+ years where it will have less sales than the year before. I'm not worried, it was bound to happen and its more the economy than the Lexus lineup hurting sales.
Have to say with this economy and gas prices, the LX debuted the WRONG time.