July 2008 Vehicle Sales
08-01-08, 11:17 AM
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Since yall like this (will update when all numbers are in)
Sub entry level
TSX-3474
1- Series - 1,326
A3-646
S40-431
Cute Utes
X3 - 1,646
RDX-1384
EX-1112
Entry Level Luxury
C class-6241
ES- 5563
CTS- 5262
G35+37-4887
IS- 4750
TL-3961
A4+A5/S5-3873
A4- 3479
G35-3304
MKZ-2331
S60-409
Luxury Level
E class- 4938
MKS- 2279
GS- 1297
M35/45- 970
A6- 929
S80- 745
RL- 532
9-5 - 227
Premium Level
DTS-2179
S-class- 1577
LS- 1466
STS-1079
7-Series - 1,006
A8/S8- 205
Sub entry level
TSX-3474
1- Series - 1,326
A3-646
S40-431
Cute Utes
X3 - 1,646
RDX-1384
EX-1112
Entry Level Luxury
C class-6241
ES- 5563
CTS- 5262
G35+37-4887
IS- 4750
TL-3961
A4+A5/S5-3873
A4- 3479
G35-3304
MKZ-2331
S60-409
Luxury Level
E class- 4938
MKS- 2279
GS- 1297
M35/45- 970
A6- 929
S80- 745
RL- 532
9-5 - 227
Premium Level
DTS-2179
S-class- 1577
LS- 1466
STS-1079
7-Series - 1,006
A8/S8- 205
Last edited by LexFather; 08-01-08 at 11:55 AM.
08-01-08, 11:44 AM
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Hyundai Motor America Reports July Sales
Last update: 2:25 p.m. EDT Aug. 1, 2008
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug 01, 2008 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 40,703 for the month of July, a 6.5 percent decrease over the same period last year.
"Although Accent and Elantra sales continued their upward trend with increases of 96 percent and 31 percent respectively over the same period last year, we experienced an overall slow down for the month of July," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "We are encouraged going forward, however, due to the fact we have recently opened a new four-cylinder engine plant in Montgomery, Alabama, allowing us to shift our engine mix for future product. We also expect greater availability of our more-fuel efficient vehicles in the months to come and the demand for our new rear-wheel drive Genesis to continue to rise."
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 almost 800 dealerships nationwide.
Last update: 2:25 p.m. EDT Aug. 1, 2008
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug 01, 2008 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 40,703 for the month of July, a 6.5 percent decrease over the same period last year.
"Although Accent and Elantra sales continued their upward trend with increases of 96 percent and 31 percent respectively over the same period last year, we experienced an overall slow down for the month of July," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "We are encouraged going forward, however, due to the fact we have recently opened a new four-cylinder engine plant in Montgomery, Alabama, allowing us to shift our engine mix for future product. We also expect greater availability of our more-fuel efficient vehicles in the months to come and the demand for our new rear-wheel drive Genesis to continue to rise."
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 almost 800 dealerships nationwide.
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CARLINE JULY/2008 JULY/2007 CY2008 CY2007
ACCENT 6,740 3,435 34,924 22,361
SONATA 11,409 14,802 77,336 82,460
ELANTRA 10,454 7,982 72,432 57,914
TIBURON 1,102 1,573 6,069 8,968
SANTA FE 6,868 7,567 44,278 51,939
AZERA 808 1,407 12,251 13,946
TUCSON 1,521 3,452 13,268 23,802
ENTOURAGE 482 1,544 3,514 13,490
VERACRUZ 700 1,749 7,048 5,226
GENESIS 619 0 649 0
TOTAL 40,703 43,511 271,769 280,106
08-01-08, 12:15 PM
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Wow, LS vs. S-Class, first time I remember seeing the S-Class ahead by about 110 units. The LS still leads the S-Class for the year however. Lexus could use some new models and perhaps more engine selections for this tough environment...
08-01-08, 12:29 PM
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Before it gets overlooked, kudos to Caddy. The CTS is looking like they hit one out of the park. Good for them. It won't save the General but still, good for them.
08-01-08, 01:18 PM
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They were supply constrained.
Oh wait, that was TRD's response to Toyota's sales being down...
J/K
edit: on a serious note, some dealers (not just Toyota/Honda/etc.) are in fact out of cars - a friend of mine is looking to pick up an 08 TL and there is only one left at the dealer with no new ones on the way till the new 09s show up.
Oh wait, that was TRD's response to Toyota's sales being down...
J/K
edit: on a serious note, some dealers (not just Toyota/Honda/etc.) are in fact out of cars - a friend of mine is looking to pick up an 08 TL and there is only one left at the dealer with no new ones on the way till the new 09s show up.
08-01-08, 02:34 PM
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With sales down so much, now seems to be an excellent time to buy...especially SUVs.....hmmmm
08-01-08, 02:46 PM
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BMW Group Reports July Sales
BMW Group US sales (BMW and MINI combined) up 2.2 percent in July.
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S.
(BMW and MINI combined) reported July sales of 28,977 vehicles, an increase
of 2.2 percent over the 28,364 vehicles sold in July 2007. The BMW Group
also reported its year-to-date sales volume of 186,890 vehicles, down 3.0
percent compared to 192,702 vehicles in the same period of 2007.
BMW Brand Sales
Sales of BMW brand vehicles dropped slightly by 1.6 percent to 23,914
compared to 24,295 units in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date BMW
brand sales are down 8 percent to 155,427 vehicles, compared to 168,874
vehicles sold in first seven months of 2007.
"While we see the premium segment being affected by the same economic
conditions as the mainstream market, there continue to be less dramatic
consequences in this segment," said Jim O'Donnell, President of BMW of
North America, LLC, commenting on BMW brand sales. "Buyers of our vehicles
are still shopping and purchasing but are even more discerning to choose
for long-term quality and value. In light of our corporate results
announced today, we are going to strengthen our focus on profitability over
the next 12 to 18 months by keeping the supply of vehicles in close
alignment with demand, which in turn increases our pricing flexibility and
brand value. Actions we are already taking include shifting our customer
programs in our dealerships to achieve a more equitable balance of retail
financing to leasing, further emphasizing the benefits of our four-year
free maintenance program, and further developing our Certified Pre-Owned
business to aid residual values."
BMW Automobile Sales
BMW's automobile sales are up 0.9 percent in July to 19,261 versus
19,083 in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date sales are down 7.3
percent, to 122,783 automobiles compared to 132,478 in the same period of
2007.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Sales
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles decreased by 10.7 percent in July
to 4,653 vehicles versus 5,212 sold last July. Year-to-date, sales of BMW
Sports Activity Vehicles are down 10.3 percent, to 32,644 vehicles compared
to the 36,396 sold in the first seven months of 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
In July MINI USA reported sales of 5,063 automobiles, a strong increase
of 24.4 percent, from the 4,069 cars sold in July 2007. Year-to-date, the
division reports sales of 31,463 automobiles, an increase of 32 percent,
compared to the 23,828 cars reported in the first seven months of 2007.
"Again this month, we continue to watch a very large movement from
larger to smaller vehicles. From the increased traffic in our dealerships,
we are seeing desires to downsize but not downscale," said Jim McDowell,
Vice-President MINI USA. "Over the last month, our MINI sales have also
seen on average $4-5,000 of options in a typical sale. Therefore, at least
in the premium end of the small car market, small size is not equating to
small dollar sales."
BMW Certified Pre-Owned
Sales of BMW's Certified Pre-Owned vehicles reached its best July ever.
Sales are up 11.4 percent, to 7,998 vehicles versus 7,178 vehicles reported
last July. Year-to-date, CPO sales are up 21 percent, to 59,984 over the
49,562 reported in the same period in 2007.
SOURCE BMW of North America, LLC
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S.
(BMW and MINI combined) reported July sales of 28,977 vehicles, an increase
of 2.2 percent over the 28,364 vehicles sold in July 2007. The BMW Group
also reported its year-to-date sales volume of 186,890 vehicles, down 3.0
percent compared to 192,702 vehicles in the same period of 2007.
BMW Brand Sales
Sales of BMW brand vehicles dropped slightly by 1.6 percent to 23,914
compared to 24,295 units in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date BMW
brand sales are down 8 percent to 155,427 vehicles, compared to 168,874
vehicles sold in first seven months of 2007.
"While we see the premium segment being affected by the same economic
conditions as the mainstream market, there continue to be less dramatic
consequences in this segment," said Jim O'Donnell, President of BMW of
North America, LLC, commenting on BMW brand sales. "Buyers of our vehicles
are still shopping and purchasing but are even more discerning to choose
for long-term quality and value. In light of our corporate results
announced today, we are going to strengthen our focus on profitability over
the next 12 to 18 months by keeping the supply of vehicles in close
alignment with demand, which in turn increases our pricing flexibility and
brand value. Actions we are already taking include shifting our customer
programs in our dealerships to achieve a more equitable balance of retail
financing to leasing, further emphasizing the benefits of our four-year
free maintenance program, and further developing our Certified Pre-Owned
business to aid residual values."
BMW Automobile Sales
BMW's automobile sales are up 0.9 percent in July to 19,261 versus
19,083 in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date sales are down 7.3
percent, to 122,783 automobiles compared to 132,478 in the same period of
2007.
BMW Sports Activity Vehicle Sales
Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles decreased by 10.7 percent in July
to 4,653 vehicles versus 5,212 sold last July. Year-to-date, sales of BMW
Sports Activity Vehicles are down 10.3 percent, to 32,644 vehicles compared
to the 36,396 sold in the first seven months of 2007.
MINI Brand Sales
In July MINI USA reported sales of 5,063 automobiles, a strong increase
of 24.4 percent, from the 4,069 cars sold in July 2007. Year-to-date, the
division reports sales of 31,463 automobiles, an increase of 32 percent,
compared to the 23,828 cars reported in the first seven months of 2007.
"Again this month, we continue to watch a very large movement from
larger to smaller vehicles. From the increased traffic in our dealerships,
we are seeing desires to downsize but not downscale," said Jim McDowell,
Vice-President MINI USA. "Over the last month, our MINI sales have also
seen on average $4-5,000 of options in a typical sale. Therefore, at least
in the premium end of the small car market, small size is not equating to
small dollar sales."
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Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, July 2008
July July % YTD YTD %
2008 2007 2008 2007
BMW brand 23,914 24,295 -1.6 155,427 168,874 -8.0
BMW passenger cars 19,261 19,083 0.9 122,783 132,478 -7.3
BMW light trucks
(SAVs) 4,653 5,212 -10.7 32,644 36,396 -10.3
MINI brand 5,063 4,069 24.4 31,463 23,828 32.0
TOTAL Group 28,977 28,364 2.2 186,890 192,702 -3.0
Sales of BMW's Certified Pre-Owned vehicles reached its best July ever.
Sales are up 11.4 percent, to 7,998 vehicles versus 7,178 vehicles reported
last July. Year-to-date, CPO sales are up 21 percent, to 59,984 over the
49,562 reported in the same period in 2007.
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Sales BMW of North America, LLC, July 2008
YTD YTD
July 08 July 07 % July 08 July 07 %
1 Series 1,326 0 7,427.00 0
3 Series 11,303 11,568 -2.3% 71,211 84,571 -15.8%
Z4 Roadster and Coupe 459 844 -45.6% 4,116 5,420 -24.1%
5 Series 4,525 4,859 -6.9% 27,621 28,667 -3.6%
6 Series 642 723 -11.2% 4,218 5,190 -18.7%
7 Series 1,006 1,089 -7.6% 8,190 8,630 -5.1%
BMW passenger cars 19,261 19,083 0.9% 122,783 132,478 -7.3%
X3 1,646 2,900 -43.2% 11,257 16,926 -33.5%
X5 2,597 2,312 12.3% 18,967 19,470 -2.6%
X6 410 0 2,420 0
BMW light trucks (SAVs) 4,653 5,212 -10.7% 32,644 36,396 -10.3%
BMW brand 23,914 24,295 -1.6% 155,427 168,874 -8.0%
Cooper /S Hardtop 3,261 3,161 3.2% 21,335 19,016 12.2%
Cooper /S Convertible 588 908 -35.2% 4,040 4,812 -16.0%
Cooper /S Clubman 1,214 0 6,088 0
MINI brand 5,063 4,069 24.4% 31,463 23,828 32.0%
TOTAL BMW of North
America, LLC 28,977 28,364 2.2% 186,890 192,702 -3.0%
08-01-08, 02:50 PM
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Chrysler LLC Reports July 2008 U.S. Sales
- Chrysler Town & Country up 24 percent in July; drives total minivan sales
5 percent higher; considered fuel-efficient alternative
- Fuel-efficient Jeep(R) Patriot is a true success in the market
- Dodge Ram performance improves versus previous month's sales
- Dodge Avenger sedan continues strong performance
- All-new Dodge Challenger SRT8(R) hits the streets with excitement
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC today reported
total July 2008 U.S. sales of 98,109 units, which is 29 percent below the
same period last year. Total July sales reflect a continued contraction of
the market of pickup trucks and SUV sales and reductions in fleet sales.
The company's recently completed 'Let's Refuel America $2.99 Gas Guarantee'
promotion boosted showroom traffic and helped sales of Chrysler's newest
highly fuel-efficient vehicles throughout the three-month program period.
All sales figures are reported as unadjusted.
"We are writing a new chapter in the auto industry story as customers,
dealers and companies adjust to a changing environment," Jim Press,
Chrysler LLC Vice Chairman and President, said. "There are many changes
taking place that give us at the new Chrysler cause for optimism. In the
short term, our 2009 model year vehicles with value packages will soon be
arriving in dealerships, and our August incentive packages are the best
deals of the year, helping to make owning as affordable as leasing. Within
the product lineup, our leadership in minivans is well-timed as consumers
look for fuel-efficient alternatives to larger SUVs. Two new fuel-saving
hybrid SUVs, the Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen, will be soon hitting the
streets. The Dodge Journey and Jeep Patriot are gaining more customers on
the appeal of fuel efficiency and affordability. And the success of cars
like the Dodge Avenger, Charger and Challenger shows that customers still
want their cars to stand out from the crowd. Lastly, this fall we come to
market with our best new pickup truck ever -- the 2009 Dodge Ram."
July Highlights
The Chrysler Town & Country posted a 24 percent increase with 8,070
sales versus July 2007 sales of 6,513 units. With room for seven
passengers, and the industry-exclusive Swivel 'n Go(TM) seating system, the
Chrysler Town & Country could be considered as a fuel-efficient alternative
to a full-sized SUV. Town & Country sales in July helped drive total
minivan sales up 5 percent. Total long-wheel-base minivan retail sales
increased 21 percent in July.
The Jeep(R) Patriot continues to gain traction in the market, offering
excellent fuel economy, interior flexibility and utility at a great value.
Total sales of 3,451 were up 4 percent versus last year due to consumer
interest in the company's most fuel-efficient vehicles. Additionally, Jeep
Patriot 2008 year-to-date sales increased 119 percent, with 40,135 total
sales when compared with July 2007 year-to-date sales of 18,286 units.
Response to sales promotions of the Dodge Ram helped lesson the impact
of slow pickup truck demand. Dodge Ram pickup sales were down 27 percent
(21,328 units) versus 2007 sales of 29,312, but sales increased 32 percent
when compared with June 2008 sales of 16,149 units.
The Dodge Avenger sedan continued with good performance with 4,318
units sold, up 2 percent when compared with July 2007 sales of 4,213.
The highly anticipated all-new Dodge Challenger SRT8(R) hit the streets
in July with excitement and solid sales results (2,895 units sold). The
return of the iconic Dodge Challenger combines unmistakable design cues
reminiscent of the original Challenger with world-class performance making
it the hottest vehicle on the streets this summer. In total, 3,990 Dodge
Challengers have been delivered to customers.
The Company finished the month with 409,331 units of inventory, or a
108-day supply. As part of a planned reduction in manufacturing and
capacity, inventory is down 12 percent compared with July 2007 when it
totaled 464,875 units.
SOURCE Chrysler LLC
5 percent higher; considered fuel-efficient alternative
- Fuel-efficient Jeep(R) Patriot is a true success in the market
- Dodge Ram performance improves versus previous month's sales
- Dodge Avenger sedan continues strong performance
- All-new Dodge Challenger SRT8(R) hits the streets with excitement
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC today reported
total July 2008 U.S. sales of 98,109 units, which is 29 percent below the
same period last year. Total July sales reflect a continued contraction of
the market of pickup trucks and SUV sales and reductions in fleet sales.
The company's recently completed 'Let's Refuel America $2.99 Gas Guarantee'
promotion boosted showroom traffic and helped sales of Chrysler's newest
highly fuel-efficient vehicles throughout the three-month program period.
All sales figures are reported as unadjusted.
"We are writing a new chapter in the auto industry story as customers,
dealers and companies adjust to a changing environment," Jim Press,
Chrysler LLC Vice Chairman and President, said. "There are many changes
taking place that give us at the new Chrysler cause for optimism. In the
short term, our 2009 model year vehicles with value packages will soon be
arriving in dealerships, and our August incentive packages are the best
deals of the year, helping to make owning as affordable as leasing. Within
the product lineup, our leadership in minivans is well-timed as consumers
look for fuel-efficient alternatives to larger SUVs. Two new fuel-saving
hybrid SUVs, the Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen, will be soon hitting the
streets. The Dodge Journey and Jeep Patriot are gaining more customers on
the appeal of fuel efficiency and affordability. And the success of cars
like the Dodge Avenger, Charger and Challenger shows that customers still
want their cars to stand out from the crowd. Lastly, this fall we come to
market with our best new pickup truck ever -- the 2009 Dodge Ram."
July Highlights
The Chrysler Town & Country posted a 24 percent increase with 8,070
sales versus July 2007 sales of 6,513 units. With room for seven
passengers, and the industry-exclusive Swivel 'n Go(TM) seating system, the
Chrysler Town & Country could be considered as a fuel-efficient alternative
to a full-sized SUV. Town & Country sales in July helped drive total
minivan sales up 5 percent. Total long-wheel-base minivan retail sales
increased 21 percent in July.
The Jeep(R) Patriot continues to gain traction in the market, offering
excellent fuel economy, interior flexibility and utility at a great value.
Total sales of 3,451 were up 4 percent versus last year due to consumer
interest in the company's most fuel-efficient vehicles. Additionally, Jeep
Patriot 2008 year-to-date sales increased 119 percent, with 40,135 total
sales when compared with July 2007 year-to-date sales of 18,286 units.
Response to sales promotions of the Dodge Ram helped lesson the impact
of slow pickup truck demand. Dodge Ram pickup sales were down 27 percent
(21,328 units) versus 2007 sales of 29,312, but sales increased 32 percent
when compared with June 2008 sales of 16,149 units.
The Dodge Avenger sedan continued with good performance with 4,318
units sold, up 2 percent when compared with July 2007 sales of 4,213.
The highly anticipated all-new Dodge Challenger SRT8(R) hit the streets
in July with excitement and solid sales results (2,895 units sold). The
return of the iconic Dodge Challenger combines unmistakable design cues
reminiscent of the original Challenger with world-class performance making
it the hottest vehicle on the streets this summer. In total, 3,990 Dodge
Challengers have been delivered to customers.
The Company finished the month with 409,331 units of inventory, or a
108-day supply. As part of a planned reduction in manufacturing and
capacity, inventory is down 12 percent compared with July 2007 when it
totaled 464,875 units.
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Chrysler LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru July 2008
Month Sales Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 3,816 5,515 -31%
300 3,818 9,009 -58%
Crossfire 197 1,165 -83%
PT Cruiser 3,297 7,113 -54%
Aspen 1,213 2,216 -45%
Pacifica 447 3,100 -86%
Town & Country 8,070 6,513 24%
CHRYSLER BRAND 20,858 34,631 -40%
Compass 1,401 2,591 -46%
Patriot 3,451 3,317 4%
Wrangler 6,093 8,829 -31%
Liberty 3,766 6,534 -42%
Grand Cherokee 5,239 10,101 -48%
Commander 2,755 5,983 -54%
JEEP BRAND 22,705 37,355 -39%
Caliber 4,807 5,305 -9%
Avenger 4,318 4,213 2%
Charger 5,475 6,407 -15%
Challenger 2,895 0 0%
Viper 88 74 19%
Magnum 345 1,639 -79%
Dakota 2,593 3,413 -24%
Ram P/U 21,328 29,312 -27%
Journey 3,449 0 0%
Caravan 6,115 6,945 -12%
Durango 384 2,472 -84%
Nitro 1,651 4,602 -64%
Sprinter 1,098 1,360 -19%
DODGE BRAND 54,546 65,742 -17%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 98,109 137,728 -29%
TOTAL CAR 25,839 34,680 -25%
TOTAL TRUCK 72,270 103,048 -30%
Chrysler LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru July 2008
Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Sebring 51,838 54,561 -5%
300 43,832 72,004 -39%
Crossfire 1,291 7,417 -83%
PT Cruiser 36,127 60,305 -40%
Aspen 14,446 14,994 -4%
Pacifica 4,642 35,463 -87%
Town & Country 75,876 81,615 -7%
CHRYSLER BRAND 228,052 326,359 -30%
Compass 19,794 24,796 -20%
Patriot 40,135 18,286 119%
Wrangler 52,536 74,480 -29%
Liberty 44,676 56,648 -21%
Grand Cherokee 48,032 70,562 -32%
Commander 19,068 39,725 -52%
JEEP BRAND 224,241 284,497 -21%
Caliber 63,918 64,684 -1%
Avenger 45,771 44,841 2%
Charger 64,000 72,379 -12%
Challenger 3,990 0 0%
Viper 682 323 111%
Magnum 6,594 17,627 -63%
Dakota 19,972 32,568 -39%
Ram P/U 150,272 214,569 -30%
Journey 26,180 0 0%
Caravan 81,920 110,507 -26%
Durango 15,293 31,377 -51%
Nitro 25,549 41,814 -39%
Sprinter 9,501 7,798 22%
DODGE BRAND 513,642 639,965 -20%
TOTAL CHRYSLER LLC 965,935 1,250,821 -23%
TOTAL CAR 282,986 343,887 -18%
TOTAL TRUCK 682,949 906,934 -25%
08-01-08, 02:52 PM
#40
Super Moderator
Kia Motors America Announces Record July Sales
IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today
announced its best July ever with record sales of 28,021 units, an increase
of 5.0 percent over the same period last year, and year-to-date sales of
185,640 units, an increase of 2.5 percent over the same period last year.
Sportage had its best month of the year with 4,035 units, a 6.2 percent
increase over the same period last year, while Spectra had strong sales of
5,910 units. Rio and Optima both had increases of 22.1 percent and 49.1
percent respectively over the same period last year with 3,707 and 6,258
units sold.
"For the fourth month in a row Kia has achieved record sales, something
rare for the auto industry in 2008," said Byung Mo Ahn, group president and
CEO of KMA and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG). "During this
difficult economic time, consumers are looking for quality vehicles that
are fuel efficient and offer great value -- for this they are heading to
Kia dealerships."
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
announced its best July ever with record sales of 28,021 units, an increase
of 5.0 percent over the same period last year, and year-to-date sales of
185,640 units, an increase of 2.5 percent over the same period last year.
Sportage had its best month of the year with 4,035 units, a 6.2 percent
increase over the same period last year, while Spectra had strong sales of
5,910 units. Rio and Optima both had increases of 22.1 percent and 49.1
percent respectively over the same period last year with 3,707 and 6,258
units sold.
"For the fourth month in a row Kia has achieved record sales, something
rare for the auto industry in 2008," said Byung Mo Ahn, group president and
CEO of KMA and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG). "During this
difficult economic time, consumers are looking for quality vehicles that
are fuel efficient and offer great value -- for this they are heading to
Kia dealerships."
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
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MONTH OF JULY YEAR-TO-DATE
Model 2008 2007 2008 2007
Rio 3,707 3,035 24,668 19,275
Spectra 5,910 5,773 48,867 42,927
Optima 6,258 4,196 35,066 24,977
Amanti 339 248 2,429 4,588
Sportage 4,035 3,801 23,287 27,958
Sorento 3,175 4,342 14,432 22,881
Sedona 2,004 3,073 18,324 26,258
Rondo 2,556 2,222 18,530 12,218
Borrego 37 n/a 37 n/a
Total 28,021 26,690 185,640 181,082
08-01-08, 02:53 PM
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Mitsubishi Motors Reports July Sales
CYPRESS, Calif., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors today
announced total July 2008 sales of 9,644.
-- Galant sales were 2,286, up 30.6 percent compared to July 2007.
Calendar year-to-date Galant sales are 3.4 percent ahead of
January-July 2007.
-- Last month was the best July for Galant sales in three years.
-- Eclipse coupe sales were 1,910, up 35.6 percent compared to July 2007.
-- Endeavor mid-size SUV sales were 764, up 22.6 percent compared to
July 2007.
-- Lancer Evolution sales were 357, up 141.2 percent compared to
July 2007, and up 7.9 percent calendar-year-to-date.
-- Total Mitsubishi car sales for July were 7,527, up 8.6 percent.
Consistent with the industry trend for the month, total sales of all
Mitsubishi vehicles were off 6.8 percent compared to July 2007, but
were up 28.7 percent compared to last month (June 2008).
SOURCE Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
announced total July 2008 sales of 9,644.
-- Galant sales were 2,286, up 30.6 percent compared to July 2007.
Calendar year-to-date Galant sales are 3.4 percent ahead of
January-July 2007.
-- Last month was the best July for Galant sales in three years.
-- Eclipse coupe sales were 1,910, up 35.6 percent compared to July 2007.
-- Endeavor mid-size SUV sales were 764, up 22.6 percent compared to
July 2007.
-- Lancer Evolution sales were 357, up 141.2 percent compared to
July 2007, and up 7.9 percent calendar-year-to-date.
-- Total Mitsubishi car sales for July were 7,527, up 8.6 percent.
Consistent with the industry trend for the month, total sales of all
Mitsubishi vehicles were off 6.8 percent compared to July 2007, but
were up 28.7 percent compared to last month (June 2008).
SOURCE Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
08-01-08, 02:55 PM
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08-01-08, 03:11 PM
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If we go by the last generation of both the S-class & the LS, it was 7 years for the S-class & 6 years for the LS, & the current S-class was launched only half a year earlier in N.America than the current LS, so ......
08-01-08, 03:52 PM
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You're right, I should have looked a bit more. Just seems like the S class has been out for a longer period of time even though I think it actually looks fresher. If MB keeps the sales lead, they will simply be better positioned to continue with the more expensive current S. The new 7 should make life a bit more complicated for both of them.
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They were supply constrained.
Oh wait, that was TRD's response to Toyota's sales being down...
J/K
edit: on a serious note, some dealers (not just Toyota/Honda/etc.) are in fact out of cars - a friend of mine is looking to pick up an 08 TL and there is only one left at the dealer with no new ones on the way till the new 09s show up.
Oh wait, that was TRD's response to Toyota's sales being down...
J/K
edit: on a serious note, some dealers (not just Toyota/Honda/etc.) are in fact out of cars - a friend of mine is looking to pick up an 08 TL and there is only one left at the dealer with no new ones on the way till the new 09s show up.