November 2008 Auto Sales Thread
12-02-08, 07:17 AM
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November 2008 Auto Sales Thread
Andrew must be busy so I'll be happy to start this off. If you want to help and post sales from carmakers, please do so.
Google something like "December 2008 (x auto brand) sales or go to automakers websites and their monthly figures should be up.
Thanks!!
Google something like "December 2008 (x auto brand) sales or go to automakers websites and their monthly figures should be up.
Thanks!!
12-02-08, 07:24 AM
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http://www.upi.com/Business_News/200...1081228130414/
TOKYO, Dec. 1 (UPI) -- Japan's November domestic auto sales, hit by the recession, fell 27.3 percent to 215,783 units from year-ago levels, the industry group said Monday.
It was the fourth consecutive month of decline and the lowest for any November in 39 years, the Japan Automobile Dealers Association said.
November sales of new passenger cars fell 27.9 percent to 186,554 units and those of trucks were off 23.8 percent to 28,338 units.
Sales of buses were up slightly to 891 units, for a total of 215,783, Kyodo news service reported.
TOKYO, Dec. 1 (UPI) -- Japan's November domestic auto sales, hit by the recession, fell 27.3 percent to 215,783 units from year-ago levels, the industry group said Monday.
It was the fourth consecutive month of decline and the lowest for any November in 39 years, the Japan Automobile Dealers Association said.
November sales of new passenger cars fell 27.9 percent to 186,554 units and those of trucks were off 23.8 percent to 28,338 units.
Sales of buses were up slightly to 891 units, for a total of 215,783, Kyodo news service reported.
12-02-08, 07:27 AM
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http://www.reuters.com/article/rbssC...52309920081201
Brazil's auto sales plunge in November - retailers
#1 FX Broker - Shares Mag 2007 BRASILIA, Dec 1 (Reuters) - Brazil's auto sales dove in November compared with the month and year earlier periods, showing the impact of the international financial crisis, the auto distributors federation Fenabrave said on Monday.
Auto sales fell to 177,906 units in the month, down 25 percent from a year ago and down 25.7 percent from October sales, Fenabrave said.
The figures are based on new car license registrations.
For the year through November sales are still up 18 percent with nearly 2.63 million units. Fenabrave still expects to end the year with record sales of 2.87 million vehicles.
Official figures for November from the auto manufacturers association Anfavea are expected in the coming days. (Reporting by Vanessa Stelzer; Translating by Reese Ewing)
© Thomson Reuters 2008 All rights reserved
Brazil's auto sales plunge in November - retailers
#1 FX Broker - Shares Mag 2007 BRASILIA, Dec 1 (Reuters) - Brazil's auto sales dove in November compared with the month and year earlier periods, showing the impact of the international financial crisis, the auto distributors federation Fenabrave said on Monday.
Auto sales fell to 177,906 units in the month, down 25 percent from a year ago and down 25.7 percent from October sales, Fenabrave said.
The figures are based on new car license registrations.
For the year through November sales are still up 18 percent with nearly 2.63 million units. Fenabrave still expects to end the year with record sales of 2.87 million vehicles.
Official figures for November from the auto manufacturers association Anfavea are expected in the coming days. (Reporting by Vanessa Stelzer; Translating by Reese Ewing)
© Thomson Reuters 2008 All rights reserved
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12-02-08, 08:31 AM
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Volkswagen reports november 2008 sales
Clean Diesel TDI sales strong, and Routan has best month ever
HERNDON, Va.— Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced November 2008 sales of 14,295 units, a 19.2 percent decrease over the November 2007 sales of 17,689 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales are 2.1 percent behind 2007 sales through November.
“This is the toughest economic environment we’ve seen in a long time and it presents a significant challenge” said Mark Barnes, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Nevertheless, our clean diesel TDI’s continued to sell very well even in this tough economy and represented 17 percent of our monthly sales. This is very promising for the Volkswagen Brand as we strive to continue to be the market leader in affordable clean diesel technology. We’re also pleased that our all-new seven passenger minivan, Routan, has posted its best month ever with sales of 1,324 units.” added Barnes.
HERNDON, Va.— Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced November 2008 sales of 14,295 units, a 19.2 percent decrease over the November 2007 sales of 17,689 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales are 2.1 percent behind 2007 sales through November.
“This is the toughest economic environment we’ve seen in a long time and it presents a significant challenge” said Mark Barnes, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Nevertheless, our clean diesel TDI’s continued to sell very well even in this tough economy and represented 17 percent of our monthly sales. This is very promising for the Volkswagen Brand as we strive to continue to be the market leader in affordable clean diesel technology. We’re also pleased that our all-new seven passenger minivan, Routan, has posted its best month ever with sales of 1,324 units.” added Barnes.
12-02-08, 09:14 AM
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Clean Diesel TDI sales strong, and Routan has best month ever
HERNDON, Va.— Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced November 2008 sales of 14,295 units, a 19.2 percent decrease over the November 2007 sales of 17,689 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales are 2.1 percent behind 2007 sales through November.
“This is the toughest economic environment we’ve seen in a long time and it presents a significant challenge” said Mark Barnes, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Nevertheless, our clean diesel TDI’s continued to sell very well even in this tough economy and represented 17 percent of our monthly sales. This is very promising for the Volkswagen Brand as we strive to continue to be the market leader in affordable clean diesel technology. We’re also pleased that our all-new seven passenger minivan, Routan, has posted its best month ever with sales of 1,324 units.” added Barnes.
HERNDON, Va.— Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced November 2008 sales of 14,295 units, a 19.2 percent decrease over the November 2007 sales of 17,689 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales are 2.1 percent behind 2007 sales through November.
“This is the toughest economic environment we’ve seen in a long time and it presents a significant challenge” said Mark Barnes, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Nevertheless, our clean diesel TDI’s continued to sell very well even in this tough economy and represented 17 percent of our monthly sales. This is very promising for the Volkswagen Brand as we strive to continue to be the market leader in affordable clean diesel technology. We’re also pleased that our all-new seven passenger minivan, Routan, has posted its best month ever with sales of 1,324 units.” added Barnes.
12-02-08, 09:29 AM
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Lexus/Toyota
Toyota Reports November Sales
TORRANCE, CA UNITED STATES
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported November sales of 130,307 vehicles, a decrease of 33.9 percent from last November, on a daily selling rate basis.
The Toyota Division posted November sales of 114,084 units, a decrease of 33.8 percent from last November. The Lexus Division reported November sales of 16,223 units, a decrease of 34.7 percent from the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded November sales of 68,013 units, down 31.1 percent from the same period last year. Passenger car sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid, which posted combined sales of 25,224 units. Camry Hybrid reported November sales of 2,174 units. Corolla recorded sales of 21,807 units. Yaris reported sales of 4,545 units for the month. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted November sales of 8,660 units.
Toyota Division light trucks posted November sales of 46,071 units, down 37.4 percent from November 2007. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV with November sales of 9,260 units. The Tacoma mid-size pickup reported sales of 8,648 units for the month. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 7,887 units. The Highlander Hybrid gas-electric mid- size SUV reported sales of 907 units. Sequoia posted sales of 1,873 units for the month, up 51.9 percent over the same period last year.
Scion posted November sales of 5,275 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 2,161 units. The tC sports coupe recorded sales of 1,728 units. The xD reported sales of 1,386 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported November sales of 8,941 units, a decrease of 40.0 percent from November 2007. Passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan with November sales of 4,116 units. The IS entry luxury sport sedan reported combined sales of 2,749 units. The LS flagship luxury sedan reported combined sales of 1,272 units. The GS luxury sport sedan reported combined November sales of 721 units.
Lexus Division light trucks recorded November sales of 7,282 units, down 26.9 percent from the year-ago month. Lexus sales were led by the RX luxury utility vehicle, which posted combined November sales of 5,850 units. The RX 400h hybrid luxury utility vehicle reported sales of 624 units for the month.
TMS Hybrids
TMS calendar-year-to-date hybrid sales totaled 229,204 units. TMS posted November sales of 12,444 hybrid vehicles. Toyota Division recorded sales of 11,741 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported November sales of 703 hybrids.
There were 25 selling days this month and last November.
SOURCE Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
TORRANCE, CA UNITED STATES
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported November sales of 130,307 vehicles, a decrease of 33.9 percent from last November, on a daily selling rate basis.
The Toyota Division posted November sales of 114,084 units, a decrease of 33.8 percent from last November. The Lexus Division reported November sales of 16,223 units, a decrease of 34.7 percent from the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded November sales of 68,013 units, down 31.1 percent from the same period last year. Passenger car sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid, which posted combined sales of 25,224 units. Camry Hybrid reported November sales of 2,174 units. Corolla recorded sales of 21,807 units. Yaris reported sales of 4,545 units for the month. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted November sales of 8,660 units.
Toyota Division light trucks posted November sales of 46,071 units, down 37.4 percent from November 2007. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV with November sales of 9,260 units. The Tacoma mid-size pickup reported sales of 8,648 units for the month. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 7,887 units. The Highlander Hybrid gas-electric mid- size SUV reported sales of 907 units. Sequoia posted sales of 1,873 units for the month, up 51.9 percent over the same period last year.
Scion posted November sales of 5,275 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 2,161 units. The tC sports coupe recorded sales of 1,728 units. The xD reported sales of 1,386 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars reported November sales of 8,941 units, a decrease of 40.0 percent from November 2007. Passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan with November sales of 4,116 units. The IS entry luxury sport sedan reported combined sales of 2,749 units. The LS flagship luxury sedan reported combined sales of 1,272 units. The GS luxury sport sedan reported combined November sales of 721 units.
Lexus Division light trucks recorded November sales of 7,282 units, down 26.9 percent from the year-ago month. Lexus sales were led by the RX luxury utility vehicle, which posted combined November sales of 5,850 units. The RX 400h hybrid luxury utility vehicle reported sales of 624 units for the month.
TMS Hybrids
TMS calendar-year-to-date hybrid sales totaled 229,204 units. TMS posted November sales of 12,444 hybrid vehicles. Toyota Division recorded sales of 11,741 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported November sales of 703 hybrids.
There were 25 selling days this month and last November.
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TOYOTA RETAIL SALES
(INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII)
November, 2008
----- CURRENT MONTH ----- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE --
DSR % DSR %
2008 2007 CHG 2008 2007 CHG
YARIS 4,545 5,448 -16.6 97,911 79,322 23.0
COROLLA 21,807 25,012 -12.8 328,878 342,808 -4.4
CAMRY 25,224 35,409 -28.8 411,342 434,277 -5.6
AVALON 2,502 6,523 -61.6 40,354 67,251 -40.2
PRIUS 8,660 16,737 -48.3 151,025 167,009 -9.9
SCION xA 0 20 -100.0 39 9,533 -99.6
SCION xB 2,161 3,842 -43.8 43,426 42,049 2.9
SCION tC 1,728 3,845 -55.1 39,632 60,345 -34.6
SCION xD 1,386 1,912 -27.5 26,680 9,310 185.6
TOTAL TOYOTA
DIV. PASS. CAR 68,013 98,749 -31.1 1,139,289 1,211,910 -6.3
ES 4,116 5,902 -30.3 58,899 74,862 -21.6
LS 1,272 2,668 -52.3 18,804 31,969 -41.4
SC 83 268 -69.0 1,870 3,579 -47.9
GS 721 2,205 -67.3 14,559 20,802 -30.3
IS 2,749 3,849 -28.6 45,893 49,282 -7.2
TOTAL LEXUS
PASS. CAR 8,941 14,892 -40.0 140,025 180,494 -22.7
TOTAL TOYOTA
PASS. CAR 76,954 113,641 -32.3 1,279,314 1,392,404 -8.4
SIENNA 6,153 10,290 -40.2 109,043 125,812 -13.6
RAV4 9,260 12,354 -25.0 128,225 158,936 -19.6
FJ CRUISER 2,147 3,699 -42.0 25,500 51,091 -50.3
4RUNNER 3,310 6,117 -45.9 44,171 80,297 -45.2
HIGHLANDER 7,887 12,312 -35.9 96,870 113,164 -14.7
LAND CRUISER 186 614 -69.7 3,574 2,603 36.8
SEQUOIA 1,873 1,233 51.9 28,294 20,706 36.2
TOTAL SUV 24,663 36,329 -32.1 326,634 426,797 -23.7
4X2 TACOMA 4,511 7,053 -36.0 75,484 94,838 -20.7
4X4 TACOMA 4,137 4,932 -16.1 60,478 65,111 -7.4
TOTAL TACOMA 8,648 11,985 -27.8 135,962 159,949 -15.3
TUNDRA 6,607 14,988 -55.9 128,058 177,336 -28.0
TOTAL PICKUP 15,255 26,973 -43.4 264,020 337,285 -22.0
TOTAL TOYOTA
DIV. LT TRUCK 46,071 73,592 -37.4 699,697 889,894 -21.7
LX 424 71 497.2 7,407 2,336 216.0
GX 1,008 1,847 -45.4 15,044 20,287 -26.1
RX 5,850 8,038 -27.2 74,249 91,505 -19.1
TOTAL LEXUS
LIGHT TRUCK 7,282 9,956 -26.9 96,700 114,128 -15.6
TOTAL TOYOTA
LIGHT TRUCK 53,353 83,548 -36.1 796,397 1,004,022 -21.0
TOTAL TOYOTA
DIV. 114,084 172,341 -33.8 1,838,986 2,101,804 -12.8
TOTAL LEXUS 16,223 24,848 -34.7 236,725 294,622 -19.9
TOTAL TOYOTA 130,307 197,189 -33.9 2,075,711 2,396,426 -13.7
MEMO:
DOM. COROLLA 16,365 24,999 -34.5 262,941 319,445 -18.0
DOM. CAMRY 24,781 34,507 -28.2 404,040 381,000 5.7
DOM. PICKUP 15,255 26,973 -43.4 264,020 337,285 -22.0
DOM. RX 5,000 5,433 -8.0 55,592 65,937 -16.0
SELLING DAYS 25 25 282 281
TOYOTA DIV.
IMPORT CAR 24,365 32,720 -25.5 431,954 444,214 -3.1
LEXUS IMPORT
CAR 8,941 14,892 -40.0 140,025 180,494 -22.7
TOYOTA DIV
NA BUILT CARS 43,648 66,029 -33.9 707,335 767,696 -8.2
TOTAL TOYOTA
CARS 76,954 113,641 -32.3 1,279,314 1,392,404 -8.4
TOYOTA DIV.
IMPORT LT TRUCK 22,790 35,096 -35.1 298,340 406,091 -26.8
LEXUS IMPORT
LT TRUCK 2,282 4,523 -49.5 41,108 48,191 -15.0
TOYOTA DIV NA
BUILT LT TRUCK 23,281 38,496 -39.5 401,357 483,803 -17.3
LEXUS NA BUILT
LT TRUCK 5,000 5,433 -8.0 55,592 65,937 -16.0
TOTAL TOYOTA
LT TRUCK 53,353 83,548 -36.1 796,397 1,004,022 -21.0
SPORT UTILITY
VEHICLES 29,798 42,586 -30.0 397,834 489,834 -19.1
Memo: Lexus
Sport Utility 7,282 9,956 -26.9 96,700 114,128 -15.6
SMALL VANS 6,153 10,290 -40.2 109,043 125,812 -13.6
PICKUPS 15,255 26,973 -43.4 264,020 337,285 -22.0
* NORTH AMERICAN
BUILT VEHICLES
COROLLA 16,365 24,999 -34.5 262,941 319,445 -18.0
CAMRY 24,781 34,507 -28.2 404,040 381,000 5.7
AVALON 2,502 6,523 -61.6 40,354 67,251 -40.2
SIENNA 6,153 10,290 -40.2 109,043 125,812 -13.6
PICKUP 15,255 26,973 -43.4 264,020 337,285 -22.0
SEQUOIA 1,873 1,233 51.9 28,294 20,706 36.2
RX 5,000 5,433 -8.0 55,592 65,937 -16.0
TOTAL 71,929 109,958 -34.6 1,164,284 1,317,436 -11.9
N.A. VEHICLES
% OF TOTAL 55.2% 55.8% 56.1% 55.0%
SELLING DAYS 25 25 282 281
DSR = DAILY SELLING RATE
12-02-08, 09:31 AM
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Ford
Ford Share Increases for Second Straight Month
- Ford market share higher than a year ago for the second month in a row; Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 118,818, down 30 percent versus November 2007
- F-Series sales totaled 37,911 including nearly 5,000 all-new 2009 model F-150s
- Ford announces first quarter 2008 North American production plan
DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury outpaced industry-wide November sales, thanks largely to F-Series truck sales, and grew its retail and total market share for the second straight month.
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers reported total sales of 118,818 in November, down 30 percent versus a year ago, while industry-wide auto sales in November were down an estimated 35 percent as the weakening economy continues to take a toll on consumer confidence and spending.
"The economy continues to weaken and auto sales reflect this reality," said Jim Farley, Ford group vice president, Marketing and Communications. "At Ford, we are focused on executing our plan. In 2009 and 2010, we'll launch an unprecedented number of new vehicles, and every product will offer consumers the best or among the best fuel economy in its class."
In recent weeks, Ford has received significant endorsements from independent third parties for its quality and safety. Ford's initial vehicle quality is now on par with Toyota and Honda, and Ford now has more 5-star vehicles and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) "Top Safety Picks" than any other company in the industry.
November marked the official introduction of the all-new F-150. F-Series sales totaled 37,911 including nearly 5,000 all-new 2009 model F-150s. Ford's F-Series has been America's No. 1-selling truck for 31 years in a row, and the new F-150 is designed and engineered to further raise the bar in the light- duty pickup market.
The 2009 model Ford F-150 has class-leading capability with 11,300 pounds towing and 3,030 pounds payload and unsurpassed fuel economy of 21 mpg highway with the SFE package, which is available on F-150's highest-volume XL and XLT series.
The new 2009 F-150 also earned the IIHS's "Top Safety Pick" award, the Texas Auto Writers Association's "Truck of Texas" top honor and is projected to have the best residual value of full-size light-duty pickups according to the Automotive Leasing Guide.
North American Production
The company plans to produce 430,000 vehicles in the first quarter of 2009. During the first quarter of 2008, the company produced 692,000 vehicles. The fourth quarter 2008 production plan is unchanged from the previously announced plan of 430,000 vehicles.
"We believe the economy will continue to weaken in 2009," said Farley. "Our near-term production plan reflects this view, as we continue to align capacity with customer demand."
Note: The sales data included in this release and the accompanying tables are based largely on data reported by dealers representing their sales to retail and fleet customers.
SOURCE Ford Motor Company
- Ford market share higher than a year ago for the second month in a row; Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 118,818, down 30 percent versus November 2007
- F-Series sales totaled 37,911 including nearly 5,000 all-new 2009 model F-150s
- Ford announces first quarter 2008 North American production plan
DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury outpaced industry-wide November sales, thanks largely to F-Series truck sales, and grew its retail and total market share for the second straight month.
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers reported total sales of 118,818 in November, down 30 percent versus a year ago, while industry-wide auto sales in November were down an estimated 35 percent as the weakening economy continues to take a toll on consumer confidence and spending.
"The economy continues to weaken and auto sales reflect this reality," said Jim Farley, Ford group vice president, Marketing and Communications. "At Ford, we are focused on executing our plan. In 2009 and 2010, we'll launch an unprecedented number of new vehicles, and every product will offer consumers the best or among the best fuel economy in its class."
In recent weeks, Ford has received significant endorsements from independent third parties for its quality and safety. Ford's initial vehicle quality is now on par with Toyota and Honda, and Ford now has more 5-star vehicles and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) "Top Safety Picks" than any other company in the industry.
November marked the official introduction of the all-new F-150. F-Series sales totaled 37,911 including nearly 5,000 all-new 2009 model F-150s. Ford's F-Series has been America's No. 1-selling truck for 31 years in a row, and the new F-150 is designed and engineered to further raise the bar in the light- duty pickup market.
The 2009 model Ford F-150 has class-leading capability with 11,300 pounds towing and 3,030 pounds payload and unsurpassed fuel economy of 21 mpg highway with the SFE package, which is available on F-150's highest-volume XL and XLT series.
The new 2009 F-150 also earned the IIHS's "Top Safety Pick" award, the Texas Auto Writers Association's "Truck of Texas" top honor and is projected to have the best residual value of full-size light-duty pickups according to the Automotive Leasing Guide.
North American Production
The company plans to produce 430,000 vehicles in the first quarter of 2009. During the first quarter of 2008, the company produced 692,000 vehicles. The fourth quarter 2008 production plan is unchanged from the previously announced plan of 430,000 vehicles.
"We believe the economy will continue to weaken in 2009," said Farley. "Our near-term production plan reflects this view, as we continue to align capacity with customer demand."
Note: The sales data included in this release and the accompanying tables are based largely on data reported by dealers representing their sales to retail and fleet customers.
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FORD MOTOR COMPANY NOVEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
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November % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Sales By Brand
Ford 103,055 147,310 -30.0 1,571,543 1,927,596 -18.5
Lincoln 8,019 8,744 -8.3 98,242 121,422 -19.1
Mercury 7,744 13,204 -41.4 111,375 155,791 -28.5
----- ------ ------ -------
Total Ford,
Lincoln and
Mercury 118,818 169,258 -29.8 1,781,160 2,204,809 -19.2
Volvo 4,404 8,227 -46.5 68,149 96,872 -29.7
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Ford
Motor Company 123,222 177,485 -30.6 1,849,309 2,301,681 -19.7
Ford, Lincoln and
Mercury Sales By
Type
Cars 37,272 54,439 -31.5 628,878 698,252 -9.9
Crossover Utility
Vehicles 22,016 33,271 -33.8 340,471 372,747 -8.7
Sport Utility
Vehicles 10,586 17,575 -39.8 148,084 253,389 -41.6
Trucks and Vans 48,944 63,973 -23.5 663,727 880,421 -24.6
------ ------ ------- -------
Total Trucks 81,546 114,819 -29.0 1,152,282 1,506,557 -23.5
------ ------- --------- ---------
Total Vehicles 118,818 169,258 -29.8 1,781,160 2,204,809 -19.2
FORD BRAND NOVEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
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November % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Crown Victoria 2,934 5,170 -43.2 45,550 56,456 -19.3
Taurus 3,040 3,895 -22.0 49,207 61,770 -20.3
Fusion 8,914 12,278 -27.4 137,295 136,007 0.9
Focus 8,194 13,213 -38.0 184,152 159,190 15.7
Mustang 3,667 7,352 -50.1 87,224 126,311 -30.9
GT 0 0 NA 0 231 -100.0
- - - ---
Ford Cars 26,749 41,908 -36.2 503,428 539,965 -6.8
Flex 2,203 0 NA 11,772 0 NA
Edge 5,080 12,594 -59.7 104,861 116,403 -9.9
Escape 10,019 12,383 -19.1 145,577 152,294 -4.4
Taurus X 1,234 2,728 -54.8 22,141 37,343 -40.7
----- ----- ------ ------
Ford Crossover
Utility Vehicles 18,536 27,705 -33.1 284,351 306,040 -7.1
Expedition 4,371 5,627 -22.3 51,290 82,771 -38.0
Explorer 4,763 8,609 -44.7 73,093 126,930 -42.4
----- ----- ------ -------
Ford Sport Utility
Vehicles 9,134 14,236 -35.8 124,383 209,701 -40.7
F-Series 37,911 46,568 -18.6 473,933 635,520 -25.4
Ranger 3,311 4,938 -32.9 62,017 67,147 -7.6
Econoline/Club
Wagon 6,915 11,100 -37.7 116,763 153,876 -24.1
Freestar 0 0 NA 0 2,390 -100.0
Low Cab Forward 34 151 -77.5 809 2,573 -68.6
Heavy Trucks 465 704 -33.9 5,859 10,384 -43.6
--- --- ----- ------
Ford Trucks
and Vans 48,636 63,461 -23.4 659,381 871,890 -24.4
------ ------ ------- -------
Ford Brand 103,055 147,310 -30.0 1,571,543 1,927,596 -18.5
LINCOLN BRAND NOVEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
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November % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
MKS 1,958 0 NA 10,882 0 NA
MKZ 1,805 2,712 -33.4 28,028 31,190 -10.1
Town Car 1,454 488 198.0 14,285 26,545 -46.2
MKX 1,526 3,360 -54.6 26,962 34,097 -20.9
Navigator 968 1,672 -42.1 13,739 21,759 -36.9
Mark LT 308 512 -39.8 4,346 7,831 -44.5
--- --- ----- -----
Lincoln Brand 8,019 8,744 -8.3 98,242 121,422 -19.1
MERCURY BRAND NOVEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
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November % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Grand Marquis 2,437 4,702 -48.2 27,495 46,577 -41.0
Sable 1,230 1,180 4.2 15,586 19,663 -20.7
Milan 1,639 3,449 -52.5 29,174 34,312 -15.0
Mariner 1,954 2,206 -11.4 29,158 32,610 -10.6
Mountaineer 484 1,667 -71.0 9,962 21,929 -54.6
Monterey 0 0 NA 0 700 -100.0
- - - ---
Mercury Brand 7,744 13,204 -41.4 111,375 155,791 -28.5
VOLVO BRAND NOVEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
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November % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
S40 622 1,239 -49.8 9,260 16,997 -45.5
V50 166 239 -30.5 1,723 2,665 -35.3
S60 431 1,575 -72.6 8,700 17,043 -49.0
S80 844 764 10.5 10,079 11,614 -13.2
V70 191 326 -41.4 3,003 3,428 -12.4
XC70 504 1,153 -56.3 8,708 11,179 -22.1
XC90 1,145 2,244 -49.0 17,338 27,993 -38.1
C70 216 298 -27.5 5,358 4,220 27.0
C30 285 389 -26.7 3,980 1,733 129.7
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Volvo Brand 4,404 8,227 -46.5 68,149 96,872 -29.7
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12-02-08, 10:19 AM
#8
Super Moderator
Acura Announces November Sales Results
All-New TL Is Sales Leader for Acura
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- In its second full month of sales, the all-new 2009 TL performance luxury sedan remained Acura's sales leader for November with 3,160 vehicles sold. Acura sales for November were 7,888, down 38.9 percent* versus 2007, while year-to-date** sales for the luxury nameplate totaled 133,824 units, down 17.9 percent.
The all-new 2009 TSX sports sedan recorded sales of 1,712 for the month, with year-to-date sales reaching 29,694 units. The MDX luxury SUV was Acura's best-selling light truck, with sales of 2,101, while the RDX crossover SUV tallied 681 units.
*The daily selling rate is calculated with 25 selling days for November 2008 and 25 selling days for November 2007.
**Year-to-date sales based on 282 days for 2008 versus 281 days for 2007.
SOURCE American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- In its second full month of sales, the all-new 2009 TL performance luxury sedan remained Acura's sales leader for November with 3,160 vehicles sold. Acura sales for November were 7,888, down 38.9 percent* versus 2007, while year-to-date** sales for the luxury nameplate totaled 133,824 units, down 17.9 percent.
The all-new 2009 TSX sports sedan recorded sales of 1,712 for the month, with year-to-date sales reaching 29,694 units. The MDX luxury SUV was Acura's best-selling light truck, with sales of 2,101, while the RDX crossover SUV tallied 681 units.
*The daily selling rate is calculated with 25 selling days for November 2008 and 25 selling days for November 2007.
**Year-to-date sales based on 282 days for 2008 versus 281 days for 2007.
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Acura Vehicle Sales For November 2008
Month-to-Date
November November DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
Acura Division Total 7,888 12,910 -38.9%
RSX 0 0
TL * 3,160 4,064 -22.2%
TSX 1,712 1,884 -9.1%
RL 234 392 -40.3%
MDX * 2,101 4,891 -57.0%
RDX * 681 1,679 -59.4%
Selling Days 25 25
Year-to-Date
November November DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
Acura Division Total 133,824 162,522 -17.9%
RSX 1 295 -99.7%
TL * 43,159 52,557 -18.2%
TSX 29,694 30,199 -2.0%
RL 4,272 5,676 -25.0%
MDX * 41,994 52,700 -20.6%
RDX * 14,704 21,093 -30.5%
Selling Days 282 281
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced
parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
Last edited by Gojirra99; 12-02-08 at 10:34 AM.
12-02-08, 10:34 AM
#9
Super Moderator
American Honda
American Honda Reports November Sales
Honda Pilot up 4.5 percent
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted November sales of 76,233, a decline of 31.6 percent, compared to record November 2007 results. American Honda year-to-date sales of 1,342,680 represent a 5.8 percent decrease, based on the daily selling rate*.
Honda Division posted November sales of 68,345, a decline of 30.6 percent versus November 2007. Monthly Pilot sales increased 4.5 percent to 5,601.
The Acura Division posted sales of 7,888, a decrease of 38.9 percent compared to November 2007. The TL luxury performance sedan was the brand's top seller with sales of 3,160.
*The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 25 days for both November 2008 and 2007. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 282 days for 2008, versus 281 days for 2007. All percentages reflect DSR.
SOURCE American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Pilot up 4.5 percent
TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted November sales of 76,233, a decline of 31.6 percent, compared to record November 2007 results. American Honda year-to-date sales of 1,342,680 represent a 5.8 percent decrease, based on the daily selling rate*.
Honda Division posted November sales of 68,345, a decline of 30.6 percent versus November 2007. Monthly Pilot sales increased 4.5 percent to 5,601.
The Acura Division posted sales of 7,888, a decrease of 38.9 percent compared to November 2007. The TL luxury performance sedan was the brand's top seller with sales of 3,160.
*The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 25 days for both November 2008 and 2007. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 282 days for 2008, versus 281 days for 2007. All percentages reflect DSR.
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American Honda Vehicle Sales For November 2008
Month-to-Date
November November DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg. American Honda Total 76,233 111,431 -31.6%
Total Car Sales 45,225 65,235 -30.7%
Total Truck Sales 31,008 46,196 -32.9%
Honda Total Car Sales 40,119 58,895 -31.9%
Honda Total Truck Sales 28,226 39,626 -28.8%
Acura Total Car Sales 5,106 6,340 -19.5%
Acura Total Truck Sales 2,782 6,570 -57.7%
Domestic Car Sales * 36,073 49,118 -26.6%
Honda Division 32,913 45,054 -26.9%
Acura Division 3,160 4,064 -22.2%
Domestic Truck Sales * 26,792 31,132 -13.9%
Honda Division 24,010 24,562 -2.2%
Acura Division 2,782 6,570 -57.7%
Import Car Sales 9,152 16,117 -43.2%
Honda Division 7,206 13,841 -47.9%
Acura Division 1,946 2,276 -14.5%
Import Truck Sales 4,216 15,064 -72.0%
Honda Division 4,216 15,064 -72.0%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total 68,345 98,521 -30.6%
Fit 4,909 5,361 -8.4%
Accord * 17,430 28,161 -38.1%
Memo: Accord Hybrid 0 204
Civic * 17,690 25,141 -29.6%
Memo: Civic Hybrid 1,043 3,238 -67.8%
S2000 90 232 -61.2%
Insight 0 0
FCX 0 0
FCX Clarity 0
Odyssey * 7,294 13,421 -45.7%
Pilot * 5,601 5,360 4.5%
CR-V * 12,153 16,498 -26.3%
Element * 1,321 2,109 -37.4%
Ridgeline 1,857 2,238 -17.0%
Acura Division Total 7,888 12,910 -38.9%
RSX 0 0
TL * 3,160 4,064 -22.2%
TSX 1,712 1,884 -9.1%
RL 234 392 -40.3%
MDX * 2,101 4,891 -57.0%
RDX * 681 1,679 -59.4%
Selling Days 25 25
Month-to-Date
November November DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
Hybrid 1,043 3,442 -69.7%
Year-to-Date
November November DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
American Honda Total 1,342,680 1,419,750 -5.8%
Total Car Sales 826,785 809,029 1.8%
Total Truck Sales 515,895 610,721 -15.8%
Honda Total Car Sales 749,659 720,300 3.7%
Honda Total Truck Sales 459,197 536,928 -14.8%
Acura Total Car Sales 77,126 88,729 -13.4%
Acura Total Truck Sales 56,698 73,793 -23.4%
Domestic Car Sales * 621,094 652,330 -5.1%
Honda Division 577,935 599,773 -4.0%
Acura Division 43,159 52,557 -18.2%
Domestic Truck Sales * 413,634 432,924 -4.8%
Honda Division 356,936 359,131 -1.0%
Acura Division 56,698 73,793 -23.4%
Import Car Sales 205,691 156,699 30.8%
Honda Division 171,724 120,527 42.0%
Acura Division 33,967 36,172 -6.4%
Import Truck Sales 102,261 177,797 -42.7%
Honda Division 102,261 177,797 -42.7%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total 1,208,856 1,257,228 -4.2%
Fit 74,755 51,314 45.2%
Accord * 350,441 360,976 -3.3%
Memo: Accord Hybrid 197 3,255 -94.0%
Civic * 321,987 303,905 5.6%
Memo: Civic Hybrid 30,261 29,352 2.7%
S2000 2,466 4,092 -39.9%
Insight 0 3
FCX 6 10 -40.2%
FCX Clarity 4
Odyssey * 128,543 158,139 -19.0%
Pilot * 90,011 106,743 -16.0%
CR-V * 183,346 200,501 -8.9%
Element * 25,111 32,343 -22.6%
Ridgeline 32,186 39,202 -18.2%
Acura Division Total 133,824 162,522 -17.9%
RSX 1 295 -99.7%
TL * 43,159 52,557 -18.2%
TSX 29,694 30,199 -2.0%
RL 4,272 5,676 -25.0%
MDX * 41,994 52,700 -20.6%
RDX * 14,704 21,093 -30.5%
Selling Days 282 281
Year-to-Date
November November DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.
Hybrid 30,458 32,610 -6.9%
* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced
parts.
** Daily Selling Rate
12-02-08, 10:46 AM
#10
Super Moderator
Porsche Reports November 2008 Sales in U.S.
ATLANTA, GA. December 2, 2008: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars and Cayenne SUVs in the United States, today announced November sales in the U.S. of 1,378 units compared to the same period last year when it sold a near record-setting 2,662. The dramatic downturn in the car market, including luxury brands, shows no sign of recovery with Porsche’s November sales barely equaling its October result of 1,427 just one month ago.
Through eleven months, Porsche’s year-to-date U.S. sales were 23,881 versus 31,802 in 2007, a decline of 25 percent.
For the month of November, Porsche’s Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicle sales were 418, compared to 584 for the same period last year.
Through eleven months, Porsche’s year-to-date U.S. sales were 23,881 versus 31,802 in 2007, a decline of 25 percent.
For the month of November, Porsche’s Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicle sales were 418, compared to 584 for the same period last year.
12-02-08, 11:08 AM
#11
Super Moderator
Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America Reports November Sales
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 19,221 for the month of November, a 40 percent decrease from November 2007 levels.
"We are still experiencing challenging times but believe that Hyundai remains exceptionally well positioned to confront these difficult market conditions," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "The Hyundai Holiday Sales event will continue to offer great deals for the month of December and we are proud of the fact that Accent is now the lowest priced and most dependable sub-compact car on the market."
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 powertrain 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.
SOURCE Hyundai Motor America
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 19,221 for the month of November, a 40 percent decrease from November 2007 levels.
"We are still experiencing challenging times but believe that Hyundai remains exceptionally well positioned to confront these difficult market conditions," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "The Hyundai Holiday Sales event will continue to offer great deals for the month of December and we are proud of the fact that Accent is now the lowest priced and most dependable sub-compact car on the market."
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 powertrain 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.
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CARLINE NOV/2008 NOV/2007 CY/2008 CY/2007
ACCENT 1,983 2,238 48,598 34,110
SONATA 5,379 11,831 110,764 120,696
ELANTRA 3,268 3,340 92,085 81,967
TIBURON 411 727 8,699 13,472
SANTA FE 4,282 7,374 64,705 83,319
AZERA 316 1,575 14,114 20,351
TUCSON 918 3,107 18,153 38,514
ENTOURAGE 584 466 5,405 16,726
VERACRUZ 929 1,225 10,055 11,367
GENESIS 1,151 0 5,127 0
TOTAL 19,221 31,883 377,705 420,522
12-02-08, 11:11 AM
#12
Super Moderator
Mazda
Mazda Reports November 2008 Sales
- MAZDA5 Sales Lead The Way -
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported November 2008 sales of 14,134, down 31.3 percent versus last year (down 28.6 percent on a DSR basis), and year-to-date sales of 245,984, down 9.3 percent.
The MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle had an incredible sales month with sales of 1,499 units; volume was up more than three times over November 2007. On a year-to-date basis, the MAZDA5 is up 36.8 percent.
"We initially thought the light at the end of the tunnel would be getting closer as we neared the end of the year, but every sale continues to be a struggle," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO, MNAO. "There's credit out there, and fuel prices have receded to levels we haven't seen in a year, but consumer confidence remains the problem. Down a little more than nine percent year-over-year may be nothing to crow about, but we feel we'll be well positioned for when the economy turns, thanks to the right cars, at the right price, sold through the right dealers."
The all-new 2009 MAZDA6, which arrived at dealerships across the country in September, continues its strong start. The new MAZDA6 features a larger body than the outgoing car, as well as more powerful -- and more fuel efficient -- engine choices.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) celebrated its best-ever November with sales of 1,994 vehicles, up 36 percent versus last year. On a year-to-date basis, MMdM reported 19,293 total sales, accounting for a 33 percent increase versus last year. The all-new MAZDA6 also had a record month with 407 vehicles sold, up 450 percent versus last November. Mazda Canada Inc. (MCI) reported November sales of 5,024 units, up slightly compared to November 2007.
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Mazda North American Operations oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico through nearly 900 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada, Inc., located in Ontario; in Mexico by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and in Puerto Rico by Mazda de Puerto Rico in San Juan.
SOURCE Mazda North American Operations
- MAZDA5 Sales Lead The Way -
IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported November 2008 sales of 14,134, down 31.3 percent versus last year (down 28.6 percent on a DSR basis), and year-to-date sales of 245,984, down 9.3 percent.
The MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle had an incredible sales month with sales of 1,499 units; volume was up more than three times over November 2007. On a year-to-date basis, the MAZDA5 is up 36.8 percent.
"We initially thought the light at the end of the tunnel would be getting closer as we neared the end of the year, but every sale continues to be a struggle," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO, MNAO. "There's credit out there, and fuel prices have receded to levels we haven't seen in a year, but consumer confidence remains the problem. Down a little more than nine percent year-over-year may be nothing to crow about, but we feel we'll be well positioned for when the economy turns, thanks to the right cars, at the right price, sold through the right dealers."
The all-new 2009 MAZDA6, which arrived at dealerships across the country in September, continues its strong start. The new MAZDA6 features a larger body than the outgoing car, as well as more powerful -- and more fuel efficient -- engine choices.
Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) celebrated its best-ever November with sales of 1,994 vehicles, up 36 percent versus last year. On a year-to-date basis, MMdM reported 19,293 total sales, accounting for a 33 percent increase versus last year. The all-new MAZDA6 also had a record month with 407 vehicles sold, up 450 percent versus last November. Mazda Canada Inc. (MCI) reported November sales of 5,024 units, up slightly compared to November 2007.
Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Mazda North American Operations oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico through nearly 900 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada, Inc., located in Ontario; in Mexico by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and in Puerto Rico by Mazda de Puerto Rico in San Juan.
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Mazda North American Operations - November
2008
Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
November November % % MTD November November % % YTD
2008 2007 Change DSR 2008 2007 Change DSR
Mazda3 5,742 7,461 (23.0)% (15.3)% 102,093 110,954 (8.0)% (8.0)%
Mazda5 1,499 468 220.3% 252.3% 19,137 12,091 58.3% 58.3%
Mazda6 3,225 4,566 (29.4)% (22.3)% 49,502 52,782 (6.2)% (6.2)%
MX-5
Miata 310 679 (54.3)% (49.8)% 10,678 14,306 (25.4)% (25.4)%
RX-8 160 314 (49.0)% (43.9)% 3,215 5,452 (41.0)% (41.0)%
CX-7 1,087 2,887 (62.3)% (58.6)% 25,642 38,172 (32.8)% (32.8)%
CX-9 1,716 2,870 (40.2)% (34.2)% 23,997 22,501 6.6% 6.6%
Tribute 309 1,202 (74.3)% (71.7)% 10,454 12,302 (15.0)% (15.0)%
B-Series
Truck 86 133 (35.3)% (28.9)% 1,266 2,496 (49.3)% (49.3)%
MPV - - N/A N/A - 125(100.0)% N/A
Total Vehicles
CARS 10,936 13,488 (18.9)% (10.8)% 184,625 195,585 (5.6)% (5.6)%
TRUCKS 3,198 7,092 (54.9)% (50.4)% 61,359 75,596 (18.8)% (18.8)%
TOTAL 14,134 20,580 (31.3)% (24.5)% 245,984 271,181 (9.3)% (9.3)%
MEMO:
IMPORT
CAR 7,711 8,922 (13.6)% 135,123 142,803 (5.4)%
IMPORT
TRUCK 2,803 5,757 (51.3)% 49,639 60,798 (18.4)%
IMPORT
TOTAL 10,514 14,679 (28.4)% 184,762 203,601 (9.3)%
DOMESTIC
CAR 3,225 4,566 (29.4)% 49,502 52,782 (6.2)%
DOMESTIC
TRUCK 395 1,335 (70.4)% 11,720 14,798 (20.8)%
DOMESTIC
TOTALS 3,620 5,901 (38.7)% 61,222 67,580 (9.4)%
Selling
Days 20 22 280 280
Note: MPV is a discontinued vehicle.
12-02-08, 11:12 AM
#13
Super Moderator
Daimler AG
Daimler AG Reports a 30 Percent Decrease for the Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. for November 2008
BERLIN GERMANY
- Total 15,991 of Units of Mercedes-Benz Cars Division Sold in U.S. in November
- Mercedes-Benz USA Records November Sales of 14,102
- smart USA Records 1,889 Sales in November
NEW YORK, Dec. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 15,991 units in the U.S. for November 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.
(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080409/NYW017LOGO )
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported November sales of 14,102 vehicles, bringing the company's year-to-date volume to 206,396, an 8.6 percent decrease over the year-to-date record set last year. Sales highlights for Mercedes-Benz USA include a 16.9 percent increase in C-Class sales and a 5.5 percent increase M-Class SUV sales for the year-to-date.
Sales for the smart fortwo remain strong with deliveries totaling 1,889 for the month of November. This brings the year-to-date total to an incredible 22,281 units in less than a year of being offered in the U.S. market. The smart fortwo continues to be an attractive vehicle solution for American consumers in our value-oriented, environmentally responsible society. The smart fortwo offers a powerful combination of outstanding fuel efficiency, innovative safety, environmental friendliness and low cost of ownership. Last month smart USA announced the smart fortwo BRABUS will go on sale in the United States in January. There are currently 73 smart centers open in 35 states.
Detailed vehicle sales information for MBUSA will be announced later today in a separate press release issued by Mercedes-Benz USA.
SOURCE Daimler AG
BERLIN GERMANY
- Total 15,991 of Units of Mercedes-Benz Cars Division Sold in U.S. in November
- Mercedes-Benz USA Records November Sales of 14,102
- smart USA Records 1,889 Sales in November
NEW YORK, Dec. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 15,991 units in the U.S. for November 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.
(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080409/NYW017LOGO )
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported November sales of 14,102 vehicles, bringing the company's year-to-date volume to 206,396, an 8.6 percent decrease over the year-to-date record set last year. Sales highlights for Mercedes-Benz USA include a 16.9 percent increase in C-Class sales and a 5.5 percent increase M-Class SUV sales for the year-to-date.
Sales for the smart fortwo remain strong with deliveries totaling 1,889 for the month of November. This brings the year-to-date total to an incredible 22,281 units in less than a year of being offered in the U.S. market. The smart fortwo continues to be an attractive vehicle solution for American consumers in our value-oriented, environmentally responsible society. The smart fortwo offers a powerful combination of outstanding fuel efficiency, innovative safety, environmental friendliness and low cost of ownership. Last month smart USA announced the smart fortwo BRABUS will go on sale in the United States in January. There are currently 73 smart centers open in 35 states.
Detailed vehicle sales information for MBUSA will be announced later today in a separate press release issued by Mercedes-Benz USA.
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Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. Sales Summary Through November 2008
Month Sales % Sales CYTD %
Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
Mercedes-Benz USA 14,102 22,819 -38.2 206,396 225,904 -8.6
smart USA 1,889 n/a* n/a* 22,281 n/a* n/a*
Mercedes-Benz USA /
smart USA combined 15,991 22,819* -29.9* 228,677 225,904* 1.2*
* smart sales in the U.S. started in mid January 2008
12-02-08, 11:14 AM
#14
Super Moderator
Mercedes Benz USA
MBUSA Reports November New Car Sales of 14,102
MONTVALE, N.J., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported November sales of 14,102 vehicles, bringing the company's year-to-date volume to 206,396, an 8.6 percent decrease over the year-to-date record set last year. Sales highlights for Mercedes-Benz USA include a 16.9 percent increase in C-Class sales and a 5.5 percent increase M-Class SUV sales for the year-to-date.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 5,312 vehicles in November, an increase of 46.7 percent over November 2007, bringing its certified pre-owned sales to 58,065 units year-to-date, a 24 percent jump over the same period last year (46,844 units).
SOURCE Mercedes-Benz USA
MONTVALE, N.J., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported November sales of 14,102 vehicles, bringing the company's year-to-date volume to 206,396, an 8.6 percent decrease over the year-to-date record set last year. Sales highlights for Mercedes-Benz USA include a 16.9 percent increase in C-Class sales and a 5.5 percent increase M-Class SUV sales for the year-to-date.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 5,312 vehicles in November, an increase of 46.7 percent over November 2007, bringing its certified pre-owned sales to 58,065 units year-to-date, a 24 percent jump over the same period last year (46,844 units).
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MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Sales -- November 2008
Model November '08 November '07 Monthly% YTD 2008 YTD 2007 Yearly%
----- ------------ ------------ -------- -------- -------- -------
C-CLASS 4,422 6,920 -36.1% 66,381 56,802 16.9%
------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
E-CLASS 2,264 4,464 -49.3% 35,112 42,824 -18.0%
------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
S-CLASS 997 2,106 -52.7% 16,712 23,707 -29.5%
------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
CL-CLASS 187 329 -43.2% 2,586 3,319 -22.1%
-------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
SL-CLASS 189 488 -61.3% 5,201 5,594 -7.0%
-------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
CLK-CLASS 668 1,016 -34.3% 9,797 13,777 -28.9%
--------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
SLK-CLASS 262 353 -25.8% 4,656 6,742 -30.9%
--------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
CLS-CLASS 224 584 -61.6% 5,206 7,147 -27.2%
--------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
R-CLASS 313 1,086 -71.2% 7,194 11,691 -38.5%
------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
M-CLASS 2,911 3,015 -3.4% 31,559 29,917 5.5%
------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
GL-CLASS 1,573 2,349 -33.0% 21,189 23,370 -9.3%
-------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
G-CLASS 92 109 -15.6% 803 1,014 -20.8%
------- ------- ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
GRAND
TOTAL 14,102 22,819 -38.2% 206,396 225,904 -8.6%
------ ------- ------ ------ ------- ------- ------
