September 2009 Vehicles Sales
10-01-09, 07:30 AM
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September 2009 Vehicles Sales
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(RTTNews) - U.S. auto industry sales may have declined in September 2009, as many of the major automakers are expected to post sales declines, mirroring the impact of the exhaustion of the "Cash for Clunkers" incentive program devised by the U.S. government.
Consulting firm J.D. Power and Associates is estimating that U.S. vehicle sales could decline to their lowest level of the year this month amid a hangover from the rebate program, which ended in August. According to Barclays Capital auto industry analyst Brian Johnson, September sales would be a Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate of around 9.6 million, down from about 10 million projected earlier.
Automotive information provider Edmunds.com forecasts a 23% year-over-year decline and a 41.1% monthly drop in industry-wide sales to 742,000 units for the month. It also projects a drop in September's light-vehicle sales rate to 8.8 million units, the lowest rate in nearly 28 years, hurt by poor demand.
Among the U.S. automakers, General Motors Co., which is now known as Motors Liquidation Co. (MTLQQ.PK: News ), is expected to report a 46.1% year-over-year slide in September sales, according to Edmunds.com. It also estimates a 9.7% decline in the monthly sales of Ford Motor Co. (F: News ) and a 48.7% plunge for Chrysler.
Edmunds.com also expects Toyota Motor Corp. (TM: News ) to post a 9.7% sales decline, Honda Motor Co. Ltd. (HMC: News ) an 8.3% slip and Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. (NSANY.PK: News ) a 1.1% drop in September 2009.
Edmunds.com also said that the combined monthly market share for GM, Chrysler and Ford is expected to fall to 42.8% in September from 53.2% a year earlier. However, this is an improvement from 41.1% in August.
According to economic and financial data firm Global Insight, September auto sales in the U.S. would come in at a 9.33 million seasonally adjusted annualized rate, well below the 12.5 million unit rate from last year.
In September 2008, U.S. auto sales were down 26%, coming in below the one million unit mark for the first time in more than 15 years. Overall sales reached only about 965,671 vehicles, compared with some 1.3 million vehicles sold in September 2007.
GM had reported a 12.3% decline in its vehicle sales for September 2008. Ford vehicle sales were down 31.8%, while Toyota and Honda posted sales declines of 29.5% and 20.9%, respectively for prior-year's September, according to Edmunds.com.
"Cash for Clunkers", officially the Car Allowance Rebate System or CARS, became law on July 24. The program aimed at removing polluting cars from the street, while at the same time helping dealers fight off recession. The program provided tax breaks of up to $4,500 to consumers who trade in old gas guzzlers for newer, more fuel-efficient vehicles.
The program was an instant hit, proving to be a blessing in disguise for the car makers in a recession hit atmosphere. Statistics showed that rebate applications worth around $2.877 billion were submitted, under the $3 billion provided by Congress to run the program. As per reports, U.S. customers bought about 700,000 new cars and trucks through the government program from late July through the first three weeks of August.
This buying-spree compared with dampened sales in early 2009 amid the global financial crisis left major auto manufacturers with historically low level of inventories. In addition, several automakers made sharp production cuts due to the economic slowdown. Therefore, the first half of September reportedly saw lower activity at many dealerships due to the shortage of key vehicles although signs of sales improvement were visible in the second half.
Another noteworthy fact is that auto discounts are drying up as major automakers are wary about profit-eating discounts following factory shutdowns and lower supply of cars and trucks. The average incentive offered by the U.S. automakers has declined 22% to $2,474 since reaching its peak in March, according to Edmunds.com.
J.D. Power analyst Jeff Schuster, reportedly explains the reason. According to him, "as we suffered through the worst automotive recession in our lifetimes, the lesson automakers learned was to stay under control and not bloat inventory, which you have to follow with huge incentives to move the metal. From now on, we're going to see a more cautious approach to incentives."
However, August's selling atmosphere was much favorable for the automakers. Boosted by the "clunkers" program, U.S. auto industry sales for the month of August 2009 rose 1% to more than 1.2 million from a year earlier, the first time monthly sales crossed the 1 million mark in the year.
Ford, the only major U.S. automaker that has not filed for bankruptcy, said August U.S. sales rose 17% from last year. The company's August sales growth marks the second consecutive rise in its monthly U.S. sales following a series of declines since November 2007.
The Dearborn, Michigan-based automaker sold 182,149 vehicles in August, up from 155,690 vehicles sold in the same month last year. Sales of Ford, Lincoln and Mercury brands rose 16.8% in August to 176,323 units, while sales of Volvo luxury car unit that is up for sale climbed 24.8% to 5,826 units.
Japan's Toyota said Monday that its sales in Japan were 9.5% lower for the month of August to 92,621 vehicles. Exports also fell 39.3% to 110,843 units. Including subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. and Hino Motors, Ltd., the company's domestic sales dropped 4.5% in August to 132,496 vehicles and total exports plunged 40.2% to 117,480 vehicles.
Toyota also said that its August production fell for a 13th straight month, declining 8.7% to 508,673 vehicles from a year earlier. Including subsidiaries, the company's worldwide production was down 9.9% to 566,262 units. Toyota's domestic production fell 23.8% and overseas production dropped 4.7%. Total Japanese production including subsidiaries was 23% lower for the month while total overseas production edged down 3.8% year-on-year.
Earlier last month, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., a unit of Honda Motor, reported August sales increase of 9.9% to 161,439 units from 146,855 units last year. Total car sales grew 23.2% to 106,972 units, while total truck sales dropped 9.3% to 54,467 units a year ago.
General Motors' August sales were down 20.2% to 246,479 units from 308,817 units in the year-ago month. On a sequential basis, the company posted 30% sales growth, helped by the "Clunkers" program.
Daimler AG (DAI: News ) said that its monthly U.S. sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division, Mercedes-Benz and smart combined, declined 10.5% in August to 18,734 units from 20,927 units last year.
Chrysler Group LLC, which is currently under the management control of Italy's Fiat SpA (FIATY.PK: News ), posted a 15% drop in August sales to 93,222 units from 110,235 units in the prior year month. Total car sales fell 13% to 22,638 units, while total truck sales dropped 16% to 70,584 units last year.
Currently, the buzzword in the auto industry is hybrid electric car, which combines a conventional internal combustion engine propulsion system with an electric propulsion system. The electric powertrain is intended to achieve better fuel economy amid increasing fuel prices and fears of fossil-fuel scarcity in future, while cutting back on climate-changing greenhouse gases.
In the coming years, the auto sector is expecting several technology advancements in hybrid electric cars and leading manufacturers are geared up for the mass production of a variety of electric vehicles. This would definitely be a silver line of hope for the sector that seeks a cling to get rid of the troubles that shook even giants.
Consulting firm J.D. Power and Associates is estimating that U.S. vehicle sales could decline to their lowest level of the year this month amid a hangover from the rebate program, which ended in August. According to Barclays Capital auto industry analyst Brian Johnson, September sales would be a Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate of around 9.6 million, down from about 10 million projected earlier.
Automotive information provider Edmunds.com forecasts a 23% year-over-year decline and a 41.1% monthly drop in industry-wide sales to 742,000 units for the month. It also projects a drop in September's light-vehicle sales rate to 8.8 million units, the lowest rate in nearly 28 years, hurt by poor demand.
Among the U.S. automakers, General Motors Co., which is now known as Motors Liquidation Co. (MTLQQ.PK: News ), is expected to report a 46.1% year-over-year slide in September sales, according to Edmunds.com. It also estimates a 9.7% decline in the monthly sales of Ford Motor Co. (F: News ) and a 48.7% plunge for Chrysler.
Edmunds.com also expects Toyota Motor Corp. (TM: News ) to post a 9.7% sales decline, Honda Motor Co. Ltd. (HMC: News ) an 8.3% slip and Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. (NSANY.PK: News ) a 1.1% drop in September 2009.
Edmunds.com also said that the combined monthly market share for GM, Chrysler and Ford is expected to fall to 42.8% in September from 53.2% a year earlier. However, this is an improvement from 41.1% in August.
According to economic and financial data firm Global Insight, September auto sales in the U.S. would come in at a 9.33 million seasonally adjusted annualized rate, well below the 12.5 million unit rate from last year.
In September 2008, U.S. auto sales were down 26%, coming in below the one million unit mark for the first time in more than 15 years. Overall sales reached only about 965,671 vehicles, compared with some 1.3 million vehicles sold in September 2007.
GM had reported a 12.3% decline in its vehicle sales for September 2008. Ford vehicle sales were down 31.8%, while Toyota and Honda posted sales declines of 29.5% and 20.9%, respectively for prior-year's September, according to Edmunds.com.
"Cash for Clunkers", officially the Car Allowance Rebate System or CARS, became law on July 24. The program aimed at removing polluting cars from the street, while at the same time helping dealers fight off recession. The program provided tax breaks of up to $4,500 to consumers who trade in old gas guzzlers for newer, more fuel-efficient vehicles.
The program was an instant hit, proving to be a blessing in disguise for the car makers in a recession hit atmosphere. Statistics showed that rebate applications worth around $2.877 billion were submitted, under the $3 billion provided by Congress to run the program. As per reports, U.S. customers bought about 700,000 new cars and trucks through the government program from late July through the first three weeks of August.
This buying-spree compared with dampened sales in early 2009 amid the global financial crisis left major auto manufacturers with historically low level of inventories. In addition, several automakers made sharp production cuts due to the economic slowdown. Therefore, the first half of September reportedly saw lower activity at many dealerships due to the shortage of key vehicles although signs of sales improvement were visible in the second half.
Another noteworthy fact is that auto discounts are drying up as major automakers are wary about profit-eating discounts following factory shutdowns and lower supply of cars and trucks. The average incentive offered by the U.S. automakers has declined 22% to $2,474 since reaching its peak in March, according to Edmunds.com.
J.D. Power analyst Jeff Schuster, reportedly explains the reason. According to him, "as we suffered through the worst automotive recession in our lifetimes, the lesson automakers learned was to stay under control and not bloat inventory, which you have to follow with huge incentives to move the metal. From now on, we're going to see a more cautious approach to incentives."
However, August's selling atmosphere was much favorable for the automakers. Boosted by the "clunkers" program, U.S. auto industry sales for the month of August 2009 rose 1% to more than 1.2 million from a year earlier, the first time monthly sales crossed the 1 million mark in the year.
Ford, the only major U.S. automaker that has not filed for bankruptcy, said August U.S. sales rose 17% from last year. The company's August sales growth marks the second consecutive rise in its monthly U.S. sales following a series of declines since November 2007.
The Dearborn, Michigan-based automaker sold 182,149 vehicles in August, up from 155,690 vehicles sold in the same month last year. Sales of Ford, Lincoln and Mercury brands rose 16.8% in August to 176,323 units, while sales of Volvo luxury car unit that is up for sale climbed 24.8% to 5,826 units.
Japan's Toyota said Monday that its sales in Japan were 9.5% lower for the month of August to 92,621 vehicles. Exports also fell 39.3% to 110,843 units. Including subsidiaries Daihatsu Motor Co., Ltd. and Hino Motors, Ltd., the company's domestic sales dropped 4.5% in August to 132,496 vehicles and total exports plunged 40.2% to 117,480 vehicles.
Toyota also said that its August production fell for a 13th straight month, declining 8.7% to 508,673 vehicles from a year earlier. Including subsidiaries, the company's worldwide production was down 9.9% to 566,262 units. Toyota's domestic production fell 23.8% and overseas production dropped 4.7%. Total Japanese production including subsidiaries was 23% lower for the month while total overseas production edged down 3.8% year-on-year.
Earlier last month, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., a unit of Honda Motor, reported August sales increase of 9.9% to 161,439 units from 146,855 units last year. Total car sales grew 23.2% to 106,972 units, while total truck sales dropped 9.3% to 54,467 units a year ago.
General Motors' August sales were down 20.2% to 246,479 units from 308,817 units in the year-ago month. On a sequential basis, the company posted 30% sales growth, helped by the "Clunkers" program.
Daimler AG (DAI: News ) said that its monthly U.S. sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division, Mercedes-Benz and smart combined, declined 10.5% in August to 18,734 units from 20,927 units last year.
Chrysler Group LLC, which is currently under the management control of Italy's Fiat SpA (FIATY.PK: News ), posted a 15% drop in August sales to 93,222 units from 110,235 units in the prior year month. Total car sales fell 13% to 22,638 units, while total truck sales dropped 16% to 70,584 units last year.
Currently, the buzzword in the auto industry is hybrid electric car, which combines a conventional internal combustion engine propulsion system with an electric propulsion system. The electric powertrain is intended to achieve better fuel economy amid increasing fuel prices and fears of fossil-fuel scarcity in future, while cutting back on climate-changing greenhouse gases.
In the coming years, the auto sector is expecting several technology advancements in hybrid electric cars and leading manufacturers are geared up for the mass production of a variety of electric vehicles. This would definitely be a silver line of hope for the sector that seeks a cling to get rid of the troubles that shook even giants.
10-01-09, 09:10 AM
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I expect more of the same and a drop off from August with no CFC....I expect Lexus to extend their sales lead by 2k units over BMW with the HS leading the way here. Infiniti had 0% financing but I don't see a huge jump in sales. I don't expect Acura's MMC beaks to help sales at all. Mercedes new E-class isn't going to sell as expected and overall sales down. Caddy will continue to take a hit, Buick will be up with the new LaCrosse and Enclave still doing well.
Basically a dull sales month
Basically a dull sales month
10-01-09, 09:33 AM
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http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?p...d=ausMmWMOkriQ
Ford Says U.S. Sales Fell 5.1% After ‘Clunkers’ Ended (Correct)
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By Jeff Green and Katie Merx
(Corrects percentage decline on adjusted-sales-day basis in 11th paragraph.)
Oct. 1 (Bloomberg) -- Ford Motor Co. said September U.S. auto sales fell 5.1 percent, ending two months of gains, as waning demand after the “cash for clunkers” rebates may have cut industry deliveries to the second-slowest rate this year.
Ford’s total including the Volvo brand fell to 114,655 cars and trucks from 120,788 a year earlier, the Dearborn, Michigan- based company said in a statement today. The decrease was worse than analysts’ estimates.
“We knew sales would slow down significantly after the cash for clunkers surge,” said Stephen Spivey, senior auto analyst at Frost & Sullivan in San Antonio. “We see sales slowing down for the rest of the year. October will tell you what kind of rebound comes off that dip.”
The seasonally adjusted annual sales rate slid to 9.3 million vehicles, based on the average of 8 analyst estimates compiled by Bloomberg. July and August were the only months in 2009 when the industry benchmark topped 10 million, a level that Ford and researcher J.D. Power & Associates expect the U.S. to surpass for the year.
The industry is coming off an August surge that snapped a streak of monthly sales declines dating to 2007. Buyers responded to the U.S. government’s offer of as much as $4,500 to trade in older, less fuel-efficient light vehicles from July 27 through Aug. 24, with almost 700,000 purchases.
Shrinking Inventory
Showroom visits probably fell after the $3 billion program helped empty dealers’ lots. With inventory at a 24-year low at the end of August, customers found fewer choices and automakers less willing to offer discounts.
Industrywide light-vehicle sales will be 10.3 million this year and 11.5 million in 2010, Westlake Village, California- based J.D. Power estimates. Last year’s sales were 13.2 million, after averaging 16.8 million this decade through 2007.
The lowest pace this year was 9.11 million, in February. The annual rate is important to the industry because manufacturers, suppliers and dealers use it to compare monthly totals by taking into account seasonal buying patterns.
September sales may have fallen 44 percent each at General Motors Co. and Chrysler Group LLC, based on analysts surveyed by Bloomberg. Those are averages of six estimates for Detroit-based GM and five for Auburn Hills, Michigan-based Chrysler.
Deliveries probably dropped 9.7 percent at Toyota City, Japan-based Toyota Motor Corp., 13 percent at Honda Motor Co. and 7.1 percent at Nissan Motor Co., which are both based in Tokyo, according to 2 analysts.
Analysts’ Estimates
The analysts’ estimates are adjusted for one more sales day this month than in September 2008. Unadjusted figures, used by Bloomberg and some automakers, would be about 4 percentage points lower. On an adjusted basis, Ford’s decline was 8.5 percent, worse than the 5 percent average of 6 analysts’ estimates.
Sales improved later in September from early in the month as dealers restocked inventory and discounting picked up, said Jessica Caldwell, an analyst at auto-information provider Edmunds.com in Santa Monica, California.
Edmunds raised its forecast for September’s annual pace to 9.34 million on Sept. 24, from 8.8 million a week earlier.
Prices paid for GM, Ford and Chrysler vehicles rose by $2,000 on average in the second quarter as automakers slashed production, J.D. Power said. Incentives fell by 26 percent from March to August, according to Autodata Corp.
“The last two weeks of September could be an important indicator of the underlying rate auto sales are trending at,” Brian Johnson, a Chicago-based analyst at Barclays Capital, said in a note to clients.
Ford Says U.S. Sales Fell 5.1% After ‘Clunkers’ Ended (Correct)
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By Jeff Green and Katie Merx
(Corrects percentage decline on adjusted-sales-day basis in 11th paragraph.)
Oct. 1 (Bloomberg) -- Ford Motor Co. said September U.S. auto sales fell 5.1 percent, ending two months of gains, as waning demand after the “cash for clunkers” rebates may have cut industry deliveries to the second-slowest rate this year.
Ford’s total including the Volvo brand fell to 114,655 cars and trucks from 120,788 a year earlier, the Dearborn, Michigan- based company said in a statement today. The decrease was worse than analysts’ estimates.
“We knew sales would slow down significantly after the cash for clunkers surge,” said Stephen Spivey, senior auto analyst at Frost & Sullivan in San Antonio. “We see sales slowing down for the rest of the year. October will tell you what kind of rebound comes off that dip.”
The seasonally adjusted annual sales rate slid to 9.3 million vehicles, based on the average of 8 analyst estimates compiled by Bloomberg. July and August were the only months in 2009 when the industry benchmark topped 10 million, a level that Ford and researcher J.D. Power & Associates expect the U.S. to surpass for the year.
The industry is coming off an August surge that snapped a streak of monthly sales declines dating to 2007. Buyers responded to the U.S. government’s offer of as much as $4,500 to trade in older, less fuel-efficient light vehicles from July 27 through Aug. 24, with almost 700,000 purchases.
Shrinking Inventory
Showroom visits probably fell after the $3 billion program helped empty dealers’ lots. With inventory at a 24-year low at the end of August, customers found fewer choices and automakers less willing to offer discounts.
Industrywide light-vehicle sales will be 10.3 million this year and 11.5 million in 2010, Westlake Village, California- based J.D. Power estimates. Last year’s sales were 13.2 million, after averaging 16.8 million this decade through 2007.
The lowest pace this year was 9.11 million, in February. The annual rate is important to the industry because manufacturers, suppliers and dealers use it to compare monthly totals by taking into account seasonal buying patterns.
September sales may have fallen 44 percent each at General Motors Co. and Chrysler Group LLC, based on analysts surveyed by Bloomberg. Those are averages of six estimates for Detroit-based GM and five for Auburn Hills, Michigan-based Chrysler.
Deliveries probably dropped 9.7 percent at Toyota City, Japan-based Toyota Motor Corp., 13 percent at Honda Motor Co. and 7.1 percent at Nissan Motor Co., which are both based in Tokyo, according to 2 analysts.
Analysts’ Estimates
The analysts’ estimates are adjusted for one more sales day this month than in September 2008. Unadjusted figures, used by Bloomberg and some automakers, would be about 4 percentage points lower. On an adjusted basis, Ford’s decline was 8.5 percent, worse than the 5 percent average of 6 analysts’ estimates.
Sales improved later in September from early in the month as dealers restocked inventory and discounting picked up, said Jessica Caldwell, an analyst at auto-information provider Edmunds.com in Santa Monica, California.
Edmunds raised its forecast for September’s annual pace to 9.34 million on Sept. 24, from 8.8 million a week earlier.
Prices paid for GM, Ford and Chrysler vehicles rose by $2,000 on average in the second quarter as automakers slashed production, J.D. Power said. Incentives fell by 26 percent from March to August, according to Autodata Corp.
“The last two weeks of September could be an important indicator of the underlying rate auto sales are trending at,” Brian Johnson, a Chicago-based analyst at Barclays Capital, said in a note to clients.
10-01-09, 09:34 AM
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Seems the 1.9% Financing helped!!
SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- Porsche (POAHF 77.75, -0.80, -1.01%) said Thursday that U.S. September sales rose 8.4% to 1,581 vehicles from 1,458 a year ago. Combined Boxster and Cayman sales rose to 326 vehicles from 195 last year, and 911 model sales rose to 720 units from 516. Cayenne sales declined to 535 vehicles from 747 last year.
SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- Porsche (POAHF 77.75, -0.80, -1.01%) said Thursday that U.S. September sales rose 8.4% to 1,581 vehicles from 1,458 a year ago. Combined Boxster and Cayman sales rose to 326 vehicles from 195 last year, and 911 model sales rose to 720 units from 516. Cayenne sales declined to 535 vehicles from 747 last year.
10-01-09, 09:46 AM
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Ford
Ford's Strong New Products Drive Industry's Only Third-Quarter U.S. Sales Boost From Full-Line Makers
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury U.S. third quarter sales increased 5 percent versus a year ago and U.S. market share increased 2 points
Ford July sales were up 2 percent and August sales were up 17 percent, more than offsetting September's 6 percent post-Cash for Clunkers decline in the quarter
Ford's balanced lineup of strong products, led by Focus, Fusion, Escape and F-Series, driving sales and share gains
All-new Taurus sales momentum accelerates in September; year-to-year sales up 60 percent and month-to-month sales up 49 percent
F-Series posts second consecutive monthly sales increase in September
EcoBoost engine launch continues; September sales were nearly triple August, customer demand outstripping projections
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury third quarter sales were 5 percent higher than a year ago in the U.S., making Ford the only full-line manufacturer to report a sales increase in the period.
In September, Ford sales were 6 percent lower than a year ago. This followed a 2 percent increase in July and a 17 percent increase in August, marking the first time in four years that Ford is reporting a quarterly sales increase.
Ford estimates it gained over 2 points of market share versus last year in September and the third quarter. September marked the 11th time in the last 12 months Ford has gained retail market share.
"Our balanced new lineup of high-quality, fuel-efficient products helped us navigate through an exceptional period in industry sales," said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. "With its volatile sales peaks and valleys and dramatic segment shifts, the third quarter was a great test of our One Ford Plan - building a range of vehicles from small cars to hard-working trucks."
Ford's third quarter market share gains were paced by the Ford Focus small car, Ford Fusion mid-size car, Ford Escape small utility and Ford F-Series trucks. Internal and external studies continue to show a positive trend in favorable consumer opinion about Ford, and a growing number of consumers are considering the purchase of a Ford vehicle.
Third Quarter Sales Highlights
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 445,100, up 5 percent versus a year ago. Retail sales were up 7 percent, and fleet sales were down 1 percent.
Ford Focus sales totaled 56,559, up 35 percent versus a year ago. The Focus is among the most fuel-efficient compact cars in America with an EPA highway rating of 35 mpg.
Ford Fusion sales totaled 49,454, up 67 percent versus a year ago. Mercury Milan sales were 8,352, up 57 percent. The Fusion and Milan and their hybrid versions are the most fuel-efficient mid-size sedans in America.
Ford Escape sales totaled 49,866, up 48 percent versus a year ago. Mercury Mariner sales were 8,938, up 33 percent. The Escape Hybrid and Mariner Hybrid are the most fuel-efficient utility vehicles in America.
Ford Flex sales totaled 9,815, up 59 percent versus a year ago. The Flex is among the most fuel-efficient full-size crossover utilities in America.
Ford's hybrid vehicles - Fusion, Milan, Escape and Mariner - posted combined sales of 12,186, up 239 percent versus a year ago. At 41 miles per gallon, the Fusion Hybrid is the most fuel-efficient mid-size sedan in America - 8 mpg better than the Toyota Camry Hybrid.
September Sales Highlights
In September, Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 109,939, down 6 percent versus a year ago. Retail sales were down 14 percent, and fleet sales were up 23 percent.
The all-new Taurus bucked an industry trend as September sales (5,077 vehicles) were 60 percent higher than a year ago and 49 percent higher than August. The Taurus debuted to rave reviews from the automotive press, and early customer demand validates the critical acclaim. Customers especially value the new technologies incorporated in America's most innovative full-size sedan - 95 percent of incoming Taurus orders are equipped with advanced technologies and features.
Ford's F-Series truck, America's best-selling vehicle, posted its second consecutive sales increase in September (up 4 percent). The new F-150 was introduced last fall and was named the North American Truck of the Year, Motor Trend's "Truck of the Year" and the "Truck of Texas" by the Texas Auto Writers' Association. In 2009, F-Series has gained more than 3 points of market share in the full-size truck segment. The all-new Ford-150 Raptor extreme performance truck debuted in August and this model is flying off dealer lots in an average of nine days. More new Ford trucks are on the way. In September, Ford unveiled the next-generation Super Duty F-Series at the State Fair of Texas, promising more capability, improved fuel economy and a Ford-designed, engineered and built 6.7-liter diesel engine.
Ford's new EcoBoost engine technology is winning customers, too. EcoBoost provides customers with the fuel economy of a V-6 engine and the performance of a V-8 engine (up to 20 percent improvement in fuel economy and 15 percent reduction in emissions). EcoBoost is standard on the Taurus SHO and available on the Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT, a new full-size luxury crossover. September EcoBoost sales nearly tripled August sales, and order rates for EcoBoost continue to exceed planned rates.
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
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury U.S. third quarter sales increased 5 percent versus a year ago and U.S. market share increased 2 points
Ford July sales were up 2 percent and August sales were up 17 percent, more than offsetting September's 6 percent post-Cash for Clunkers decline in the quarter
Ford's balanced lineup of strong products, led by Focus, Fusion, Escape and F-Series, driving sales and share gains
All-new Taurus sales momentum accelerates in September; year-to-year sales up 60 percent and month-to-month sales up 49 percent
F-Series posts second consecutive monthly sales increase in September
EcoBoost engine launch continues; September sales were nearly triple August, customer demand outstripping projections
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury third quarter sales were 5 percent higher than a year ago in the U.S., making Ford the only full-line manufacturer to report a sales increase in the period.
In September, Ford sales were 6 percent lower than a year ago. This followed a 2 percent increase in July and a 17 percent increase in August, marking the first time in four years that Ford is reporting a quarterly sales increase.
Ford estimates it gained over 2 points of market share versus last year in September and the third quarter. September marked the 11th time in the last 12 months Ford has gained retail market share.
"Our balanced new lineup of high-quality, fuel-efficient products helped us navigate through an exceptional period in industry sales," said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. "With its volatile sales peaks and valleys and dramatic segment shifts, the third quarter was a great test of our One Ford Plan - building a range of vehicles from small cars to hard-working trucks."
Ford's third quarter market share gains were paced by the Ford Focus small car, Ford Fusion mid-size car, Ford Escape small utility and Ford F-Series trucks. Internal and external studies continue to show a positive trend in favorable consumer opinion about Ford, and a growing number of consumers are considering the purchase of a Ford vehicle.
Third Quarter Sales Highlights
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 445,100, up 5 percent versus a year ago. Retail sales were up 7 percent, and fleet sales were down 1 percent.
Ford Focus sales totaled 56,559, up 35 percent versus a year ago. The Focus is among the most fuel-efficient compact cars in America with an EPA highway rating of 35 mpg.
Ford Fusion sales totaled 49,454, up 67 percent versus a year ago. Mercury Milan sales were 8,352, up 57 percent. The Fusion and Milan and their hybrid versions are the most fuel-efficient mid-size sedans in America.
Ford Escape sales totaled 49,866, up 48 percent versus a year ago. Mercury Mariner sales were 8,938, up 33 percent. The Escape Hybrid and Mariner Hybrid are the most fuel-efficient utility vehicles in America.
Ford Flex sales totaled 9,815, up 59 percent versus a year ago. The Flex is among the most fuel-efficient full-size crossover utilities in America.
Ford's hybrid vehicles - Fusion, Milan, Escape and Mariner - posted combined sales of 12,186, up 239 percent versus a year ago. At 41 miles per gallon, the Fusion Hybrid is the most fuel-efficient mid-size sedan in America - 8 mpg better than the Toyota Camry Hybrid.
September Sales Highlights
In September, Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 109,939, down 6 percent versus a year ago. Retail sales were down 14 percent, and fleet sales were up 23 percent.
The all-new Taurus bucked an industry trend as September sales (5,077 vehicles) were 60 percent higher than a year ago and 49 percent higher than August. The Taurus debuted to rave reviews from the automotive press, and early customer demand validates the critical acclaim. Customers especially value the new technologies incorporated in America's most innovative full-size sedan - 95 percent of incoming Taurus orders are equipped with advanced technologies and features.
Ford's F-Series truck, America's best-selling vehicle, posted its second consecutive sales increase in September (up 4 percent). The new F-150 was introduced last fall and was named the North American Truck of the Year, Motor Trend's "Truck of the Year" and the "Truck of Texas" by the Texas Auto Writers' Association. In 2009, F-Series has gained more than 3 points of market share in the full-size truck segment. The all-new Ford-150 Raptor extreme performance truck debuted in August and this model is flying off dealer lots in an average of nine days. More new Ford trucks are on the way. In September, Ford unveiled the next-generation Super Duty F-Series at the State Fair of Texas, promising more capability, improved fuel economy and a Ford-designed, engineered and built 6.7-liter diesel engine.
Ford's new EcoBoost engine technology is winning customers, too. EcoBoost provides customers with the fuel economy of a V-6 engine and the performance of a V-8 engine (up to 20 percent improvement in fuel economy and 15 percent reduction in emissions). EcoBoost is standard on the Taurus SHO and available on the Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT, a new full-size luxury crossover. September EcoBoost sales nearly tripled August sales, and order rates for EcoBoost continue to exceed planned rates.
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 SEPTEMBER 2009 U.S. SALES
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September % Year-To-Date %
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2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Sales By Brand
Ford 98,516 102,685 -4.1 1,062,368 1,353,519 -21.5
Lincoln 5,980 7,571 -21.0 59,236 82,824 -28.5
Mercury 5,443 6,478 -16.0 69,248 96,878 -28.5
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Ford,
Lincoln and
Mercury 109,939 116,734 -5.8 1,190,852 1,533,221 -22.3
Volvo 4,716 4,054 16.3 46,729 60,028 -22.2
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Ford Motor
Company 114,655 120,788 -5.1 1,237,581 1,593,249 -22.3
Ford, Lincoln and
Mercury Sales By Type
Cars 38,890 40,453 -3.9 446,772 550,752 -18.9
Crossover Utility
Vehicles 18,587 22,583 -17.7 264,569 295,903 -10.6
Sport Utility
Vehicles 7,806 8,623 -9.5 65,568 128,396 -48.9
Trucks and Vans 44,656 45,075 -0.9 413,943 558,170 -25.8
------ ------ ------- -------
Total Trucks 71,049 76,281 -6.9 744,080 982,469 -24.3
------ ------ ------- -------
Total Vehicles 109,939 116,734 -5.8 1,190,852 1,533,221 -22.3
FORD BRAND SEPTEMBER 2009 U.S. SALES
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September % Year-To-Date %
------------ --------------
2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Crown Victoria 1,747 3,622 -51.8 25,078 39,317 -36.2
Taurus 5,077 3,172 60.1 27,616 43,650 -36.7
Fusion 10,834 9,942 9.0 134,600 117,545 14.5
Focus 9,182 10,346 -11.3 125,913 165,382 -23.9
Mustang 4,917 4,910 0.1 51,680 78,871 -34.5
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Ford Cars 31,757 31,992 -0.7 364,887 444,765 -18.0
Flex 2,033 1,959 3.8 29,876 7,552 295.6
Edge 4,477 6,633 -32.5 64,439 93,830 -31.3
Escape 8,692 9,161 -5.1 126,268 125,672 0.5
Taurus X 81 1,105 -92.7 5,990 19,578 -69.4
-- ----- ----- ------
Ford Crossover Utility
Vehicles 15,283 18,858 -19.0 226,573 246,632 -8.1
Expedition 2,370 3,645 -35.0 20,567 43,272 -52.5
Explorer 4,450 3,498 27.2 36,542 64,339 -43.2
----- ----- ------ ------
Ford Sport Utility
Vehicles 6,820 7,143 -4.5 57,109 107,611 -46.9
F-Series 33,877 32,727 3.5 295,426 392,698 -24.8
Ranger 2,052 3,915 -47.6 43,916 54,815 -19.9
Econoline/Club Wagon 6,786 7,617 -10.9 66,816 101,419 -34.1
Transit Connect 1,527 0 NA 4,164 0 NA
Low Cab Forward 19 55 -65.5 198 745 -73.4
Heavy Trucks 395 378 4.5 3,279 4,834 -32.2
--- --- ----- -----
Ford Trucks and Vans 44,656 44,692 -0.1 413,799 554,511 -25.4
------ ------ ------- -------
Ford Brand 98,516 102,685 -4.1 1,062,368 1,353,519 -21.5
LINCOLN BRAND SEPTEMBER 2009 U.S. SALES
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September % Year-To-Date %
------------ --------------
2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
MKS 1,316 1,814 -27.5 12,352 6,852 80.3
MKZ 1,536 1,578 -2.7 16,497 24,914 -33.8
Town Car 469 1,031 -54.5 8,695 11,685 -25.6
MKX 1,514 1,753 -13.6 16,388 23,977 -31.7
MKT 455 0 NA 455 0 NA
Navigator 690 1,012 -31.8 4,705 11,737 -59.9
Mark LT 0 383 -100.0 144 3,659 -96.1
-- --- --- -----
Lincoln Brand 5,980 7,571 -21.0 59,236 82,824 -28.5
MERCURY BRAND SEPTEMBER 2009 U.S. SALES
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September % Year-To-Date %
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2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Grand Marquis 2,146 1,599 34.2 17,009 23,091 -26.3
Sable 92 783 -88.3 6,091 13,711 -55.6
Milan 1,574 1,656 -5.0 21,241 25,734 -17.5
Mariner 1,335 1,972 -32.3 21,153 25,294 -16.4
Mountaineer 296 468 -36.8 3,754 9,048 -58.5
--- --- ----- -----
Mercury Brand 5,443 6,478 -16.0 69,248 96,878 -28.5
VOLVO BRAND SEPTEMBER 2009 U.S. SALES
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September % Year-To-Date %
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2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
S40 903 422 114.0 5,900 8,137 -27.5
V50 373 119 213.4 1,629 1,370 18.9
S60 277 470 -41.1 5,809 7,657 -24.1
S80 502 578 -13.1 6,458 8,811 -26.7
V70 128 141 -9.2 1,421 2,672 -46.8
XC60 828 0 NA 5,884 0 NA
XC70 280 661 -57.6 4,577 7,735 -40.8
XC90 882 1,106 -20.3 7,242 15,292 -52.6
C70 226 292 -22.6 4,411 4,898 -9.9
C30 317 265 19.6 3,398 3,456 -1.7
--- --- ----- -----
Volvo Brand 4,716 4,054 16.3 46,729 60,028 -22.2
10-01-09, 10:03 AM
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Thread Starter
Daimler AG
Daimler AG Reports a Total of 17,799 Cars Sold for the Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. for September 2009
- Mercedes-Benz USA Records September Sales of 16,985
- New E--Class with an increase of 28.4 percent in September
- smart USA Records 814 Sales in September
NEW YORK, Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division in the U.S. (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 17,799 units, a decline of 13.4 percent compared to September 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported September sales of 16,985 vehicles. While sales were down 9.6 percent compared to September 2008, the monthly volume was MBUSA's second highest of the year.
The volume leaders for the month were the C-, E-, and M-Class with sales of 5,002, 3,812, and 2,552 respectively. The all-new 9th generation 2010 E-Class continues to exhibit strong sales performance, topping September 2008 by 28.4 percent.
On a year-to-date basis, MBUSA sold 135,413 new vehicles, a decrease of 23.6 percent over the comparable period last year.
smart USA recorded 814 sales in September 2009. Year-to-date sales now total 12,421 units. Since its introduction in the United States, there are over 37,000 smart fortwos traveling the highways throughout America. The smart fortwo offers the right balance of power, outstanding fuel efficiency, innovative safety features, environmental friendliness and excellent value. smart center Kansas City opened in September, bringing the total to 79 smart centers located in 36 states.
Detailed vehicle sales information for MBUSA will be announced later today in a separate press release issued by Mercedes-Benz USA.
SOURCE Daimler Communications
- Mercedes-Benz USA Records September Sales of 16,985
- New E--Class with an increase of 28.4 percent in September
- smart USA Records 814 Sales in September
NEW YORK, Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division in the U.S. (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 17,799 units, a decline of 13.4 percent compared to September 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.
Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported September sales of 16,985 vehicles. While sales were down 9.6 percent compared to September 2008, the monthly volume was MBUSA's second highest of the year.
The volume leaders for the month were the C-, E-, and M-Class with sales of 5,002, 3,812, and 2,552 respectively. The all-new 9th generation 2010 E-Class continues to exhibit strong sales performance, topping September 2008 by 28.4 percent.
On a year-to-date basis, MBUSA sold 135,413 new vehicles, a decrease of 23.6 percent over the comparable period last year.
smart USA recorded 814 sales in September 2009. Year-to-date sales now total 12,421 units. Since its introduction in the United States, there are over 37,000 smart fortwos traveling the highways throughout America. The smart fortwo offers the right balance of power, outstanding fuel efficiency, innovative safety features, environmental friendliness and excellent value. smart center Kansas City opened in September, bringing the total to 79 smart centers located in 36 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
September 2009
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Month Sales % Sales CYTD %
Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
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Mercedes-Benz USA 16,985 18,779 -9.6% 135,413 177,298 -23.6%
----------------- ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- -----
smart USA 814 1,778 -54.2% 12,421 18,156 -31.6%
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Mercedes-Benz USA / smart
USA combined 17,799 20,557 -13.4% 147,834 195,454 -24.4%
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10-01-09, 10:04 AM
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WOrk in progress..blue is updated numbers
July
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...uto-sales.html
June
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...les-sales.html
August
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...les-sales.html
If you are going to take the work compiled here and use it on your/other forum, at least give credit to here/us for the source of the info. Don't just steal the info compiled. Thank you.
Mike
Disclaimer- Some cars blend categories. You might not agree 100% where some are placed. This is informational only, you can decipher it as you please. This is not the golden list. Zeus didn't approve it. Its something I enjoy and like to share with members. Don't cry and run to mommy if you don't like where something is placed. Some cars and categories blend lines with me, I put them where I think they fit best. Yes I may add some cars together for informational purposes. If seeing some Lexus figures bunched together angers you that much you may need to visit a strip club and ask for the "Special" since you are that angry. Thanks
Also before making assumptions, be aware different vehicles have different sales goals and many times its not apples to apples. For instance its easy to say A car is outselling B car but B car might have much lower targets. Be aware of the sales goals.
So far.....
Automaker
Lexus-17,939
Mercedes- 16,985
BMW- 15,047
Cadillac- 11,339 Huge 5k increase!
Buick- 9,455
RX-8,228 (for comparisons sake)
Acura-7,259
Audi- 7,209
Infiniti- 6,610
3 series-6,523(for comparisons sake)
Lincoln- 5,980
Volvo- 4,716
Saab- 484
YTD 2009
Lexus- 149,408
BMW- 144,223
Mercedes- 135,413
Acura- 76,628
Cadillac- 73,024
Buick- 72,389
Infiniti- 59,886
Audi- 59,518 Passed Lincoln, on the way to pass Infiniti
Lincoln- 59,236
Volvo- 46,729
Saab- 6,928
Sub-entry level
TSX-2103
Milan- 1,574
1 series- 1,509
S40-1276(now includes wagon version V50)
A3-362
C30- 317
Could be luxury
Maxima- 5,901
Lucerne- 2,383
CC-2290
Genesis-1,665 (sedan and now coupe) 700 unit drop from last month
Avalon- 1,939
G8- 1,521
Entry Level
3 series (all models)- 6,523 3k drop from last month
C-class- 5,002 (up 500 units)
Lucerne- 4,324
G37 (Sedan/Coupe/Convert)-4,112
A4/A5-3,932
CTS- 3,485
IS- 3,346
ES- 3,046
A4- 2,945
G37 Sedan- 2,831
LaCrosse- 2,383
TL-2,034 (a COMPLETE failure with a 70k sales goal)
MKZ-1,536
HS-1,242 (brand new debut, 24k sales goal)
S60-405(now includes V70 wagon, remember life cycle is over)
9-3- 279
Mid Level
E-class- 3,812 (now includes coupe E-class sales)
5-series 2,861
MKS - 1,316
A6-623
GS- 501
S80-502
M35/45- 447
STS- 434
RL-150
9-5- 67
Flagship
S-class-1,031
LS- 777
7 series- 739
A8-187
Coupe/Convert (new category)
Corvette- 1,585
G37- 1,281
A5- 921
911- 673
CLK-524
6 series-446
Boxster/Cayman- 344
SL-356
Z4-325
C70-226
TT- 179
SLK-128
CL- 105
R8-77
XLR-60
SC-19
Cute Useless Ute
GLK- 1,558
Q5-1,106
X3- 1000
XC60-828
RDX-752
EX- 563
SUV Midsize
RX-8,228
SRX- 2,866 doubles sales
Enclave- 2,748
M-class- 2552
MDX-2220
X5/X6- 1644
MKX- 1,514
X5- 1,393
XC90-882
FX- 811
GX-473
Cayenne- 509 (sized but not priced like one)
X6- 251
[/COLOR]
Cayenne- 541
Tourag-489[/COLOR]
SUV Large
Escalade (All models)- 2,212
GL-1,303
Q7- 743
Navigator- 690
QX-677
MKT (new)- 455
LX- 307
July
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...uto-sales.html
June
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...les-sales.html
August
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...les-sales.html
If you are going to take the work compiled here and use it on your/other forum, at least give credit to here/us for the source of the info. Don't just steal the info compiled. Thank you.
Mike
Disclaimer- Some cars blend categories. You might not agree 100% where some are placed. This is informational only, you can decipher it as you please. This is not the golden list. Zeus didn't approve it. Its something I enjoy and like to share with members. Don't cry and run to mommy if you don't like where something is placed. Some cars and categories blend lines with me, I put them where I think they fit best. Yes I may add some cars together for informational purposes. If seeing some Lexus figures bunched together angers you that much you may need to visit a strip club and ask for the "Special" since you are that angry. Thanks
Also before making assumptions, be aware different vehicles have different sales goals and many times its not apples to apples. For instance its easy to say A car is outselling B car but B car might have much lower targets. Be aware of the sales goals.
So far.....
Automaker
Lexus-17,939
Mercedes- 16,985
BMW- 15,047
Cadillac- 11,339 Huge 5k increase!
Buick- 9,455
RX-8,228 (for comparisons sake)
Acura-7,259
Audi- 7,209
Infiniti- 6,610
3 series-6,523(for comparisons sake)
Lincoln- 5,980
Volvo- 4,716
Saab- 484
YTD 2009
Lexus- 149,408
BMW- 144,223
Mercedes- 135,413
Acura- 76,628
Cadillac- 73,024
Buick- 72,389
Infiniti- 59,886
Audi- 59,518 Passed Lincoln, on the way to pass Infiniti
Lincoln- 59,236
Volvo- 46,729
Saab- 6,928
Sub-entry level
TSX-2103
Milan- 1,574
1 series- 1,509
S40-1276(now includes wagon version V50)
A3-362
C30- 317
Could be luxury
Maxima- 5,901
Lucerne- 2,383
CC-2290
Genesis-1,665 (sedan and now coupe) 700 unit drop from last month
Avalon- 1,939
G8- 1,521
Entry Level
3 series (all models)- 6,523 3k drop from last month
C-class- 5,002 (up 500 units)
Lucerne- 4,324
G37 (Sedan/Coupe/Convert)-4,112
A4/A5-3,932
CTS- 3,485
IS- 3,346
ES- 3,046
A4- 2,945
G37 Sedan- 2,831
LaCrosse- 2,383
TL-2,034 (a COMPLETE failure with a 70k sales goal)
MKZ-1,536
HS-1,242 (brand new debut, 24k sales goal)
S60-405(now includes V70 wagon, remember life cycle is over)
9-3- 279
Mid Level
E-class- 3,812 (now includes coupe E-class sales)
5-series 2,861
MKS - 1,316
A6-623
GS- 501
S80-502
M35/45- 447
STS- 434
RL-150
9-5- 67
Flagship
S-class-1,031
LS- 777
7 series- 739
A8-187
Coupe/Convert (new category)
Corvette- 1,585
G37- 1,281
A5- 921
911- 673
CLK-524
6 series-446
Boxster/Cayman- 344
SL-356
Z4-325
C70-226
TT- 179
SLK-128
CL- 105
R8-77
XLR-60
SC-19
Cute Useless Ute
GLK- 1,558
Q5-1,106
X3- 1000
XC60-828
RDX-752
EX- 563
SUV Midsize
RX-8,228
SRX- 2,866 doubles sales
Enclave- 2,748
M-class- 2552
MDX-2220
X5/X6- 1644
MKX- 1,514
X5- 1,393
XC90-882
FX- 811
GX-473
Cayenne- 509 (sized but not priced like one)
X6- 251
[/COLOR]
Cayenne- 541
Tourag-489[/COLOR]
SUV Large
Escalade (All models)- 2,212
GL-1,303
Q7- 743
Navigator- 690
QX-677
MKT (new)- 455
LX- 307
Last edited by LexFather; 10-02-09 at 06:25 AM.
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10-01-09, 10:04 AM
#8
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Thread Starter
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz Reports September Sales of 16,985
Second Highest Month of the Year
MONTVALE, N.J., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported September sales of 16,985 vehicles. While sales were down 9.6% compared to September 2008, the monthly volume was MBUSA's second highest of the year.
The volume leaders for the month were the C-, E-, and M-Class with sales of 5,002, 3,812, and 2,552 respectively. The all-new 9th generation 2010 E-Class continues to exhibit strong sales performance, topping September 2008 by 28.4%.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 135,413 new vehicles, a decrease of 23.6 percent over the comparable period last year.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 5,318 vehicles in September; a 6.9 percent increase compared to September 2008 sales of 4,973 vehicles. Year-to-date sales for the MBCPO program are 56,728, an 18.3 percent increase over 2008 year-to-date sales (47,946 vehicles).
SOURCE Mercedes-Benz USA
Second Highest Month of the Year
MONTVALE, N.J., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported September sales of 16,985 vehicles. While sales were down 9.6% compared to September 2008, the monthly volume was MBUSA's second highest of the year.
The volume leaders for the month were the C-, E-, and M-Class with sales of 5,002, 3,812, and 2,552 respectively. The all-new 9th generation 2010 E-Class continues to exhibit strong sales performance, topping September 2008 by 28.4%.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 135,413 new vehicles, a decrease of 23.6 percent over the comparable period last year.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 5,318 vehicles in September; a 6.9 percent increase compared to September 2008 sales of 4,973 vehicles. Year-to-date sales for the MBCPO program are 56,728, an 18.3 percent increase over 2008 year-to-date sales (47,946 vehicles).
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Model Sept. '09 Sept. '08 Monthly % YTD 2009 YTD 2008 Yearly %
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C-CLASS 5,002 6,772 -26.1% 39,434 57,365 -31.3%
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------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ -----
E-CLASS 3,812 2,968 28.4% 26,740 30,750 -13.0%
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S-CLASS 1,101 1,591 -30.8% 7,806 14,507 -46.2%
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-------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- -----
CL-CLASS 105 221 -52.5% 1,052 2,176 -51.7%
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SL-CLASS 356 357 -0.3% 3,107 4,736 -34.4%
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CLK-CLASS 524 614 -14.7% 6,442 8,392 -23.2%
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SLK-CLASS 128 302 -57.6% 2,203 4,166 -47.1%
--------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- -----
--------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- -----
CLS-CLASS 227 300 -24.3% 2,159 4,793 -55.0%
--------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- -----
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R-CLASS 271 500 -45.8% 2,338 6,503 -64.0%
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M-CLASS 2,552 2,981 -14.4% 17,407 25,498 -31.7%
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G-CLASS 46 36 27.8% 435 652 -33.3%
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-------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ -----
GL-CLASS 1,303 2,137 -39.0% 10,275 17,760 -42.1%
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GLK-CLASS 1,558 - - 16,015 - -
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GRAND TOTAL 16,985 18,779 -9.6% 135,413 177,298 -23.6%
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10-01-09, 10:06 AM
#9
Super Moderator
Thread Starter
Chrysler Group LLC
Chrysler Group LLC Reports September 2009 U.S. Sales
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ --
Chrysler Group increases market share compared with August 2009
Jeep® Wrangler sales up 7 percent compared with August 2009, continues to lead the segment in sales
Jeep Grand Cherokee sales increase 23 percent versus September 2008
Dodge Challenger sales increase 57 percent versus August 2009
Dodge Charger sales up 16 percent compared with the August 2009
The Jeep® Wrangler continued its strong sales trend in September with 6,002 units sold, a 7 percent increase compared with August 2009. Wrangler continues to be tops in market share in the compact sport-utility vehicle (SUV) segment.
In addition to Jeep Wrangler's strong showing in September, Jeep Grand Cherokee sales (5,601 units) increased 23 percent compared with the same time period in 2008.
Dodge Challenger sales (1,778 units) increased 57 percent compared with August 2009, and the Dodge Charger saw increased sales (7,507 units) of 16 percent compared with August 2009.
Mopar U.S. net sales were even compared with August 2009, balancing tough market conditions with the launch of several campaigns that were successfully implemented through the full commitment of the dealer network. Digital owners' manuals were announced for all 2010 model-year vehicles, a move that will save 930 tons of paper or 20,000 trees annually. Buyers of 2010 Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles will receive a digitized owner's manual on a DVD and a full-color guide, eliminating the bulky paper version. Separately, at the Frankfurt Motor Show last month, Mopar showcased a "Moparized" Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and a Jeep Liberty.
Chrysler Group LLC reported total U.S. sales of 62,197 units, a decrease of 42 percent compared with September 2008. The company finished the month with 138,456 units in inventory, representing a 56-day supply. Inventory is down 64 percent versus September 2008 when it totaled 381,365 units. Overall industry sales figures for September are projected to come in at an estimated 9.4 million SAAR.
"While we had some bright spots in September, it was still a challenging sales environment for the industry," said Peter Fong, President and Chief Executive Officer-Chrysler Brand and Lead Executive for the Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC. "Low inventories of popular models at the start of the month hampered Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge sales, however, the company responded with increased production. The company finished the month with increased market share compared with August 2009.
"We believe the remainder of 2009 will continue to be a challenge for the U.S. automotive market. Credit markets have thawed slightly, but still remain tight, and consumer confidence, as we saw in September, is tenuous," Fong added.
Incentives
In October, Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealers continue to offer competitive lease rates on all 2010 model year vehicles.
"Consumers are responding to Chrysler Group's return to leasing, appreciating the flexibility this financing option gives them," said Steven Beahm, Vice President-Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC.
Featured vehicles with special lease rates through Nov. 2, 2009 are:
Chrysler Town & Country
Dodge Grand Caravan, Nitro and Journey
Jeep Liberty
2010 Model Year Chrysler Vehicles:
Beginning today, the Chrysler brand offers consumers a variety of financing options that will fit almost every situation. On select 2010 models, consumers can choose 0 percent financing for up to 36 months through GMAC Financial Services plus consumer cash of up to $1,000, or they can choose consumer cash of up to $2,000. Attractive financing rates also are available through GMAC Financial Services on all 2010 model year Chrysler vehicles.
2010 Model Year Dodge Vehicles:
On select 2010 model Dodge vehicles, consumer cash of up to $2,000 or attractive financing rates through GMAC Financial Services on all 2010 model Dodge vehicles are available effective today.
2010 Model Year Jeep Vehicles:
Beginning today, the Jeep brand is offering consumers a variety of financing options on select 2010 model year Jeep vehicles. Options include 0 percent financing for up to 36 months through GMAC Financial Services plus consumer cash of up to $1,000, or consumer cash of up to $3,000. Attractive financing rates through GMAC Financial Services also are available on all 2010 model year Jeep vehicles.
Current Jeep vehicle owners also are eligible for $1,000 Owner Loyalty Bonus Cash available to use toward the purchase or lease of select 2009 and 2010 model year vehicles.
2009 Model Year Vehicles:
Chrysler Group is offering 0 percent financing for up to 72 months through GMAC Financial Services or up to $4,500 consumer cash on select 2009 model year Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles.
The above incentives are valid Oct. 1 through Nov. 2, 2009.
October also marks the start of "National Car Care Month." Mopar, in association with the Car Care Council, encourages consumers to visit their local Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealer for special promotions on genuine, authorized Mopar parts and service, which will help prepare their vehicle for the upcoming winter months. October is also "Tire Month," and Mopar is providing exclusive tire offers for consumers.
SOURCE Chrysler Group LLC
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ --
Chrysler Group increases market share compared with August 2009
Jeep® Wrangler sales up 7 percent compared with August 2009, continues to lead the segment in sales
Jeep Grand Cherokee sales increase 23 percent versus September 2008
Dodge Challenger sales increase 57 percent versus August 2009
Dodge Charger sales up 16 percent compared with the August 2009
The Jeep® Wrangler continued its strong sales trend in September with 6,002 units sold, a 7 percent increase compared with August 2009. Wrangler continues to be tops in market share in the compact sport-utility vehicle (SUV) segment.
In addition to Jeep Wrangler's strong showing in September, Jeep Grand Cherokee sales (5,601 units) increased 23 percent compared with the same time period in 2008.
Dodge Challenger sales (1,778 units) increased 57 percent compared with August 2009, and the Dodge Charger saw increased sales (7,507 units) of 16 percent compared with August 2009.
Mopar U.S. net sales were even compared with August 2009, balancing tough market conditions with the launch of several campaigns that were successfully implemented through the full commitment of the dealer network. Digital owners' manuals were announced for all 2010 model-year vehicles, a move that will save 930 tons of paper or 20,000 trees annually. Buyers of 2010 Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles will receive a digitized owner's manual on a DVD and a full-color guide, eliminating the bulky paper version. Separately, at the Frankfurt Motor Show last month, Mopar showcased a "Moparized" Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and a Jeep Liberty.
Chrysler Group LLC reported total U.S. sales of 62,197 units, a decrease of 42 percent compared with September 2008. The company finished the month with 138,456 units in inventory, representing a 56-day supply. Inventory is down 64 percent versus September 2008 when it totaled 381,365 units. Overall industry sales figures for September are projected to come in at an estimated 9.4 million SAAR.
"While we had some bright spots in September, it was still a challenging sales environment for the industry," said Peter Fong, President and Chief Executive Officer-Chrysler Brand and Lead Executive for the Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC. "Low inventories of popular models at the start of the month hampered Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge sales, however, the company responded with increased production. The company finished the month with increased market share compared with August 2009.
"We believe the remainder of 2009 will continue to be a challenge for the U.S. automotive market. Credit markets have thawed slightly, but still remain tight, and consumer confidence, as we saw in September, is tenuous," Fong added.
Incentives
In October, Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealers continue to offer competitive lease rates on all 2010 model year vehicles.
"Consumers are responding to Chrysler Group's return to leasing, appreciating the flexibility this financing option gives them," said Steven Beahm, Vice President-Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC.
Featured vehicles with special lease rates through Nov. 2, 2009 are:
Chrysler Town & Country
Dodge Grand Caravan, Nitro and Journey
Jeep Liberty
2010 Model Year Chrysler Vehicles:
Beginning today, the Chrysler brand offers consumers a variety of financing options that will fit almost every situation. On select 2010 models, consumers can choose 0 percent financing for up to 36 months through GMAC Financial Services plus consumer cash of up to $1,000, or they can choose consumer cash of up to $2,000. Attractive financing rates also are available through GMAC Financial Services on all 2010 model year Chrysler vehicles.
2010 Model Year Dodge Vehicles:
On select 2010 model Dodge vehicles, consumer cash of up to $2,000 or attractive financing rates through GMAC Financial Services on all 2010 model Dodge vehicles are available effective today.
2010 Model Year Jeep Vehicles:
Beginning today, the Jeep brand is offering consumers a variety of financing options on select 2010 model year Jeep vehicles. Options include 0 percent financing for up to 36 months through GMAC Financial Services plus consumer cash of up to $1,000, or consumer cash of up to $3,000. Attractive financing rates through GMAC Financial Services also are available on all 2010 model year Jeep vehicles.
Current Jeep vehicle owners also are eligible for $1,000 Owner Loyalty Bonus Cash available to use toward the purchase or lease of select 2009 and 2010 model year vehicles.
2009 Model Year Vehicles:
Chrysler Group is offering 0 percent financing for up to 72 months through GMAC Financial Services or up to $4,500 consumer cash on select 2009 model year Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge vehicles.
The above incentives are valid Oct. 1 through Nov. 2, 2009.
October also marks the start of "National Car Care Month." Mopar, in association with the Car Care Council, encourages consumers to visit their local Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealer for special promotions on genuine, authorized Mopar parts and service, which will help prepare their vehicle for the upcoming winter months. October is also "Tire Month," and Mopar is providing exclusive tire offers for consumers.
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Chrysler Group LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru September 2009
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Month Sales Vol % Sales CYTD Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
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Sebring 1,451 5,450 -73% 17,431 61,428 -72%
300 3,411 4,287 -20% 29,322 51,807 -43%
Crossfire 127 113 12% 499 1,566 -68%
PT Cruiser 258 2,410 -89% 16,760 42,345 -60%
Aspen 143 1,313 -89% 5,852 17,681 -67%
Pacifica 45 544 -92% 1,955 5,621 -65%
Town & Country 3,611 9,229 -61% 61,715 95,287 -35%
CHRYSLER BRAND 9,046 23,346 -61% 133,534 275,735 -52%
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Compass 101 993 -90% 10,025 22,389 -55%
Patriot 1,377 3,190 -57% 25,596 47,344 -46%
Wrangler 6,002 6,130 -2% 65,045 65,135 0%
Liberty 2,715 4,963 -45% 32,653 54,293 -40%
Grand Cherokee 5,601 4,565 23% 39,890 57,333 -30%
Commander 1,491 1,590 -6% 8,843 22,654 -61%
JEEP BRAND 17,287 21,431 -19% 182,052 269,148 -32%
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Caliber 654 6,129 -89% 29,814 74,069 -60%
Avenger 2,859 4,500 -36% 27,331 53,828 -49%
Charger 7,507 8,118 -8% 46,110 80,220 -43%
Challenger 1,778 2,376 -25% 18,878 8,443 124%
Viper 19 86 -78% 367 872 -58%
Magnum 0 35 -100% 113 6,777 -98%
Dakota 399 622 -36% 8,894 21,626 -59%
Ram P/U 13,452 20,812 -35% 143,205 196,058 -27%
Journey 2,989 4,860 -38% 37,842 35,627 6%
Caravan 4,112 11,056 -63% 64,912 102,398 -37%
Durango 162 616 -74% 3,416 17,339 -80%
Nitro 1,135 2,531 -55% 13,645 30,071 -55%
Sprinter 798 831 -4% 5,403 11,308 -52%
DODGE BRAND 35,864 62,572 -43% 399,930 638,636 -37%
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TOTAL CHRYSLER
GROUP LLC 62,197 107,349 -42% 715,516 1,183,519 -40%
TOTAL CAR 17,806 31,099 -43% 169,867 340,101 -50%
TOTAL TRUCK 44,391 76,250 -42% 545,649 843,418 -35%
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Selling Days 25 24 229 230
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10-01-09, 10:10 AM
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Ford Canada keeps momentum, up 24% http://media.ford.com/article_displa...ticle_id=31115
Overall vehicle sales up 24% compared to last September
Car sales increased 33% compared to same period last year
Ford Focus increased sales by 17%
Ford Fusion sales rose 77%
Ford Taurus sales were up 201%
Ford Mustang sales increased 42%
Ford Escape sales rose 7%, marks the best September on record
Ford Edge sales up 34%, marks the best September on record
Ford Flex sales were up 10%, marks the best September on record
Ford Explorer sales rose 90%
Ford F-150 sales saw an increase of 56%
Lincoln MKS sales increased 60%, marks the best September on record
Lincoln MKX sales rose 26%, marks the best September on record
Overall vehicle sales up 24% compared to last September
Car sales increased 33% compared to same period last year
Ford Focus increased sales by 17%
Ford Fusion sales rose 77%
Ford Taurus sales were up 201%
Ford Mustang sales increased 42%
Ford Escape sales rose 7%, marks the best September on record
Ford Edge sales up 34%, marks the best September on record
Ford Flex sales were up 10%, marks the best September on record
Ford Explorer sales rose 90%
Ford F-150 sales saw an increase of 56%
Lincoln MKS sales increased 60%, marks the best September on record
Lincoln MKX sales rose 26%, marks the best September on record
10-01-09, 10:22 AM
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Chrsyler PR people making up crap...here is the real deal...
SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- Daimler AG (DAI 48.67, -1.64, -3.26%) said Thursday that U.S. September sales fell 13.4% to 17,799 vehicles from 20,557 a year ago. U.S. September Mercedes-Benz brand sales declined 9.6% to 16,985, and Smart car sales plunged 54.2% to 814 vehicles.
Chrysler Group LLC, which is partnered with Fiat SPA (FIAT.Y 13.85, +0.90, +6.95%) , said Thursday that total U.S. September sales plunged 42% to 62,197 vehicles from 107,349 a year ago. For September, U.S. Chrysler brand sales plummeted 61% to 9,046 vehicles, Jeep brand sales declined 19% to 17,287 units, and Dodge sales fell 43% to 35,864 vehicles. Total car sales fell 43% to 17,806 units, and truck sales dropped 42% to 44,391 vehicles.
SAN FRANCISCO (MarketWatch) -- Daimler AG (DAI 48.67, -1.64, -3.26%) said Thursday that U.S. September sales fell 13.4% to 17,799 vehicles from 20,557 a year ago. U.S. September Mercedes-Benz brand sales declined 9.6% to 16,985, and Smart car sales plunged 54.2% to 814 vehicles.
Chrysler Group LLC, which is partnered with Fiat SPA (FIAT.Y 13.85, +0.90, +6.95%) , said Thursday that total U.S. September sales plunged 42% to 62,197 vehicles from 107,349 a year ago. For September, U.S. Chrysler brand sales plummeted 61% to 9,046 vehicles, Jeep brand sales declined 19% to 17,287 units, and Dodge sales fell 43% to 35,864 vehicles. Total car sales fell 43% to 17,806 units, and truck sales dropped 42% to 44,391 vehicles.
10-01-09, 10:26 AM
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Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America Reports Sales for September 2009
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced September sales of 31,511 units, a 27 percent increase compared with September 2008. For the calendar year to-date, Hyundai sales are up 1.4 percent compared to last year. This also marks the ninth consecutive month of significant year-over-year gains in retail market share. Hyundai leads all automotive brands in market share growth this year.
"While consumer demand following the Cash-for-Clunkers program softened during the month of September, we are encouraged with our continued growth in retail share and overall sales through the first nine months of the year," said Dave Zuchowski, vice president of sales. "With our solid product and marketing plans going into the fourth quarter, in addition to the upcoming launch of the all-new Tucson and Sonata, we are cautiously optimistic during these challenging times."
Genesis continued its strong growth trend with sales of 1,665. The fuel-efficient Elantra had an increase of 104 percent versus 2008, while the Santa Fe delivered a significant sales gain of 50 percent leading up to the introduction of the even more fuel-efficient face lifted 2010 model.
SOURCE Hyundai Motor America
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced September sales of 31,511 units, a 27 percent increase compared with September 2008. For the calendar year to-date, Hyundai sales are up 1.4 percent compared to last year. This also marks the ninth consecutive month of significant year-over-year gains in retail market share. Hyundai leads all automotive brands in market share growth this year.
"While consumer demand following the Cash-for-Clunkers program softened during the month of September, we are encouraged with our continued growth in retail share and overall sales through the first nine months of the year," said Dave Zuchowski, vice president of sales. "With our solid product and marketing plans going into the fourth quarter, in addition to the upcoming launch of the all-new Tucson and Sonata, we are cautiously optimistic during these challenging times."
Genesis continued its strong growth trend with sales of 1,665. The fuel-efficient Elantra had an increase of 104 percent versus 2008, while the Santa Fe delivered a significant sales gain of 50 percent leading up to the introduction of the even more fuel-efficient face lifted 2010 model.
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CARLINE SEPTEMBER/2009 SEPTEMBER/2008 CY/2009 CY/2008
ACCENT 4,864 3,014 55,525 44,393
SONATA 7,898 8,629 93,575 97,442
ELANTRA 7,513 3,681 82,706 86,144
TIBURON 37 677 8,579 7,730
SANTA FE 7,010 4,676 58,067 56,629
AZERA 339 483 2,932 13,437
TUCSON 1,583 1,294 12,772 16,247
ENTOURAGE 28 455 3,423 4,360
VERACRUZ 574 827 8,704 8,427
GENESIS 1,665 1,029 15,934 2,855
TOTAL 31,511 24,765 342,217 337,664
10-01-09, 10:42 AM
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Dodge only sold 654 Calibers last month!?!?! 
It was 6,129 last Sept.
They must have sold off their whole Caliber inventory in Aug. from C4C. (it was a popular C4C purchase).
It was 6,129 last Sept.They must have sold off their whole Caliber inventory in Aug. from C4C. (it was a popular C4C purchase).
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