February 2010 Auto Sales Thread (Toyota/Lexus results in)
03-02-10, 08:25 AM
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http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSN...pe=marketsNews
* Overall GM sales up 11.5 percent, core retail up 7 pct
Stocks | Cyclical Consumer Goods
* GM estimates winter storms cut overall sales by 5 pct
* Fleet sales more than double, gain almost 115 pct
DETROIT, March 2 (Reuters) - General Motors Co [GM.UL] on Tuesday posted a nearly 12 percent gain in U.S. February sales, boosted by a doubling in sales to fleet operators and relatively strong demand for newer crossovers like the Chevy Equinox.
Retail sales for GM's core brands -- Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac brands -- were up 7 percent from a year earlier when U.S. auto sales were near the bottom of a punishing slump and the automaker was sliding toward bankruptcy.
The February result marked the fifth consecutive month that GM's four remaining brands posted a retail sales gain, but the automaker said a still-weak market for housing and jobs represented a threat to recovery for the auto industry.
But industry-wide sales for February proved weaker than most analysts had expected in projecting a limited recovery in 2010 starting in the first quarter.
Mike DiGiovanni, GM's sales analyst, said the automaker believed that winter storms across the United States had reduced industry-wide sales by about 5 percent in February.
In addition, he said that the ongoing recalls at Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) had put a damper on overall auto sales in February.
DiGiovanni said GM still believed that the U.S. economy was on track for a gradual recovery with annual sales expected to hit a range of 11.5 million to 12 million vehicles in 2010.
That would be up from an estimated total of 10.7 million in February, including medium-duty work trucks, he said.
"We see the primary risks in housing and employment," DiGiovanni said on a conference call to discuss the sales results. He called U.S. consumer confidence "tepid."
Overall sales for GM's mainstay brands -- Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac -- were up 32 percent.
Fleet sales to operators including rental car agencies more than doubled from a year earlier, increasing almost 115 percent.
Sales of the brands GM has dropped through its U.S. government funded restructuring -- Hummer, Pontiac, Saab and Saturn -- were down 86 percent as dealers sold off remaining inventory.
Those four brands GM has closed or sold off now represent just over 2 percent of the automaker's total U.S. sales.
GM pointed to success in reducing costly sales incentives and increasing pricing, a key to its strategy of becoming profitable at smaller sales levels.
The automaker said its average transaction price was up $4,000 in February compared to a year earlier. At the same time, GM reduced sales incentives, which were just $200 above the industry average in February, executives said.
GM's Domestic Sales Climb 12%
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB1000...LEFTTopStories
General Motors Co. reported a 12% increase in February domestic sales, as Toyota Motor Corp. said it is offering an "aggressive" incentive program for March to try to lure buyers back to its U.S. showrooms.
February was the first full month that rival auto makers were able to take advantage of Toyota's image crisis after the Japanese auto maker recalled 8.5 million cars world-wide because of safety problems.
GM said it sold 141,951 vehicles in the U.S. last month, compared with 127,296 a year earlier. There were 24 selling days in both periods.
February auto sales will be announced today, and while GM and Toyota have traditionally held the top spots, Ford may pull ahead of GM, Neal Boudette reports on the New Hub panel.
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The four brands that GM will keep after its streamlining reported a 32% rise amid strength for crossover vehicles and cars. Among those brands, Buick posted a 47% sales surge. Cadillac and Chevrolet reported 32% increases, while GMC had 26% growth. GM said combined retail sales for the quartet rose 7%, marking the fifth-straight month of such gains.
U.S. inventories as of Sunday totaled 420,000, up 7.7% from a month earlier but slightly more than half the prior-year level.
The latest data come as GM on Tuesday is expected to announce a shakeup of its sales and marketing operations in a bid to jump-start growth and market-share gains in North America, a person familiar with the matter told The Wall Street Journal. The likely changes were first reported by Automotive News.
Other auto makers are to release their February sales data later Tuesday.
Meanwhile, a Toyota representative said in an email to dealers in the Chicago region that the March incentive program is "the most aggressive incentive program in our history," but acknowledged that the cash offers would be reduced in favor of low-rate financing.
The Japanese auto maker is offering free financing for five years on eight 2010 model-year vehicles, cash back of between $500 to $3,000 on nine models and a two-year free maintenance offer for returning customers, according to a document provided to a dealer. The offers could vary depending on the region of the U.S.
The offers come as Toyota executives were preparing to testify Tuesday before a third congressional committee about the company's safety problems. Toyota's sales last month were expected to fall at least 10% from a year earlier.
* Overall GM sales up 11.5 percent, core retail up 7 pct
Stocks | Cyclical Consumer Goods
* GM estimates winter storms cut overall sales by 5 pct
* Fleet sales more than double, gain almost 115 pct
DETROIT, March 2 (Reuters) - General Motors Co [GM.UL] on Tuesday posted a nearly 12 percent gain in U.S. February sales, boosted by a doubling in sales to fleet operators and relatively strong demand for newer crossovers like the Chevy Equinox.
Retail sales for GM's core brands -- Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac brands -- were up 7 percent from a year earlier when U.S. auto sales were near the bottom of a punishing slump and the automaker was sliding toward bankruptcy.
The February result marked the fifth consecutive month that GM's four remaining brands posted a retail sales gain, but the automaker said a still-weak market for housing and jobs represented a threat to recovery for the auto industry.
But industry-wide sales for February proved weaker than most analysts had expected in projecting a limited recovery in 2010 starting in the first quarter.
Mike DiGiovanni, GM's sales analyst, said the automaker believed that winter storms across the United States had reduced industry-wide sales by about 5 percent in February.
In addition, he said that the ongoing recalls at Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) had put a damper on overall auto sales in February.
DiGiovanni said GM still believed that the U.S. economy was on track for a gradual recovery with annual sales expected to hit a range of 11.5 million to 12 million vehicles in 2010.
That would be up from an estimated total of 10.7 million in February, including medium-duty work trucks, he said.
"We see the primary risks in housing and employment," DiGiovanni said on a conference call to discuss the sales results. He called U.S. consumer confidence "tepid."
Overall sales for GM's mainstay brands -- Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac -- were up 32 percent.
Fleet sales to operators including rental car agencies more than doubled from a year earlier, increasing almost 115 percent.
Sales of the brands GM has dropped through its U.S. government funded restructuring -- Hummer, Pontiac, Saab and Saturn -- were down 86 percent as dealers sold off remaining inventory.
Those four brands GM has closed or sold off now represent just over 2 percent of the automaker's total U.S. sales.
GM pointed to success in reducing costly sales incentives and increasing pricing, a key to its strategy of becoming profitable at smaller sales levels.
The automaker said its average transaction price was up $4,000 in February compared to a year earlier. At the same time, GM reduced sales incentives, which were just $200 above the industry average in February, executives said.
GM's Domestic Sales Climb 12%
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB1000...LEFTTopStories
General Motors Co. reported a 12% increase in February domestic sales, as Toyota Motor Corp. said it is offering an "aggressive" incentive program for March to try to lure buyers back to its U.S. showrooms.
February was the first full month that rival auto makers were able to take advantage of Toyota's image crisis after the Japanese auto maker recalled 8.5 million cars world-wide because of safety problems.
GM said it sold 141,951 vehicles in the U.S. last month, compared with 127,296 a year earlier. There were 24 selling days in both periods.
February auto sales will be announced today, and while GM and Toyota have traditionally held the top spots, Ford may pull ahead of GM, Neal Boudette reports on the New Hub panel.
More
The four brands that GM will keep after its streamlining reported a 32% rise amid strength for crossover vehicles and cars. Among those brands, Buick posted a 47% sales surge. Cadillac and Chevrolet reported 32% increases, while GMC had 26% growth. GM said combined retail sales for the quartet rose 7%, marking the fifth-straight month of such gains.
U.S. inventories as of Sunday totaled 420,000, up 7.7% from a month earlier but slightly more than half the prior-year level.
The latest data come as GM on Tuesday is expected to announce a shakeup of its sales and marketing operations in a bid to jump-start growth and market-share gains in North America, a person familiar with the matter told The Wall Street Journal. The likely changes were first reported by Automotive News.
Other auto makers are to release their February sales data later Tuesday.
Meanwhile, a Toyota representative said in an email to dealers in the Chicago region that the March incentive program is "the most aggressive incentive program in our history," but acknowledged that the cash offers would be reduced in favor of low-rate financing.
The Japanese auto maker is offering free financing for five years on eight 2010 model-year vehicles, cash back of between $500 to $3,000 on nine models and a two-year free maintenance offer for returning customers, according to a document provided to a dealer. The offers could vary depending on the region of the U.S.
The offers come as Toyota executives were preparing to testify Tuesday before a third congressional committee about the company's safety problems. Toyota's sales last month were expected to fall at least 10% from a year earlier.
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03-02-10, 08:31 AM
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If I remember correctly when the TSX first came out it was in the same category as the IS and 3 series. Only later when 1 series and other models came out that the new sub entry level category was created.
But for the price and drivetrain configuration, any objective person would lump the TSX in the same category. Magazines may not compare them but shoppers certainly do.
The lumping of any car with into any category doesn't really matter - most folks come here for the numbers and we all appreciate all the work that goes into that.
But for the price and drivetrain configuration, any objective person would lump the TSX in the same category. Magazines may not compare them but shoppers certainly do.
The lumping of any car with into any category doesn't really matter - most folks come here for the numbers and we all appreciate all the work that goes into that.
Sure it was (still is) a good car and sure some people cross shopped it. It was never a direct competitor nor a threat to the 3 or IS. The TL is the car that has always been in the price range and comparisons vs the 3/IS (even if the size is larger, just like a CTS or G35/37)/.
The 3 series and IS have;
I-6/V-6
V-8
coupes
convertibles
M/F
M sport/F sport OEM parts
RWD
AWD
The TSX is only a sedan, only FWD much cheaper in price and finally offers a V-6 option.
Apples to oranges.
Again this is no diss to it. It is a good car and owners seem to love it.
Last edited by LexFather; 03-02-10 at 08:38 AM.
03-02-10, 08:36 AM
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MOTOR SHOW: Peugeot Exec: German Auto Market Down 30% In Feb
http://online.wsj.com/article/BT-CO-...atestheadlines
By David Pearson
Of DOW JONES NEWSWIRES
GENEVA (Dow Jones)--The German automobile market plunged 30% on the year in February, partly reflecting the end of German government scrapping incentives last autumn, a senior PSA Peugeot-Citroen (UG.FR) executive said Tuesday.
Jean-Marc Gales, executive vice-president of sales, marketing and aftersales told a group of journalists at the Geneva Motor Show that March is likely to be "very weak" too. "It's not a big surprise. Everyone knew it was coming," Gales said.
Earlier Tuesday, Peugeot-Citroen Chief Executive Philippe Varin said he expects the German market to contract between 25% and 30% in 2010 as sales adjust to more natural levels after the artificial boost from incentives in 2008.
Gales said Peugeot-Citroen still aims to maintain the 6.3% German market share it had in 2008, up from 5.7% in 2008.
"But I told our dealers in February not to push sales too much to preserve profit margins," he said. "Trying to chase market share in a depressed market with deep discounts costs far too much," he said.
http://online.wsj.com/article/BT-CO-...atestheadlines
http://online.wsj.com/article/BT-CO-...atestheadlines
By David Pearson
Of DOW JONES NEWSWIRES
GENEVA (Dow Jones)--The German automobile market plunged 30% on the year in February, partly reflecting the end of German government scrapping incentives last autumn, a senior PSA Peugeot-Citroen (UG.FR) executive said Tuesday.
Jean-Marc Gales, executive vice-president of sales, marketing and aftersales told a group of journalists at the Geneva Motor Show that March is likely to be "very weak" too. "It's not a big surprise. Everyone knew it was coming," Gales said.
Earlier Tuesday, Peugeot-Citroen Chief Executive Philippe Varin said he expects the German market to contract between 25% and 30% in 2010 as sales adjust to more natural levels after the artificial boost from incentives in 2008.
Gales said Peugeot-Citroen still aims to maintain the 6.3% German market share it had in 2008, up from 5.7% in 2008.
"But I told our dealers in February not to push sales too much to preserve profit margins," he said. "Trying to chase market share in a depressed market with deep discounts costs far too much," he said.
http://online.wsj.com/article/BT-CO-...atestheadlines
03-02-10, 08:45 AM
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Subaru posts strong February sales
By MAX SHOWALTER • mshowalter@jconline.com • March 2, 2010
The sale of Subaru vehicles continues to skyrocket.
A report released this morning by Subaru of America Inc. shows the company sold 18,098 units last month - a whopping 38.7 percent increase over the 13,089 sold in February of last year.
Among models manufactured at the Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. plant in Lafayette:
• Sales of the Outback increased by 159.06 percent, from 2,389 in February 2009 to 6,189 last month.
• Sales of the Legacy line registered 2,615 last month. That's an increase of 95 percent from the 1,341 sold in February a year ago.
• Sales of the Tribeca fell by 60.32 percent, from 441 in February of 2009 to 175 last month.
Among Japanese-made Subaru vehicles; sales of the Forester increased by 5.64 percent, from 5,978 in February of last year to 6,315 last month.
Sales of the Impreza model dropped by 4.63 percent, to 2,804 units last month after totaling 2,940 in February of 2009.
http://www.jconline.com/article/2010...NESS/100302008
By MAX SHOWALTER • mshowalter@jconline.com • March 2, 2010
The sale of Subaru vehicles continues to skyrocket.
A report released this morning by Subaru of America Inc. shows the company sold 18,098 units last month - a whopping 38.7 percent increase over the 13,089 sold in February of last year.
Among models manufactured at the Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc. plant in Lafayette:
• Sales of the Outback increased by 159.06 percent, from 2,389 in February 2009 to 6,189 last month.
• Sales of the Legacy line registered 2,615 last month. That's an increase of 95 percent from the 1,341 sold in February a year ago.
• Sales of the Tribeca fell by 60.32 percent, from 441 in February of 2009 to 175 last month.
Among Japanese-made Subaru vehicles; sales of the Forester increased by 5.64 percent, from 5,978 in February of last year to 6,315 last month.
Sales of the Impreza model dropped by 4.63 percent, to 2,804 units last month after totaling 2,940 in February of 2009.
http://www.jconline.com/article/2010...NESS/100302008
03-02-10, 09:01 AM
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Kia Motors America Announces Best February Sales Ever
All-New 2011 Sorento CUV is Kia's Best-Selling Vehicle for the Second Consecutive Month
IRVINE, Calif., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced the brand's best February sales ever of 24,052 units, a 9-percent increase over the same period last year and 2.3-percent over the previous February sales record of 23,512 set in 2007. February sales were led for the second consecutive month by the all-new 2011 Sorento CUV, which hit dealerships nationwide in early January and is the brand's first U.S.-built vehicle(1). Sorento posted sales of 8,207 units, an 11-percent increase over January.
"In addition to being our best-selling vehicle for the second month in a row, the all-new Sorento also is bringing new, more affluent customers into our showrooms and indicates the growing interest in the Kia brand," said B.M. Ahn, group president and CEO of KMA and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG). "Having recently celebrated the grand opening of Kia's first U.S.-based manufacturing plant in West Point, Georgia, Sorento's strong performance validates the investments Kia has made in the U.S. market as more and more consumers are recognizing our commitment to quality, safety, design, value and technology."
Kia Motors is in the midst of a dramatic, design-led transformation, which has been delivering dynamically styled vehicles in several important segments at exactly the right time, contributing to the brand's continued gains in U.S. market share. The launch of the all-new 2011 Sorento CUV, the official vehicle of the NBA and the first vehicle to be built at the company's first U.S.-based manufacturing facilities in West Point, Georgia, builds on the momentum established in 2009 with the introduction of the Soul urban passenger vehicle and the Forte compact sedan and two-door Forte Koup.
About Kia Motors America
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 670 dealers throughout the United States. For 2009, KMA recorded its 15th consecutive year of increased U.S. market share. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to Surprise."
SOURCE Kia Motors America
IRVINE, Calif., March 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced the brand's best February sales ever of 24,052 units, a 9-percent increase over the same period last year and 2.3-percent over the previous February sales record of 23,512 set in 2007. February sales were led for the second consecutive month by the all-new 2011 Sorento CUV, which hit dealerships nationwide in early January and is the brand's first U.S.-built vehicle(1). Sorento posted sales of 8,207 units, an 11-percent increase over January.
"In addition to being our best-selling vehicle for the second month in a row, the all-new Sorento also is bringing new, more affluent customers into our showrooms and indicates the growing interest in the Kia brand," said B.M. Ahn, group president and CEO of KMA and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG). "Having recently celebrated the grand opening of Kia's first U.S.-based manufacturing plant in West Point, Georgia, Sorento's strong performance validates the investments Kia has made in the U.S. market as more and more consumers are recognizing our commitment to quality, safety, design, value and technology."
Kia Motors is in the midst of a dramatic, design-led transformation, which has been delivering dynamically styled vehicles in several important segments at exactly the right time, contributing to the brand's continued gains in U.S. market share. The launch of the all-new 2011 Sorento CUV, the official vehicle of the NBA and the first vehicle to be built at the company's first U.S.-based manufacturing facilities in West Point, Georgia, builds on the momentum established in 2009 with the introduction of the Soul urban passenger vehicle and the Forte compact sedan and two-door Forte Koup.
About Kia Motors America
Kia Motors America (KMA) is the marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 670 dealers throughout the United States. For 2009, KMA recorded its 15th consecutive year of increased U.S. market share. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to Surprise."
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MONTH OF FEBRUARY YEAR-TO-DATE
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Model 2010 2009 2010 2009
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Rio 1,949 1,072 4,347 2,728
Spectra 55 2,772 102 8,582
Forte 4,333 n/a 8,064 n/a
Optima 2,471 2,433 5,633 4,631
Amanti 38 1,360 66 1,543
Sportage 1,088 2,783 1,850 6,912
Sorento 159 3,598 632 7,219
MY'11 Sorento 8,207 n/a 15,605 n/a
Sedona 978 6,211 1,906 8,781
Rondo 465 1,339 821 2,996
Borrego 709 471 1,403 743
Soul 3,600 34 5,745 34
Total 24,052 22,073 46,174 44,169
(1) KMMG vehicles are assembled in the United States from U.S.- and globally sourced parts.
03-02-10, 09:03 AM
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Ford
Ford's U.S. Sales Up 43 Percent; Second-Quarter Production Up 144,000 Vehicles Versus Year Ago
DEARBORN, Mich., March 2 /PRNewswire/ --
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury February sales up 43 percent versus year ago and 22 percent higher than January
Ford brand sales up 46 percent versus year ago, Lincoln up 19 percent and Mercury up 24 percent
Cars up 54 percent versus year ago, utilities up 39 percent and trucks up 36 percent
Ford's U.S. market share for February estimated at 17 percent, up 3 percentage points versus a year ago
Retail sales up 28 percent versus a year ago; fleet sales normalizing – up 74 percent versus last February's depressed levels
Second-quarter North American production plan is 595,000 vehicles, up 144,000 vehicles (32 percent) versus a year ago
Higher sales for every brand and in every product category propelled Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) to a 43 percent sales increase in February versus a year ago. Compared with January, Ford's February sales are up 22 percent.
"The strength of our new products and Ford's leadership in quality, fuel efficiency, safety, smart design and value are resonating with customers," said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing Sales and Service. "The good news is we have even more new products and fuel-efficient powertrains coming this year, and we expect our progress to continue."
February sales were higher throughout Ford's line-up. Cars were up 54 percent versus a year ago, utilities were up 39 percent, and trucks were up 36 percent. Among brands, Ford sales were up 46 percent, Lincoln sales were up 19 percent, and Mercury sales were up 24 percent.
Year to date through February, Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 250,050, up 34 percent versus a year ago.
Ford said it remains committed to delivering the freshest line-up of new products in the U.S. industry. New or significantly upgraded vehicles this year include the Ford Fiesta, Focus, Edge and Edge Sport, Explorer, F-Series Super Duty, Transit Connect Electric, Lincoln MKX and an all-new small car for Mercury.
In addition, the company is introducing nine new or upgraded fuel-efficient engines and six new transmissions this year. They include the new 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine, new Mustang V-6 and V-8, new Super Duty 6.7-liter diesel and 6.2-liter gasoline engines.
"This is the most ambitious powertrain upgrade ever undertaken by Ford," said Czubay. "Our goal is to provide our customers with industry-leading fuel economy and performance – and more reasons to shop Ford and buy Ford."
Ford estimates its February U.S. total market share was approximately 17 percent – up 3 percentage points versus a year ago.
In February, Ford sales to retail customers were 28 percent higher versus a year ago, and sales to fleet customers were up 74 percent.
North American Production
In the second quarter of 2010, Ford plans to produce 595,000 vehicles, up 144,000 vehicles (32 percent) versus the same period a year ago. Ford's first quarter production plan is 570,000 vehicles, unchanged from the prior forecast.
Additional Sales Highlights
February sales of the Ford Fusion, Motor Trend's Car of the Year, were more than double year-ago levels (up 116 percent). Fusion set a new February sales record – its 10th monthly sales record in 11 months. The Fusion Hybrid recently was named North American Car of the Year.
Mercury Milan sales were higher than a year ago for the fourth month in a row.
February sales of Ford Mustang and Focus and Lincoln MKZ also were higher.
Ford Taurus sales totaled 6,359, up 93 percent versus a year ago. Since the introduction of the all-new model in August, Taurus sales are nearly double year-ago levels. The average conquest rate for Taurus is 46 percent nationwide and 76 percent on the West Coast.
Ford's F-Series – America's best-selling truck for 33 years in a row and best-selling vehicle (car or truck) for 28 years in row – posted a 39 percent increase in February. In 2009, F-Series increased its leadership position among full-size pickups with a 4 percentage-point gain in segment share, and the F-Series continues to gain share in 2010 with a 6-point gain in January.
Production of the all-new F-Series Super Duty has begun at Ford's Kentucky Truck Plant.
Utility vehicles also posted strong sales increases. In February, Escape sales were up 50 percent versus a year ago, Edge sales were up 67 percent, Flex sales were up 19 percent, and Mercury Mariner sales were up 39 percent. Sales for traditional SUVs (Explorer, Expedition and Navigator) also were higher than a year ago.
Sales for Ford's E-Series van (Econoline/Club Wagon) were up 26 percent versus a year ago. E-Series has been America's best-selling full-size van for 31 years.
Sales of the new Transit Connect – a small commercial van introduced in mid-2009 – totaled 1,338 in February. Ford's share of the commercial van segment is more than 60 percent. Production of a battery-electric Transit Connect begins later this year.
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., March 2 /PRNewswire/ --
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury February sales up 43 percent versus year ago and 22 percent higher than January
Ford brand sales up 46 percent versus year ago, Lincoln up 19 percent and Mercury up 24 percent
Cars up 54 percent versus year ago, utilities up 39 percent and trucks up 36 percent
Ford's U.S. market share for February estimated at 17 percent, up 3 percentage points versus a year ago
Retail sales up 28 percent versus a year ago; fleet sales normalizing – up 74 percent versus last February's depressed levels
Second-quarter North American production plan is 595,000 vehicles, up 144,000 vehicles (32 percent) versus a year ago
Higher sales for every brand and in every product category propelled Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) to a 43 percent sales increase in February versus a year ago. Compared with January, Ford's February sales are up 22 percent.
"The strength of our new products and Ford's leadership in quality, fuel efficiency, safety, smart design and value are resonating with customers," said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing Sales and Service. "The good news is we have even more new products and fuel-efficient powertrains coming this year, and we expect our progress to continue."
February sales were higher throughout Ford's line-up. Cars were up 54 percent versus a year ago, utilities were up 39 percent, and trucks were up 36 percent. Among brands, Ford sales were up 46 percent, Lincoln sales were up 19 percent, and Mercury sales were up 24 percent.
Year to date through February, Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 250,050, up 34 percent versus a year ago.
Ford said it remains committed to delivering the freshest line-up of new products in the U.S. industry. New or significantly upgraded vehicles this year include the Ford Fiesta, Focus, Edge and Edge Sport, Explorer, F-Series Super Duty, Transit Connect Electric, Lincoln MKX and an all-new small car for Mercury.
In addition, the company is introducing nine new or upgraded fuel-efficient engines and six new transmissions this year. They include the new 2.0-liter EcoBoost engine, new Mustang V-6 and V-8, new Super Duty 6.7-liter diesel and 6.2-liter gasoline engines.
"This is the most ambitious powertrain upgrade ever undertaken by Ford," said Czubay. "Our goal is to provide our customers with industry-leading fuel economy and performance – and more reasons to shop Ford and buy Ford."
Ford estimates its February U.S. total market share was approximately 17 percent – up 3 percentage points versus a year ago.
In February, Ford sales to retail customers were 28 percent higher versus a year ago, and sales to fleet customers were up 74 percent.
North American Production
In the second quarter of 2010, Ford plans to produce 595,000 vehicles, up 144,000 vehicles (32 percent) versus the same period a year ago. Ford's first quarter production plan is 570,000 vehicles, unchanged from the prior forecast.
Additional Sales Highlights
February sales of the Ford Fusion, Motor Trend's Car of the Year, were more than double year-ago levels (up 116 percent). Fusion set a new February sales record – its 10th monthly sales record in 11 months. The Fusion Hybrid recently was named North American Car of the Year.
Mercury Milan sales were higher than a year ago for the fourth month in a row.
February sales of Ford Mustang and Focus and Lincoln MKZ also were higher.
Ford Taurus sales totaled 6,359, up 93 percent versus a year ago. Since the introduction of the all-new model in August, Taurus sales are nearly double year-ago levels. The average conquest rate for Taurus is 46 percent nationwide and 76 percent on the West Coast.
Ford's F-Series – America's best-selling truck for 33 years in a row and best-selling vehicle (car or truck) for 28 years in row – posted a 39 percent increase in February. In 2009, F-Series increased its leadership position among full-size pickups with a 4 percentage-point gain in segment share, and the F-Series continues to gain share in 2010 with a 6-point gain in January.
Production of the all-new F-Series Super Duty has begun at Ford's Kentucky Truck Plant.
Utility vehicles also posted strong sales increases. In February, Escape sales were up 50 percent versus a year ago, Edge sales were up 67 percent, Flex sales were up 19 percent, and Mercury Mariner sales were up 39 percent. Sales for traditional SUVs (Explorer, Expedition and Navigator) also were higher than a year ago.
Sales for Ford's E-Series van (Econoline/Club Wagon) were up 26 percent versus a year ago. E-Series has been America's best-selling full-size van for 31 years.
Sales of the new Transit Connect – a small commercial van introduced in mid-2009 – totaled 1,338 in February. Ford's share of the commercial van segment is more than 60 percent. Production of a battery-electric Transit Connect begins later this year.
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 FEBRUARY 2010 U.S. SALES
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February % Year-To-Date %
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2010 2009 Change 2010 2009 Change
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Sales By Brand
Ford 123,507 84,422 46.3 223,395 163,744 36.4
Lincoln 6,681 5,633 18.6 13,717 11,724 17.0
Mercury 7,456 5,989 24.5 12,938 11,172 15.8
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Total Ford, Lincoln and
Mercury 137,644 96,044 43.3 250,050 186,640 34.0
Volvo 4,641 3,356 38.3 8,769 6,266 39.9
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Total Ford Motor
Company 142,285 99,400 43.1 258,819 192,906 34.2
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury
Sales By Type
Cars 53,241 34,678 53.5 94,291 63,385 48.8
Utilities 38,204 27,432 39.3 70,192 54,862 27.9
Trucks 46,199 33,934 36.1 85,567 68,393 25.1
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Total Vehicles 137,644 96,044 43.3 250,050 186,640 34.0
FORD BRAND FEBRUARY 2010 U.S. SALES
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February % Year-To-Date %
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2010 2009 Change 2010 2009 Change
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Focus 13,708 9,904 38.4 24,097 17,673 36.3
Fusion 16,459 7,603 116.5 28,638 15,755 81.8
Taurus 6,359 3,290 93.3 10,127 4,995 102.7
Mustang 5,115 2,990 71.1 9,862 5,934 66.2
Crown Victoria 2,504 3,272 -23.5 5,648 4,918 14.8
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Ford Cars 44,145 27,059 63.1 78,372 49,275 59.1
Escape 15,156 10,090 50.2 25,909 18,450 40.4
Edge 8,694 5,214 66.7 14,937 10,187 46.6
Flex 2,802 2,352 19.1 5,254 4,811 9.2
Taurus X 1 1,160 -99.9 1 2,039 -100.0
Explorer 4,038 3,073 31.4 8,285 6,760 22.6
Expedition 2,472 1,564 58.1 5,070 3,941 28.6
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Ford Utilities 33,163 23,453 41.4 59,456 46,188 28.7
F-Series 32,895 23,614 39.3 60,525 48,851 23.9
Ranger 3,706 3,597 3.0 7,849 6,410 22.4
Econoline/Club Wagon 7,981 6,349 25.7 14,158 12,205 16.0
Transit Connect 1,338 0 NA 2,499 0 NA
Low Cab Forward 14 10 40.0 21 29 -27.6
Heavy Trucks 265 340 -22.1 515 786 -34.5
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Ford Trucks 46,199 33,910 36.2 85,567 68,281 25.3
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Ford Brand 123,507 84,422 46.3 223,395 163,744 36.4
LINCOLN BRAND FEBRUARY 2010 U.S. SALES
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February % Year-To-Date %
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2010 2009 Change 2010 2009 Change
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MKZ 1,761 1,145 53.8 3,101 2,706 14.6
MKS 1,183 1,346 -12.1 2,463 2,881 -14.5
Town Car 1,097 1,084 1.2 1,874 1,594 17.6
MKX 1,452 1,669 -13.0 3,650 3,404 7.2
MKT 647 0 NA 1,362 0 NA
Navigator 541 365 48.2 1,267 1,027 23.4
Mark LT 0 24 -100.0 0 112 -100.0
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Lincoln Brand 6,681 5,633 18.6 13,717 11,724 17.0
MERCURY BRAND FEBRUARY 2010 U.S. SALES
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February % Year-To-Date %
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2010 2009 Change 2010 2009 Change
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Milan 2,675 1,340 99.6 4,556 3,018 51.0
Grand Marquis 2,371 1,433 65.5 3,907 2,158 81.0
Sable 9 1,271 -99.3 18 1,753 -99.0
Mariner 2,096 1,508 39.0 3,842 3,249 18.3
Mountaineer 305 437 -30.2 615 994 -38.1
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Mercury Brand 7,456 5,989 24.5 12,938 11,172 15.8
VOLVO BRAND FEBRUARY 2010 U.S. SALES
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February % Year-To-Date %
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2010 2009 Change 2010 2009 Change
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S40 657 491 33.8 1,262 891 41.6
V50 252 128 96.9 405 264 53.4
S60 17 273 -93.8 23 548 -95.8
S80 662 671 -1.3 1,194 1,144 4.4
V70 93 71 31.0 189 162 16.7
XC60 667 235 183.8 1,156 235 391.9
XC70 576 369 56.1 1,193 839 42.2
XC90 680 665 2.3 1,513 1,238 22.2
C70 710 253 180.6 1,063 525 102.5
C30 327 200 63.5 771 420 83.6
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Volvo Brand 4,641 3,356 38.3 8,769 6,266 39.9
03-02-10, 09:19 AM
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Ford: Canada
February Highlights:
* Overall vehicle sales up 51%
* Total car sales rose 59%
* Total truck sales increased 49%
* Ford Focus sales were up 43%
* Ford Fusion sales rose 99%, for best February on record
* Ford Taurus sales increased 162%, for best February on record
* Ford Edge sales rose 104%, for best February on record
* Ford Escape sales increased 29%, for best February on record
* Ford Ranger sales were up 72%
* Ford F-Series sales increased 49%, for best February on record
* Lincoln MKZ sales rose 65%
* Lincoln MKS sales were up 39%, for best February on record
* Lincoln MKX sales increased 232%, for best February on record
OAKVILLE, Ontario, March 2, 2010 – Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited saw sales jump 51 per cent compared to last February, marking nine consecutive months of retail sales gain. February also saw record-breaking sales for several vehicles across the lineup including: the Ford Fusion, Taurus, Edge, Escape, F-Series, Lincoln MKS and MKX. Overall sales of cars increased 59.7 per cent compared to last February and total truck sales jumped 49.2 per cent. Market share also increased for the sixteenth consecutive month at Ford of Canada as the company finishes number one in Canada for the month of February.* Overall vehicle sales up 51%
* Total car sales rose 59%
* Total truck sales increased 49%
* Ford Focus sales were up 43%
* Ford Fusion sales rose 99%, for best February on record
* Ford Taurus sales increased 162%, for best February on record
* Ford Edge sales rose 104%, for best February on record
* Ford Escape sales increased 29%, for best February on record
* Ford Ranger sales were up 72%
* Ford F-Series sales increased 49%, for best February on record
* Lincoln MKZ sales rose 65%
* Lincoln MKS sales were up 39%, for best February on record
* Lincoln MKX sales increased 232%, for best February on record
"We remain focused on what customers want and value and we're seeing those efforts pay off," said David Mondragon, president and CEO, Ford of Canada. "With the freshest showroom in the industry, we are confident the Ford lineup will continue to deliver positive results throughout the year."
This year, Ford will introduce new or upgraded engines and new transmissions, new innovative technologies, three all-new products as well as three major product refreshes, including the spring launch of the 2011 Ford F-Series Super Duty.
With this addition, Ford Super Duty will be the leader in torque, horsepower, fuel economy, towing and payload with the all-new Ford-engineered, Ford-designed, Ford-built 6.7-litre Power Stroke® V-8 turbocharged diesel engine as well as the all-new 6.2-litre V-8 gas engine.
03-02-10, 10:13 AM
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Honda/Acura
American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted February sales of 80,671, an increase of 12.7 percent when compared to February 2009 results of 71,575, the company announced today. American Honda year-to-date sales of 148,150 represent an increase of 8.2 percent based on the daily selling rate*.
Honda Division posted February sales of 71,732, an increase of 12.2 percent versus February 2009. The Accord lineup resulted in the most sales of any Honda nameplate for the month with 22,456, an increase of 40.6 percent. Additional models with year-over-year sales increases included the Civic, up 5.0 percent to 16,471; and the Odyssey, up 11.4 percent to 7,452.
"A year ago the economy and our industry were at a low point marked with great uncertainty," said John Mendel, executive vice president of sales for American Honda. "While we remain cautious, we're happy to see customers actively seeking Honda products like the all-new Accord Crosstour."
Acura Division sales increased 16.7 percent to 8,939. The MDX led the division with sales of 3,266, an increase of 64.9 percent.
*The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 24 days for February 2010 and 24 days for 2009. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 48 days for 2010, versus 50 days for 2009. All percentages reflect DSR.
03-02-10, 10:14 AM
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VW Says U.S. Sales Rose More Than 25% in February (Update1)
March 01, 2010, 2:52 PM EST
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By Mike Ramsey
March 1 (Bloomberg) -- Volkswagen AG’s U.S. sales for its namesake brand increased more than 25 percent last month, the automaker’s chief operating officer for the market said.
The brand benefited from demand for the CC car, diesel- powered Jetta sedan and Golf hatchback, said Mark Barnes, the Volkswagen Group of America executive, in an interview today. That increase follows a 41 percent jump in January.
Volkwagen, Europe’s largest carmaker, this year is building toward a goal of boosting U.S. sales to 400,000 in 2012. The Wolfsburg, Germany-based company sold 213,454 vehicles in the market last year, a 4.3 percent decline as the industrywide total tumbled 21 percent.
“Some of it is new products, but a lot of it is they are marketing aggressively,” said Jim Hall, an analyst at 2953 Analytics in Birmingham, Michigan. “They have to continue to have this level of marketing through the life cycle of the products.”
TrueCar.com, a research firm based in Santa Monica, California, estimated that Volkswagen-brand sales in February rose 39 percent from a year earlier. Automakers report the monthly figures tomorrow.
Barnes said that “we are certainly on pace” for the 2012 target.
Volkswagen aims to sell 1 million vehicles annually in the U.S. by 2018, with its Audi luxury division accounting for 20 percent of that. Audi sales in 2009 totaled 82,716. Volkswagen’s U.S. unit is based in Herndon, Virginia.
Sales may get a boost in September from the introduction of a successor to the current Jetta, the brand’s best-selling model, Barnes said. Volkswagen plans to reduce the price of the new model from the current version, Tim Ellis, the U.S. unit’s vice president of marketing, said in January.
--Editors: John Lear
March 01, 2010, 2:52 PM EST
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http://www.businessweek.com/news/201...-update1-.html
By Mike Ramsey
March 1 (Bloomberg) -- Volkswagen AG’s U.S. sales for its namesake brand increased more than 25 percent last month, the automaker’s chief operating officer for the market said.
The brand benefited from demand for the CC car, diesel- powered Jetta sedan and Golf hatchback, said Mark Barnes, the Volkswagen Group of America executive, in an interview today. That increase follows a 41 percent jump in January.
Volkwagen, Europe’s largest carmaker, this year is building toward a goal of boosting U.S. sales to 400,000 in 2012. The Wolfsburg, Germany-based company sold 213,454 vehicles in the market last year, a 4.3 percent decline as the industrywide total tumbled 21 percent.
“Some of it is new products, but a lot of it is they are marketing aggressively,” said Jim Hall, an analyst at 2953 Analytics in Birmingham, Michigan. “They have to continue to have this level of marketing through the life cycle of the products.”
TrueCar.com, a research firm based in Santa Monica, California, estimated that Volkswagen-brand sales in February rose 39 percent from a year earlier. Automakers report the monthly figures tomorrow.
Barnes said that “we are certainly on pace” for the 2012 target.
Volkswagen aims to sell 1 million vehicles annually in the U.S. by 2018, with its Audi luxury division accounting for 20 percent of that. Audi sales in 2009 totaled 82,716. Volkswagen’s U.S. unit is based in Herndon, Virginia.
Sales may get a boost in September from the introduction of a successor to the current Jetta, the brand’s best-selling model, Barnes said. Volkswagen plans to reduce the price of the new model from the current version, Tim Ellis, the U.S. unit’s vice president of marketing, said in January.
--Editors: John Lear
03-02-10, 10:15 AM
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American Honda Reports February Sales
Honda Division up 12.2 percent; Acura Division up 16.7 percent
TORRANCE, Calif., Mar. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted February sales of 80,671, an increase of 12.7 percent when compared to February 2009 results of 71,575, the company announced today. American Honda year-to-date sales of 148,150 represent an increase of 8.2 percent based on the daily selling rate*.
Honda Division posted February sales of 71,732, an increase of 12.2 percent versus February 2009. The Accord lineup resulted in the most sales of any Honda nameplate for the month with 22,456, an increase of 40.6 percent. Additional models with year-over-year sales increases included the Civic, up 5.0 percent to 16,471; and the Odyssey, up 11.4 percent to 7,452.
"A year ago the economy and our industry were at a low point marked with great uncertainty," said John Mendel, executive vice president of sales for American Honda. "While we remain cautious, we're happy to see customers actively seeking Honda products like the all-new Accord Crosstour."
Acura Division sales increased 16.7 percent to 8,939. The MDX led the division with sales of 3,266, an increase of 64.9 percent.
*The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 24 days for February 2010 and 24 days for 2009. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 48 days for 2010, versus 50 days for 2009. All percentages reflect DSR.
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Honda Division up 12.2 percent; Acura Division up 16.7 percent
TORRANCE, Calif., Mar. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted February sales of 80,671, an increase of 12.7 percent when compared to February 2009 results of 71,575, the company announced today. American Honda year-to-date sales of 148,150 represent an increase of 8.2 percent based on the daily selling rate*.
Honda Division posted February sales of 71,732, an increase of 12.2 percent versus February 2009. The Accord lineup resulted in the most sales of any Honda nameplate for the month with 22,456, an increase of 40.6 percent. Additional models with year-over-year sales increases included the Civic, up 5.0 percent to 16,471; and the Odyssey, up 11.4 percent to 7,452.
"A year ago the economy and our industry were at a low point marked with great uncertainty," said John Mendel, executive vice president of sales for American Honda. "While we remain cautious, we're happy to see customers actively seeking Honda products like the all-new Accord Crosstour."
Acura Division sales increased 16.7 percent to 8,939. The MDX led the division with sales of 3,266, an increase of 64.9 percent.
*The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 24 days for February 2010 and 24 days for 2009. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 48 days for 2010, versus 50 days for 2009. All percentages reflect DSR.
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03-02-10, 10:17 AM
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Toyota Reports February Sales
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TORRANCE, Calif. (March 2, 2010) – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported February sales of 100,027 vehicles. With equal selling days in February 2009 and 2010, sales were down 8.7 percent from the year-ago month on a daily selling rate and unadjusted raw volume basis.
The Toyota Division posted February sales of 86,240 units, a decrease of 10.6 percent from the same period last year. The Lexus Division reported February sales of 13,787 units, an increase of 5.2 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 52,827 units, a decrease of 10.3 percent from last February. Passenger car sales were led by Corolla with sales of 16,996 units for the month. Camry and Camry Hybrid posted combined February sales of 16,552 units. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted February sales of 7,968 units, up 10.2 percent over the year-ago month. Venza reported sales of 3,414 units for the month.
Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of 33,413 units in February. Light truck sales were led by the Tacoma mid-size pickup, which reported sales of 8,325 units for the month, up 5.7 percent over last February. The RAV4 compact SUV recorded monthly sales of 6,799 units. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 3,615 units for the month. The all-new 4Runner reported February sales of 2,973 units, up 54.7 percent over the year-ago month. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded sales of 5,468 units.
Scion posted February sales of 3,027 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 1,539 units. The tC sports coupe posted February sales of 860 units. The xD reported sales of 628 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus reported passenger car sales of 6,366 units, up 4.5 percent over the year-ago month. Lexus passenger car sales were led by the recently revised ES 350 entry luxury sedan which posted sales of 2,349 units. The IS luxury sports sedan reported combined sales of 1,991 units. The HS 250h luxury hybrid sedan recorded February sales of 712 units.
Lexus light trucks recorded sales of 7,421 units, up 5.8 percent over last February. Lexus sales were led by the RX, which posted combined February sales of 5,694 units. The all-new GX mid-size luxury utility vehicle reported sales of 1,473 units.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted February sales of 10,957 hybrid vehicles. Toyota Division posted sales of 9,318 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported sales 1,639 hybrids in February.
There were 24 selling days this month and last February.
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TORRANCE, Calif. (March 2, 2010) – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported February sales of 100,027 vehicles. With equal selling days in February 2009 and 2010, sales were down 8.7 percent from the year-ago month on a daily selling rate and unadjusted raw volume basis.
The Toyota Division posted February sales of 86,240 units, a decrease of 10.6 percent from the same period last year. The Lexus Division reported February sales of 13,787 units, an increase of 5.2 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 52,827 units, a decrease of 10.3 percent from last February. Passenger car sales were led by Corolla with sales of 16,996 units for the month. Camry and Camry Hybrid posted combined February sales of 16,552 units. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted February sales of 7,968 units, up 10.2 percent over the year-ago month. Venza reported sales of 3,414 units for the month.
Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of 33,413 units in February. Light truck sales were led by the Tacoma mid-size pickup, which reported sales of 8,325 units for the month, up 5.7 percent over last February. The RAV4 compact SUV recorded monthly sales of 6,799 units. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 3,615 units for the month. The all-new 4Runner reported February sales of 2,973 units, up 54.7 percent over the year-ago month. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded sales of 5,468 units.
Scion posted February sales of 3,027 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 1,539 units. The tC sports coupe posted February sales of 860 units. The xD reported sales of 628 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus reported passenger car sales of 6,366 units, up 4.5 percent over the year-ago month. Lexus passenger car sales were led by the recently revised ES 350 entry luxury sedan which posted sales of 2,349 units. The IS luxury sports sedan reported combined sales of 1,991 units. The HS 250h luxury hybrid sedan recorded February sales of 712 units.
Lexus light trucks recorded sales of 7,421 units, up 5.8 percent over last February. Lexus sales were led by the RX, which posted combined February sales of 5,694 units. The all-new GX mid-size luxury utility vehicle reported sales of 1,473 units.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted February sales of 10,957 hybrid vehicles. Toyota Division posted sales of 9,318 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported sales 1,639 hybrids in February.
There were 24 selling days this month and last February.
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