April 2010 Monthly Auto Sales Thread
05-03-10 | 10:00 AM
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April 2010 Monthly Auto Sales Thread
Thanks to all the CL members who are bringing the various data and info and to those that help compile it. Please give credit where credit is due!
The sales chart is for informational purposes only, some vehicles blend classes/prices. Cars are put where they are priced first as that is the determining factor when buying a car, not size. Thanks!
The sales chart is for informational purposes only, some vehicles blend classes/prices. Cars are put where they are priced first as that is the determining factor when buying a car, not size. Thanks!
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Lexus-18,359
Mercedes Benz-17,628
BMW-17,268
Buick-12,181
Cadillac-11,317
Acura-10,719
Audi-9,319
Lincoln-7,279
Infiniti-7,211
Volvo-4,546
Muscle Cars
Camaro-9,150
Mustang-5,145
Challenger-3,713
Lexus-18,359
Mercedes Benz-17,628
BMW-17,268
Buick-12,181
Cadillac-11,317
Acura-10,719
Audi-9,319
Lincoln-7,279
Infiniti-7,211
Volvo-4,546
Sub Entry Level Luxury/Near Luxury
Taurus-6,166
Lacrosse-5,236
Maxima-4,892
Avalon-2812
TSX-2,607
Genesis-2,265
S40-685
A3-593
C30-558
Taurus-6,166
Lacrosse-5,236
Maxima-4,892
Avalon-2812
TSX-2,607
Genesis-2,265
S40-685
A3-593
C30-558
Entry Level Luxury
3 series-8,712
A4+A5=5,023
C class-4,634
ES-4,396
G37 both-4,263
CTS-3,278
G37-3,001
A4-3,177
TL-2,842
IS-2,701
Lucerne-2,346
MKZ-1,817
HS-1,076
S60-0
3 series-8,712
A4+A5=5,023
C class-4,634
ES-4,396
G37 both-4,263
CTS-3,278
G37-3,001
A4-3,177
TL-2,842
IS-2,701
Lucerne-2,346
MKZ-1,817
HS-1,076
S60-0
Mid Luxury
E Class-4,528 (includes coupes)
5 series-2,067
DTS-1,785 (not mid size but priced like it)
M37/56-1,212
MKS-1,160
A6-796
S80-601
GS-514
STS-330
RL-154
E Class-4,528 (includes coupes)
5 series-2,067
DTS-1,785 (not mid size but priced like it)
M37/56-1,212
MKS-1,160
A6-796
S80-601
GS-514
STS-330
RL-154
Large Luxury
7 series-1,555
LS-1,182
S Class-1,002
Panamera-678
A8-81
7 series-1,555
LS-1,182
S Class-1,002
Panamera-678
A8-81
Cute-Ute
Q5-1,946
GLK-1,799
RDX-1,168
XC60-817
X3-645
EX-499
Q5-1,946
GLK-1,799
RDX-1,168
XC60-817
X3-645
EX-499
Mid Ute
RX-7,454
Enclave-4,599
SRX-3,904
MDX-3,714
M class-2,269
X5-2,098
MKX-1,596
GX-746
FX-675
XC90-591
ZDX-234
RX-7,454
Enclave-4,599
SRX-3,904
MDX-3,714
M class-2,269
X5-2,098
MKX-1,596
GX-746
FX-675
XC90-591
ZDX-234
Large Ute
Escalade-2000 (all models)
GL-1,840
Navigator-938
MKT-625
Q7-636
QX-562
LX-258
Escalade-2000 (all models)
GL-1,840
Navigator-938
MKT-625
Q7-636
QX-562
LX-258
Coupes
A5-1,846
G37-1,262
Corvette-1,089
C70-405
911-389
Cayman/Boxster-354
SL-232
Z4-232
TT-207
6 series-201
SLK-182
CL-87
R8-41
SC-32
XLR-20
A5-1,846
G37-1,262
Corvette-1,089
C70-405
911-389
Cayman/Boxster-354
SL-232
Z4-232
TT-207
6 series-201
SLK-182
CL-87
R8-41
SC-32
XLR-20
Muscle Cars
Camaro-9,150
Mustang-5,145
Challenger-3,713
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05-03-10 | 10:02 AM
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GM posts 7% gain in monthly U.S. sales
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GM posts 7% gain in monthly U.S. sales
Staff and wire reports
Automotive News -- May 3, 2010 - 11:08 am ET
UPDATED: 5/3/10 11:19 a.m. ET
DETROIT -- General Motors Co.'s U.S. light-vehicle sales rose 7 percent in April, as industry sales rates continued to stabilize after last year's 27-year lows.
GM's four continuing brands -- Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac -- posted an increase of 20 percent. GM is winding down Hummer, Pontiac and Saturn and has sold Saab.
Industrywide deliveries in April may have risen to an annualized rate of 11.4 million light vehicles, the average of eight analysts' estimates compiled by Bloomberg, compared with a year earlier.
The yearly rate of domestic sales in April may be less than the 11.7 million seasonally adjusted annualized pace in March, when Toyota Motor Corp. offered its biggest incentives to counter global recalls, spurring competitors to add discounts.
“The automotive industry is in full-blown recovery,” said Jesse Toprak, vice president of industry trends and insight for TrueCar.com. “Toyota's generous incentives in April continue to bring consumers back into dealerships; however, the impact of its incentive programs in the marketplace appears to have diminished slightly in April.”
GM's results matched analysts' forecast of a 7 percent increase. Ford Motor Co. may report a jump of 28 percent when its results are announced around noon EDT. Chrysler's sales may have climbed 15 percent, six projections show.
Chrysler's last double-digit increase was 27 percent in July 2005, when the automaker was part of DaimlerChrysler AG.
Asia-based automakers also benefited from incentives. Toyota sales may have risen 34 percent, according to the average of five analysts. The automaker extended the no-interest loans and discount leases it offered in April, and competitors followed.
Honda Motor Co. may say sales rose 15 percent, the average of four analysts, while Nissan Motor Co. may have a 57 percent gain. Hyundai Motor Co. may increase 35 percent, according to Edmunds.com.
“Honda sales in April got a boost from the uncharacteristically large offers it made available to prospective buyers, including zero-percent financing,” said Brian Johnson, a Barclays Capital analyst in Chicago.
Manufacturers, dealers and investors use the annualized rate to account for seasonal buying patterns when comparing monthly totals. The average estimate for an industry sales pace of 11.4 million vehicles would compare with the 9.5 million of a year earlier, after the industry experienced the lowest U.S. demand in almost 30 years.
Consumer confidence
Automakers were buoyed by consumer confidence that rose in April to its highest since September 2008, as measured by the Conference Board's monthly index.
“U.S. industry sales of light vehicles appear to have slowed down in April,” Johnson said in an April 28 note. “The initial boost from the large incentives offered since March by manufacturers across the board tapered off,” he said. In addition, automakers likely sold fewer cars to fleet customers.
Toyota began offering incentives on March 2 such as subsidized leases after worldwide recalls of more than 8 million vehicles to fix defects linked to unintended acceleration and to adjust brakes. The company probably spent an average $2,416 on incentives on each vehicle last month, according to TrueCar.com.
The industry average is about $2,798, TrueCar.com said. Incentives are down 4 percent from March 2009, when Detroit-based GM and Chrysler boosted spending ahead of their bankruptcy filings.
John McEleney, who has a Toyota and a Buick, GMC and Cadillac dealership in Clinton, Iowa, said sales were up 30 percent at his Toyota store and increased about 20 percent among his GM brands.
“Sales were really pretty good, but not quite as good as March,” McEleney said, adding that sales may keep gaining this year. “We're seeing a lot more showroom traffic and a lot more Internet activity. People are feeling better about their jobs, too.”
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Staff and wire reports
Automotive News -- May 3, 2010 - 11:08 am ET
UPDATED: 5/3/10 11:19 a.m. ET
DETROIT -- General Motors Co.'s U.S. light-vehicle sales rose 7 percent in April, as industry sales rates continued to stabilize after last year's 27-year lows.
GM's four continuing brands -- Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac -- posted an increase of 20 percent. GM is winding down Hummer, Pontiac and Saturn and has sold Saab.
Industrywide deliveries in April may have risen to an annualized rate of 11.4 million light vehicles, the average of eight analysts' estimates compiled by Bloomberg, compared with a year earlier.
The yearly rate of domestic sales in April may be less than the 11.7 million seasonally adjusted annualized pace in March, when Toyota Motor Corp. offered its biggest incentives to counter global recalls, spurring competitors to add discounts.
“The automotive industry is in full-blown recovery,” said Jesse Toprak, vice president of industry trends and insight for TrueCar.com. “Toyota's generous incentives in April continue to bring consumers back into dealerships; however, the impact of its incentive programs in the marketplace appears to have diminished slightly in April.”
GM's results matched analysts' forecast of a 7 percent increase. Ford Motor Co. may report a jump of 28 percent when its results are announced around noon EDT. Chrysler's sales may have climbed 15 percent, six projections show.
Chrysler's last double-digit increase was 27 percent in July 2005, when the automaker was part of DaimlerChrysler AG.
Asia-based automakers also benefited from incentives. Toyota sales may have risen 34 percent, according to the average of five analysts. The automaker extended the no-interest loans and discount leases it offered in April, and competitors followed.
Honda Motor Co. may say sales rose 15 percent, the average of four analysts, while Nissan Motor Co. may have a 57 percent gain. Hyundai Motor Co. may increase 35 percent, according to Edmunds.com.
“Honda sales in April got a boost from the uncharacteristically large offers it made available to prospective buyers, including zero-percent financing,” said Brian Johnson, a Barclays Capital analyst in Chicago.
Manufacturers, dealers and investors use the annualized rate to account for seasonal buying patterns when comparing monthly totals. The average estimate for an industry sales pace of 11.4 million vehicles would compare with the 9.5 million of a year earlier, after the industry experienced the lowest U.S. demand in almost 30 years.
Consumer confidence
Automakers were buoyed by consumer confidence that rose in April to its highest since September 2008, as measured by the Conference Board's monthly index.
“U.S. industry sales of light vehicles appear to have slowed down in April,” Johnson said in an April 28 note. “The initial boost from the large incentives offered since March by manufacturers across the board tapered off,” he said. In addition, automakers likely sold fewer cars to fleet customers.
Toyota began offering incentives on March 2 such as subsidized leases after worldwide recalls of more than 8 million vehicles to fix defects linked to unintended acceleration and to adjust brakes. The company probably spent an average $2,416 on incentives on each vehicle last month, according to TrueCar.com.
The industry average is about $2,798, TrueCar.com said. Incentives are down 4 percent from March 2009, when Detroit-based GM and Chrysler boosted spending ahead of their bankruptcy filings.
John McEleney, who has a Toyota and a Buick, GMC and Cadillac dealership in Clinton, Iowa, said sales were up 30 percent at his Toyota store and increased about 20 percent among his GM brands.
“Sales were really pretty good, but not quite as good as March,” McEleney said, adding that sales may keep gaining this year. “We're seeing a lot more showroom traffic and a lot more Internet activity. People are feeling better about their jobs, too.”
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05-03-10 | 10:09 AM
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India shining: Auto sales continue to zoom in April 2010
There's no stopping auto companies. Auto sales, considered a softer indicator of a country's economic scenario, continued to zoom in April 2010.
Car maker Tata Motors saw a whopping 44% increase in sales as compared to April 2009.The company sold a total of 54065 units as compared to 37528 units. Of this, 30963 were commercial vehicles (compared to 22847 last April) and 24902 were passenger car sales (compared to 14615 last year). Exports rose from 1261 units to 3137.
Maruti Suzuki, India's largest four-wheeler auto major, said April sales are at 93,058 units versus 95,123 units month-on-month. Year-on-year, it has seen a 30% jump. Exports in the period under review too have gone up 89% at 13,024 units while domestic sales are up 23.4% at 80,034 units.
http://www.moneycontrol.com/news/bus...10_455122.html
Auto major, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) reported a muted 13% growth in April. It posted total sales of 26,043 units in the period under review.
In the two wheeler segment Hero Honda clocked sales of 3.71 lakh units as compared to 3.7 lakh in April 2009.
TVS Motor Co, India's third largest two wheeler maker, said two-wheeler sales in April rose 28% to 144,689 units from 113,119 units. Its domestic sales rose about 22% in April to 125,471 units from 102,985 units in the same period a year ago, TVS Motor said in a statement. Its exports surged nearly 90% to 19,218 units against 10,134 units, it added.
(With inputs from Reuters)
Car maker Tata Motors saw a whopping 44% increase in sales as compared to April 2009.The company sold a total of 54065 units as compared to 37528 units. Of this, 30963 were commercial vehicles (compared to 22847 last April) and 24902 were passenger car sales (compared to 14615 last year). Exports rose from 1261 units to 3137.
Maruti Suzuki, India's largest four-wheeler auto major, said April sales are at 93,058 units versus 95,123 units month-on-month. Year-on-year, it has seen a 30% jump. Exports in the period under review too have gone up 89% at 13,024 units while domestic sales are up 23.4% at 80,034 units.
http://www.moneycontrol.com/news/bus...10_455122.html
Auto major, Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) reported a muted 13% growth in April. It posted total sales of 26,043 units in the period under review.
In the two wheeler segment Hero Honda clocked sales of 3.71 lakh units as compared to 3.7 lakh in April 2009.
TVS Motor Co, India's third largest two wheeler maker, said two-wheeler sales in April rose 28% to 144,689 units from 113,119 units. Its domestic sales rose about 22% in April to 125,471 units from 102,985 units in the same period a year ago, TVS Motor said in a statement. Its exports surged nearly 90% to 19,218 units against 10,134 units, it added.
(With inputs from Reuters)
05-03-10 | 11:39 AM
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WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., May 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported April sales of 21,111 vehicles, an increase of 9 percent from the 19,362 vehicles sold in the same month of 2009. Year to date, the BMW Group also reported a total sales volume of 76,162 vehicles, up 7.9 percent compared to 70,606 vehicles sold in the first four months of last year.
BMW Brand Sales
The BMW brand continued its positive results in April with good sales in the key volume segments of the premium market. In total, sales increased 10 percent to reach 17,268 vehicles. Year to date, sales increased 8.8 percent to 63,591 vehicles.
In the important midsize sports sedan segment, BMW maintained its leading position with sales of the 3 Series sedan up 63.7 percent to 5,464 units. After just one year in the market, the BMW 7 Series also kept its lead in the large luxury vehicle segment with sales up 96.3 percent to 1,555 units in April. With the 1 Series and Z4, BMW also continued its lead in two smaller volume segments of the premium market.
"April's positive results are an achievement keeping in mind we have two high volume models in short supply due to the end of their lifecycles," said Jim O'Donnell, President of BMW of North America, LLC. "Both the X3 and 5 Series are in transition and we anxiously await the new 5 on sale in June as it has received superb early reviews in comparisons with the competition. The all-new X3 arrives at the end of this year and we anticipate strong demand for this new entry in the hot premium smaller crossover segment."
To prepare for the production of the X3, BMW's plant in Spartanburg, SC undergoes a $750 million expansion to be completed in late summer of this year. The local manufacturing of the X3 will provide the company a range of opportunities when the vehicle is introduced to the market.
BMW Pre-Owned Vehicles
In April, sales of BMW's used vehicles (including certified pre-owned vehicles) sold through BMW's dealership network increased 23 percent to 15,472 vehicles. Year-to-date, used vehicle sales were up 6 percent to 55,320 vehicles.
MINI Brand Sales
While the premium small car segment is lagging other segments, MINI continued to show a strong performance and increased its segment share. In April, 3,843 MINI's were sold, up 5.1 percent versus the 3,657 units reported in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, MINI USA also reported sales of 12,571 automobiles, an increase of 3.3 percent.
MINI's long term growth prospects continue to be strong due to macro economic developments in the U.S. To prepare for this future growth, MINI's product range will double from three to six models starting in 2011 and the dealer network is being expanded to 100 exclusive stores by summer of this year with dealers investing a combined $200 million this year and last.
BMW Brand Sales
The BMW brand continued its positive results in April with good sales in the key volume segments of the premium market. In total, sales increased 10 percent to reach 17,268 vehicles. Year to date, sales increased 8.8 percent to 63,591 vehicles.
In the important midsize sports sedan segment, BMW maintained its leading position with sales of the 3 Series sedan up 63.7 percent to 5,464 units. After just one year in the market, the BMW 7 Series also kept its lead in the large luxury vehicle segment with sales up 96.3 percent to 1,555 units in April. With the 1 Series and Z4, BMW also continued its lead in two smaller volume segments of the premium market.
"April's positive results are an achievement keeping in mind we have two high volume models in short supply due to the end of their lifecycles," said Jim O'Donnell, President of BMW of North America, LLC. "Both the X3 and 5 Series are in transition and we anxiously await the new 5 on sale in June as it has received superb early reviews in comparisons with the competition. The all-new X3 arrives at the end of this year and we anticipate strong demand for this new entry in the hot premium smaller crossover segment."
To prepare for the production of the X3, BMW's plant in Spartanburg, SC undergoes a $750 million expansion to be completed in late summer of this year. The local manufacturing of the X3 will provide the company a range of opportunities when the vehicle is introduced to the market.
BMW Pre-Owned Vehicles
In April, sales of BMW's used vehicles (including certified pre-owned vehicles) sold through BMW's dealership network increased 23 percent to 15,472 vehicles. Year-to-date, used vehicle sales were up 6 percent to 55,320 vehicles.
MINI Brand Sales
While the premium small car segment is lagging other segments, MINI continued to show a strong performance and increased its segment share. In April, 3,843 MINI's were sold, up 5.1 percent versus the 3,657 units reported in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, MINI USA also reported sales of 12,571 automobiles, an increase of 3.3 percent.
MINI's long term growth prospects continue to be strong due to macro economic developments in the U.S. To prepare for this future growth, MINI's product range will double from three to six models starting in 2011 and the dealer network is being expanded to 100 exclusive stores by summer of this year with dealers investing a combined $200 million this year and last.
05-03-10 | 11:50 AM
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Mercedes Benz up 25.1%
Sales up 25.1% for the Month and 25.5% Year-to-Date
MONTVALE, NJ - May 3, 2010: Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported April sales of 18,228 vehicles, an increase of 25.1%, beginning the second quarter with a 25.5% increase on a year-to-date basis.
Continued strong demand in both the Mercedes passenger car and light-truck categories fueled the sales volume for the month. In the sedan category, the popular C-Class - the gateway to the Mercedes-Benz brand for younger as well as first-time Mercedes-Benz buyers - maintained its lead as the volume leader with sales of 4,624. The 9th generation E-Class continued to exhibit strong momentum with sales of 4,528 (up 152.3%) and the versatile M-Class SUV followed suit with sales of 2,269.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 68,794 new vehicles, an increase of 25.5% over last year.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 7,755 vehicles in April; a 14.1 % increase compared to April 2009 sales of 6,797 vehicles. Year-to-date sales for the MBCPO program were 27,934 - a 7.6 % increase over 2009 year-to-date sales (25,959 vehicles) during the same timeframe.
MONTVALE, NJ - May 3, 2010: Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported April sales of 18,228 vehicles, an increase of 25.1%, beginning the second quarter with a 25.5% increase on a year-to-date basis.
Continued strong demand in both the Mercedes passenger car and light-truck categories fueled the sales volume for the month. In the sedan category, the popular C-Class - the gateway to the Mercedes-Benz brand for younger as well as first-time Mercedes-Benz buyers - maintained its lead as the volume leader with sales of 4,624. The 9th generation E-Class continued to exhibit strong momentum with sales of 4,528 (up 152.3%) and the versatile M-Class SUV followed suit with sales of 2,269.
On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 68,794 new vehicles, an increase of 25.5% over last year.
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 7,755 vehicles in April; a 14.1 % increase compared to April 2009 sales of 6,797 vehicles. Year-to-date sales for the MBCPO program were 27,934 - a 7.6 % increase over 2009 year-to-date sales (25,959 vehicles) during the same timeframe.
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Passenger April April
Vehicles '10 '09 Monthly % YTD 2010 YTD 2009 Yearly %
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C-CLASS 4,624 4,274 8.2% 18,903 16,304 15.9%
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E-CLASS 4,528 1,795 152.3% 17,437 7,645 128.1%
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S-CLASS 1,002 1,159 -13.5% 3,771 3,391 11.2%
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CL-CLASS 87 122 -28.7% 316 522 -39.5%
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SL-CLASS 232 502 -53.8% 823 1,405 -41.4%
-------- --- --- ----- --- ----- -----
CLK-CLASS 2 999 -99.8% 575 3,801 -84.9%
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SLK-CLASS 182 305 -40.3% 578 1,082 -46.6%
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CLS-CLASS 476 255 86.7% 843 1,245 -32.3%
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R-CLASS 519 192 170.3% 964 1,094 -11.9%
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M-CLASS 2,269 1,838 23.4% 8,005 6,221 28.7%
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G-CLASS 68 50 36.0% 267 191 39.8%
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GL-CLASS 1,840 1,205 52.7% 6,314 4,213 49.9%
-------- ----- ----- ---- ----- ----- ----
GLK-CLASS 1,799 1,869 -3.7% 8,061 7685 4.9%
--------- ----- ----- ---- ----- ---- ---
TOTAL 17,628 14,565 21.0% 66,857 54,799 22.0%
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*SPRINTER 600 - - 1,937 - -
--------- --- --- --- ----- --- ---
MBUSA
Combined April April
Total '10 '09 Monthly % YTD 2010 YTD 2009 Yearly %
------------ ------ ------ --------- -------- -------- --------
GRAND TOTAL 18,228 14,565 25.1% 68,794 54,799 25.5%
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*Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter Vans are sold and marketed
in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA,
respectively.
05-03-10 | 11:52 AM
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Porsche Results
ATLANTA - May 3, 2010: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars, Cayenne SUVs and the Panamera Gran Turismo in the United States, today announced April sales in the U.S. of 1,747 units compared to the same period last year when it sold 1,853, a decrease of 6 percent.
Despite the overall decline, Porsche's new four-door Panamera recorded its best-ever one-month sales of 678. To date, Porsche has sold 3,410 Panamera models in the U.S. since it went on sale in October 2009.
Contributing to Porsche's sales decline in April versus last year was the anticipated and effective sell off of its 2010 Cayenne models earlier this year in preparation for the all-new, 2011 Cayenne. The new 2011 Cayenne S (V8) and Turbo models will go on sale in July, while the Cayenne and Cayenne S Hybrid models will be available this fall.
For the year, Porsche sales are still ahead of last year. Porsche's overall year-to-date sales in 2010 are 6,969 compared to the same period last year when sales were 6,778, up 3 percent.
For the month, Porsche's Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicle sales were 713, compared to 615 for the same month last year.
Despite the overall decline, Porsche's new four-door Panamera recorded its best-ever one-month sales of 678. To date, Porsche has sold 3,410 Panamera models in the U.S. since it went on sale in October 2009.
Contributing to Porsche's sales decline in April versus last year was the anticipated and effective sell off of its 2010 Cayenne models earlier this year in preparation for the all-new, 2011 Cayenne. The new 2011 Cayenne S (V8) and Turbo models will go on sale in July, while the Cayenne and Cayenne S Hybrid models will be available this fall.
For the year, Porsche sales are still ahead of last year. Porsche's overall year-to-date sales in 2010 are 6,969 compared to the same period last year when sales were 6,778, up 3 percent.
For the month, Porsche's Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicle sales were 713, compared to 615 for the same month last year.
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05-03-10 | 11:53 AM
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Kia Results
IRVINE, CA - May 3, 2010: Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced April sales of 30,036 units sold, a 17.3-percent increase over the same period last year. Year-to-date sales are up 12.9-percent with the all-new Sorento CUV topping the list as Kia's best-selling vehicle, continuing its run of impressive sales results since arriving in dealerships in early January. As the brand's first vehicle to be assembled(1) in the U.S., the Sorento posted sales of 8,486 units. Other top-selling models include the recent Insurance Institute for Highway Safety "Top Safety Pick" Forte compact and the highly personalizable Soul, achieving 5,807 and 5,223 units sold, respectively.
"Kia Motors' exceptional sales results in April follow our best first quarter in company history and reflect how consumers are noticing the brand's quality products with unparalleled design like the all-new Sorento," said Byung Mo Ahn, group president and CEO of KMA and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG). "With three all-new vehicle models on the horizon this year, including Sportage, Forte five-door and Optima, the company stands to continue its momentum in 2010."
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. With three new vehicle introductions and several other key initiatives planned for 2010, Kia is poised to continue its momentum and will continue to build the brand through design innovation, quality, value, safety features and with new technology such as UVO powered by Microsoft®(2), an advanced hands-free in-car communication and entertainment system (to be available in select Kia models in the U.S. beginning in summer 2010).
"Kia Motors' exceptional sales results in April follow our best first quarter in company history and reflect how consumers are noticing the brand's quality products with unparalleled design like the all-new Sorento," said Byung Mo Ahn, group president and CEO of KMA and Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG). "With three all-new vehicle models on the horizon this year, including Sportage, Forte five-door and Optima, the company stands to continue its momentum in 2010."
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. With three new vehicle introductions and several other key initiatives planned for 2010, Kia is poised to continue its momentum and will continue to build the brand through design innovation, quality, value, safety features and with new technology such as UVO powered by Microsoft®(2), an advanced hands-free in-car communication and entertainment system (to be available in select Kia models in the U.S. beginning in summer 2010).
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MONTH OF APRIL YEAR-TO-DATE
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Model 2010 2009 2010 2009
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Rio 3,020 3,383 9,598 7,594
Spectra 40 7,165 188 22,170
Forte 5,807 n/a 18,701 n/a
Optima 2,912 2,141 12,178 8,736
Amanti 23 671 120 2,978
Sportage 1,738 2,084 5,002 11,458
Sorento 43 2,410 734 12,846
MY'11 Sorento 8,486 n/a 33,247 n/a
Sedona 1,574 2,488 5,971 15,695
Rondo 685 1,538 2,438 6,841
Borrego 485 498 2,481 1,673
Soul 5,223 3,228 16,074 4,508
Total 30,036 25,606 106,732 94,499
05-03-10 | 11:56 AM
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Hyundai Results
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA - May 3, 2010: Hyundai Motor America today announced an all-time sales record for the month of April as early consumer response to the company's all-new Sonata and Tucson models shattered all expectations. Total sales through the first four months of 2010 also represent an all-time record for Hyundai.
In April, the company sold 44,023 vehicles, up 30 percent versus one year ago, marking the sixteenth consecutive month of year-over-year retail market share gains for Hyundai.
"Despite an overall industry increase in the level of sales to fleet accounts, we remain extremely focused on reducing our fleet mix, improving the quality of our market share, and driving more retail volume through Hyundai dealerships," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice present of national sales. "Widespread acceptance of our new products and growing recognition of our brand's inherent value has also allowed us to significantly reduce incentive spending at a time when some of our top competitors were taking a different approach," Zuchowski added.
"For the second straight month, our all-new Sonata is the third-best selling mid-size car in the country in retail sales, well ahead of strong rivals such as Nissan Altima, Chevy Malibu and Ford Fusion. We're glad to see Sonata's unique combination of great design and segment-leading 35 mpg fuel economy is resonating with America's car buyers."
On a year-over-year basis, Sonata and Tucson sales increased 57 and 271 percent, respectively. Santa Fe was up 59 percent, and Genesis was up nine percent, marking the 10th consecutive month of year-over-year sales gain for Genesis.
In April, the company sold 44,023 vehicles, up 30 percent versus one year ago, marking the sixteenth consecutive month of year-over-year retail market share gains for Hyundai.
"Despite an overall industry increase in the level of sales to fleet accounts, we remain extremely focused on reducing our fleet mix, improving the quality of our market share, and driving more retail volume through Hyundai dealerships," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice present of national sales. "Widespread acceptance of our new products and growing recognition of our brand's inherent value has also allowed us to significantly reduce incentive spending at a time when some of our top competitors were taking a different approach," Zuchowski added.
"For the second straight month, our all-new Sonata is the third-best selling mid-size car in the country in retail sales, well ahead of strong rivals such as Nissan Altima, Chevy Malibu and Ford Fusion. We're glad to see Sonata's unique combination of great design and segment-leading 35 mpg fuel economy is resonating with America's car buyers."
On a year-over-year basis, Sonata and Tucson sales increased 57 and 271 percent, respectively. Santa Fe was up 59 percent, and Genesis was up nine percent, marking the 10th consecutive month of year-over-year sales gain for Genesis.
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CARLINE APR/2010 APR/2009 CY/2010 CY/2009 ------- -------- -------- ------- ------- ACCENT 2,990 5,189 18,278 18,912 SONATA 18,536 11,815 50,283 37,472 ELANTRA 9,657 4,684 28,909 26,479 TIBURON 0 3,353 0 6,263 SANTA FE 5,917 3,726 30,633 19,839 AZERA 237 289 935 1,292 TUCSON 3,871 1,428 11,912 5,106 ENTOURAGE 0 186 0 3,171 VERACRUZ 550 1,206 2,111 5,251 GENESIS 2,265 2,076 7,842 6,021 ------- ----- ----- ----- ----- TOTAL 44,023 33,952 155,532 129,806
05-03-10 | 11:58 AM
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http://media.ford.com/article_displa...ticle_id=32511
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FORD’S U.S. APRIL SALES UP 25 PERCENT; FIFTH STRAIGHT MONTH FORD SALES HAVE INCREASED MORE THAN 20 PERCENT
* Ford, Lincoln and Mercury April sales totaled 162,996, up 25 percent versus year ago; retail sales were up 32 percent, and fleet sales were up 13 percent
* Ford brand sales up 26 percent versus year ago, Lincoln up 22 percent and Mercury up 19 percent
* Ford cars up 10 percent versus year ago, utilities up 33 percent and trucks up 38 percent
* Ford Fusion, Escape, Flex and Transit Connect set sales records
* Ford, Lincoln and Mercury year-to-date sales totaled 591,592, up 34 percent versus year ago
* Ford gains retail market share for the 18th time in the last 19 months, as more buyers turn to Ford’s fresh lineup of high-quality, fuel-efficient vehicles
Download Full Sales Release (With Tables)
DEARBORN, Mich., May 3, 2010 – Ford continued to post strong sales and market share gains in April, with Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers delivering 162,996 new vehicles in April – a 25 percent increase versus a year ago. It marks the fifth month in a row Ford sales have increased more than 20 percent. Year-to-date sales totaled 591,592, up 34 percent.
In April, Ford retail sales were up 32 percent versus a year ago, and Ford gained retail market share for the 18th time in the last 19 months. Fleet sales were up 13 percent. Ford is benefiting from a fresh lineup of new, high-quality, fuel-efficient vehicles delivering industry-leading levels of safety and smart design.
“Customers are benefitting from our strong new product lineup,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing Sales and Service. “Our laser focus on quality and dependability is increasing Ford resale values at a higher rate than the overall industry, bringing real value to Ford customers at trade-in time and driving industry-leading customer satisfaction and higher market share.”
On average, resale values of Ford vehicles have increased 23 percent versus last year, outpacing the industry average by 4 percentage points, according to the latest North American Dealers Association auction data. Ford vehicles now have the fewest number of defects of any full-line manufacturer and the highest customer satisfaction with vehicle quality among all major automakers, according to a first quarter study by RDA Group of Bloomfield Hills, Mich.
Once again, sales were higher throughout Ford’s lineup in April – continuing a trend that began in December. Cars were up 10 percent versus a year ago, utilities were up 33 percent, and trucks were up 38 percent. Among brands, Ford sales were up 26 percent, Lincoln sales were up 22 percent and Mercury sales were up 19 percent.
Additional Sales Highlights
* Ford Fusion, Motor Trend’s Car of the Year, set an April sales record of 18,971, up 4 percent versus the previous record set last year. Fusion has set monthly sales records in 12 of the last 13 months, and sales have been up 13 months in a row. Mercury Milan sales were up 36 percent, its sixth consecutive monthly sales increase.
* Ford Taurus sales totaled 6,166 in April, almost double year-ago levels (up 99 percent). Ford Focus sales were up 21 percent.
* With sales of 40,946, Ford’s F-Series posted a 42 percent sales increase in April. Ford’s leadership position in the truck market is strengthened by the arrival of the 2011 model F-Series Super Duty – the most capable, fuel-efficient heavy-duty pickup in the industry. In April, sales of the all-new 2011 Super Duty were more than double Ford’s plan for the month. F-Series has been America’s best-selling truck for 33 years in a row and best-selling vehicle (car or truck) for 28 years in a row. F-Series sales have increased five months in a row, and April’s increase was the largest.
* Utility vehicles also posted strong sales increases. Ford Escape set an April sales record of 19,146, up 41 percent. Ford Edge sales were up 18 percent (its seventh straight monthly increase), Ford Flex sales were a record for April and up 22 percent, and Mercury Mariner sales were up 24 percent (its fourth monthly increase in a row). Sales for traditional SUVs (Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer, Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator) also were higher than a year ago.
* Sales for Ford’s E-Series van (Econoline/Club Wagon) were up 15 percent versus a year ago. E-Series has been America’s best-selling full-size van for 31 years.
* Sales of the new Ford Transit Connect small commercial van totaled 2,229 in April – its highest sales month ever. ADT Security Services, the world’s largest electronic security provider, plans to place an order for 3,000 Transit Connects, representing half of its North American fleet. This move will save ADT an estimated $5.3 million annually in fuel costs while reducing carbon emissions. In a separate announcement, the city of Boston last week became the first municipality in America to approve the Transit Connect cab for taxi use. Meanwhile, the production of the battery-electric Transit Connect begins later this year.
* The company’s hybrid vehicles (Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner) posted sales of 2,726 in April, up 19 percent versus a year ago. Year-to-date, the company’s hybrid sales totaled 9,742, up 55 percent. Ford has sold approximately 130,000 hybrid vehicles in the U.S. and is America’s largest domestic hybrid company. In addition, Ford has sold more than 10,000 vehicles equipped with its V-6 EcoBoost engine technology.
* Ford, Lincoln and Mercury April sales totaled 162,996, up 25 percent versus year ago; retail sales were up 32 percent, and fleet sales were up 13 percent
* Ford brand sales up 26 percent versus year ago, Lincoln up 22 percent and Mercury up 19 percent
* Ford cars up 10 percent versus year ago, utilities up 33 percent and trucks up 38 percent
* Ford Fusion, Escape, Flex and Transit Connect set sales records
* Ford, Lincoln and Mercury year-to-date sales totaled 591,592, up 34 percent versus year ago
* Ford gains retail market share for the 18th time in the last 19 months, as more buyers turn to Ford’s fresh lineup of high-quality, fuel-efficient vehicles
Download Full Sales Release (With Tables)
DEARBORN, Mich., May 3, 2010 – Ford continued to post strong sales and market share gains in April, with Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers delivering 162,996 new vehicles in April – a 25 percent increase versus a year ago. It marks the fifth month in a row Ford sales have increased more than 20 percent. Year-to-date sales totaled 591,592, up 34 percent.
In April, Ford retail sales were up 32 percent versus a year ago, and Ford gained retail market share for the 18th time in the last 19 months. Fleet sales were up 13 percent. Ford is benefiting from a fresh lineup of new, high-quality, fuel-efficient vehicles delivering industry-leading levels of safety and smart design.
“Customers are benefitting from our strong new product lineup,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing Sales and Service. “Our laser focus on quality and dependability is increasing Ford resale values at a higher rate than the overall industry, bringing real value to Ford customers at trade-in time and driving industry-leading customer satisfaction and higher market share.”
On average, resale values of Ford vehicles have increased 23 percent versus last year, outpacing the industry average by 4 percentage points, according to the latest North American Dealers Association auction data. Ford vehicles now have the fewest number of defects of any full-line manufacturer and the highest customer satisfaction with vehicle quality among all major automakers, according to a first quarter study by RDA Group of Bloomfield Hills, Mich.
Once again, sales were higher throughout Ford’s lineup in April – continuing a trend that began in December. Cars were up 10 percent versus a year ago, utilities were up 33 percent, and trucks were up 38 percent. Among brands, Ford sales were up 26 percent, Lincoln sales were up 22 percent and Mercury sales were up 19 percent.
Additional Sales Highlights
* Ford Fusion, Motor Trend’s Car of the Year, set an April sales record of 18,971, up 4 percent versus the previous record set last year. Fusion has set monthly sales records in 12 of the last 13 months, and sales have been up 13 months in a row. Mercury Milan sales were up 36 percent, its sixth consecutive monthly sales increase.
* Ford Taurus sales totaled 6,166 in April, almost double year-ago levels (up 99 percent). Ford Focus sales were up 21 percent.
* With sales of 40,946, Ford’s F-Series posted a 42 percent sales increase in April. Ford’s leadership position in the truck market is strengthened by the arrival of the 2011 model F-Series Super Duty – the most capable, fuel-efficient heavy-duty pickup in the industry. In April, sales of the all-new 2011 Super Duty were more than double Ford’s plan for the month. F-Series has been America’s best-selling truck for 33 years in a row and best-selling vehicle (car or truck) for 28 years in a row. F-Series sales have increased five months in a row, and April’s increase was the largest.
* Utility vehicles also posted strong sales increases. Ford Escape set an April sales record of 19,146, up 41 percent. Ford Edge sales were up 18 percent (its seventh straight monthly increase), Ford Flex sales were a record for April and up 22 percent, and Mercury Mariner sales were up 24 percent (its fourth monthly increase in a row). Sales for traditional SUVs (Ford Explorer, Mercury Mountaineer, Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator) also were higher than a year ago.
* Sales for Ford’s E-Series van (Econoline/Club Wagon) were up 15 percent versus a year ago. E-Series has been America’s best-selling full-size van for 31 years.
* Sales of the new Ford Transit Connect small commercial van totaled 2,229 in April – its highest sales month ever. ADT Security Services, the world’s largest electronic security provider, plans to place an order for 3,000 Transit Connects, representing half of its North American fleet. This move will save ADT an estimated $5.3 million annually in fuel costs while reducing carbon emissions. In a separate announcement, the city of Boston last week became the first municipality in America to approve the Transit Connect cab for taxi use. Meanwhile, the production of the battery-electric Transit Connect begins later this year.
* The company’s hybrid vehicles (Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner) posted sales of 2,726 in April, up 19 percent versus a year ago. Year-to-date, the company’s hybrid sales totaled 9,742, up 55 percent. Ford has sold approximately 130,000 hybrid vehicles in the U.S. and is America’s largest domestic hybrid company. In addition, Ford has sold more than 10,000 vehicles equipped with its V-6 EcoBoost engine technology.
05-03-10 | 12:01 PM
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http://www.prnewswire.com/news-relea...-92682774.html
Chrysler Group LLC Reports April 2010 U.S. Sales Increase of 25 Percent
Auburn Hills, Mich., May 3 /PRNewswire/ --
* Increasing consumer confidence in Chrysler Group LLC propels the company to its best year-over-year percentage sales improvement since July 2005
* Steady month-over-month improvement in 2010 continues with strong April sales results
* Chrysler Brand sales increased 61 percent compared with the same time last year
* Dodge Brand sales are up 61 percent versus April 2009
* Dodge Challenger sets monthly sales record
* April's 'Minivan Event' drives sales of the Chrysler Town & Country (up 80 percent) and Dodge Grand Caravan (up 56 percent), minivan sales up a combined 68 percent
Chrysler Group LLC today reported a U.S. sales increase of 25 percent, the best year-over-year percentage sales improvement for the company in almost five years. In addition, the company continued its trend of month-over-month sales increases in 2010, up 3 percent versus March 2010.
"April was a very positive month for Chrysler Group, with concrete results that highlight the company is on-track and gaining momentum," said Fred Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer – Ram Truck Brand and Lead Executive for the Sales Organization. "Today we reported sales increased 25 percent compared with April 2009, building on the news from April 21 that the company posted an operating profit of $143 million for the first quarter 2010."
Chrysler Group LLC reported total U.S. sales for April of 95,703 units, an increase of 25 percent versus April 2009 (76,682 units). Sales increased 3 percent compared with March 2010 (92,623 units). Chrysler Group finished the month with a 53-day supply of inventory (196,614 units), a 42 percent decline versus April 2009 (336,913 units). Overall, U.S. industry sales figures for April are projected at an estimated 11.5 SAAR.
"We are proud of our Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge and Ram truck dealers, who supported the new company from day one," added Diaz. "They are as excited about our future as we are, and their enthusiasm is spreading to consumers, resulting in increasing showroom traffic and sales."
April U.S. Sales Highlights
* Dodge Brand sales (38,795 units) were up 61 percent compared with April 2009 (24,070 units)
* Dodge Challenger sales (3,713 units) increased 42 percent versus last year (2,619 units) and set a new monthly sales record for the Dodge Challenger
* Dodge Grand Caravan sales (10,435 units) improved 56 percent compared with the same time period last year (6,687 units)
* Dodge Avenger sales increased by triple digit percentages versus April 2009
* Dodge Charger sales increase 90 percent compared with the same time period last year
* Dodge Caliber sales (3,671 units) were up 44 percent compared with last year
* Dodge Nitro increased sales (1,536 units) 14 percent versus the same time period last year
* Chrysler Brand sales (22,386 units) increased 61 percent versus April 2009 (13,874 units)
* Chrysler Sebring (sedan and convertible) both posted triple digit percentage increases compared with April 2009
* Chrysler 300 sales (4,127 units) were up 40 percent versus last year (2,946 units)
* Chrysler Town & Country minivan sales (13,367 units) improved 80 percent compared with April 2009 (7,443 units)
* Jeep Compass sales (1,443 units) were up triple digits versus April 2009 (712 units)
* Jeep Patriot sales (2,404 units) improved 21 percent compared with last year (1,983 units)
* Jeep Liberty (3,490 units) sales increase six percent versus April 2009
* Dodge Dakota improved sales 36 percent versus April 2009
* Dodge Ram Heavy Duty pickup truck sales improved 13 percent compared with April 2009
"With competitively priced vehicles that customers want to purchase, the company was able to reduce incentive spending compared with last year, while posting improved sales," said Diaz. "But we aren't resting on this month's results. We are hungry to continue building on the sales improvements – we are just getting started."
Incentives
April incentives are valid through today, May incentives will be announced Tuesday, May 4.
Chrysler Group LLC Reports April 2010 U.S. Sales Increase of 25 Percent
Auburn Hills, Mich., May 3 /PRNewswire/ --
* Increasing consumer confidence in Chrysler Group LLC propels the company to its best year-over-year percentage sales improvement since July 2005
* Steady month-over-month improvement in 2010 continues with strong April sales results
* Chrysler Brand sales increased 61 percent compared with the same time last year
* Dodge Brand sales are up 61 percent versus April 2009
* Dodge Challenger sets monthly sales record
* April's 'Minivan Event' drives sales of the Chrysler Town & Country (up 80 percent) and Dodge Grand Caravan (up 56 percent), minivan sales up a combined 68 percent
Chrysler Group LLC today reported a U.S. sales increase of 25 percent, the best year-over-year percentage sales improvement for the company in almost five years. In addition, the company continued its trend of month-over-month sales increases in 2010, up 3 percent versus March 2010.
"April was a very positive month for Chrysler Group, with concrete results that highlight the company is on-track and gaining momentum," said Fred Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer – Ram Truck Brand and Lead Executive for the Sales Organization. "Today we reported sales increased 25 percent compared with April 2009, building on the news from April 21 that the company posted an operating profit of $143 million for the first quarter 2010."
Chrysler Group LLC reported total U.S. sales for April of 95,703 units, an increase of 25 percent versus April 2009 (76,682 units). Sales increased 3 percent compared with March 2010 (92,623 units). Chrysler Group finished the month with a 53-day supply of inventory (196,614 units), a 42 percent decline versus April 2009 (336,913 units). Overall, U.S. industry sales figures for April are projected at an estimated 11.5 SAAR.
"We are proud of our Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge and Ram truck dealers, who supported the new company from day one," added Diaz. "They are as excited about our future as we are, and their enthusiasm is spreading to consumers, resulting in increasing showroom traffic and sales."
April U.S. Sales Highlights
* Dodge Brand sales (38,795 units) were up 61 percent compared with April 2009 (24,070 units)
* Dodge Challenger sales (3,713 units) increased 42 percent versus last year (2,619 units) and set a new monthly sales record for the Dodge Challenger
* Dodge Grand Caravan sales (10,435 units) improved 56 percent compared with the same time period last year (6,687 units)
* Dodge Avenger sales increased by triple digit percentages versus April 2009
* Dodge Charger sales increase 90 percent compared with the same time period last year
* Dodge Caliber sales (3,671 units) were up 44 percent compared with last year
* Dodge Nitro increased sales (1,536 units) 14 percent versus the same time period last year
* Chrysler Brand sales (22,386 units) increased 61 percent versus April 2009 (13,874 units)
* Chrysler Sebring (sedan and convertible) both posted triple digit percentage increases compared with April 2009
* Chrysler 300 sales (4,127 units) were up 40 percent versus last year (2,946 units)
* Chrysler Town & Country minivan sales (13,367 units) improved 80 percent compared with April 2009 (7,443 units)
* Jeep Compass sales (1,443 units) were up triple digits versus April 2009 (712 units)
* Jeep Patriot sales (2,404 units) improved 21 percent compared with last year (1,983 units)
* Jeep Liberty (3,490 units) sales increase six percent versus April 2009
* Dodge Dakota improved sales 36 percent versus April 2009
* Dodge Ram Heavy Duty pickup truck sales improved 13 percent compared with April 2009
"With competitively priced vehicles that customers want to purchase, the company was able to reduce incentive spending compared with last year, while posting improved sales," said Diaz. "But we aren't resting on this month's results. We are hungry to continue building on the sales improvements – we are just getting started."
Incentives
April incentives are valid through today, May incentives will be announced Tuesday, May 4.
05-03-10 | 12:04 PM
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Audi Sets April U.S. Sales Record With Second-Best Monthly Performance In Its History
-- Audi 2010 April sales increased 33% over 2009; only December 2006 provided better monthly results
-- Audi Q5 sales set a single-month record
-- A3 TDI accounts for nearly 60% of line's sales, exceeding expectations
May 3, 2010 (PR Newswire) --
HERNDON, Va., May 3 /PRNewswire/ -- After the best first quarter in the brand's history, Audi today maintained its 2010 momentum with record April sales in the U.S. For the month, sales of Audi cars and SUVs increased 32.9% compared to April 2009.
The April 2010 results were buoyed by record monthly sales for the Audi Q5 and the A5 Cabriolet, and they marked the second-best U.S. sales in any month for Audi. In April 2010, Audi sold 9,319 luxury cars and SUVs. This topped the previous record, set in 2007, of 8,106 vehicles sold. The best month for Audi in the U.S. was December 2006 when sales reached 11,897 vehicles.
Audi A3 sales jumped 144% from a year earlier. That gain was largely due to strong consumer demand for the A3 TDI model, which is the reigning 2010 Green Car of the Year. Another positive product story for Audi came from sales of the A6 luxury sedan which increased 105.2% over last April.
"Consumers of luxury goods are clearly buying again," said Audi of America President Johan de Nysschen. "As these buyers return to the car market they are seeking out cars representing substance, leading-edge engineering and sophisticated styling. Those priorities are the fundamental reason Audi has set record sales in three of the past four months."
Audi A5 continues its single-month sales record streak
The Audi A5 Cabriolet's popularity continued to grow, setting a monthly sales record of 797 cars in April (including Audi S5 Cabriolet results). In April, the overall A5 model line (including S5 and A5/S5 Cabriolet sales) posted a year-over-year increase of 171.5%. Without the A5/S5 Cabriolet models (which weren't available in April 2009), sales for the A5/S5 line increased a robust 54.3% from a year earlier.
Audi TDI technology convinces consumers to go "green"
Consumers are continuing to embrace TDI clean diesel technology from Audi in extraordinary ways. The Audi A3 TDI now accounts for 58.7% of the overall A3 model mix. Overall, A3 sales rose 144%, meaning sales of the TDI models are incremental since their introduction to the U.S. market late last year. The Audi Q7 TDI SUV continues to account for 36.2% of the Q7 line, a result that's largely limited by supply of the TDI models.
Audi Q5 also achieves best-ever sales mark
Since its debut in 2009, the Q5 has become the brand's second-best performing model, trailing only the A4 lineup. Sales of the Q5 crossover vehicle reached 1,910 units in April, an increase of 60.2% from last April.
The positive sales results for Audi in the U.S. came as AUDI AG reported its operating profits globally in the first quarter rose 30% to 478 million euros (roughly $632.7 million). Double-digit growth rates in all global regions over the first three months of 2010. In the first quarter, AUDI AG reported operating revenues of 8,260 million euros (roughly $10.9 billion).
Audi CPO sales results
Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales slipped due to limited supplies. Audi recorded 2,285 CPO units sold in April, off 12.2% from April 2009.
-- Audi Q5 sales set a single-month record
-- A3 TDI accounts for nearly 60% of line's sales, exceeding expectations
May 3, 2010 (PR Newswire) --
HERNDON, Va., May 3 /PRNewswire/ -- After the best first quarter in the brand's history, Audi today maintained its 2010 momentum with record April sales in the U.S. For the month, sales of Audi cars and SUVs increased 32.9% compared to April 2009.
The April 2010 results were buoyed by record monthly sales for the Audi Q5 and the A5 Cabriolet, and they marked the second-best U.S. sales in any month for Audi. In April 2010, Audi sold 9,319 luxury cars and SUVs. This topped the previous record, set in 2007, of 8,106 vehicles sold. The best month for Audi in the U.S. was December 2006 when sales reached 11,897 vehicles.
Audi A3 sales jumped 144% from a year earlier. That gain was largely due to strong consumer demand for the A3 TDI model, which is the reigning 2010 Green Car of the Year. Another positive product story for Audi came from sales of the A6 luxury sedan which increased 105.2% over last April.
"Consumers of luxury goods are clearly buying again," said Audi of America President Johan de Nysschen. "As these buyers return to the car market they are seeking out cars representing substance, leading-edge engineering and sophisticated styling. Those priorities are the fundamental reason Audi has set record sales in three of the past four months."
Audi A5 continues its single-month sales record streak
The Audi A5 Cabriolet's popularity continued to grow, setting a monthly sales record of 797 cars in April (including Audi S5 Cabriolet results). In April, the overall A5 model line (including S5 and A5/S5 Cabriolet sales) posted a year-over-year increase of 171.5%. Without the A5/S5 Cabriolet models (which weren't available in April 2009), sales for the A5/S5 line increased a robust 54.3% from a year earlier.
Audi TDI technology convinces consumers to go "green"
Consumers are continuing to embrace TDI clean diesel technology from Audi in extraordinary ways. The Audi A3 TDI now accounts for 58.7% of the overall A3 model mix. Overall, A3 sales rose 144%, meaning sales of the TDI models are incremental since their introduction to the U.S. market late last year. The Audi Q7 TDI SUV continues to account for 36.2% of the Q7 line, a result that's largely limited by supply of the TDI models.
Audi Q5 also achieves best-ever sales mark
Since its debut in 2009, the Q5 has become the brand's second-best performing model, trailing only the A4 lineup. Sales of the Q5 crossover vehicle reached 1,910 units in April, an increase of 60.2% from last April.
The positive sales results for Audi in the U.S. came as AUDI AG reported its operating profits globally in the first quarter rose 30% to 478 million euros (roughly $632.7 million). Double-digit growth rates in all global regions over the first three months of 2010. In the first quarter, AUDI AG reported operating revenues of 8,260 million euros (roughly $10.9 billion).
Audi CPO sales results
Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales slipped due to limited supplies. Audi recorded 2,285 CPO units sold in April, off 12.2% from April 2009.
05-03-10 | 12:08 PM
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Hyundai Results
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CARLINE APR/2010 APR/2009 CY/2010 CY/2009 ------- -------- -------- ------- ------- ACCENT 2,990 5,189 18,278 18,912 SONATA 18,536 11,815 50,283 37,472 ELANTRA 9,657 4,684 28,909 26,479 TIBURON 0 3,353 0 6,263 SANTA FE 5,917 3,726 30,633 19,839 AZERA 237 289 935 1,292 TUCSON 3,871 1,428 11,912 5,106 ENTOURAGE 0 186 0 3,171 VERACRUZ 550 1,206 2,111 5,251 GENESIS 2,265 2,076 7,842 6,021 ------- ----- ----- ----- ----- TOTAL 44,023 33,952 155,532 129,806
Hyundai really needs to build another plant in the U.S. Montgomery plant which currently builds new Sonata and Santa Fe SUV is operating at full capacity. Sonata making up about 70 percent of the production. they won't be able keep up with the demand whenever turbo and hybrid hit the shore. I really do think hyundai can sell 250k-300k sonata a year. they are on pace for about 200k this year. that's not bad for just selling 4 bangers.
05-03-10 | 12:25 PM
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Toyota Reports April Sales
Sales chart- http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/d...ales_Chart.pdf
http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/t...es-157902.aspx
Sales chart- http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/d...ales_Chart.pdf
http://pressroom.toyota.com/pr/tms/t...es-157902.aspx
TORRANCE, Calif. (May 3, 2010) – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. today reported April sales of 157,439 vehicles. With equal selling days in April 2009 and 2010, sales were up 24.4 percent over the year-ago month on a daily selling rate and unadjusted raw volume basis.
The Toyota Division posted April sales of 139,080 units, an increase of 23.8 percent over the same period last year. The Lexus Division reported April sales of 18,359 units, an increase of 29.3 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 83,506 units, an increase of 18.2 percent over last April. Passenger car sales were led by Corolla with sales of 27,932 units, up 50.7 percent over the year-ago month. Camry and Camry Hybrid posted combined April sales of 27,914 units, up 10.2 percent over the same period last year. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid reported sales of 12,555 units for the month, up 49.7 percent over April 2009. The new Avalon sedan recorded monthly sales of 2,812 units, up 36.1 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of 55,574 units in April, up 33.3 percent over April 2009. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV, which recorded monthly sales of 14,851 units, up 33.5 percent over the same period last year. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 7,026 units for the month, up 25.6 percent over last April. 4Runner reported sales of 4,200 units, up 204.3 percent over the year-ago month. The Tacoma mid-size pickup posted sales of 9,407 units for the month, up 4.2 percent over last April. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded sales of 8,949 units, up 45.4 percent over the same period last year. The all-new Sienna minivan reported sales of 8,688, up 40.6 percent over April 2009.
Scion posted April sales of 3,577 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 1,643 units. The tC sports coupe posted April sales of 1,171 units. The xD reported sales of 763 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus reported passenger car sales of 9,901 units, up 37.7 percent over the year-ago month. Lexus passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan which posted sales of 4,396 units, up 23.9 percent over last April. The IS luxury sports sedan and coupe reported combined sales of 2,701 units, up 16.2 percent over the same period last month. The HS luxury hybrid sedan recorded April sales of 1,076 units.
Lexus light trucks recorded sales of 8,458 units, up 20.7 percent over last April. Lexus Division sales were led by the RX, which posted combined April sales of 7,454 units, up 19.5 percent over the year-ago month.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted April sales of 17,242 hybrid vehicles, up 41.1 percent over April 2009. Toyota Division posted sales of 14,902 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported sales 2,340 hybrids in April.
There were 26 selling days this month and last April.
The Toyota Division posted April sales of 139,080 units, an increase of 23.8 percent over the same period last year. The Lexus Division reported April sales of 18,359 units, an increase of 29.3 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 83,506 units, an increase of 18.2 percent over last April. Passenger car sales were led by Corolla with sales of 27,932 units, up 50.7 percent over the year-ago month. Camry and Camry Hybrid posted combined April sales of 27,914 units, up 10.2 percent over the same period last year. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid reported sales of 12,555 units for the month, up 49.7 percent over April 2009. The new Avalon sedan recorded monthly sales of 2,812 units, up 36.1 percent over the year-ago month.
Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of 55,574 units in April, up 33.3 percent over April 2009. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV, which recorded monthly sales of 14,851 units, up 33.5 percent over the same period last year. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 7,026 units for the month, up 25.6 percent over last April. 4Runner reported sales of 4,200 units, up 204.3 percent over the year-ago month. The Tacoma mid-size pickup posted sales of 9,407 units for the month, up 4.2 percent over last April. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded sales of 8,949 units, up 45.4 percent over the same period last year. The all-new Sienna minivan reported sales of 8,688, up 40.6 percent over April 2009.
Scion posted April sales of 3,577 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 1,643 units. The tC sports coupe posted April sales of 1,171 units. The xD reported sales of 763 units for the month.
Lexus Division
Lexus reported passenger car sales of 9,901 units, up 37.7 percent over the year-ago month. Lexus passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan which posted sales of 4,396 units, up 23.9 percent over last April. The IS luxury sports sedan and coupe reported combined sales of 2,701 units, up 16.2 percent over the same period last month. The HS luxury hybrid sedan recorded April sales of 1,076 units.
Lexus light trucks recorded sales of 8,458 units, up 20.7 percent over last April. Lexus Division sales were led by the RX, which posted combined April sales of 7,454 units, up 19.5 percent over the year-ago month.
TMS Hybrids
TMS posted April sales of 17,242 hybrid vehicles, up 41.1 percent over April 2009. Toyota Division posted sales of 14,902 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported sales 2,340 hybrids in April.
There were 26 selling days this month and last April.
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American Honda Reports April Sales Increase of 12.5 Percent
American Honda Reports April Sales Increase of 12.5 Percent
American Honda Reports April Sales Increase of 12.5 Percent
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TORRANCE, Calif., May 3 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted April sales of 113,697, an increase of 12.5 percent compared to April 2009 results of 101,029, the company announced today. American Honda year-to-date sales of 370,109 represent an increase of 12.6 percent based on the daily selling rate*.
Honda Division posted April sales of 102,978, an increase of 11.7 percent versus April 2009. Honda light-truck sales increased 38.1 percent for the month to 42,034. The CR-V crossover utility vehicle, up 36.8 percent; Odyssey minivan, up 11.8 percent; and Pilot sport utility vehicle, up 41.9 percent, accounted for the highest light-truck monthly sales with totals of 16,661, 10,628 and 9,322 units, respectively.
Acura Division April sales increased 21.6 percent to 10,719. The MDX luxury sport utility vehicle led the division with sales of 3,714, an increase of 58.9 percent.
*The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 26 days for both April 2010 and 2009. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 100 days for 2010, versus 101 days for 2009. All percentages reflect DSR
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TORRANCE, Calif., May 3 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted April sales of 113,697, an increase of 12.5 percent compared to April 2009 results of 101,029, the company announced today. American Honda year-to-date sales of 370,109 represent an increase of 12.6 percent based on the daily selling rate*.
Honda Division posted April sales of 102,978, an increase of 11.7 percent versus April 2009. Honda light-truck sales increased 38.1 percent for the month to 42,034. The CR-V crossover utility vehicle, up 36.8 percent; Odyssey minivan, up 11.8 percent; and Pilot sport utility vehicle, up 41.9 percent, accounted for the highest light-truck monthly sales with totals of 16,661, 10,628 and 9,322 units, respectively.
Acura Division April sales increased 21.6 percent to 10,719. The MDX luxury sport utility vehicle led the division with sales of 3,714, an increase of 58.9 percent.
*The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 26 days for both April 2010 and 2009. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 100 days for 2010, versus 101 days for 2009. All percentages reflect DSR
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American Honda Vehicle Sales For April 2010
Month-to-Date
April April DSR**
2010 2009 % Chg.
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American Honda Total 113,697 101,029 12.5%
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Total Car Sales 66,547 67,514 -1.4%
Total Truck Sales 47,150 33,515 40.7%
Honda Total Car Sales 60,944 61,778 -1.3%
Honda Total Truck Sales 42,034 30,438 38.1%
Acura Total Car Sales 5,603 5,736 -2.3%
Acura Total Truck Sales 5,116 3,077 66.3%
Domestic Car Sales * 56,564 52,501 7.7%
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Honda Division 53,722 49,396 8.8%
Acura Division 2,842 3,105 -8.5%
Domestic Truck Sales * 47,010 30,694 53.2%
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Honda Division 41,894 27,617 51.7%
Acura Division 5,116 3,077 66.3%
Import Car Sales 9,983 15,013 -33.5%
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Honda Division 7,222 12,382 -41.7%
Acura Division 2,761 2,631 4.9%
Import Truck Sales 140 2,821 -95.0%
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Honda Division 140 2,821 -95.0%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total 102,978 92,216 11.7%
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Fit 4,699 4,115 14.2%
Accord * 31,766 29,212 8.7%
Memo: Accord Hybrid 0 0
Memo: Accord Crosstour*** 2,455 0
Civic * 25,042 26,252 -4.6%
Memo: Civic Hybrid 621 3,361 -81.5%
S2000 12 103 -88.3%
Insight 1,880 2,096 -10.3%
FCX 0 0
FCX Clarity 0 0
Odyssey * 10,628 9,510 11.8%
Pilot * 9,322 6,569 41.9%
CR-V * 16,661 12,175 36.8%
Element * 1,236 1,000 23.6%
Ridgeline 1,732 1,184 46.3%
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Acura Division Total 10,719 8,813 21.6%
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RSX 0 0
TL * 2,842 3,105 -8.5%
TSX 2,607 2,429 7.3%
RL 154 202 -23.8%
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MDX * 3,714 2,337 58.9%
ZDX * 234 0
RDX * 1,168 740 57.8%
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Selling Days 26 26
Year-to-Date
April April DSR**
2010 2009 % Chg.
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American Honda Total 370,109 332,014 12.6%
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Total Car Sales 216,789 204,300 7.2%
Total Truck Sales 153,320 127,714 21.2%
Honda Total Car Sales 195,468 182,716 8.0%
Honda Total Truck Sales 136,129 115,965 18.6%
Acura Total Car Sales 21,321 21,584 -0.2%
Acura Total Truck Sales 17,191 11,749 47.8%
Domestic Car Sales * 182,788 155,299 18.9%
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Honda Division 171,633 144,156 20.3%
Acura Division 11,155 11,143 1.1%
Domestic Truck Sales * 152,358 112,954 36.2%
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Honda Division 135,167 101,205 34.9%
Acura Division 17,191 11,749 47.8%
Import Car Sales 34,001 49,001 -29.9%
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Honda Division 23,835 38,560 -37.6%
Acura Division 10,166 10,441 -1.7%
Import Truck Sales 962 14,760 -93.4%
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Honda Division 962 14,760 -93.4%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total 331,597 298,681 12.1%
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Fit 14,991 18,407 -17.7%
Accord * 104,101 84,491 24.4%
Memo: Accord Hybrid 0 1
Memo: Accord Crosstour*** 9,211 0
Civic * 78,669 76,782 3.5%
Memo: Civic Hybrid 1,799 8,668 -79.0%
S2000 56 369 -84.7%
Insight 6,853 2,665 159.7%
FCX 0 0
FCX Clarity 9 2 354.5%
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Odyssey * 33,613 29,757 14.1%
Pilot * 31,291 26,715 18.3%
CR-V * 53,009 50,647 5.7%
Element * 4,137 4,143 0.9%
Ridgeline 4,868 4,703 4.5%
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Acura Division Total 38,512 33,333 16.7%
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RSX 0 0
TL * 11,155 11,143 1.1%
TSX 9,608 9,684 0.2%
RL 558 757 -25.6%
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MDX * 12,619 8,663 47.1%
ZDX * 829 0
RDX * 3,743 3,086 22.5%
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Selling Days 100 101