LexFather

Info should debut Monday.

mordecai

Big month for Toyota:

Toyota Motor Sales Issues November 2012 Sales Preview


TORRANCE, Calif., (Dec. 3, 2012) – Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., reported monthly sales of 161,695 units in November 2012, up 17.2 percent on both a daily selling rate (DSR) basis and on an unadjusted raw volume basis.

Full press release to follow by 10:30 a.m. Pacific.

Marklouis

pretty Impressive

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GM Up 3%

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General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) today reported its highest November sales in the United States since 2007, with deliveries up 3 percent versus a year ago to 186,505 vehicles. Year-over-year sales to retail customers were essentially equal to a year ago and sales to fleet customers were up 16 percent.

“In November, we saw strong car and crossover sales and we continue to make inroads with younger customers, import drivers and buyers focused on fuel economy,” said Kurt McNeil, vice president of U.S. sales operations. “Sales at Cadillac and Buick are benefiting from the buzz generated by new products, including the Buick Verano, Cadillac XTS and Cadillac ATS.”

Sales of GM passenger cars increased 19 percent in November compared with a year ago. Crossovers were up 9 percent and sales of trucks were down 11 percent. Buick and Cadillac had their best November sales since 2006 and 2007, respectively.

Passenger car sales were up 77 percent at Cadillac, 22 percent at Buick and 13 percent at Chevrolet.
Combined sales of mini, small and compact cars were up 51 percent compared with a year ago, driven by the new Buick Verano and Chevrolet Spark, a 27 percent increase for the Chevrolet Cruze, a 33 percent increase for the Chevrolet Volt and a 12 percent increase for the Chevrolet Sonic.
Crossover sales were driven by a 44 percent increase for the GMC Terrain, a 23 percent increase for the Buick Enclave and a 13 percent increase for both the Chevrolet Equinox and the Cadillac SRX.
Sales of large pickups were 8 percent lower in part due to unexpectedly high competitive incentive activity, which GM did not match.

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Audi Record Setting November

Record-setting November sales push Audi to new all-time yearly high
- Premium category vehicles (A8, A7, A6, and Q7) help achieve new annual and monthly sales records, representing nearly 33% of November Audi deliveries
Audi today reported its 23rd consecutive month of record sales with November volume reaching 12,067 cars and SUVs, up 24.4% from the 9,700 models sold a year earlier.

The 4th-best month in Audi of America history also propelled the brand to a new annual mark with a month to go the year. Audi year-to-date sales at the end of November stood at 124,469 vehicles, easily eclipsing the annual sales record of 117,561 set just last year. Audi 2012 YTD sales ran 18.6% ahead of last year’s pace through November 30.

“We’re looking forward to finishing the year strong,” said Mark Del Rosso, Chief Operating Officer, Audi of America. “Audi is in on the right track. We are pleased to see consumers recognize this and continue to reward the brand for its superior performance, progressive technology and excellent craftsmanship.”

Audi premium category vehicles (the Audi A8, Audi A7, Audi A6, and Audi Q7) continue to capture the attention of discerning customers by delivering sales that equaled 32.7% of the total November sales mix, up from the 19% premium vehicle sales mix seen in 2009. Overall sales of the top-end Audi models jumped 28% in November and have increased 42% through the first 11 months of the year. Demand for the full-size Audi Q7 luxury SUV, generated a 91.9% sales increase for the month and a 17.8% increase year to date.

Consumer interest in the Audi Q5 generated a 14% increase with 2,724 sales. This marked the second best month of Q5 sales in Audi history. The newly updated Audi A4, the best-selling model for the brand, contributed a 33.7% increase in November sales, with the new Audi allroad registering 437 sales compared to 228 a year earlier for the Audi A4 Avant that it replaced in the lineup. Audi A4 sedan sales rose 27.7% for the month. Sales of the updated and performance-oriented Audi A5 increased 39.3% for the month, with the A5 coupe rising 53.9%. Year-to-date sales of the A5 increased 11.2% year-to-date.

The record setting November continued with certified pre-owned sales of 2,845, an increase of 6% over November 2011.

Highlights:
- November 2012 ranks as the best November in Audi of America history
- Sales mix for Audi S / RS models finished the month at 14% for the S4, 39% for the S5 coupe/ RS 5 coupe, 12% for the S8 and 62% for the TTS and TT RS.
- Audi A4 models sales up 33.7% compared to November 2011; YTD sales grew 10.2% compared to previous period.
- The Audi allroad finished the month at 437 sale (in addition to three Audi A4 Avant sales), compared to 228 Audi A4 Avant sales in 2011.
- Audi A5 sales up 39.3% compared to November 2011; YTD sales grew 11.2% compared to previous period.
- Sales of Audi A6 increased 15.6% compared to November 2011; YTD sales up 84.7% compared to previous period.
- Sales of Audi A8 increased 17.4% compared to November 2011; YTD sales up 1.6% compared to previous period.
- Sales of Audi Q5 increased 14% compared to November 2011; YTD sales up 11% compared to previous period.
- Sales of Audi Q7 increased 91.9% compared to November 2011; YTD sales up 17.8% compared to previous period.
- Sales of Audi TT increased 31.7% compared to November 2011; YTD sales up 0.5% compared to previous period.
- Sales mix for Audi TDI clean diesel models finish the month at 45.3% for the A3 TDI and 28.8% for Q7 TDI
- For the record-setting month of November 2012, four Audi models recorded year-over-year sales increases of 20% or more, including the Audi A4, the Audi A5, the Audi Q7 and the Audi TT models.
- Audi Certified pre-owned sales set an all-time record of 2,845 vehicles sold, amounting to the best November in Audi history.

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AUDI US SNAPSHOT                       --YTD--
Model Line     Nov. '12 Actual     Nov. '11 Actual     Yr/Yr % change     Nov.'12 YTD Actual     Nov. '11 YTD Actual     Yr/Yr % change
A3     400     491     -18.5%     6,808     5,926     14.9%
A4     3,343     2,501     33.7%     34,724     31,512     10.2%
A5     1,385     994     39.3%     15,568     14,112     11.2%
A6     1,594     1,379     15.6%     17,123     9,269     88.6%
A7     653     631     3.5%     7,672     5,383     42.5%
A8     541     461     17.4%     5,102     5,022     1.6%
Audi Q5     2,724     2,390     14%     25,045     22,571     11%
Audi Q7     1,161     605     91.9%     9,515     8,079     17.8%
R8     50     84     -40.5%     751     1,012     -25.8%
TT     216     164     31.7%     2,031     2,020     0.5%
Total Audi Sales     12,067     9,700     24.4%     124,469     104,906     18.6%
Total CPO Sales     2,845     2,688     6%     33,148     33,853     -2 


NOTES:
- A4 includes Audi A4 Avant, A4 sedan, S4 sedan and Audi allroad models.
- A5 includes Audi A5 coupe, S5 coupe, RS 5 coupe, A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet models.
- A6 includes Audi A6 sedan, S6 sedan and A6 Avant models.
- All-new A7 model sales began in April 2011. A7 includes A7 sedan and S7 sedan.
- 2012 A8 includes Audi A8 sedan, A8L sedan and S8 sedan models.
- TT includes Audi TT coupe’ and TT roadster models.
- R8 includes Audi R8 coupe and R8 Spyder models.

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http://media.ford.com/article_displa...ticle_id=37396

Download Full Sales Release (With Tables)

Ford U.S. November small car sales total 26,848 vehicles – a 76 percent increase compared with last year and the company’s strongest November small car sales in 12 years
C-MAX Hybrids sales gain momentum with 4,848 vehicles in November, a 52 percent increase compared with October; Ford posts best-ever month for electrified vehicle sales
F-Series has its 16th consecutive year-over-year monthly sales increase and fourth month in a row with more than 50,000 sales; this marks F-Series’ best November sales since 2005, with 56,299 pickups sold – an 18 percent increase
Ford Motor Company U.S. sales total 177,673 vehicles in November, up 6 percent from a year ago; retail sales up 12 percent compared with last year
Ford announces 2013 first-quarter production of 750,000 vehicles; up 11 percent from the prior year

DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 3, 2012 – November brought growth throughout Ford’s product portfolio in the U.S., with car sales up 15 percent, utilities up 2 percent and trucks up 4 percent.

“November represented a strong month for the industry, and Ford sales performed well across the board,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. “We saw sharp increases in demand for Ford’s fuel-efficient small cars, our best-ever month for electrified vehicles and growing demand for our fuel-efficient and capable F-Series pickups.”

Ford had its best small car November sales month since 2000, with Focus, the all-new C-MAX Hybrids and Fiesta sales totaling 26,848 vehicles – a 76 percent increase over last year. Focus sales were up 56 percent versus year-ago levels, while the all-new C-MAX Hybrid lineup gained 52 percent versus October, when the C-MAX Energi went on sale.

The Ford F-Series, America’s best-selling vehicle, posted an 18 percent increase, with 56,299 vehicles sold in November. This represents F-Series’ best November since 2005 and 16 straight months of year-over-year sales increases.

Ford’s total November sales of 177,673 vehicles increased 6 percent versus last year, with retail sales up 12 percent.

Ford also announced its 2013 first-quarter North American production plan. The company plans to build 750,000 vehicles in the first quarter, up 11 percent (73,000 vehicles) from 2012’s first quarter. Fourth quarter production of 725,000 vehicles is unchanged from previous guidance.

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Honda Reports All-Time Bes November Sales

American Honda reports an all-time record for the month of November, with November 2012 U.S. sales of 116,580 units, an increase of 38.9% compared with November 2011. The Honda Division posted November 2012 sales of 104,334 units, an increase of 41.0% compared with November 2011. Acura U.S. November sales of 12,246 units represents an increase of 23.6% over November 2011.

Honda
- Segment-leading Civic breaks 12-year-old November record (1990) with sales of 30,075 units, up 75% from a year ago

- All-new Accord continues to ramp up with 26,248 sales, up 82% from last November

- CR-V sets it 9th monthly sales record for 2012, up 36 percent to 22,333 sales

"We are now surpassing sales records set pre-recession, a true sign that our business has recovered," said John Mendel, American Honda executive vice president of Sales. "Honda's all-time best November demonstrates the fundamental strength of our core products. The new Accord is hitting its stride, and with the new Civic now arriving in dealerships, we're ready for a strong finish to 2012."

Acura
- RDX sets its 7th-consecutive monthly sales record, up 129% from a year ago with 3,036 sales

- MDX was the top selling Acura model in November, with 3,368 sales

- ILX gains traction as the top selling Acura sedan in November, with 2,108 sales

"While the MDX leads the lineup in sales, the record-setting sales of RDX and ILX are doing a great job as the gateway to the Acura lineup in bringing new customers to the brand," said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura Sales. "The combination of Acura's growing lineup and rising industry sales are fueling Acura's momentum as we head into 2013."

The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 25 days for November 2012 and 25 days for November 2011. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 281 days for 2012 and 280 days for 2011. All other percentages in release are unadjusted; see table for adjusted DSR figures.

For more information about Honda vehicles, please visit www.automobiles.honda.com. For media inquiries please visit www.hondanews.com. For more information about Acura vehicles, please visit www.acura.com. For media inquiries please visit www.acuranews.com.

TangoRed

Chrysler Group LLC Reports November 2012 U.S. Sales Increased 14 Percent; Best November Sales in Five Years

Best November sales since 2007
32nd-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains
Chrysler, Dodge, Ram Truck, and FIAT brands each post sales increases in November compared with same month a year ago
FIAT brand sales up 123 percent in November; largest year-over-year percentage increase of any Chrysler Group brand
Fiat 500 sets sales record for month of November
FIAT brand expands product lineup with four additional models at Los Angeles Auto Show – Fiat 500e, Fiat 500L, Fiat 500L Trekking, and Fiat 500 Abarth Cabrio
Dodge brand sales up 32 percent; best November sales since 2007
Dodge Journey full-size crossover sets sales record for month of November with 77 percent sales gain
Dodge Grand Caravan sales increase 42 percent; best November sales since 2007
Dodge Charger sales up 24 percent; best November sales since 2007
Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan posts sizeable 26 percent sales increase
Dodge brand re-introduces legendary Charger Daytona at Los Angeles Auto Show
Ram Truck brand sales up 23 percent versus same month a year ago; best November sales since 2007
Ram pickup truck posts 23 percent sales gain; named ‘Truck of the Year’ by Ruedas ESPN, the leading Spanish automotive radio show in U.S.
Ram Truck brand to develop new large van for North American market; sales slated to begin third quarter of 2013
Ram Truck brand launches new Ram Commercial truck division
Chrysler brand sales up 1 percent; best November sales since 2008
Chrysler 300 flagship sedan posts 17 percent sales gain
Chrysler Town & Country minivan sales up 3 percent in November; best November sales since 2009
Jeep® Wrangler sets sales record for month of November with 12 percent increase
Jeep Wrangler receives two 2013 Best Resale Value Awards from Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com
Jeep brand introduces new, limited-production Wrangler Rubicon 10th-Anniversary Edition at Los Angeles Auto Show
Best Jeep Grand Cherokee sales since 2005; second best sales month this year
Jeep Patriot, America’s best priced SUV, had its strongest November sales since 2007
Dodge Dart, Ram 1500 and SRT Viper earn 2013 Hispanic Motor Press Awards

December 3, 2012 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 122,565 units, a 14 percent increase compared with sales in November 2011 (107,172 units), and the group’s best November sales since 2007.

The Chrysler, Dodge, Ram Truck and FIAT brands each posted year-over-year sales gains in November compared with the same month last year. The FIAT brand’s 123 percent increase was the largest sales gain of any Chrysler Group brand for the month. November marked Chrysler Group’s 32nd-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains.

“Even with all the talk of a looming fiscal cliff, Chrysler Group is well positioned for a strong sales finish to the year,” said Reid Bigland, President and CEO – Dodge Brand and Head of U.S. Sales. “Our November sales were up 14 percent and we extended our sales streak to 32-consecutive months of year-over-year sales gains. We are expecting a strong December as the industry continues to recover from the East Coast hurricane and consumers continue to respond to our popular year-end Big Finish event.”

Models that contributed to Chrysler Group’s 14 percent sales increase include the Fiat 500, the Dodge Journey full-size crossover, and the iconic Jeep® Wrangler sport-utility vehicle, each setting a sales record for the month of November. The Journey’s 77 percent sales gain was the largest percentage increase of any Dodge brand model in November.

Two Chrysler Group sedans weighed in with significant sales increases in November. Sales of the sporty Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan were up 26 percent while the flagship Chrysler 300 full-size sedan recorded a 17 percent sales gain in November. The Dodge Grand Caravan minivan and the Ram pickup truck each posted sizeable gains as well in November.

Chrysler Group finished the month with an 90-days supply of inventory (442,241 units). U.S. industry sales figures for November are projected at an estimated 15.3 million units Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR).

http://media.chrysler.com/newsrelease.do?id=13582&mid=2

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Toyota Up 17.2%

Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported November 2012 sales results of 161,695 units, an increase of 17.2 percent compared to the same period last year on both a daily selling rate (DSR) and a raw volume basis.

The Toyota Division posted November total sales of 138,976 units, an increase of 17.3 percent on a DSR basis from November 2011.

“Replacement of vehicles damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Sandy is partially responsible for strong sales,” said Bill Fay, Toyota Division group vice president and general manager. “However, pent up demand, record low finance rates and exciting new products are also driving demand. Approximately 40 percent of the vehicles we sell this year will be all-new or significantly updated models.”

The Lexus Division recorded November sales of 22,719 units, up 16.8 percent over November 2011 on both a daily selling rate (DSR) and a raw volume basis.

“With 9 new or redesigned models available for customers, Lexus posted its best November sales in 5 years,” said Tim Morrison, Lexus Division vice president of sales. “Our momentum is extremely strong, and we will close out 2012 with a December to Remember.”

Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded combined monthly sales of 76,993 units, up 16.5 percent over November 2011. Camry and Camry Hybrid led car sales with combined sales of 28,765 units. Corolla reported its best November ever with sales of 22,616 units, increasing 40.3 percent. The Prius Family increased 8.5 percent with November sales of 16,505 units.

Toyota Division light trucks recorded November sales of 61,983 units, an increase of 18.3 percent compared to the same month last year. The Tacoma mid-size pickup truck and RAV4 compact SUV led truck sales with monthly sales of 12,272 and 12,423 units, respectively. Tundra full-size pickup reported sales of 8,309 units, up 31.6 percent over the previous November. Highlander, 4Runner and Sienna also all posted double-digit gains over last November.

Scion benefited from the return of younger buyers to the marketplace along with new products, posting November sales of 5,606 units, up 57.8 percent over November 2011. Sales of the recently introduced FR-S remain strong at 1,350 units.

Lexus Division
Lexus reported passenger car sales of 12,460 units, up 18.2 percent over November 2011. The ES 350 entry luxury sedan and the first-ever ES Hybrid led Lexus passenger car sales with combined sales of 6,066 units, increasing 28.2 percent year-over-year. The GS midsize luxury sedan posted sales of 1,826 units, up 786.4 percent

Lexus luxury utility vehicles recorded sales of 10,259 units, up 15 percent over November 2011. The RX and RX Hybrid luxury utility vehicle led sales with combined November sales of 8,871 units, up 17.0 percent over last year.

TMS Hybrids
TMS posted November hybrid vehicle sales of 24,682 an increase of 28.7 percent compared to the same period last year. Toyota Division posted November sales of 20,958 hybrids, while Lexus Division reported sales of 3,724 hybrids for the month.

spwolf

Civic selling like crazy, all due to the price... so much for anything else being important! ;-)
Seems like Ford and GM lost quite a bit of market share this month too.

Mr. Burns

Full charts here:

http://carstyleblog.com/auto-industr...ber-2012-sales

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Joeb427

iTrader: (1)

The 5 Series strong at 5857 units in Nov.Up 64% over Nov '11.

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