May 2018 Sales Thread
06-02-18, 08:19 AM
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Mitsubishi
http://media.mitsubishicars.com/rele...th-in-11-years
Mitsubishi Motors Records Best May Sales Month in 11 Years /
Total sales up 31.7 percent over last May
June 01, 2018 — CYPRESS, Calif.Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) reported its best May sales month since 2007 with 12,416 units sold, up 31.7 percent compared to May 2017. For calendar year, total sales are 56,178 up 19.7 percent over the same period last year.Sales of the popular Mitsubishi Outlander were up 32.1 percent with 4,468 units sold, its best May ever. Outlander Sport sold 3,319 units, up 18.2 percent compared to May 2017.For more information on Mitsubishi Motors, please visit media.mitsubishicars.com.
06-02-18, 08:22 AM
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Mazda
https://insidemazda.mazdausa.com/pre...ay-2018-sales/
Mazda Reports May Sales Results
Mazda CX-3 Posts Best-Ever Sales Month
June 1, 2018
IRVINE, Calif. (June 1, 2018) – Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported total May U.S. sales of 29,980 vehicles, representing an increase of 15.1 percent versus May of last year. Year-to-date (YTD) sales through May are up 14.9 percent versus last year, with 137,031 vehicles sold. With 26 selling days in May 2018, versus 25 the year prior, the company posted an increase of 10.7 percent on a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis.
Key May sales notes:
- Mazda6 led the charge, posting a sales increase of 63.8 percent year-over-year (YOY), with 4,437 vehicles sold in the month of May. This increase was led by the launch of the new 2018 Mazda6, which is now available in more trim options than before, including the introduction of a Signature trim level, which had previously only been available on the CX-9.
- Mazda CX-5, Mazda’s award-winning crossover SUV, returned to record-breaking sales, posting its best-ever May sales of 14,173 vehicles, marking an increase of 19.9 percent YOY. Sales of the Mazda CX-5 are up 43.7 percent YTD.
- Mazda CX-3 posted its best-ever sales this month, with 1,823 vehicles sold in May, marking an increase of 18.6 percent YOY. Sales of Mazda CX-3 are up 14.0 percent YTD.
- Mazda’s seven-passenger crossover SUV, Mazda CX-9, had a near-record month, finishing up 26.6 percent YOY, with 2,509 vehicles sold. Sales of the Mazda CX-9 are up 18.4 percent YTD.
- Every model in the CX-line posted sales gains in the month of May. Total sales of the CX-line, including the CX-3, CX-5 and CX-9, were up 20.6 percent over May of last year, with 18,505 vehicles sold.
- Mazda reported an all-time high for Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales, with 4,823 CPO vehicles sold in May, marking an increase of 21.0 percent YOY.
06-02-18, 08:26 AM
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Volvo
https://www.media.volvocars.com/us/e...orts-may-sales
Volvo Reports May Sales
Jun 01, 2018 ID: 230064
ROCKLEIGH, N.J. (June 1, 2018) - Volvo Car USA, LLC, (VCUSA) reported U.S. sales of 9,338 vehicles for the month of May, an increase of 50.6 percent from the same period last year. Year-to-date VCUSA has sold 37,754 vehicles, an increase of 40.9 percent from the previous year.
The XC90 was the top seller for May with 3,074 sales recorded, followed directly by the XC60 and XC40.
“May proved to be another strong month for Volvo Car USA led once again by our award-winning SUV line,” said Anders Gustafsson, President and CEO, Volvo Car USA. “Sales between our three SUV models XC90, XC60 and XC40 accounted for 76 percent of our monthly volume, with the new XC60 having it’s best month to date.”
For sales by model click here: https://www.media.volvocars.com/us/en-us/corporate/sales-volumes
06-02-18, 08:27 AM
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Fca
http://media.fcanorthamerica.com/newsrelease.do?id=19915&mid=FCA US Reports May 2018 Sales
- FCA US reports best month of retail sales since July 2005
- Jeep® brand reports record May of total sales, up 29 percent
- Jeep Wrangler reports record May of total sales, up 26 percent
- Ram Light Duty retail sales rise 18 percent in May
June 1, 2018 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - FCA US LLC today reported sales of 214,294 vehicles in May 2018, an 11 percent increase compared with sales of 193,040 vehicles in May 2017.
U.S. retail sales for the month rose 10 percent to 167,785, making it the highest month of retail sales since July 2005 when 219,045 vehicles were sold. It was also the best May since 2004. Retail sales accounted for 78 percent of total sales. Fleet sales accounted for 22 percent of total sales, a slight uptick from 21 percent for May 2017.
Jeep® Brand
Jeep brand total sales rose 29 percent to 97,287 vehicles, making it the best May in the company’s history. Driving the brand was the Jeep Wrangler as total sales rose 26 percent to 25,102 vehicles. The results marked the best May ever. Meanwhile, Jeep Compass total sales rose to 17,327 vehicles, making it the best month of sales ever.
Ram Truck Brand
Ram Truck brand total sales rose 2 percent to 51,884 vehicles compared with the previous year. Ram Light Duty retail sales rose 18 percent in May to 27,011 vehicles.
Chrysler Brand
Chrysler brand total sales declined 18 percent in May to 14,724 vehicles compared with the same month a year ago.
Dodge Brand
Dodge brand total sales rose 4 percent to 46,581. The Dodge Journey notched a new May record as monthly sales increased 37 percent to 10,966 vehicles.
FIAT Brand
Sales of Fiat declined 46 percent to 1,441 vehicles.
Alfa Romeo Brand
Alfa Romeo brand sales of 2,377 vehicles were up significantly compared with the same month a year ago. Giulia led the brand with 1,175 sales, followed by Stelvio at 1,183 sales.
Method of Determining FCA US LLC’s Monthly Sales. FCA US’s reported vehicle sales represent unit sales of vehicles to retail customers, deliveries of vehicles to fleet customers and to others such as FCA US’s employees and retirees as well as vehicles used for marketing. Most of these reported sales reflect retail sales made by dealers out of their own inventory of vehicles previously purchased by them from FCA US. Reported vehicle units sales do not correspond to FCA US’s reported revenues, which are based on FCA US’s sale and delivery of vehicles, and typically recognized upon shipment to the dealer or end customer. As announced on July 26, 2016, FCA US has modified its methodology for monthly sales reporting as follows:
- Sales to retail customers by dealers in the U.S. are derived from the New Vehicle Delivery Report (“NVDR”) system and are determined as the sum of (A) all sales recorded by dealers during the month net of all unwound transactions recorded to the end of that month (whether the original sale was recorded in the current month or any prior month); plus (B) all sales of vehicles during that month attributable to past unwinds that had previously been reversed in determining monthly sales (in the current or prior months).
- Fleet sales are recorded upon the shipment of the vehicle by FCA US to the customer or end user.
- Other retail sales are recorded either (A) when the sale is recorded in the NVDR system (for sales by dealers in Puerto Rico and limited sales made through distributors that submit NVDRs in the same manner as for sales by U.S. dealers) or (B) upon receipt of a similar delivery notification (for vehicles for which NVDRs are not entered such as vehicles for FCA employees).
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06-02-18, 08:29 AM
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https://media.jaguarlandrover.com/en...sales-may-2018
JAGUAR LAND ROVER REPORTS U.S. SALES FOR MAY 2018
1 June 2018Jaguar Land Rover reports May 2018 U.S. salesDOWNLOAD
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- May 2018 is the best ever US May sales month for Jaguar Land Rover, and the best ever May sales month for the Land Rover brand
- Refreshed 2018 MY Range Rover and Range Rover Sport continue to lead Land Rover sales
- New SUV products including Land Rover Discovery, Jaguar E-PACE, and Range Rover Velar attribute to the successful sales of the SUV family as a whole
(MAHWAH, NJ) – June 1, 2018 – Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC today reported May 2018 US sales: Land Rover reached a new May sales high of 7,103 units, an increase of 42 percent from 4,993 in May 2017; Jaguar sales were 2,366 units, a 24 percent decrease from 3,113 units in May 2017. Jaguar Land Rover May US sales for both brands hit 9,469 units, a 17 percent increase from the previous 8,106 units in May 2017.
“Jaguar Land Rover continues to achieve strong monthly sales,” said Joe Eberhardt President and CEO, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. “Our SUVs from both Jaguar and Land Rover clearly are aligned with the current trends in the market place and offer our customers a variety of distinct choices."
For the full year 2017, Jaguar Land Rover US sales reached 114,333 units, up nine percent compared to 105,104 units in 2016, and establishing a new all-time US sales record for the combined brands.
US MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
Land Rover
For the month of May, the Land Rover brand reached a new May sales high of 7,103 units, an increase of 42 percent from 4,993 in May 2017 (the previous best May sales month was 1,722 units in 2015).
With the sales of 2,098 units, the Range Rover Sport set a new May sales record, an increase of 16 percent compared to 1,813 units, the previous best May sales month in 2017. With this performance, the Range Rover Sport topped monthly sales for Jaguar Land Rover in May.
The Discovery Sport also achieved the best May ever sales with 932 units sold (the previous best May sales month was 904 units in 2017).
In May, Range Rover hit 1,452 units, up 14 percent versus May 2017.
Offering new levels of refinement, elegance and technology to the segment, the Range Rover Velar sold 1,344 units in May.
The 2018 Land Rover model line-up features six models: The 2018 Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque compete within the compact SUV segment and both offer the option of either a 237-hp or a 286-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter gasoline engine. The full-size 2018 Land Rover Discovery offers seating for up to seven adults and exceptional levels of refinement, passenger technology, and driver assistance features. The World Car Design of the Year winning, 2018 Range Rover Velar mid-size SUV features a new design language for the Range Rover family, including new LED headlights and the all-new Land Rover InControl® Touch Pro™ Duo infotainment system5. The model starts at $49,9001. The 2018 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport model lines received a number of exterior, interior and powertrain enhancements adding to the desirability of the models. Within the full-size Range Rover line-up, Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations introduced the SVAutobiography Dynamic. Based off of the long wheelbase SVAutobiography, the SVAutobiography Dynamic offers a driver focused experience through a standard wheelbase, bespoke suspension and chassis tuning, a lowered ride height and a specially tuned 557-hp supercharged V8 engine. Both the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport model lines feature five powertrain options – a 254-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 diesel, a 340-hp supercharged V6, a 380-hp supercharged V6, a 518-hp supercharged V8, and either a 550-hp supercharged V8 (Range Rover Sport) or 557-hp supercharged V8 (Range Rover).
Jaguar
For the month of May, Jaguar sales were 2,366 units, a 24 percent decrease from 3,113 units in May 2017.
The award winning Jaguar F-PACE continued to lead the brand performance with 1,157 units sold.
The newest member of the Jaguar family of SUVs, the E-PACE, is a five-seat compact SUV which packs the design and performance of a Jaguar sports car into a practical and connected all-wheel drive vehicle. The E-PACE follows the World Car of the Year-winning F-PACE performance SUV and the brand’s first all-electric SUV, the Jaguar I-PACE. Featuring two four-cylinder Ingenium gasoline engine options producing 246-hp and 296-hp, each mated to a ZF® 9-speed automatic transmission, the E-PACE is priced from $38,6001.
Competitively priced within their respective segments, the 2018 Jaguar XE compact luxury sedan and the 2018 Jaguar F-PACE luxury SUV appeal to an all-new segment of buyers for the Jaguar brand. For the 2018 model year, the XE is available with three gasoline engine options, a 247-hp turbocharged four-cylinder, a 296-hp turbocharged four-cylinder, and a 380-hp supercharged V6. The F-PACE is available with the same powertrain line-up. Both vehicles are also available with a 180-hp turbocharged diesel engine, which returns 42mpg highway2 on Jaguar XE models and 33mpg highway2 on F-PACE models.
The Jaguar XF is similarly offered with four available powertrains, two turbocharged four-cylinder powertrains producing 247- and 296-hp, a supercharged V6 offering 380-hp and a 180-hp turbocharged four-cylinder diesel offering an EPA certified 42mpg highway2. New for 2018, the XF line-up now includes a Sportbrake body-style catering to customers looking for practically and versatility without compromise to driving performance. The XF Sportbrake is available exclusively in an ‘S’ trim level featuring a 380-hp supercharged V6 and standard all-wheel drive. The 2018 Jaguar XJ retains its position within the Jaguar line-up as the pinnacle in luxury for the brand. It continues to be available with three powertrain options – a 340-hp supercharged V6, a 470-hp supercharged V8 and a 575-hp supercharged V8 uprated from 550-hp for the 2018MY. This newly uprated V8 features on the all-new XJR575 available as a rear-wheel drive long-wheelbase model as standard.
For 2018, an all-new 296-hp four-cylinder powertrain option is offered on the Jaguar F-TYPE establishing a new entry point into the model with a starting price of $60,750. Available exclusively in rear-wheel drive with an eight-speed automatic transmission, the four-cylinder F-TYPE achieves 0-60mph in 5.4 seconds with a top speed of 155mph4.
All new Jaguar models come standard with Jaguar EliteCare, a class-leading ownership package, including five-years or 60,000-mile limited warranty, complimentary scheduled maintenance coverage, roadside assistance and Jaguar InControl® Remote & Protect™3.
“Jaguar Land Rover continues to achieve strong monthly sales,” said Joe Eberhardt President and CEO, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. “Our SUVs from both Jaguar and Land Rover clearly are aligned with the current trends in the market place and offer our customers a variety of distinct choices."
For the full year 2017, Jaguar Land Rover US sales reached 114,333 units, up nine percent compared to 105,104 units in 2016, and establishing a new all-time US sales record for the combined brands.
US MODEL HIGHLIGHTS
Land Rover
For the month of May, the Land Rover brand reached a new May sales high of 7,103 units, an increase of 42 percent from 4,993 in May 2017 (the previous best May sales month was 1,722 units in 2015).
With the sales of 2,098 units, the Range Rover Sport set a new May sales record, an increase of 16 percent compared to 1,813 units, the previous best May sales month in 2017. With this performance, the Range Rover Sport topped monthly sales for Jaguar Land Rover in May.
The Discovery Sport also achieved the best May ever sales with 932 units sold (the previous best May sales month was 904 units in 2017).
In May, Range Rover hit 1,452 units, up 14 percent versus May 2017.
Offering new levels of refinement, elegance and technology to the segment, the Range Rover Velar sold 1,344 units in May.
The 2018 Land Rover model line-up features six models: The 2018 Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque compete within the compact SUV segment and both offer the option of either a 237-hp or a 286-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter gasoline engine. The full-size 2018 Land Rover Discovery offers seating for up to seven adults and exceptional levels of refinement, passenger technology, and driver assistance features. The World Car Design of the Year winning, 2018 Range Rover Velar mid-size SUV features a new design language for the Range Rover family, including new LED headlights and the all-new Land Rover InControl® Touch Pro™ Duo infotainment system5. The model starts at $49,9001. The 2018 Range Rover and Range Rover Sport model lines received a number of exterior, interior and powertrain enhancements adding to the desirability of the models. Within the full-size Range Rover line-up, Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations introduced the SVAutobiography Dynamic. Based off of the long wheelbase SVAutobiography, the SVAutobiography Dynamic offers a driver focused experience through a standard wheelbase, bespoke suspension and chassis tuning, a lowered ride height and a specially tuned 557-hp supercharged V8 engine. Both the Range Rover and Range Rover Sport model lines feature five powertrain options – a 254-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 diesel, a 340-hp supercharged V6, a 380-hp supercharged V6, a 518-hp supercharged V8, and either a 550-hp supercharged V8 (Range Rover Sport) or 557-hp supercharged V8 (Range Rover).
Jaguar
For the month of May, Jaguar sales were 2,366 units, a 24 percent decrease from 3,113 units in May 2017.
The award winning Jaguar F-PACE continued to lead the brand performance with 1,157 units sold.
The newest member of the Jaguar family of SUVs, the E-PACE, is a five-seat compact SUV which packs the design and performance of a Jaguar sports car into a practical and connected all-wheel drive vehicle. The E-PACE follows the World Car of the Year-winning F-PACE performance SUV and the brand’s first all-electric SUV, the Jaguar I-PACE. Featuring two four-cylinder Ingenium gasoline engine options producing 246-hp and 296-hp, each mated to a ZF® 9-speed automatic transmission, the E-PACE is priced from $38,6001.
Competitively priced within their respective segments, the 2018 Jaguar XE compact luxury sedan and the 2018 Jaguar F-PACE luxury SUV appeal to an all-new segment of buyers for the Jaguar brand. For the 2018 model year, the XE is available with three gasoline engine options, a 247-hp turbocharged four-cylinder, a 296-hp turbocharged four-cylinder, and a 380-hp supercharged V6. The F-PACE is available with the same powertrain line-up. Both vehicles are also available with a 180-hp turbocharged diesel engine, which returns 42mpg highway2 on Jaguar XE models and 33mpg highway2 on F-PACE models.
The Jaguar XF is similarly offered with four available powertrains, two turbocharged four-cylinder powertrains producing 247- and 296-hp, a supercharged V6 offering 380-hp and a 180-hp turbocharged four-cylinder diesel offering an EPA certified 42mpg highway2. New for 2018, the XF line-up now includes a Sportbrake body-style catering to customers looking for practically and versatility without compromise to driving performance. The XF Sportbrake is available exclusively in an ‘S’ trim level featuring a 380-hp supercharged V6 and standard all-wheel drive. The 2018 Jaguar XJ retains its position within the Jaguar line-up as the pinnacle in luxury for the brand. It continues to be available with three powertrain options – a 340-hp supercharged V6, a 470-hp supercharged V8 and a 575-hp supercharged V8 uprated from 550-hp for the 2018MY. This newly uprated V8 features on the all-new XJR575 available as a rear-wheel drive long-wheelbase model as standard.
For 2018, an all-new 296-hp four-cylinder powertrain option is offered on the Jaguar F-TYPE establishing a new entry point into the model with a starting price of $60,750. Available exclusively in rear-wheel drive with an eight-speed automatic transmission, the four-cylinder F-TYPE achieves 0-60mph in 5.4 seconds with a top speed of 155mph4.
All new Jaguar models come standard with Jaguar EliteCare, a class-leading ownership package, including five-years or 60,000-mile limited warranty, complimentary scheduled maintenance coverage, roadside assistance and Jaguar InControl® Remote & Protect™3.
06-03-18, 04:21 AM
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Vw
https://media.vw.com/releases/1034VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA REPORTS MAY 2018 SALES RESULTS
Jun 1, 2018
“The all-new 2019 Jetta, which launched in the middle of May, has been well received. We’re excited to build momentum with this vehicle and look forward to having the all-new Jetta, with its bold design and innovative features, as part of our strong offering of vehicles for the summer months ahead,” said Derrick Hatami, Executive Vice President of Sales, Marketing and After Sales for Volkswagen of America. “We had our best month to date for the 2018 Tiguan as we continue to see encouraging numbers for our growing lineup of family-friendly SUVS.”
May 2018 marked the start of sales for the all-new 2019 Jetta, with deliveries beginning mid-month. A fully integrated “Betta Getta Jetta” marketing campaign was launched alongside the vehicle’s release, highlighting the all-new Jetta’s innovative features and attributes that include an available 10-inch configurable Volkswagen Digital Cockpit; available 10-color ambient lighting system; available 400-watt BeatsAudio™ sound system; and standard, fuel-efficient 1.4-liter turbocharged engine.
The all-new 2018 Tiguan had its best month to date with 8,579 units sold in May 2018. The 2018 Tiguan, alongside the Tennessee-built 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, continue to bolster Volkswagen’s growing SUV portfolio. SUV sales accounted for nearly 50 percent of total volume for the Volkswagen brand year-to-date, a significant rise over 13.5 percent as of May 2017.
For the 2018 model year, most new Volkswagen vehicles in the U.S. will come with the People First Warranty, a 6-year or 72,000-mile (whichever occurs first) bumper-to-bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty, which can be transferred to subsequent owners throughout its duration.
- Sales totaled 31,211 units, an increase of 4 percent compared to May 2017
- Year-to-date sales totaled 143,957 units, an increase of 7.5 percent over 2017
- Sales of the all-new 2018 Tiguan totaled 8,579 units, its best month to date
- Jetta sales totaled 6,821 units, with the all-new 2019 Jetta accounting for 2,147 units
- Sales of the Chattanooga-built Atlas totaled 3,923 units
“The all-new 2019 Jetta, which launched in the middle of May, has been well received. We’re excited to build momentum with this vehicle and look forward to having the all-new Jetta, with its bold design and innovative features, as part of our strong offering of vehicles for the summer months ahead,” said Derrick Hatami, Executive Vice President of Sales, Marketing and After Sales for Volkswagen of America. “We had our best month to date for the 2018 Tiguan as we continue to see encouraging numbers for our growing lineup of family-friendly SUVS.”
May 2018 marked the start of sales for the all-new 2019 Jetta, with deliveries beginning mid-month. A fully integrated “Betta Getta Jetta” marketing campaign was launched alongside the vehicle’s release, highlighting the all-new Jetta’s innovative features and attributes that include an available 10-inch configurable Volkswagen Digital Cockpit; available 10-color ambient lighting system; available 400-watt BeatsAudio™ sound system; and standard, fuel-efficient 1.4-liter turbocharged engine.
The all-new 2018 Tiguan had its best month to date with 8,579 units sold in May 2018. The 2018 Tiguan, alongside the Tennessee-built 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, continue to bolster Volkswagen’s growing SUV portfolio. SUV sales accounted for nearly 50 percent of total volume for the Volkswagen brand year-to-date, a significant rise over 13.5 percent as of May 2017.
For the 2018 model year, most new Volkswagen vehicles in the U.S. will come with the People First Warranty, a 6-year or 72,000-mile (whichever occurs first) bumper-to-bumper New Vehicle Limited Warranty, which can be transferred to subsequent owners throughout its duration.
06-03-18, 12:39 PM
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SUV sales accounted for nearly 50 percent of total volume for the Volkswagen brand year-to-date, a significant rise over 13.5 percent as of May 2017.
It's interesting that japanese brands have gone 'sporty' with sedans and utes, while vw has gone plain as a pigs butt on their latest designs.
06-04-18, 07:05 AM
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So not good for VW. I bet they lose billions in NA.
06-04-18, 06:16 PM
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06-04-18, 06:19 PM
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Chrysler Brand
Chrysler brand total sales declined 18 percent in May to 14,724 vehicles compared with the same month a year ago.
Chrysler brand total sales declined 18 percent in May to 14,724 vehicles compared with the same month a year ago.
06-07-18, 06:13 AM
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Hybrid Cars
http://www.hybridcars.com/may-2018-sales-dashboard/
May 2018 Sales DashboardHybridCars.com Staff June 4, 2018
The HybridCars.com monthly sales Dashboard is a collaboration between HybridCars.com and Baum & Associates, a Michigan-based market research firm focusing on automotive issues including the hybrid and electric vehicle market.Overall sales for May were up from both from a month ago and from last May. Total sales are estimated since GM is no longer reporting monthly sales; rather they will report their sales at the end of June on a quarterly basis. We have estimated GM’s total sales as well as volumes of their individual products. In addition, GM’s April sales have been adjusted based upon information not available a month ago. Further adjustments will be made in early July when actual sales are released, although it is unclear if monthly breakouts will be available. Plug-ins and battery electrics were up strongly from a year ago on the strength of new products, while hybrids and diesels were each down.
Sales for full electric vehicles were up from May of last year based upon sales of the Model 3. Tesla sales are, of course, up from a year ago, but are being carefully controlled in May and June to ensure that company sales to date do not exceed 200,000 until July. This delay will enable buyers to benefit from the full amount of federal tax incentives for an additional three months based upon the details of the law. Inventories of the Model 3 are being built up, and some are being sold in Canada in order to delay U.S. sales. Production of the Model 3 remains somewhat irregular, although the installation of new equipment at both the Gigafactory and Fremont should improve production rates in coming months. Note that sales of the Model S and X are also being delayed, so the 3rd quarter should be exceptionally strong for all Tesla products.
Availability of the Nissan LEAF is starting to increase, although the higher-range model will not be available until late this year. The Chevrolet Bolt is not selling particularly well and is up only 10 percent year-to-date as compared to a year ago when the model was not fully available. Clearly, as sales increase at Tesla, the company’s products will dominate the segment even as they continue to fall short of expectations.
Plug-in hybrids had a very good month as compared to last year as the Prius Prime had its best month ever, slightly exceeding March of this year. The Chevy Volt is second in the category, but sales were down from a year ago (a reminder that these sales are estimated). Year-to-date, sales of the Volt are down by a third. The Honda Clarity is new and had its best-ever month in May. While the Fusion Energi has been a solid performer, the decline in cars and the lesser attention the product is receiving in terms of marketing and incentives are affecting its sales. Year-to-date, sales are strong based on the Prius Prime and Honda Clarity and the more upscale BMW 5 Series.
Hybrids are down from a year ago and year-to-date as the segment leaders continue to struggle. The Prius liftback is at the top of the chart but is still down a quarter year-to-date. The Fusion is also down a quarter from a year ago, with the RAV4 up from last year. Approximately 10 different products sell over 1,000 units monthly, with another 20 models selling modest amounts to round out the segment.
In the diesel category, the Ford Transit and Ram Pickup (volumes are estimated for both) lead the category and represent three-fourths of total sales. Sales of the Ram Pickup diesel are slowing as the changeover to the new model continues and diesel variants of the new version are held back. While Chevrolet continues to offer the Cruze and Colorado, and GMC offers the Canyon and Terrain, volumes of these products are modest.
Fuel cell vehicles are only offered by Honda, Toyota, and Hyundai and only available in California. This is because the necessary fueling infrastructure is only available there. Hyundai sales are negligible as they prepare for a new model known as the Nexo, which is likely to appear at the end of this year. Year-to-date, sales of all three products are up with the Clarity showing the greatest increase.
The HybridCars.com monthly sales Dashboard is a collaboration between HybridCars.com and Baum & Associates, a Michigan-based market research firm focusing on automotive issues including the hybrid and electric vehicle market.Overall sales for May were up from both from a month ago and from last May. Total sales are estimated since GM is no longer reporting monthly sales; rather they will report their sales at the end of June on a quarterly basis. We have estimated GM’s total sales as well as volumes of their individual products. In addition, GM’s April sales have been adjusted based upon information not available a month ago. Further adjustments will be made in early July when actual sales are released, although it is unclear if monthly breakouts will be available. Plug-ins and battery electrics were up strongly from a year ago on the strength of new products, while hybrids and diesels were each down.Sales for full electric vehicles were up from May of last year based upon sales of the Model 3. Tesla sales are, of course, up from a year ago, but are being carefully controlled in May and June to ensure that company sales to date do not exceed 200,000 until July. This delay will enable buyers to benefit from the full amount of federal tax incentives for an additional three months based upon the details of the law. Inventories of the Model 3 are being built up, and some are being sold in Canada in order to delay U.S. sales. Production of the Model 3 remains somewhat irregular, although the installation of new equipment at both the Gigafactory and Fremont should improve production rates in coming months. Note that sales of the Model S and X are also being delayed, so the 3rd quarter should be exceptionally strong for all Tesla products.
Availability of the Nissan LEAF is starting to increase, although the higher-range model will not be available until late this year. The Chevrolet Bolt is not selling particularly well and is up only 10 percent year-to-date as compared to a year ago when the model was not fully available. Clearly, as sales increase at Tesla, the company’s products will dominate the segment even as they continue to fall short of expectations.
Plug-in hybrids had a very good month as compared to last year as the Prius Prime had its best month ever, slightly exceeding March of this year. The Chevy Volt is second in the category, but sales were down from a year ago (a reminder that these sales are estimated). Year-to-date, sales of the Volt are down by a third. The Honda Clarity is new and had its best-ever month in May. While the Fusion Energi has been a solid performer, the decline in cars and the lesser attention the product is receiving in terms of marketing and incentives are affecting its sales. Year-to-date, sales are strong based on the Prius Prime and Honda Clarity and the more upscale BMW 5 Series.
Hybrids are down from a year ago and year-to-date as the segment leaders continue to struggle. The Prius liftback is at the top of the chart but is still down a quarter year-to-date. The Fusion is also down a quarter from a year ago, with the RAV4 up from last year. Approximately 10 different products sell over 1,000 units monthly, with another 20 models selling modest amounts to round out the segment.
In the diesel category, the Ford Transit and Ram Pickup (volumes are estimated for both) lead the category and represent three-fourths of total sales. Sales of the Ram Pickup diesel are slowing as the changeover to the new model continues and diesel variants of the new version are held back. While Chevrolet continues to offer the Cruze and Colorado, and GMC offers the Canyon and Terrain, volumes of these products are modest.
Fuel cell vehicles are only offered by Honda, Toyota, and Hyundai and only available in California. This is because the necessary fueling infrastructure is only available there. Hyundai sales are negligible as they prepare for a new model known as the Nexo, which is likely to appear at the end of this year. Year-to-date, sales of all three products are up with the Clarity showing the greatest increase.
06-09-18, 03:13 PM
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Fuel cell vehicles are only offered by Honda, Toyota, and Hyundai and only available in California. This is because the necessary fueling infrastructure is only available there.
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