Sept 2019 Sales Thread
10-02-19 | 05:12 AM
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Kia
https://www.kiamedia.com/us/en/media...tember-sales-1
KIA MOTORS AMERICA ANNOUNCES SEPTEMBER SALES
10/01/19 | ID: 15454
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Sorento, Sportage and Optima Top Monthly Sales
IRVINE, Calif., October 1, 2019 – Kia Motors America today announced September sales of 44,619 units, led by the Sorento, Sportage and Optima models. Kia sales are up 2.6-percent compared to the first nine months of 2018 as demand for Telluride – with 5,049 units sold in September – continues to outpace model supply.
“Kia outperformed the industry through the first three quarters of 2019 thanks to the continuing popularity of Telluride and the strong September performances of the Sorento, Sportage and Optima models,” said Bill Peffer, vice president, sales operations, Kia Motors America. “With Kia’s steady stream of new and refreshed models launching over the coming months, we’re confident the positive momentum and increased brand consideration will continue through the fourth quarter and into the new year.”
About Kia Motors America
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Kia Motors America has been the highest ranked mass market brand in initial quality for five consecutive years according to J.D. Power**, and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands and 50 Best Global Green Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the "Official Automotive Partner" of the NBA and offers a complete range of vehicles sold through a network of nearly 800 dealers in the U.S., including cars and SUVs proudly assembled in West Point, Georgia.*
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*The Telluride, Sorento and Optima (excluding Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid) are assembled in the United States from U.S. and globally sourced parts.
** Kia received the lowest rate of reported problems among mass market brands in the J.D. Power 2015-19 U.S. Initial Quality Studies of new vehicle owners’ experiences with their own vehicle after 90 days of ownership. Visit jdpower.com/awards for more details.
10-02-19 | 05:13 AM
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Audi
https://media.audiusa.com/en-us/releases/356
September sales down 17 percent; 2019 A6, A7, A8 show continued year-over-year growth
10-02-19 | 05:14 AM
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Vw
https://media.vw.com/releases/1210
VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA REPORTS SEPTEMBER 2019 SALES RESULTS
Oct 1, 2019
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Volkswagen of America September 2019 Sales
10-02-19 | 05:15 AM
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Volvo
https://www.media.volvocars.com/us/e...ce-in-13-years
Volvo Car USA posts best September performance in 13 years
Oct 01, 2019 ID: 258722
ROCKLEIGH, N.J. (Oct 1, 2019) - Volvo Car USA LLC (VCUSA) reported U.S. sales of 9,323 vehicles for the month of September, an increase of 7 percent from the same period last year. Year-to-date VCUSA has sold 77,432 vehicles, an increase of 4.7 percent from the previous year. September marks nine months of year-over-year growth.
“Volvo’s growth continues amid market volatility thanks to great design, safety and a relentless focus on the post-purchase customer experience.” said Anders Gustafsson, President and CEO, Volvo Car USA & Senior Vice President Americas.
Volvo sedans bucked the industry trend in the United States, with the S60 mid-sized sedan and S90 full-sized sedan posting impressive percentage gains over September 2018. The XC90 was the most popular car in September, up 18.2 percent, selling 2,935 cars. The XC60 followed with 2,253 cars and the S60 with 1,614 vehicles sold.
10-02-19 | 05:16 AM
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Porsche
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-rele...300929024.html
Porsche Reports U.S. Retail Sales for September
New 911 and Cayenne drive 9-month growth to 5.7 percent year-over-year
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Porsche Cars North America, Inc. Oct 01, 2019, 14:37 ET
ATLANTA, Oct. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of the Porsche 911, 718 Boxster and Cayman, Taycan, Panamera, Cayenne, and Macan model lines, today announced September retail sales rose 2.2 percent from the same month a year ago to 5,213 vehicles. For the period January through September, total retail deliveries rose 5.7 percent from the same period last year to 45,062.
Sales of the Porsche 911 rose 24.3 percent from last September
"September was a snapshot of the Porsche story. The heart of our brand, the next-generation 911, arrived in U.S. showrooms with a bang while the new Cayenne extended its winning streak as the sports car of SUVs. All of this was against the backdrop of the September 4 world premiere of the Taycan, the first all-electric Porsche, which starts reaching U.S. customers late this year," said Klaus Zellmer, President and CEO of PCNA.
Sales of the Porsche 911 rose 24.3 percent from last September. The reengineered and redesigned Cayenne was up 30.7 percent from the same month in 2018.
Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales in the U.S. totaled 1,827 vehicles in September, up 4.8 percent year-over-year.
10-02-19 | 05:17 AM
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https://media.jaguarlandrover.com/en...ptember-2019-0
JAGUAR LAND ROVER REPORTS US SALES FOR SEPTEMBER 2019
1 October 2019Jaguar Land Rover reports U.S. sales for the month of September
- Jaguar Land Rover up five percent compared to September 2018
- Best ever September Land Rover
- Jaguar F-PACE up 13 percent year-over-year
- Best ever September Land Rover
(MAHWAH, NJ) – Oct. 1, 2019 – Jaguar Land Rover today reported September 2019 U.S. sales. Jaguar Land Rover total September U.S. sales reached 9,490 units, a five percent increase from September 2018, led by higher sales of all-new Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Sport and Jaguar F-PACE. For the calendar year, Jaguar Land Rover achieved 89,071 units, an increase of three percent vs. 86,309 in 2018.
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Jaguar
For the month of September, Jaguar sales were 2,002 units, two percent lower than a year ago. The Jaguar F-PACE continued to lead the brand’s sales performance with 1,021 units sold, up thirteen percent from September 2018. The Jaguar E-PACE and XE sold 319 and 218 units respectively.
Land Rover
For the month of September, the Land Rover brand sold 7,488 units, an increase of seven percent from 6,966 units in September 2018. The new Range Rover Evoque is up 69 percent with 1,069 units sold. The Range Rover Sport continues to be the brand’s sales leader with 2,288 units sold, an increase of 22 percent vs. 1,878 units in September 2018.
10-02-19 | 05:34 AM
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I don't want them to fail cause I don't want to drive German cars but they are in freefall. They are doing exact same mistakes that Acura did for last ten years, up until new RDX
10-02-19 | 07:09 AM
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I have a feeling there's something wrong with those numbers. It's too much of a gap. I dont care how much more BMW and Benz outsells Lexus, 40-50% more in volume all of a sudden seems weird.
10-02-19 | 03:54 PM
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I love how people think Tesla is doomed after sales go down in the month preceding the quarter close. Seems like the sky isn't falling in terms of demand...
Tesla delivers a record 97,000 vehicles in third quarter that falls short of forecasts
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Electric car maker Tesla delivered a record 97,000 vehicles globally during the third quarter, an impressive milestone that still fell short of investor expectations and set a tough hurdle for CEO Elon Musk to meet his year-end goals.
The company’s stock tumbled by more than 3% in after-hours trading on the news Wednesday.
The company bested its last delivery record of 95,200 electric vehicles set during the second quarter and just missed Wall Street’s expectations of 99,000 deliveries during the three months ended Monday, according to average estimates compiled by FactSet.
Tesla’s deliveries are a closely watched number in the industry, providing the closest proximation to sales. It tracks vehicles that have been sold and physically delivered to customers. They are a barometer for how the company is performing ahead of releasing its quarterly earnings.
Tesla falls after reporting deliveries of 97,000 vehicles in Q3, weaker than expected
Tesla said it delivered 79,600 Model 3 cars and 17,400 Model S and X vehicles during the third quarter. That compares to 55,840 Model 3s and 27,660 Model S and X vehicles in the third quarter of 2018. Deliveries of the more-expensive and aging Model S and X vehicles accounted for 18% of deliveries in the third quarter, about the same as the previous quarter but a sharp decline from the 33% they represented a year ago.
Tesla produced 96,155 vehicles in the third quarter, including nearly 79,900 Model 3s, which accounted for 83% of the company’s production in the third quarter.
Tesla, in a release announcing the sales, said it achieved “record net orders in Q3 and are entering Q4 with an increase in our order backlog.” It also said it continues to “focus on increasing production to meet that demand.”
In a push to make their delivery numbers, Tesla adjusted its Model 3 prices often, and in September, offered customers 2 years of free supercharging and other incentives.
Deliveries increased 16.2% compared with a year ago and 1.9% over the second-quarter — an impressive feat as the global auto industry softens and it loses a federal tax credit for buyers. That credit, which could be applied toward the sales price of an electric car, was previously worth $7,500 but was cut in half after Tesla hit 200,000 in total sales and is slated to soon be reduced to $1,875. The credit will completely phased out for Tesla in the first quarter of 2020.
Musk set expectations high again this quarter, telling employees in a recent email that the company “has a shot” at delivering 100,000 cars, which would set a new record. Shares of Tesla jumped more than 5% after electric vehicle news website Electrek reported the email last week.
This year, Tesla began sales and deliveries to customers in further reaches than ever before. It now sells electric vehicles in China, Australia, Taiwan, the UK, and several markets through Eastern Europe, including in Poland and Hungary.
Tesla ships its cars from the U.S. to major markets, most notably China, where authorities exempted its electric cars from a 10% purchase tax at the end of August. Equity research firm JL Warren Capital expected orders in China to spike after that, in September, but cautioned shareholders that it would take time for those orders to translate into completed deliveries.
The company compiles its own Wall Street estimates, which officials say are a more robust measure because it tracks forecasts by 21 analysts. Those forecasts predicted Tesla’s deliveries would average 94,422 during the third quarter with a median estimate of 98,250 deliveries, according to a company spokesman. FactSet’s deliveries’ forecast was based this quarter on average estimates from 12 different analysts.
- Tesla said it delivered 79,600 Model 3 cars and 17,400 Model S and X vehicles during the third quarter.
- Musk previously predicted Tesla would deliver between 360,000 to 400,000 vehicles this year.
- That target remains possible if the company can hit 105,000 vehicle deliveries in the fourth-quarter.
Electric car maker Tesla delivered a record 97,000 vehicles globally during the third quarter, an impressive milestone that still fell short of investor expectations and set a tough hurdle for CEO Elon Musk to meet his year-end goals.
The company’s stock tumbled by more than 3% in after-hours trading on the news Wednesday.
Tesla’s deliveries are a closely watched number in the industry, providing the closest proximation to sales. It tracks vehicles that have been sold and physically delivered to customers. They are a barometer for how the company is performing ahead of releasing its quarterly earnings.
Tesla produced 96,155 vehicles in the third quarter, including nearly 79,900 Model 3s, which accounted for 83% of the company’s production in the third quarter.
Year-end goal within reach
Tesla has told shareholders to expect deliveries this year to fall between 360,000 to 400,000 vehicles, a 45% to 65% increase from 2018. That target remains possible if the company can deliver roughly 105,000 vehicles in the fourth-quarter. Analysts, according to FactSet, currently expect the company to deliver 106,000 units.In a push to make their delivery numbers, Tesla adjusted its Model 3 prices often, and in September, offered customers 2 years of free supercharging and other incentives.
Deliveries increased 16.2% compared with a year ago and 1.9% over the second-quarter — an impressive feat as the global auto industry softens and it loses a federal tax credit for buyers. That credit, which could be applied toward the sales price of an electric car, was previously worth $7,500 but was cut in half after Tesla hit 200,000 in total sales and is slated to soon be reduced to $1,875. The credit will completely phased out for Tesla in the first quarter of 2020.
Had ‘a shot’
Tesla has long struggled to hit CEO Elon Musk’s aggressive production and sales targets.Musk set expectations high again this quarter, telling employees in a recent email that the company “has a shot” at delivering 100,000 cars, which would set a new record. Shares of Tesla jumped more than 5% after electric vehicle news website Electrek reported the email last week.
This year, Tesla began sales and deliveries to customers in further reaches than ever before. It now sells electric vehicles in China, Australia, Taiwan, the UK, and several markets through Eastern Europe, including in Poland and Hungary.
Tesla ships its cars from the U.S. to major markets, most notably China, where authorities exempted its electric cars from a 10% purchase tax at the end of August. Equity research firm JL Warren Capital expected orders in China to spike after that, in September, but cautioned shareholders that it would take time for those orders to translate into completed deliveries.
The company compiles its own Wall Street estimates, which officials say are a more robust measure because it tracks forecasts by 21 analysts. Those forecasts predicted Tesla’s deliveries would average 94,422 during the third quarter with a median estimate of 98,250 deliveries, according to a company spokesman. FactSet’s deliveries’ forecast was based this quarter on average estimates from 12 different analysts.
10-02-19 | 06:01 PM
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They're not going to sit and wait because a Toyota supposedly will last 100 years. If it weren't for Toyota reliability reputation they'd sell even less cars. The 3IS got left behind, buyers in that market want all the new tech the competition offers so why would they buy a 3IS when even the Hyundai have Car-play for example. I know fanboys will say, car-play sucks, but that's besides the point, Toyota and Lexus has fallen behind and is taking too long to catch up and most of us don't see the point in waiting when something else that meets our needs is readily available. And besides since we don't plan to keep said car 100 years then Toyota suddenly loses its appeal.
3IS is ancient and lackluster in 2019 compared to its competition. RX mid cycle refresh is great but also a year late. LS, well, that's just a colossal failure based on the take rate. LC, now that's a fine car, the best they make. Maybe their clientele find it hard paying 6 figures for a Lexus, still that's a fine car, wish it was selling in bigger numbers. NX is ancient, GS, good car but old now. You get the gist......in my accounting voice" the numbers tell the story".
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10-03-19 | 05:52 AM
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Ford
https://media.ford.com/content/fordm...er-record.html
Ford Van Sales hit All-Time 3rd-Quarter Record on 65,288 Sold; Total Pickup Sales Best in 14 Years; Expedition Sales Strong, Up 48 percent; Lincoln SUVs Deliver Best Performance in 16 Years
DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 2, 2019 – Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) today reported its third quarter 2019 U.S. sales results. Click here or visit media.ford.com to view the news release.
Ford will begin its quarterly sales call at 10 a.m. ET this morning with a conference call for the investment community and news media to discuss the results and related market trends. The call will be hosted by Mark LaNeve, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan. The company designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs, electrified vehicles and Lincoln luxury vehicles, provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company and is pursuing leadership positions in electrification, autonomous vehicles and mobility solutions. Ford employs approximately 194,000 people worldwide. For more information regarding Ford, its products and Ford Motor Credit Company, please visit www.corporate.ford.com.
10-03-19 | 05:56 AM
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https://media.gm.com/media/us/en/gm/...2-gmsales.html
GM Reports Third-Quarter Deliveries
2019-10-02
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WordDETROIT — General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) dealerships delivered 738,638 vehicles in the United States in the third quarter of 2019, an increase of 6.3 percent compared to the third quarter of 2018. GM’s fleet mix of total sales was 19.5 percent, down 3 tenths of a percent, year over year. End of September inventory was 759,633 units.
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10-03-19 | 05:58 AM
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FCA US Reports Third-quarter 2019 Sales
- Jeep® Wrangler achieves record third-quarter sales of 59,035 vehicles
- Ram brand reports record third quarter as sales jump 15 percent to 179,200 vehicles
- Dodge Challenger reports highest third quarter with 18,031 vehicles sold
October 2, 2019 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - FCA US LLC announced three sales records for the third quarter as a new generation of shoppers snapped up muscle cars and a strategy of premium technology and interior upgrades attracted new heavy-duty truck buyers. The Jeep® Wrangler notched a record quarter as well on the back of new limited-edition models.
In an industry skewed toward sport-utility vehicles, this quarter proved that American muscle is far from losing its might. The Dodge Challenger reported a record third quarter while the Charger notched its highest level of third-quarter sales in 13 years. Over the past decade, Challenger and Charger sales have increased more than 60 percent.
These cars are attracting a new generation of shoppers who are drawn to the vehicles for their edgy designs, power and array of options for personalization.
The Ram brand, meanwhile, capitalized on new 2500 and 3500 heavy-duty pick-up refinements, which helped push third-quarter sales to a record level.
FCA designers transplanted many of the creature comforts and technologies featured in the Ram 1500 light-duty pickup truck into the heavy-duty lineup. Chief among the changes was the 12-inch touchscreen with its quick access to navigation, climate and satellite radio.
Heavy-duty customers, including farmers, ranchers, construction workers and small business operators, have responded enthusiastically to the ability to do more work from their front seat during the day and take their families and clients to dinner in the same well-appointed truck in the evening.
Rounding out the quarter’s sales records was the Jeep Wrangler. The Wrangler has been a strong seller since its redesign last year, but the nameplate received a boost this quarter from the start of a special-edition campaign. New limited-edition models include, for example, the 2020 Wrangler Black & Tan and the Wrangler ******.
Jeep intends to offer more Wrangler special editions in 2020.
For the quarter, overall sales were 565,034 vehicles for the three-month period covering July, August and September. Retail sales accounted for 438,649 vehicles while fleet accounted for 22 percent of total sales. Fleet sales, on a year-to-date basis, accounted for 25 percent of overall sales.
“Lower interest rates, a stable economy and consumer enthusiasm bolster our belief that new vehicle sales in the U.S. are heading for a strong finish,” Head of U.S. Sales Reid Bigland said. “For us, vehicles like the new Gladiator, our Ram pickups and Dodge muscle cars are pulling customers into showrooms. Our customers are also choosing to purchase higher trim levels or extra features, which are increasing our transaction prices.”
See the attached table for the breakdown of brand and nameplate sales.
About FCA US LLC
FCA US LLC is a North American automaker based in Auburn Hills, Michigan. It designs, manufactures, and sells or distributes vehicles under the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, FIAT and Alfa Romeo brands, as well as the SRT performance designation. The Company also distributes Mopar and Alfa Romeo parts and accessories. FCA US is building upon the historic foundations of Chrysler Corp., established in 1925 by industry visionary Walter P. Chrysler and Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino (F.I.A.T.), founded in Italy in 1899 by pioneering entrepreneurs, including Giovanni Agnelli. FCA US is a member of the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (FCA) family of companies. (NYSE: FCAU/ MTA: FCA). For the methodology of determining FCA US LLC monthly sales, click here.
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10-03-19 | 06:40 AM
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The issue is that Lexus doesn't have many enticing products, RX mid-cycle refresh is a year too late and thus they lost some customers there. There were people who wanted Car-play for example for MY 2019 RX and jump ship when the refresh didn't happen last year. I was disappointed last year since i waited for the 2019 refresh only to realized there wouldn't be one. Luckily, the wife is not fussy so in the end i got her a new 2018 since there was no reason to get the 2019 and pay more for the same car. Consumers want what they want now.
They're not going to sit and wait because a Toyota supposedly will last 100 years. If it weren't for Toyota reliability reputation they'd sell even less cars. The 3IS got left behind, buyers in that market want all the new tech the competition offers so why would they buy a 3IS when even the Hyundai have Car-play for example. I know fanboys will say, car-play sucks, but that's besides the point, Toyota and Lexus has fallen behind and is taking too long to catch up and most of us don't see the point in waiting when something else that meets our needs is readily available. And besides since we don't plan to keep said car 100 years then Toyota suddenly loses its appeal.
3IS is ancient and lackluster in 2019 compared to its competition. RX mid cycle refresh is great but also a year late. LS, well, that's just a colossal failure based on the take rate. LC, now that's a fine car, the best they make. Maybe their clientele find it hard paying 6 figures for a Lexus, still that's a fine car, wish it was selling in bigger numbers. NX is ancient, GS, good car but old now. You get the gist......in my accounting voice" the numbers tell the story".
They're not going to sit and wait because a Toyota supposedly will last 100 years. If it weren't for Toyota reliability reputation they'd sell even less cars. The 3IS got left behind, buyers in that market want all the new tech the competition offers so why would they buy a 3IS when even the Hyundai have Car-play for example. I know fanboys will say, car-play sucks, but that's besides the point, Toyota and Lexus has fallen behind and is taking too long to catch up and most of us don't see the point in waiting when something else that meets our needs is readily available. And besides since we don't plan to keep said car 100 years then Toyota suddenly loses its appeal.
3IS is ancient and lackluster in 2019 compared to its competition. RX mid cycle refresh is great but also a year late. LS, well, that's just a colossal failure based on the take rate. LC, now that's a fine car, the best they make. Maybe their clientele find it hard paying 6 figures for a Lexus, still that's a fine car, wish it was selling in bigger numbers. NX is ancient, GS, good car but old now. You get the gist......in my accounting voice" the numbers tell the story".
10-03-19 | 07:18 AM
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