Ford is planning a dramatic change to their European lineup. Autocar reported yesterday that the automaker will be replacing the Mondeo (Fusion to us), Galaxy, and S-Max with a new "single crossover-style estate model" - think Subaru Outback.
Not many details are known about this new model. It is expected to use Ford's C2 platform which underpins the new Fiesta and Focus. A range of gas and diesel engines will be available, along with 48V mild-hybrid system. The new wagon is expected to arrive in early 2021 in Europe. Autocar notes that this model is expected to be sold in other markets such as North America.
While this model is quite different from three it will replace (a midsize sedan/hatchback/wagon and two vans), it is expected to outsell all of them. Last year, Ford only moved 50,000 Mondeos, 24,000 S-Maxs, and 12,000 Galaxy. Numbers according to Autocar that are too small to make any profit.
As for the U.S., the reason is likely due to Ford to possibly keep sedan buyers in the showroom. Last July, we reported that Ford was considering doing an "Outback competitor" with the Fusion name. 
Source: Autocar

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Ford is planning a dramatic change to their European lineup. Autocar reported yesterday that the automaker will be replacing the Mondeo (Fusion to us), Galaxy, and S-Max with a new "single crossover-style estate model" - think Subaru Outback.
Not many details are known about this new model. It is expected to use Ford's C2 platform which underpins the new Fiesta and Focus. A range of gas and diesel engines will be available, along with 48V mild-hybrid system. The new wagon is expected to arrive in early 2021 in Europe. Autocar notes that this model is expected to be sold in other markets such as North America.
While this model is quite different from three it will replace (a midsize sedan/hatchback/wagon and two vans), it is expected to outsell all of them. Last year, Ford only moved 50,000 Mondeos, 24,000 S-Maxs, and 12,000 Galaxy. Numbers according to Autocar that are too small to make any profit.
As for the U.S., the reason is likely due to Ford to possibly keep sedan buyers in the showroom. Last July, we reported that Ford was considering doing an "Outback competitor" with the Fusion name. 
Source: Autocar

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nissan Group announced total U.S. sales for June 2019 of 123,504 units, a decrease of 14.9 percent compared to the prior year.
Nissan highlights:
Sales of Nissan NV commercial vans set a June record with 1,706 units sold, up 10 percent. NV200 compact cargo van sales were 1,737 units, up 1.2 percent, and set a June record. Versa sales rose 15 percent in June to 8,882 units. Frontier truck sales rose to 7,346 units, up 7 percent. Several key models have shown gains in 2019: NV commercial vans (+16 percent), Pathfinder (+8 percent) and Versa (+7 percent). *INFINITI sales total included for reference. For more information on INFINITI’s June sales performance, please visit INFINITINews.com.
NOTE: To ensure consistency in global sales reporting, Nissan North America calculates monthly variances on a straight-percentage basis, unadjusted for the number of selling days. June 2019 had 26 selling days, while June 2018 had 27 selling days.
NISSAN DIVISION
JUNE
JUNE
Monthly
CYTD
CYTD
CYTD
 
2019
2018
% chg
2019
2018
% chg
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Nissan Division Total
113,665
134,398
-15.4
653,978
708,525
-7.7
Versa
8,882
7,745
14.7
48,700
45,684
6.6
Sentra
21,224
20,572
3.2
109,899
115,676
-5.0
Altima
16,548
26,956
-38.6
108,777
123,792
-12.1
Maxima
2,079
4,504
-53.8
16,795
24,052
-30.2
LEAF
1,156
1,367
-15.4
6,008
6,659
-9.8
Juke
0
41
-100.0
10
652
-98.5
370Z
230
363
-36.6
1,252
1,949
-35.8
GT-R
30
60
-50.0
174
304
-42.8
Total Car
50,149
61,608
-18.6
291,615
318,768
-8.5
Kicks
7,236
563
1185.3
29,263
563
n/a
Frontier
7,346
6,856
7.1
39,322
41,701
-5.7
Titan
2,665
4,121
-35.3
18,026
23,294
-22.6
Pathfinder
6,494
6,736
-3.6
36,312
33,702
7.7
Armada
2,505
5,434
-53.9
18,713
18,445
1.5
Rogue
28,694
37,004
-22.5
175,267
215,202
-18.6
Murano
5,133
8,806
-41.7
25,972
38,800
-33.1
Quest
0
0
n/a
0
2
-100.0
NV
1,706
1,553
9.9
9,536
8,248
15.6
NV200
1,737
1,717
1.2
9,952
9,800
1.6
Total Truck
63,516
72,790
-12.7
362,363
389,757
-7.0
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
INFINITI
JUNE
JUNE
Monthly
CYTD
CYTD
CYTD
 
2019
2018
% chg
2019
2018
% chg
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Infiniti Total
9,839
10,698
-8.0
63,058
72,170
-12.6
Infiniti Q50
2,042
2,631
-22.4
14,337
19,157
-25.2
Infiniti Q60
359
591
-39.3
2,402
4,692
-48.8
Infiniti Q70
183
364
-49.7
1,693
2,517
-32.7
Infiniti QX30
290
656
-55.8
2,449
4,814
-49.1
Infiniti QX50
1,799
1,710
5.2
8,724
9,066
-3.8
Infiniti QX60
3,133
3,382
-7.4
22,836
22,176
3.0
Infiniti QX70
0
65
-100.0
6
806
-99.3
Infiniti QX80
2,033
1,299
56.5
10,611
8,942
18.7
Total Car
2,584
3,586
-27.9
18,432
26,366
-30.1
Total Truck
7,255
7,112
2.0
44,626
45,804
-2.6
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NISSAN GROUP
JUNE
JUNE
Monthly
CYTD
CYTD
CYTD
 
2019
2018
% chg
2019
2018
% chg
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
TOTAL VEHICLE
123,504
145,096
-14.9
717,036
780,695
-8.2
Total Car
52,733
65,194
-19.1
310,047
345,134
-10.2
Total Truck
70,771
79,902
-11.4
406,989
435,561
-6.6
Selling days
26
27
 
153
154
 
 
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Mercedes unveiled the Mercedes-Benz GLB at an event in Salt Lake City yesterday.   The GLB joins the GLA in the small crossover space, however it can be configured with seating for up to seven passengers.   Built on the compact, front wheel drive, transverse engine platform that is shared with the GLA, the boxy shape makes the most of its 111.4 inch wheelbase (5.1 inches longer than the GLA). The GLB can be purchased as a 5-seater or 7-seater with a second row that can slide fore and aft up to 6 inches. 
Mercedes says the boxy shape gives the GLB powerful off-road proportions, and short front and rear overhangs help with approach and departure angles. Front-wheel drive is the default, and Mercedes 4Matic all-wheel drive is optional and comes with various modes for comfort, sport, and off-road. Hill-Start assist and downhill speed regulation contribute to the GLB's off-road chops.
Powering the GLB is a 2.0 liter transverse 4-cylinder with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The engine produces 221 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque from 1800 rpm - 4,000 rpm. It is likely that we will later see AMG engine variants join the lineup like the 416 hp 4-cylinder that AMG just debuted. 
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB will be in dealerships by the end of 2019. 
At a glance:
 
GLB 250
4MATIC
Transmission
8G-DCT
(automatic)
Displacement (cc)
1991
Output (hp)
221
at rpm
5,500
Max. torque (lb-ft)
258
at rpm
1800 - 4000
Acceleration 0-60 mph (s)
6.9
Top speed (mph)
130
*Spec for load compartment capacity calculated according to VDA standards.
 
 

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Mercedes unveiled the Mercedes-Benz GLB at an event in Salt Lake City yesterday.   The GLB joins the GLA in the small crossover space, however it can be configured with seating for up to seven passengers.   Built on the compact, front wheel drive, transverse engine platform that is shared with the GLA, the boxy shape makes the most of its 111.4 inch wheelbase (5.1 inches longer than the GLA). The GLB can be purchased as a 5-seater or 7-seater with a second row that can slide fore and aft up to 6 inches. 
Mercedes says the boxy shape gives the GLB powerful off-road proportions, and short front and rear overhangs help with approach and departure angles. Front-wheel drive is the default, and Mercedes 4Matic all-wheel drive is optional and comes with various modes for comfort, sport, and off-road. Hill-Start assist and downhill speed regulation contribute to the GLB's off-road chops.
Powering the GLB is a 2.0 liter transverse 4-cylinder with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The engine produces 221 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque from 1800 rpm - 4,000 rpm. It is likely that we will later see AMG engine variants join the lineup like the 416 hp 4-cylinder that AMG just debuted. 
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB will be in dealerships by the end of 2019. 
At a glance:
 
GLB 250
4MATIC
Transmission
8G-DCT
(automatic)
Displacement (cc)
1991
Output (hp)
221
at rpm
5,500
Max. torque (lb-ft)
258
at rpm
1800 - 4000
Acceleration 0-60 mph (s)
6.9
Top speed (mph)
130
*Spec for load compartment capacity calculated according to VDA standards.