2008 Sales Archive

Daimler AG Reports September Sales Daimler AG Reports a 9 Percent Decrease for the Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. for September 2008 Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release - Total 20,557 of Units of Mercedes-Benz Cars Division Sold in U.S. - Mercedes-Benz USA Records September Sales of 18,779 - smart USA Records 1,778 Sales in September NEW YORK, Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (NYSE: DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 20,557 units in the U.S. for September 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted. …

Mazda Reports September 2008 Sales Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported September 2008 sales of 16,169 vehicles, down 35.6 percent over last September. Year-to-date, Mazda has sold 215,408 vehicles, down 5.7 percent. The all-new 2009 MAZDA6, which arrived at dealerships across the country in September, is off to a great start and exceeded sales objectives for the month. The new MAZDA6 features a larger body than the outgoing car, as well as more powerful -- and more fuel efficient -- engine choices. The right-for-the-market MAZDA5 multi-ac…

Focus up to 21K, Fusion consistent at 15K, Edge up to 13K, Escape at 18K...most of the hurt was the F-series, E-series, Expedition, Crown Vic, and Mustang. Sable and Taurus up slightly.

Mercedes-Benz Sets Another Record With Best May Sales June 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release MONTVALE, N.J., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported its highest May on record with sales of 21,785 new vehicles, a 0.1 percent increase over last May. Sales for the month brought MBUSA's year-to-date volume to 99,703 new vehicles, a 1.1 percent increase compared to the first five months of 2007. Passenger car sales of 16,416 vehicles showed an increase of 4.6 percent over last May. Sales of the legendary SL roadster, one of MBUSA's first 2009 models to hit dealer showrooms, increased by 60.4 percent (1,083 vs. 675 units). The…

Hyundai Motor America Sets All-Time May Sales Record June 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 46,415 for the month of May, a six percent increase over the same period last year, and its best May ever. "We are very pleased with our results for May and the fact we were able to break the record set in 2007 for the month during a period of record-setting oil prices and a sluggish economy," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "Our more fuel-efficient vehicles -- Accent, Elantra and Sonata -- continued their str…

Mazda Reports Best May Since 1996 With Sales Up 4.2 Percent June 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release IRVINE, Calif., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported its best May in 12 years with 27,921 units sold in the U.S., a 4.2 percent increase over last year. Year-to-date sales are up 1.9 percent with 129,370 vehicles sold. "Soaring fuel prices are driving customers to make sensible transportation choices; it's a new marketplace," said Jim O'Sullivan, President and CEO, MNAO. "We're finding more and more buyers are shopping for the stylish, fun-to-drive, and affordable to own and operate cars and crossover S…

Nissan North America Announces May Sales June 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported May sales of 100,874 units, compared to 93,062 in the prior year. Adjusted for the number of selling days, sales were up 4.4 percent, marking a record May. On the same basis, Nissan Division sales rose 5.7 percent, from 82,314 units to 90,379 units, while the Infiniti Division saw sales of 10,495 units decrease from 10,748 units the prior year, a decline by 6.0 percent. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS -- Nissan vehicles saw sales of 90,379 units in May, a 5.7 percent increase on a d…

Kia Motors America Announces March Sales April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release IRVINE, Calif., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced March sales of 24,871 units and year-to-date sales of 68,214 units. Spectra and Rio had their best selling months of the year with 8,022 and 3,514 units sold respectively. Both vehicles also experienced increases year-to-date in the first quarter, and over the same period last year. Total sales for the month of March also rose 13 percent over the previous month. Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, S…

Subaru Reports All Time Record May Sales June 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release Forester Sales up Significantly - 66% Gain CHERRY HILL, N.J., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported the Company's best May sales ever with 18,436 total units sold. Retail sales were up 13% over the same month in 2007, driven by strong consumer demand. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20080325/SUBARULOGO ) The new 2009 model year Subaru Forester was up 66 percent. Model 2008 May % v 2007 Total Legacy 1,973 +11% Total O…

Nissan North America Announces March Sales April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ Link to Press Release NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported sales of 106,921 units in March, up 3.6 percent on a daily sales rate basis. NNA posted a sales increase of 3.0 percent for fiscal year 2007, ending March 31, 2008, versus FY06. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS -- Nissan-brand vehicles saw sales of 93,100 units in March, a 3.1 percent increase on a daily sales rate basis compared with March's 97,242 units sold. -- Nissan Division's volume for the 2007 fiscal year was 931,976 units, up …

BMW Group USA Reports May Sales June 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release BMW Group US sales (BMW and MINI combined) up 3.1 percent in May. MINI sales reached all-time sales record. WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) today reported May vehicle sales of 31,781, an increase of 3.1 percent from the 30,819 vehicles sold in the same month of 2007. For the first five months of 2008, BMW Group sales are down 2.4 percent, to 131,758 vehicles versus the 134,944 sold January through May of 2007. BMW Brand Sales BMW brand sales were down 4.6 percent, to 25,469 vehicles compared…

BMW Group Reports March Sales April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) sales down by 5.4 percent in March as expected, stronger increase in the second half of the year anticipated. WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) today reported March vehicle sales of 27,404, down 5.4 percent from the 28,980 vehicles sold in the same month of 2007. For the first quarter of 2008, BMW Group sales are down 9.2 percent, to 68,529 vehicles versus the 75,433 sold in the first three months of 2007. The results reflect BMW Group's expectations for the month. A…

Mitsubishi Motors Reports May Sales June 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release CYPRESS, Calif., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors today announced total May 2008 sales of 10,430. -- Galant sales in May were 2,783, an increase of 7.9 percent over May 2007. Galant sales are up 14.5 percent calendar-year-to-date. -- Lancer Evolution sales were 351, up 23.6% for the month compared to last May. -- Consistent with the overall U.S. market, total Mitsubishi sales were off 23.6% for May compared to May 2007 sales of 13,651. Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, finance, s…

Mitsubishi Motors Reports March Sales April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release CYPRESS, Calif., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors today announced total March 2008 sales of 10,750. -- Galant was the volume leader at 2,676, up 26.6% from last March's volume. -- This was Galant's best first quarter in three years. -- Lancer closed at 2,514, up 32.7% from last March's volume. -- This was also Lancer's best first quarter in three years. -- Overall Mitsubishi sales were off 14.2% for March compared to March 2007 sales of 12,536. Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible f…

All-Time Record Civic Sales Top 53,000 in May as American Honda Reports Best Month Ever June 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release Honda Civic, Fit and Acura TSX break all-time records TORRANCE, Calif., June 3 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., May sales of 167,997, up 11.3 percent on a daily-selling-rate basis(1), shattered the company's all-time sales record for any month as Civic sales reached 53,299, up 28.3 percent versus last May and surpassing the previous monthly record for any car in the lineup. New all-time records set in May included (previous record in parentheses): -- American Honda total vehicle sales of 167,…

Mazda Announces March Sales for North America April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release IRVINE, Calif., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported U.S. sales of 32,929 vehicles, its best month since last year's best-ever March. Including the U.S., Canada and Mexico, total MNAO sales were 43,496 vehicles. Mazda Canada, Inc. and Mazda Motor de Mexico both reported best-ever March sales with increases of 11.7 percent and 12.0 percent respectively. Signaling the continuation of a shift in consumers' tastes to smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles, the MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle reported its best-ever mon…

VOLKSWAGEN REPORTS MAY 2008 SALES Tuesday, June 3, 2008 Link to Press Release HERNDON, Va.— Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced May 2008 sales of 22,346 units, a 0.1 percent increase over the May 2007 sales of 22, 325 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales are 0.6 percent ahead of 2007 sales through May. A sign that people are ready for top down summer driving is that both the New Beetle convertible and Eos posted strong May sales results. Volkswagen’s innovative coupe-convertible-sunroof Eos posted its best sales month ever with sales of 1,807 units, up 21.2 percent over last May. New Beetle convertible posted sales of 1,809 units, up 2…

Hyundai Motor America Breaks March Record Set in 2007 April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced record sales of 42,796 for the month of March, a two percent increase over the same record-setting period last year. "We are very encouraged by our March results, especially considering the challenging market we are in," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "Our redesigned Sonata posted a solid seven percent increase over a year ago, while Accent, Elantra and Azera all saw double-digit growth compared with Mar…

American Honda March Sales Boosted by Record Car Sales April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release Fit sets all-time record, Civic sets monthly record TORRANCE, Calif., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted a March 2008 sales result of 138,734 Honda and Acura vehicles, an increase of 4.2 percent based on the daily selling rate,* the company announced today. March 2007 sales results included two additional selling days and totaled 143,392. Led by strong sales of the Accord, Civic and Fit, American Honda total car sales posted record monthly results of 83,214, an increase of 11.1 percent. Year-to-d…

Toyota Reports March Sales April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release TORRANCE, Calif., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported March sales of 217,730 vehicles, a decrease of 3.4 percent from last March. The Toyota Division posted March sales of 192,791, a decrease of 2.9 percent from last March. The Lexus Division reported March sales of 24,939 units, a decrease of 6.9 percent from the year-ago month. Toyota Division Toyota Division passenger cars recorded March sales of 114,897 units, up 1.5 percent from last March. Passenger-car sales were led by Camry, which posted best-ever March sales o…

Daimler AG Reports 22,542 Unit Sales for U.S. Passenger Vehicles for March 2008 April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ Link to Press Release * Mercedes-Benz USA Records Highest First Quarter Sales * smart fortwo Sales Continue to Increase NEW YORK, April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (NYSE: DAI) today reported total group sales (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 22,542 passenger vehicles in the U.S. for March 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted. While experiencing a marginal 3.7 percent decrease in its sales for the month of March (20,808 vs. 21,612), Me…

Subaru Reports Strong March 2008 Retail Sales April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release -- Impreza sales up 18 percent; Legacy sedan sales up 14 percent -- -- 1% gain in Retail sales -- CHERRY HILL, N.J., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported March sales of 16,685 total units. Retail sales were up 1% over March 2007, while fleet deliveries were lower than at the same time in 2007. Fleet deliveries are expected to be made up later in the year. Both the Impreza and Legacy model lines recorded gains over the same period last year. The 2009 model year arrived in dealerships the last week of th…

Audi of America Reports Strong March Sales Approaching Previous Year's Number Despite '08 Economic Downturn April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release A4 and TT sales show strength and range of an iconic brand AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 1, 2008 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi of America, Inc. announced today sales for the month of March totaling 7,987, a decrease of 0.4% from last year's figures. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales continued their record-setting trend; compared with last year's March figures, CPO sales rose to 3,283 units, an increase of 35.2%. Consumers keeping a wary eye on the economy were ultimately won over by Audi's c…

VOLKSWAGEN REPORTS MARCH 2008 SALES Tuesday, April 1, 2008 Link to Press Release Brand Sales Surge 12.9 PercentAUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced March 2008 sales of 19,587 units, a 12.9 percent increase over the March 2007 sales of 17,355 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales are 0.4 percent ahead of 2007 sales through March. The Jetta, consistently Volkswagen’s top sales performer, posted a 19.7 percent increase over March 2007 results. Passat sales were 13 percent ahead of March 2007 totals. March 2008 represents the best Volkswagen sales month since August 2007. Reflecting anticipation of open air summer d…

GM Reports 308,817 Deliveries in August Up 31.3 Percent From July and the Highest Monthly Sales Total in 2008 Employee Discount For Everyone Extended Sept 3rd - GM Media - Press Release Link to Press Release Car retail sales increase driven by Chevrolet Malibu sales up 212 percent, Pontiac Vibe up 114 percent, Cadillac CTS up 87 percent, Corvette up 49 percent and Chevrolet Impala up 27 percent compared with last August Buick Enclave, GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook crossover retail sales up 29 percent 80,000 Chevrolet Silverado, Avalanche and GMC Sierra pickups sold, best month since August, 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban and GMC Yukon sales highest so far in …

Daimler AG Reports August Sales of 20,927 New Vehicles for the Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release - Total of 20,927 Units of Mercedes-Benz Cars Division Sold in U.S. - Mercedes-Benz USA Records August Sales of 18,507 - smart USA Records 2,420 Sales in August NEW YORK, Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Daimler AG (NYSE: DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 20,927 units in the U.S. for August 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted. Mercedes-Benz USA reported August sales of 18,507 new vehicles, bring…

American Honda Reports August Sales Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release All-new Pilot sales increase 18.6 percent; Civic Sales up by 5.3 percent TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted August total vehicle sales of 146,855, a decline of 7.3 percent compared to record-setting August 2007 results. Year-to-date sales of 1,083,957 represent a 1.2 percent increase on a daily-selling-rate basis* compared to last year. Honda Division posted August sales of 131,766, a decline of 7.1 percent versus August 2007. Honda models showing increased sales included the all-new Pilot, up 18.6 percent to 11,276; Civi…

American Honda Reports November Sales Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ Link to Article Honda Pilot up 4.5 percent TORRANCE, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted November sales of 76,233, a decline of 31.6 percent, compared to record November 2007 results. American Honda year-to-date sales of 1,342,680 represent a 5.8 percent decrease, based on the daily selling rate*. Honda Division posted November sales of 68,345, a decline of 30.6 percent versus November 2007. Monthly Pilot sales increased 4.5 percent to 5,601. The Acura Division posted sales of 7,888, a decrease of 38.9 percent compared to November 2007. The TL luxury performance sedan was …

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Toyota Reports August Sales Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported August sales of 211,533 vehicles, a decrease of 9.4 percent from last August, on a daily selling rate basis. The Toyota Division posted August sales of 182,252 units, a decrease of 9.4 percent from last August. The Lexus Division reported August sales of 29,281 units, a decrease of 9.1 percent from the year-ago month. Toyota Division Toyota Division passenger cars recorded August sales of 111,778 units, down 3.4 percent from the same period last year. Passenger car sales we…

Nissan North America Announces August Sales Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release FRANKLIN, Tenn., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported August 2008 sales of 108,493 units versus 95,527 units a year ago, an increase of 13.6 percent. Sales of Nissan Division vehicles increased 14.2 percent, while sales of Infiniti Division vehicles increased by 8.0 percent. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS -- Nissan vehicles saw sales of 97,417 units in August compared with August 2007's 85,275 units sold, a 14.2 percent increase. -- The Xterra SUV and Frontier midsize pickup led a strong month for truck sales, with inc…

Hyundai Motor America Reports August Sales Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 41,130 for the month of August, an 8.8 percent decrease from the all-time August sales record set in 2007. "Once again the fuel-efficient Accent, Sonata and Elantra, despite restricted availability, continued their upward sales trend with increases of 73 percent, 17 percent and 13 percent, respectively, over the same month last year," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "As illustrated by our August sales, the small to mid…

Kia Motors America Announces August Sales Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release Passenger Cars Up 22.2 Percent Year-To-Date IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced August sales of 25,065 units. Year-to-date sales are up 1.3 percent with 210,705 units sold. Passenger cars are up 4.9 percent for August and 22.2 percent year-to-date. Leading August passenger car sales is Optima with 3,807 units, up 25.2 percent over the same period last year. Rio and Rondo also both had increases of 19 percent and 15.2 percent respectively over the same period last year with 3,590 and 3,508 units so…

Chrysler LLC Reports November 2008 U.S. Sales Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ Link to Article -- All-new Dodge Ram sales continue to gain momentum -- Jeep® Liberty sales increased 6% compared to October 2008 -- Chrysler's U.S. retail market share increased 0.6 percentage points in November -- Fleet sales decreased 63%; Retail sales remain aligned with industry -- Additional incentives and financing arrangements designed to support customers during the continued credit crisis AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC today reported total November 2008 U.S. sales of 85,260 units, down 10% versus October 2008 (94,530 units), and down 47% from the same mont…

BMW Group Reports August Sales Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release BMW Group US sales (BMW and MINI combined) up 1.0 percent in August WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported August sales of 30,931 vehicles, an increase of 1.0 percent over the 30,639 vehicles sold in August 2007. The BMW Group also reported a year-to-date sales volume of 217,821 vehicles, down 2.5 percent, compared to 223,341 vehicles in the same period of 2007. BMW Brand Sales Sales of BMW brand vehicles decreased 4.1 percent in August for a total of 25,462 compared to 26,562 reported in the sa…

Volkswagen Reports August 2008 Sales Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release Best Jetta month since May 2006 HERNDON, Va., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced August 2008 sales of 22,292 units, a 2.9 percent increase over the August 2007 sales of 21,655 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales are 1.3 percent ahead of 2007 sales through August. "We're extremely pleased with our August sales results," said Mark Barnes, COO, Volkswagen of America, Inc. "This is a tough economy and for Volkswagen to be ahead of last year's sales is a true testament to the strength of our brand.…

Subaru Reports Record Breaking Sales for August 2008 Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release Subaru Forester hits an all-time sales record as does the Legacy Sedan - while the Impreza bests its August sales record CHERRY HILL, N.J., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported August sales of 18,932 total units -- a 14% increase over the same month in 2007 of 16,573 units. The company posted total year-to-date sales of 129,298 units, a 6% gain over YTD August 2007 of 122,165 units. The Subaru Forester hit an all-time sales record of 6,763 units resulting in an increase of over 73% from August 2007 sales a…

Chrysler LLC Reports August 2008 U.S. Sales Continues 'Shop 'Til You Drive' Campaign With Up to 40 Percent Off MSRP Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release - Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town & Country minivans have strong sales month, up 7 percent over last year - Dodge Ram light-duty truck and Jeep® Liberty performance improves versus July - Dodge Journey gains momentum; buyers coming out of larger SUVs - Dodge Charger sales continue to grow - Up to 40 percent off MSRP available in September AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LL…

Audi Reports August Sales Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release - Audi reports tough month-over-month comparison; A4 selldown depletes inventory - Audi A6 sales up year over year, record A5 sales - Year to date, Audi sales outpace industry trends - CPO sales up again HERNDON, Va., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi of America announced today auto sales for the month of August totaling 6,406, a decrease of 16% from last year's figures. Despite strong economic headwinds, Audi new vehicle sales in the U.S. are down just 3.7% year-to-date. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (C…

Mazda Reports August 2008 Sales Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release CX-9 Leads the Way with Its Best Month Ever, MAZDA3 Reports Its Best August IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported August 2008 sales of 23,680 vehicles, a slight decrease over last August of 4.4 percent. Year-to-date, Mazda has sold 199,239 vehicles, down 2.0 percent. "August sales showed that customers' focus on smaller, smarter, more efficient vehicles is sharper than ever, in the face of still-steep fuel prices and continued monetary uncertainties," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO, MNAO. "At Mazda, with …

Mitsubishi Motors Reports August Sales Sept 3rd /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release CYPRESS, Calif., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors today announced total August 2008 sales of 9,200. Galant sales were 2,976, which is the largest month for Galant since August 2007. August 2008 Lancer Evolution sales were up 228 percent over August 2007 sales. Mitsubishi's total August 2008 sales were down 29 percent, compared to August 2007 (13,020 sales), which was the largest August sales month in four years. Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and d…

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See all charts from the Wall Street Journal here... Some interesting points... August'08 Market Share: 24.6% General Motors (Including Saab) 16.9% Toyota Motor Sales 12.4% Ford Motor Company (Including Volvo) 11.8% American Honda 8.8% Chrysler LLC 8.7% Nissan NA 5.3% Hyundai Motor (Including Kia) 4.0% Volkswagen of America (Including Porsche & Audi) 2.4% BMW (Including Mini) 1.9% Mazda Motor 1.5% Mercedes-Benz 1.5% Subaru of America 0.7% Mitsubishi Motors NA 0.5% American Suzuki 0.3% Jaguar/Land Rover YTD Market Share: 21.8% General Motors (Including Saab) 16.8% Toyota Motor Sales 15.0% Ford Motor Company (Including Volv…

Kia Motors America Announces November Sales Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ Link to Article Rio, Optima, and Rondo sales each up more than 14-percent year-to-date IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced November sales of 15,182 units with year-to-date sales of 258,753 units. Passenger cars have led the way in 2008, with Rio, Optima and Rondo all posting double digit increases year-to-date. November sales were led by Spectra and Sorento, with Sorento posting a 47.3-percent increase over the same period last year. Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. K…

Hyundai Motor America Reports November Sales Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ Link to Article FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 19,221 for the month of November, a 40 percent decrease from November 2007 levels. "We are still experiencing challenging times but believe that Hyundai remains exceptionally well positioned to confront these difficult market conditions," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "The Hyundai Holiday Sales event will continue to offer great deals for the month of December and we are proud of the fact that Accent is now the lowest priced and most dependable…

Ford Share Increases for Second Straight Month Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ Link to Article - Ford market share higher than a year ago for the second month in a row; Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 118,818, down 30 percent versus November 2007 - F-Series sales totaled 37,911 including nearly 5,000 all-new 2009 model F-150s - Ford announces first quarter 2008 North American production plan DEARBORN, Mich., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury outpaced industry-wide November sales, thanks largely to F-Series truck sales, and grew its retail and total market share for the second straight month. Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers reported tot…

Does anybody know if the December sales figures will be released on the 2nd or will we have to wait until the 5th?

Mazda Reports November 2008 Sales Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ Link to Article - MAZDA5 Sales Lead The Way - IRVINE, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported November 2008 sales of 14,134, down 31.3 percent versus last year (down 28.6 percent on a DSR basis), and year-to-date sales of 245,984, down 9.3 percent. The MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle had an incredible sales month with sales of 1,499 units; volume was up more than three times over November 2007. On a year-to-date basis, the MAZDA5 is up 36.8 percent. "We initially thought the light at the end of the tunnel would be getting closer as we neared the end of the year, but…

Kia Motors America Announces October Sales Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release Rio, Amanti and Sedona Post Double Digit Increases IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced October sales of 15,483 units with year-to-date sales of 243,571 units. Kia Rio, Amanti and Sedona vehicles all posted double digit increases compared with the previous month. Sorento, awarded a top ranking in the AutoPacific 2008 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards and 2008 Ideal Vehicle Awards, posted a 2.5-percent increase over the same month last year with 3,101 units sold. Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and dis…

AMERICAN SUZUKI NOVEMBER 2008 SALES Suzuki Media Press Release Link to Article 2008 Suzuki Auto Product Line Suzuki Auto’s versatile line of vehicles includes the spirited four-door SX4 Sport, bold and functional five-door SX4 Crossover, exciting XL7 midsize crossover SUV, rugged Grand Vitara compact SUV, popular Forenza sedan and Forenza Wagon, and the European-styled Reno. Every vehicle in the line provides Suzuki’s standout virtues of toughness, leading-edge style and high-end features at very competitive prices. All 2008 Suzuki automobiles are backed by America’s #1 Warranty: a 100,000-mile/seven-year, fully transferable, zero-deductible powertrain limited warr…

Hyundai Motor America Reports October Sales Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 20,820 for the month of October, a 31 percent decrease from October 2007 levels. "We are experiencing one of the most challenging times in recent automotive history," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "We are encouraged by the prospects for November. With the financial markets beginning to stabilize and the election behind us, we believe consumer confidence will be bolstered and prospects who have been on the sidelines during thi…

VOLKSWAGEN REPORTS NOVEMBER 2008 SALES VW Media Press Release Link to Article Clean Diesel TDI sales strong, and Routan has best month ever HERNDON, Va.— Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced November 2008 sales of 14,295 units, a 19.2 percent decrease over the November 2007 sales of 17,689 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales are 2.1 percent behind 2007 sales through November. “This is the toughest economic environment we’ve seen in a long time and it presents a significant challenge” said Mark Barnes, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Nevertheless, our clean diesel TDI’s continued to sell very well even in this t…

Mitsubishi Motors North America Reports October Sales Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release CYPRESS, Calif. -- Mitsubishi Motors today announced October 2008 sales of 7,486, a slight improvement (1.4%) over September sales. Most models showed increases from the prior month: * Galant sales were up 24 percent from September. * Outlander sales were up 17 percent from September. * Endeavor sales were up 12 percent from September. * Lancer Evolution sales were up 42 percent from September. * Raider sales were up 24 percent from September. Similar to the rest of the automotive industry, Mitsubishi October sales were…

Nissan North America Announces October Sales Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ Link to Press Release FRANKLIN, Tenn., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) (Nasdaq: NSANY) today reported October 2008 sales of 56,945 units versus 84,947 units a year ago, a decrease of 33.0 percent. Sales of Nissan Division vehicles declined 33.5 percent, while sales of Infiniti Division vehicles fell by 28.6 percent. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS -- Nissan vehicles saw sales of 49,833 units in October compared with October 2007's 74,992 units sold, a 33.5 percent decrease. -- Maxima sales totaled 4,341 units last month, an increase of 33.0 perce…

Mitsubishi Motors Reports November Sales Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ Link to Article CYPRESS, Calif., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors today announced November 2008 sales of 5,096. Highlights include: -- Galant was the volume leader in November. Galant sales are up 1 percent for the year compared to January through November 2007. -- Outlander sales were up 3.4 percent compared to October. November was the best month for Outlander sales in six months. -- Lancer Evolution sales were up almost 600% in November compared to November 2007 and are up 43.6% year-to-date. Similar to the rest of the automotive industry, Mitsubishi November sales were down 36 percent comp…

American Honda Reports October Sales Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release Honda Fit sets monthly record; Acura TL sales up 22.2 percent TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted October sales of 85,864, a decline of 28.0 percent based on the daily selling rate*, compared to record October 2007 results. American Honda year-to-date sales of 1,266,447 represent a 3.6 percent decrease. Honda Division posted October sales of 75,756, a decline of 28.4 percent versus October 2007. The Fit achieved an October record of 6,478, up 28.1 percent in its second month available as a completely redesigned 2009 mo…

Subaru Posts November Sales Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ Link to Article - Year-to-Date Sales Up 1-Percent - - November Sales Down 8-Percent - - Forester Sets Record November sales, Up 64-percent - CHERRY HILL, N.J., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today announced an 8-percent decrease in sales for the month of November versus November 2007. Subaru remains one of the few automotive brands to show a sales increase for the year, with total sales year-to-date up 1-percent. Subaru of America sold 170,412 units through November compared with 168,469 units during the same period last year. Sales for the Subaru Forester were up 64-percent and the Subaru Imprez…

Ford Focus Retail Sales Up 36 Percent in February, Punctuating Solid Month for Cars, Crossovers Link to press release - Ford Focus retail sales climbed 36 percent compared with a year ago; redesigned, fuel-efficient small car and SYNC are appealing to younger buyers. - Crossover demand growth continues; Ford Edge up 46 percent; Lincoln MKX up 22 percent. - Lincoln retail sales up 2 percent. - Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 185,294, down 7 percent. - Lower daily rental sales (down 20 percent) accounts for 60 percent of the decline. - Retail sales down 6 percent. - Total Ford Motor Company sales (including Jaguar, Land Rover, and Volvo) tota…

Audi Reports November Sales Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ Link to Article -- Sales down 25.4% compared to strong November last year -- Audi A5 and R8 sales more than double totals from November 2007 -- Audi TT sales up 74.6% in November HERNDON, Va., Dec. 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi today announced sales for the month of November totaling 6,788 units, a decrease of 25.4% from November 2007. Audi continues to outpace the industry with year-to-date sales down only 5.8%. The Audi A5 posted a 155.2% increase over last November with 569 units sold. Similarly, the Audi R8 had another strong month with over 150 units sold, an increase of 123.9% over November 2007. The Audi TT sales i…

Chrysler LLC Reports October 2008 U.S. Sales Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ Link to Press Release AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- -- Chrysler celebrates the 25th anniversary of the minivan, which continues to be a dominating force in the market -- Dodge Challenger and Journey continue to draw consumer attention -- Jeep® Patriot sales increased two percent compared to September 2008 and 62 percent year-to-date compared to same timeframe in 2007 -- Incentives program extended into November - offers solid deals on both 2008 and 2009 model year vehicles -- 2009 model year Chrysler Sebring, 300 and Dodge Avenger li…

Audi Bucks Industry Sales Slump, Boosts Market Share Nov. 7 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release - Audi sets record new vehicle sales for October - A5 posts third consecutive record month; all-time sales record on R8 - All-new 2009 A4 sales continue to grow - Industry as a whole down 31.9% in October; import high group down 28.1% overall HERNDON, Va., Nov. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi's aggressive growth strategy has paid off in increased market share. For October, 2008, Audi reached a market share of 8.6% within its competitive set, up from 6.2% 12 months ago. Audi's car share perform…

Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Best February on Record With 18,564 New Vehicle Sales Link to Press Release MONTVALE, N.J., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported its highest sales volume for any February in the company's history with sales of 18,564 new vehicles, an increase of 7.3 percent over last February. This brings MBUSA's year-to-date total to 36,839 new vehicles sold, an increase of 7.2 percent over the same period in 2007. Sales for Mercedes-Benz luxury light truck models continued strongly as a group with a 12 percent increase over February 2007 (6,061 vs. 5,414 units) and a 17.3 percent increase for the year-to-dat…

Kia Motors America Announces February Sales Link to Press Release IRVINE, Calif., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced February sales of 21,988 units and year-to-date sales of 43,343 units. Rio and Spectra sold 2,875 units and 5,133 units respectively, both increases over the same period last year. Rondo, recently recognized as a "Best Value" on the Parents Magazine and Edmunds.com Best Family Cars list, sold 3,616 units, also an increase over the same period last year. Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete…

Ford Reports October Sales Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ Link to Press Release F-Series Powers Ford to Highest Retail Share in Two Years; Flex, Lincoln MKS Gain More Retail Share - Ford's F-Series drove through economic gauntlet to post October sales of 43,324, lifting Ford to highest retail share in two years. - New F-150 launch begins from position of strength with the one and only 'Truck of Texas' crown in tow. - Ford Focus, Fusion and Escape also contribute to strong retail performance. - New Ford Flex crossover and Lincoln MKS sedan continue to grow retail …

FOR RELEASE: 2008-03-03 GM Reports 270,423 Deliveries in February Link to Press Release and Sales Data Car Retail Sales Driven By Malibu Up 62 Percent; CTS Up 71 Percent; Cobalt Up 24 Percent; Aura Up 21 Percent; and G6 Up 6 Percent Cadillac Car Sales Up 24 Percent; Chevrolet Cars Up 3 percent Enclave, Acadia and Outlook Drive Mid-Utility Crossover Segment Up 15 Percent DETROIT - GM dealers in the United States delivered 270,423 vehicles in February, a decrease of 13 percent compared with an unusually strong February last year. "Our new launch vehicles, including the award-winning Chevrolet Malibu and Cadillac CTS, had a sensational month, as did the Che…

GM Reports 235,184 Deliveries in July For Release: August 1, 2008 GM Reports 235,184 Deliveries in July Chevrolet Malibu total sales up 79 Percent, Aveo up 17 percent and Cobalt up 4 percent compared with last July Cadillac CTS sales increased 38 percent Pontiac G5 sales up 17 percent, Vibe up 7 percent and G6 up 6 percent Saturn Aura sales increased 24 percent with Sky up 14 percent, Astra has best month Buick Enclave mid-utility crossover sales increase 28 percent DETROIT – GM today announced July sales results, highlighted by continued strong performance in small and midsize cars and crossovers. GM dealers in the United States delivered 235,184 vehicles in…

VOLKSWAGEN REPORTS OCTOBER 2008 SALES Monday, November 3, 2008 Media.VW.com Link to Press Release HERNDON, Va.— Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced October 2008 sales of 15,889 units, a 7.9 percent decrease over the October 2007 sales of 17,260 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales are 0.6 percent behind 2007 sales through October. “This is the toughest economy we’ve seen in a long time especially within the automotive industry.” said Mark Barnes, Chief Operating Officer, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Our Tiguan, Jetta SportWagen, and TDI’s continued to sell well for the month of October, which demonstrates the strength of our new produ…

BMW Group Reports October Sales Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release BMW Group US sales (BMW and MINI combined) down 5.0 percent in October WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported October sales of 25,475 vehicles, a decrease of 5.0 percent over the 26,821 vehicles sold in October 2007. The BMW Group also reported a year-to-date sales volume of 261,802 vehicles, down 4.8 percent, compared to 275,094 vehicles in the same period of 2007. BMW Brand Sales Sales of BMW brand vehicles decreased 13.9 percent in October for a total of 20,203 compared to 23,451 reported in the same mo…

Mazda Reports October 2008 Sales Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release - MAZDA5 Records its Best October Ever - IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported October 2008 sales of 16,442, down 25.9 percent versus last year, and year-to-date sales of 231,850, down 7.5 percent. Bucking the sales trend with an incredible sales month was the MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle. With sales of 1,921, volume was up nearly four times over 2007. On a year-to-date basis, the MAZDA5 is up an astonishing 51.8 percent. "Whether the auto industry mirrors the state of business in general, or…

American Honda Reports Record February Sales Link to Press Release Fit, Pilot and CR-V set monthly records TORRANCE, Calif., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted record February sales results of 115,397 Honda and Acura vehicles, an increase of 0.7 percent over February 2007, the company announced today. American Honda light trucks also posted record monthly results with sales of 52,557, up 1.9 percent. Year-to-date American Honda total vehicle sales of 213,908 were ahead of last year, but down 0.6 percent on a daily-selling-rate basis*. The Honda Division posted its best February ever with record sale…

Toyota Reports July Sales Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported July sales of 197,424 vehicles, a decrease of 18.7 percent from last July, on a daily selling rate basis. The Toyota Division posted July sales of 175,242 units, a decrease of 17.9 percent from last July. The Lexus Division reported July sales of 22,182 units, a decrease of 24.6 percent from the year-ago month. Toyota Division Toyota Division passenger cars recorded July sales of 114,880 units, down 5.4 percent from the same period last year. Passenger-car sales were led …

Daimler AG Reports October Sales Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ Link to Press Release -- Total 17,232 of Units of Mercedes-Benz Cars Division Sold in U.S. -- Mercedes-Benz USA Records October Sales of 14,996 -- smart USA Records 2,236 Sales in October NEW YORK, Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviaton DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 17,232 units in the U.S. for October 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted. Mercedes-Benz USA reported October sales of 14,996 vehicles, bringing the…

Nissan North America Announces February Sales link to Press Release NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported sales of 86,219 units in February versus 85,218 units in February 2007, down 2.9 percent on a daily sales rate basis. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS -- Nissan-brand vehicles saw sales of 76,151 units, a 3.2 percent decrease on a daily sales rate basis compared with last year's 75,514 units sold. On a total monthly volume basis, February 2008 was the best February sales month on record. Excluding fleet sales, February sales were up 2.9 percent on a daily sales…

American Honda Reports July Sales Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release Fit sets another all-time sales record; Honda car sales rise 6.7% for July record TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc. posted July total vehicle sales of 138,744, a daily-selling-rate basis* decline of 9.2 percent compared to July 2007 results. Honda Division posted July sales of 125,916, a decline of 8.2 percent versus July 2007. The Fit sold an all-time record of 12,266, up 78.5 percent. Civic Hybrid broke its previous July record, set in 2006, with sales up 27.4 percent to 3,440, while the Accor…

BMW Group Reports February Sales Link to Press Release BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) sales slightly behind by 1.8 percent for the month. MINI brand sales up 44.2 percent for February. WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) today reported February vehicle sales of 24,190, slightly down by 1.8 percent from the 24,642 vehicles sold in the same month of 2007. Year-to-date, BMW Group sales are down 11.5 percent, to 41,125 vehicles versus the 46,453 sold in the first two months of 2007. The result reflects BMW Group's expectations for the month. Upcoming new products like the BMW …

Chrysler LLC Reports July 2008 U.S. Sales Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release - Chrysler Town & Country up 24 percent in July; drives total minivan sales 5 percent higher; considered fuel-efficient alternative - Fuel-efficient Jeep® Patriot is a true success in the market - Dodge Ram performance improves versus previous month's sales - Dodge Avenger sedan continues strong performance - All-new Dodge Challenger SRT8® hits the streets with excitement AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Chrysler LLC today reported total July 2008 U.S. sales of 98,109 units, which is 29 percent below the same …

Mazda Reports Continued Strong Sales in February Link to Press Release - Sales up 6.7 Percent; CX-9, MAZDA5 and Tribute lead the way - IRVINE, Calif., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported another strong sales month with 23,548 units sold in the U.S., a 6.7 percent increase compared to last February. Year-to-date sales of 44,760 are up 8.4 percent year-over-year. Mazda's crossover SUV lineup is taking the industry by storm. The winner of the 2008 North American Truck of the Year and 2008 Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year, CX-9, reported sales of 2,200 units, up 88.4 percent versus last year. CX-…

BMW Group Reports July Sales Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release BMW Group US sales (BMW and MINI combined) up 2.2 percent in July. WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported July sales of 28,977 vehicles, an increase of 2.2 percent over the 28,364 vehicles sold in July 2007. The BMW Group also reported its year-to-date sales volume of 186,890 vehicles, down 3.0 percent compared to 192,702 vehicles in the same period of 2007. BMW Brand Sales Sales of BMW brand vehicles dropped slightly by 1.6 percent to 23,914 compared to 24,295 units in the same month a year ago. Yea…

Key New Chrysler LLC Car, Truck, and SUV Sales Grow; New Day Value Packages Align Needs and Wants of Customers Link to Press Release - Dodge brand car sales rise 6 percent year-over-year on strength of Dodge Avenger and Caliber - Chrysler brand truck sales led by rising sales of the all-new Chrysler Town & Country and Aspen - The all-new Jeep® Patriot sales of 5,195 units mark the vehicles' best month ever - New Day vehicles appeal to buyers looking for solid value, popular feature packages and high quality AUBURN HILLS, Mich., M…

Nissan North America Announces July Sales Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) (Nasdaq: NSANY) today reported sales for July of 95,319 units versus 87,877 units a year ago, an increase of 8.5 percent. Sales of Nissan Division vehicles increased 9.9 percent, while sales of Infiniti vehicles decreased by 2.9 percent. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS -- Nissan vehicles saw sales of 86,070 units in July compared with July 2007's 78,351 units sold, a 9.9 percent increase. -- Nissan's Versa subcompact posted strong sales of 8,701 units, up 14.4 percent. -- Nis…

Hyundai Motor America Reports February 2008 Sales Link to Press Release FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 31,090 for the month of February, an 11 percent drop from the same period last year. "While we were unable to equal our record-setting February of 2007, we are pleased our sales were as strong as they were considering the overall economic conditions," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "With the recent recognition of the Santa Fe and Elantra by a leading consumer magazine, and our newly announced incentives across our entire model line-…

Daimler AG Reports a 25 Percent Increase for the Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. for July 2008 Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release - Total of 23,292 Units of Mercedes-Benz Cars Division Sold in U.S. - Mercedes-Benz USA Records 12 Percent Sales Growth for the Month with 20,733 New Vehicles Sold - smart USA Records 2,559 Sales in July NEW YORK, Aug. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (NYSE: DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 23,292 units in the U.S. for July 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted…

Mitsubishi Motors Reports February Sales Link to Press Release CYPRESS, Calif., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors today announced total February 2008 sales of 9,105. -- Galant was the volume leader at 2,424, up 16.4% from last February's volume and up 22.2% calendar year-to-date. -- Eclipse closed at 2,079 up 6.8% from last February's volume. This was Eclipse's best February in six years. -- Lancer closed at 1,647 up 48.4% for February and up 14.1% calendar year-to-date. -- Eclipse Spyder sales were 890, up 29.0% for the month and 58.2% calendar year-to-date. -- Overall Mitsubishi sales …

Volkswagen Reports July 2008 Sales Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ Link to Press Release HERNDON, Va., Aug. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced July 2008 sales of 20,442 units, a 4.0 percent increase over the July 2007 sales of 19,653 vehicles. On a year-to-date basis, 2008 Volkswagen sales are 1.1 percent ahead of 2007 sales through July. "We're pleased with our July sales results," said Mark Barnes, COO, Volkswagen of America, Inc. "For Volkswagen to be ahead of last year's sales in this tough economy reflects the strength of our brand. Our new products launching later this year are sure to give us even greater momentum." …

Audi of America Reports Late February Sales Rise in Advance of Spring Season Link to Press Release TT Sales Growth Indicates Durable Demand for 'Shockingly Delightful' Design AUBURN HILLS, Mich., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Audi of America, Inc. announced today sales for the month of February totaling 6,152, a decrease of 6.9% from last year's figures. Audi Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales continued their record-setting trend; compared with last year's February figures, CPO sales came to 3,021 units, an increase of 57%. The combination of cold weather and cold economic reports slowed customer purchases in the early days of the month, but dealers repo…

Subaru Reports Strong February 2008 Retail Sales link to Press Release - Impreza sales up 24 percent; Legacy sales up 13 percent - - 9.6% gain in Retail sales minus Fleet - CHERRY HILL, N.J., March 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported February sales of 12,907 total units. With retail sales higher than February 2007, both the Impreza and Legacy model lines recorded gains over the same period last year. Sales of Subaru vehicles are up over the same period in 2007, led by strong sales of the company's Impreza, Legacy sedan and Tribeca models. February retail sales (not including fleet sales) improved…