2014 Sales Archive

Maserati North America, Inc. Reports Top October Sales in History 97 percent sales gain posted in October, compared with same month one year ago MY 2015 Ghibli and Quattroporte models fuel further growth 258 percent year-over-year increase of total retail sales ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Maserati North America, Inc. continues to topple sales records this October, posting its best October yet with (1,227 retail units sold) with total sales equaling a 258 percent year-over-year increase. This month's feat marks another significant month for the Trident on the brink of the luxury automaker's 100th anniversary. This is the company's twenty-first c…

Jaguar Land Rover Reports U.S. Sales for December 2014 Jaguar Land Rover U.S. December sales increase 2 percent for best December since 2006 Jaguar up 9 percent on growth of F-TYPE for best December since 2005 In December, the Range Rover Evoque hits new all-time monthly high of 1,426 units, up 20 percent from December, 2013 Jaguar Land Rover 2014 full year U.S. sales increases to 67,238 units from 66,962 units in 2013 For full year 2014, Land Rover brand increases 3 percent to setnew U.S. annual sales record of 51,465 units. For 2014, Jaguar F-TYPE delivers an annual sales increase of 83 percent on growth of both coupe and convertible. (MAHWAH, NJ) - January 5, 2015 -…

Subaru October 2014 Sales, Best October Ever Sales up 25 percent year-over-year Best Legacy sedan month ever Best Outback, Forester, WRX/STI and XV Crosstrek September ever Seventh consecutive month that Subaru brand sales exceed 40,000 sales 35th consecutive month of year-over-year growth CHERRY HILL, N.J., Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. (SOA) today reported a 25 percent sales increase for October 2014, resulting in an October sales record. The company sold 43,012 vehicles in October 2014 versus 34,483 in October 2013. Year-to-date sales increased 20 percent with 418,497 vehicles sold versus 347,890 over the same period last year. The company…

Highest Month Of The Year Gives Mercedes-Benz Best-Ever Year-to-Date Sales Volume Sprinter up 17.4%, smart up 16.3% year-to-date MONTVALE, N.J., Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz today reported its highest sales month of the year with 28,593 vehicles sold. Despite marginally lagging behind October 2013 (which was fueled by the launch of the company's new entry-level CLA) by 4.9%, the month's volume propelled the company to the highest October year-to-date sales in its history with 261,804 units, an increase of 6.8% from the 245,125 vehicles sold through the first 10 months of 2013. Adding retails of 19,925 for Sprinter Vans and 8,665 units at smart, up 17.4% and…

Toyota Motor Sales Reports 6.9 Percent Increase in October SUVs set October records Camry sales up 14% with launch of 2015 model Lexus posts 12th straight month of year-over-year gains TORRANCE, Calif. (November 3, 2014) – Toyota, Scion and Lexus today reported total October 2014 sales results of 180,580 units, an increase of 6.9 percent from October 2013. Toyota division posted October 2014 sales of 157,225 units, up 7.5 percent. “October vehicle sales were the best for the month in 10 years as an improving economy and lower gas prices drove strong SUV sales,” said Bill Fay, Toyota division group vice president and general manager. “At Toyota we also saw a bi…

BMW Group U.S. Reports October 2014 Sales BMW brand sales up 11 percent - Best October Ever MINI brand sales down 7 percent WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 11 percent in October for a total of 30,602 compared to 27,574 vehicles sold in October, 2013. Year-to-date, the BMW brand is up 12 percent on sales of 267,193 compared to 238,469 sold in the first ten months of 2013. "The momentum is still with us as shown by back-to-back monthly records for BMW in October and September," said Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America. "Our new models, especially the 2 and 4 Series, are giving BMW a great b…

Hyundai Motor America Reports October Sales All-new 2015 Genesis sedan sales up 53 percent CUV segment up 43 percent for the month FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced October sales of 50,081 units, down 6 percent versus the same period in 2013. "While we struggled in a couple of segments, our compact and midsize-CUV's continue to outpace the overall industry," said Bob Pradzinski, vice president of national sales. "Our all-new 2015 Genesis sedan continued its brisk pace, finishing up more than 50 percent for the month." Santa Fe and Tucson, Hyundai's CUV's, were up 7.6 percent and 78.2 percent, respectiv…

Kia Motors America Announces Record October Sales Soul EV Retail Deliveries Begin in California; Year-to-Date Sales Up 7.4 Percent IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the best third quarter performance in company history, Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced record October sales of 44,694 units, led by high demand for the U.S.-built* Optima midsize sedan and the iconic Soul with 11,840 and 10,685 vehicles sold, respectively. "Declining gas prices are bringing a steady supply of customers into the market, and our new products have played a role in the steady growth Kia has experienced this year," said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of…

MAZDA REPORTS OCTOBER 2014 SALES Mazda6 and CX-5 Set Monthly Sales Records IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported October U.S. sales of 18,798 vehicles, representing a decrease of 4.8 percent versus last year. Year-to-date sales through October are up 8.1 percent versus last year, with 240,228 vehicles sold. "We are encouraged by our year-to-date sales growth, and expect to see this trend continue through the end of the year," said Ron Stettner, vice president of sales, MNAO. "Mazda6 and CX-5 have both shown year-over-year gains in hotly competitive segments. Looking forward, we will be debuting the all-new …

Mitsubishi Motors Posts Eighth Consecutive Month Of Year-Over-Year Sales Increases Best October sales since 2008 Sales are up a full 30.5 percent from last October Best-ever October sales for Outlander Sport CYPRESS, Calif., Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) posted its eighth consecutive month of year-over-year sales increases thank to a strong sales month in October with vehicle sales through the month totaling 6,199 units, an exceptional 30.5 percent increase over the sales total from October 2013. The Outlander Sport 5-passenger compact crossover – the brand's best-selling vehicle – posted outstanding sales of 2,468 units …

Porsche Reports October Sales -- Up 11.2% for the Year Compared to 2013 U.S. Porsche dealers sell 3,667 vehicles in October, 39,033 year to date ATLANTA, Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor in the United States of the Porsche 918 Spyder, 911, Boxster, and Cayman sports cars, Macan and Cayenne SUVs, and the Panamera four-door sports sedan line-up, today announced October 2014 sales of 3,667 vehicles. For the year, PCNA has delivered 39,033 vehicles in the U.S., an increase of 11.2 percent over the same time period in 2013 (35,111). In October, there were 974 deliveries of 911 sports cars, which is a 30 percent…

Porsche Reports October Sales -- Up 11.2% for the Year Compared to 2013 U.S. Porsche dealers sell 3,667 vehicles in October, 39,033 year to date ATLANTA, Nov. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor in the United States of the Porsche 918 Spyder, 911, Boxster, and Cayman sports cars, Macan and Cayenne SUVs, and the Panamera four-door sports sedan line-up, today announced October 2014 sales of 3,667 vehicles. For the year, PCNA has delivered 39,033 vehicles in the U.S., an increase of 11.2 percent over the same time period in 2013 (35,111). In October, there were 974 deliveries of 911 sports cars, which is a 30 percent…

Volvo Announces October Sales ROCKLEIGH, N.J. (Nov. 3, 2014) - Volvo Cars of North America, LLC, (VCNA) reported U.S. sales of 3,972 units for the month of October, a 1.4 percent increase month-over-month. Year-to-date sales are down 8.2 percent versus the first ten months of 2013. The top seller for October was the XC60 crossover with 1,653 units sold, an increase of 32.9 percent versus October 2013. The S60 finished the month in second place with 1,127 units sold.

Canadians drove car sales to their highest-ever levels, with 1.849 million vehicles sold in 2014. Dealers were especially merry at the end of the year, with certain automakers experiencing record December sales. Of note, 2014’s pickup truck sales accelerated nearly 20% over 2013’s numbers (83,391 vs 69,788). Despite repeated warnings about record personal debt levels, Canadians continued to feel good about their economic prospects. Earlier in 2014, Canada’s middle class usurped America’s as the wealthiest in the world. Automotive analysts are expecting the momentum to continue. However, reduced oil prices could temper 2015, impacting resource-based provinces includin…

Audi set multiple U.S. sales records with 23.1% gain in June - New sales records established for June, second quarter, and first six months of any year - June marks the 42nd consecutive record month of sales, with 16,867 vehicles sold - Best month for all-new Audi A3 Sedan; sales of premium segment vehicles remain strong HERNDON, Va., July 1, 2014 – Audi reported June 2014 sales of 16,867 vehicles, a 23.1% improvement that stands as the brand’s 42nd consecutive month of record monthly sales. The second quarter of 2014 also set a record with 49,121 vehicles sold. Audi sales year-to-date increased 13.6% to 84,349 vehicles sold with the January through June 2014 pe…

GM’s Truck Sales Climbed 18 percent in August Chevrolet and GMC large SUV sales up 38 percent Chevrolet Silverado up 13 percent; GMC Sierra up 10 percent 10th consecutive month of commercial sales growth Total sales up 2 percent adjusted for selling days DETROIT – General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) dealers delivered 272,423 vehicles in the United States in August, led by an 18 percent increase in truck sales compared to a year ago, a 10 percent increase in GMC deliveries and a 30 percent increase in commercial sales. Total deliveries were down 1 percent compared with last August, which was GM’s best sales month of 2013. Retail deliveries, which are sales to individual c…

Chrysler Group LLC Reports June 2014 U.S. Sales Increased 9 Percent; Best June Sales Since 2007 51st-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains Jeep®, Dodge, Ram Truck, and FIAT brands each post sales gains in June compared with same month a year ago Jeep brand sales up 28 percent; best ever sales for the month of June Ram pickup truck sales up 12 percent; best June sales in 10 years Six Chrysler Group vehicles set sales records in June Ram Truck brand unveils 2015 Ram ProMaster City compact van at Chelsea Proving Grounds July 1, 2014 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 171,086 units, a 9 percent increase compared with sales …

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nissan Group today announced total U.S. sales for August 2014 of 134,388 units, an increase of 11.5 percent over the prior year and an August record. Nissan highlights: Nissan Division set an August record with 125,224 sales in the month, an increase of 15.3 percent. Nissan has posted year-over-year increases in retail sales for 22 consecutive months. Rogue sales were the best of any month in the history of the nameplate at 21,419, an increase of 24 percent over the previous August. Nissan LEAF set an all-time monthly record with 3,186 sales, an increase of 31.7 percent. Altima sales set an August record with 32,153 in August, up 3.8 percent over …

FORD FUSION POSTS BEST JUNE EVER; FORD TRANSIT CONNECT ACHIEVES BEST MONTH EVER, AS NEW TRANSIT VAN SALES BEGIN Fusion has best June sales results since its launch in 2005 Transit Connect posts its best-ever monthly sales results Ford initiates sale of its all-new Transit van Ford Motor Company U.S. sales of 222,064 vehicles for June decline 6 percent compared with last year DEARBORN, Mich., July 1, 2014 – Ford Motor Company June 2014 U.S. sales of 222,064 vehicles declined 6 percent from a year ago. Retail sales of 145,989 vehicles declined 5 percent, while fleet sales of 76,075 vehicles declined 7 percent. “Both the Fusion and Transit Connect set records in June,…

Audi achieves best month ever in history of U.S. sales - August stands as the 44th consecutive month of record U.S. sales - Sales for the most recent month rose 22.1% to 17,101 vehicles - Best month of sales for Audi Certified pre-owned vehicles HERNDON, Va., September 3, 2014 – Audi achieved the best month ever in AoA sales history in August 2014. This month’s record sales increased to 22.1% to 17,101 vehicles, a total that stands as the 44th consecutive month of record monthly U.S. sales for the brand. Audi U.S. sales year-to-date have increased 14.5% to 116,066 vehicles. Audi has maintained steady momentum throughout 2014, with the best-ever August result…

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA REPORTS AUGUST 2014 SALES August sales total 35,181 units The all-new Golf delivered 1,773 units for the month, marking a 17.3 percent increase in sales for the model over the previous August The Golf GTI delivered 2,026 units, a 46.7 percent increase Passat delivered 9,190 units for the month Jetta sedan delivered 13,406 units for the month Tiguan delivered 2,151 units for the month High-mileage, TDI® Clean Diesel models accounted for 8,182 units, representing 23.3 percent of sales in August Year-to-date TDI sales were 57,384, representing 23.4 percent of sales Passat TDI sales were 2,767, representing 30.1 percent of sales of the vehicle Herndon…

Mazda North American Operations - Up 16.5% (26,208 Vehicles Sold This Month; 156,431 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mitsubishi Motors North America - Up 13.7% (6,021 Vehicles Sold This Month; 39,762 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Porsche Cars North America, Inc. - Up 10.9% (4,102 Vehicles Sold This Month; 22,919 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chrysler Group LLC - Up 9% (171,086 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,020,123 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mercedes-Benz USA - Up 8.2% (29,380 Vehicles Sold This Month; 167,754 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Audi of America - Up 7.2% (16,867 Vehicles Sold This Month; 84,349 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) BMW Group U.S. - Up 5…

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA REPORTS JUNE 2014 SALES June sales total 28,827 units Golf GTI delivered 1,927 units for the month, the best month since March 2006 Passat delivered 7,222 units for the month Jetta sedan delivered 10,102 units for the month Tiguan delivered 2,416 units for the month High-mileage, TDI® Clean Diesel models accounted for 6,456 units, representing 22.4 percent of sales in June Year-to-date TDI sales were 42,140, representing 23.5 percent of sales Passat TDI sales were 2,316, representing 32.1 percent of sales of the vehicle marking the best year-to-date ever Herndon, VA (July 1, 2014) — Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) today reported 28,827 units …

Maserati North America, Inc. Reports Most Successful Sales Month in its History with Record 312% Gain YTD ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Sept. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh off the heels of California's Monterey Car Week – where the Trident celebrated its 100th Anniversary with the North American debut of the stunning Alfieri GT concept – Maserati strikes again by reporting its most successful month ever with (1,274 units) sold. Throughout the year, Maserati North America, Inc. has maintained strong sales momentum, with 2014 sales already surpassing total sales of 2012 and 2013 combined. August closed with a record 268% increase compared to the same month last year and a 312…