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Another piece of the puzzle has been announced for the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon. General Motors announced this afternoon pricing for their two new midsize trucks. The Colorado will come in at $20,995 (includes a $895 destination charge) and the Canyon will start at $21,880 (includes a $925 destination charge). Standard equipment on both models include a 2.5L DI four-cylinder engine with 200 horsepower and six-speed manual. The Colorado gets power windows with express up for the driver, a backup camera, and a locking tailgate. Canyon's standard equipment includes four-way power driver’s seat, CornerStep rear bumper, and sixteen-inch aluminum wheels. There will be a number of configurations and options available for both trucks including the 3.6L DI V6, extended and crew cab models; six-speed automatic transmission, forward collision alert, and OnStar 4G LTE. General Motors say the Colorado and Canyon will be available at dealers later this fall. More details on pricing and fuel economy numbers will be revealed closer to the sales date. Source: General Motors William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached at [email protected] you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster. Press Release is on Page 2 2015 Chevrolet Colorado Starts at $20,995 Includes extended cab, 200-horsepower 2.5L engine, 6-speed manual transmission DETROIT – Suggested retail prices for the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado extended-cab pickup will start at $20,995, including an $895 dealer freight charge, Chevrolet announced today. Standard features will include a 200-horsepower 2.5L four-cylinder engine with direct fuel injection and continuously variable valve timing for strong midrange torque; a 6-speed manual transmission; power windows with express up for the driver; a rear-vision camera with dynamic guide lines; and a locking tailgate. “Colorado is an all-new midsize pickup that offers truck customers great versatility and great value,” said Tony Johnson, Colorado marketing manager. “It will also have strong appeal for people who know they want a truck, but want one that is easier to maneuver in traffic and easier to park at work or at home.” Available options will include a 305-horsepower 3.6L V-6, also with direct fuel injection and variable valve timing; a 6-speed automatic transmission; 4G LTE with a built-in WiFi hotspot; Forward Collision Alert and Land Departure Warning; and the GearOn™ accessory system, a comprehensive solution for organizing and carrying bikes, paddle boards and other equipment. Colorado customers can chose from two cab configurations, extended-cab and crew-cab. Crew-cab Colorados will offer a choice of 5- or 6-foot boxes; extended-cab models come with the 6-foot box. Other Colorado models also will offer great value. For example, the Colorado LT crew cab with 2WD and the 5-foot box has a starting price, including dealer freight, of $27,985. The Colorado Z71 crew cab 4x4 with the 5-foot box starts at $34,990. Colorado will be available in Chevrolet dealerships nationwide in the fall of 2014. Detailed pricing and EPA fuel economy estimates will be available closer to launch. 2015 GMC Canyon Pricing Starts at $21,880 Signature LED lighting, rear vision camera among standard equipment DETROIT – Pricing for the all-new 2015 GMC Canyon mid-size pickup will start at $21,880, including a $925 dealer freight charge, GMC announced today. “The all-new Canyon provides a one-two punch that customers tell us they’ve been waiting for,” said Canyon Marketing Manager Kenn Bakowski. “Now they can get a premium vehicle in terms of styling, features and technology, with all the inherent capabilities and maneuverability of a mid-size pickup.” Standard equipment on the Canyon includes the 2.5L I-4 Direct Injected engine, rated at 200 horsepower, signature light-emitting diode, or LED, lighting, four-way power driver’s seat, CornerStep rear bumper, and 16-inch aluminum wheels. Additional models will bring additional value – beginning with the SLE trim level, with prices starting at $27,520 (2WD extended cab), Canyon customers get aluminum interior trim, soft-touch instrument panel and door pads, EZ-lift and lower tailgate, eight-inch diagonal color-touch radio with Intellilink, and OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot with a three-month or three-GB trial (whichever comes first). A 4WD Canyon SLT crew cab short box model starts at $37,875, and includes the 3.6L V-6 engine with 305 horsepower, leather-appointed seating, automatic climate control, 18-inch polished cast-aluminum wheels, remote start and an automatic locking rear differential. Available options include the 3.6L V-6 engine with direct injection and variable valve timing, a six-speed automatic transmission, Bose premium seven-speaker audio system, and the GearOn™ accessory system, a comprehensive solution for organizing and carrying bikes, kayaks and other equipment. Canyon customers will have multiple cab and bed configurations to choose from, including extended cab models with a 6-foot 2-inch box, or crew cab models with either the 6-foot 2-inch or a 5-foot 2-inch box. Additionally, every 2015 Canyon comes with Pro Grade Protection, which, in addition to a five-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, includes two years or 24,000 miles – whichever comes first – of standard scheduled maintenance. The new Canyon will be in dealerships this fall. Detailed pricing information and EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings will be announced closer to vehicle availability. View full article

I think more Audi since they had S for awhile. BMW and Cadillac have only introduced their 'middle performance' vehicles in the past couple of years or so.

Audi has S and BMW has M Performance. According to Autocar, Mercedes-Benz is working on its own performance sub-brand. Named AMG Sport, this sub-brand will offer improved gas and diesel engines, suspensions, wider tracks, reprogrammed electronics, and more. “We have identified growing demand for our more overtly sporting models, both in petrol and diesel guises. We intend to extend our range with a new line of models developed in partnership with AMG,” said a source. The first model from this sub-brand is the C450 AMG Sport which takes the standard C400's turbocharged 3.0L V6 and increases power from 329 to 367 horsepower. Other AMG Sport models from the A to the S-Class are being worked on. Source: Autocar William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached at [email protected] or you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster. View full article

There are times when a spy photographer gets more than they bargained for. Most of the time, it involves an engineer chasing them away from their test mule. But sometimes, they catch something spectacular. Case in point are new shots of the next-generation F-Series Super Duty catching on fire while undergoing hot-weather testing in Death Valley. Before we go any further, it needs to be stated that no one was injured in this fire. The two engineers who were driving the truck were able to get out and find their way to safety. Judging from the pictures, it appears the fire started in the driver-side front wheel well and then spread. The spy photographer who caught the pictures said it took 21 minutes for the fire to burn completely to the ground. We can tell that the next version will utilize aluminum and magnesium. This is evident by the aluminum droppings around the road and the huge spark when the fire lit the magnesium on fire. In a statement to Autoblog, Ford says they are investigating into the cause of the fire. Source: Autoblog William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached at [email protected] or you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster. View full article

Motor Trend had the chance to speak with Chrysler president and CEO Al Gardner about the upcoming crossover for the brand. Announced in Fiat Chrysler Automobile's five-year plan, the new crossover will be coming out in 2016. Gardner explained that the new crossover would be going head to head with such models as the Chevrolet Traverse and Toyota Highlander. As for the new crossover itself, Gardner said it would use a front-wheel drive platform, with the option of all-wheel drive and a V6 engine. Gardner also talked about the need to build more models off of existing platform to help maximize their investment. This leads Motor Trend to speculate that the new crossover will utilize the platform from the new minivans. Source: Motor Trend William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached at [email protected] or you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster. View full article

Volkswagen of America Reports July 2014 Sales July sales total 30,553 units Golf GTI delivered 1,727 units for the month, marking a 39.7 percent increase in sales for the model over the previous July Passat delivered 8,668 units for the month Jetta sedan delivered 11,008 units for the month Tiguan delivered 2,121units for the month High-mileage, TDI® Clean Diesel models accounted for 7,062 units, representing 23.1 percent of sales in July Year-to-date TDI sales were 49,202, representing 23.5 percent of sales Passat TDI sales were 2,442, representing 28.2 percent of sales of the vehicle Herndon, VA (August 1, 2014) — Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) today reported 30,553 units delivered in July. The all-new Golf GTI is continuing its strong start with 1,727 vehicles delivered in July. The seventh generation GTI has earned high praise, including being named the winner to the Cars.com/USA Today/MotorWeek “Cheap Speed Challenge.” The challenge focused on compact coupes, sedans and hatchbacks that cost less than $30,000 and come with features popular among drivers looking for performance in a new car. In addition, the GTI triumphed over fierce competition to win a recent MotorTrend comparison test, taking top honors in the compact car segment. The all-new 2015 Golf TSI and TDI Clean Diesel models recently hit showrooms and will see a full month of sales in August. “We’re thrilled with the early response to the all-new 2015 Golf GTI, which has already racked up some impressive accolades in both enthusiast and mainstream publications," said Mark McNabb, chief operating officer, Volkswagen of America. “With the continued roll-out of the Golf family, including the Golf TDI Clean Diesel, the turbocharged TSI model and the upcoming e-Golf this fall, we are confident we will see more showroom traffic at our dealers in the weeks and months ahead." The Chattanooga-built Passat totaled 8,668 units delivered for the month. In July the Passat TDI, the only clean diesel in the midsize sedan segment, delivered 2,442 clean diesels or 28.2 percent of total Passat sales. Last month Volkswagen announced they will be investing approximately US$900 million in the production of a newly developed, seven-passenger SUV at the Chattanooga, Tennessee manufacturing facility. The investment will create 2,000 additional jobs in the US and includes the establishment of a National Research & Development and Planning Center in Chattanooga. Production of the new vehicle will start at the end of 2016. Total Jetta deliveries for June, including SportWagen, accounted for 13,142 units. The Tiguan and Touareg delivered 2,121 and 581 units respectively.

JAGUAR LAND ROVER REPORTS U.S. SALES FOR JULY 2014 Jaguar Land Rover North America sales increase 3 percent in July, for its best July sales month result since 2005 High performance models, Jaguar F-TYPE and Land Rover Range Rover Sport, drive sales growth Land Rover brand has its best July sales month since 2005 Range Rover Sport July sales increase 115 percent Jaguar F-TYPE lineup, now featuring Coupe and Convertible models, increase 47 percent for its best month since hitting market (MAHWAH, NJ) - August 1, 2014 - Jaguar Land Rover North America today reported July 2014 U.S. sales: Land Rover sales reached 4,643 units, up 15 percent from 4,050 units in July 2013; Jaguar sales were 1,187 units, down 26 percent from 1,613 units in July 2013. Jaguar Land Rover North America July U.S. sales for both brands hit 5,830 units, a 3 percent increase from 5663 units in July 2013, and are up 11 percent for the year. "Jaguar Land Rover in the U.S. had its best July since 2005 driven by our highest performance models, the F-TYPE, which had its best month ever, and the increasingly popular Range Rover Sport,” said Joe Eberhardt, President and CEO, Jaguar Land Rover North America. U.S. BRAND HIGHLIGHTS Land Rover The all new Range Rover Sport had its highest July sales in 9 years hitting 1,614 units, up 115 percent from 752 in July, 2013. The new Range Rover Sport has received multiple awards for its breadth of capability including Petersen’s 4-Wheel & Off-Road ‘4x4 of the year’ and Road & Track’s ‘Best Cars’ list in the SUV category. For the year, the all new Range Rover Sport is up 44 percent. Jaguar For the month of July, the Jaguar F-TYPE lineup had its highest volume month since hitting the market in 2013 with 501 sales, up 47 percent from 341 units in July, 2013. The F-TYPE Coupe was introduced at the Los Angeles International Automobile Show in November and arrived in showrooms this summer. For the year, the Jaguar brand is up 1 percent.

BMW Group U.S. Reports July 2014 Sales BMW brand sales up 9.8 percent - best July ever MINI brand sales down 2.3 percent WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Aug. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported July sales of 32,220 vehicles, an increase of 7.4 percent from the 29,993 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) is up 5.4 percent on sales of 213,754 in the first seven months of 2014 compared to 202,780 in the same period in 2013. BMW Brand Sales – Best July Ever Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 9.8 percent in July for a total of 26,409 compared to 24,043 vehicles sold in July, 2013. Year-to-date, the BMW brand is up 11.7 percent on sales of 183,791 compared to 164,474 sold in the first seven months of 2013. "The sales momentum that's been building all year reached its year-to-date peak in July, setting a new BMW record for the month," said Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America. "There's certainly more to come, especially with the new X4 and 4 Series Gran Coupe now hitting the market and our revolutionary hybrid-electric BMW i8 on the horizon." MINI Brand Sales For July, MINI USA reports 5,811 automobiles, a decrease of 2.3 percent from the 5,950 sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, MINI USA reported a sales total of 29,963 automobiles, a decrease of 21.8 percent from the 38,306 automobiles sold in the first seven months of 2013.

Toyota Is No. 1 Retail Manufacturer In July 2014 Lexus reports best-ever July; RAV4 sets all-time sales record TORRANCE, Calif., Aug. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota, Scion and Lexus today reported total July 2014 sales results of 215,802 units, an increase of 7.3 percent from July 2013 on a daily selling rate (DSR). On a raw-volume basis, unadjusted for 26 selling days in July 2014 versus 25 selling days in July 2013, sales increased 11.6 percent over the year-ago month. Toyota division posted July 2014 sales of 188,469 units, up 6.4 percent year-over-year on a DSR basis. Volume-wise, Toyota division sales increased 10.6 percent over July 2013. "Rising consumer confidence, coupled with momentum in the marketplace, boosted auto sales in July," said Bill Fay, Toyota division group vice president and general manager. "Led by an all-time record month for RAV4 and double-digit gains for both Camry and Corolla, Toyota was the number one retail brand." Lexus reported July sales of 27,333 units, a 14.1 percent increase on a DSR basis and an 18.7 percent increase on a raw-volume basis, both year-over-year. "Lexus dealers turned in their best July results ever thanks to some hot products, a nationwide marketing program and the strength of the overall luxury market," said Jeff Bracken, Lexus group vice president and general manager. "Six of the eight Lexus models posted gains for the month." Other Highlights: Camry up about 15 percent with sales of nearly 40,000 units All-new Corolla up 26 percent with sales of almost 31,000 units Prius posts sales of 20,675 units Toyota light trucks post best-ever July, up over 15 percent All-new RAV4 up over 37 percent, posts best-ever month All-new Highlander up 4 percent 4Runner up 64.5 percent All-new Tundra up 5 percent for the month Tacoma posts sales of over 13,000 units All-new Lexus IS increased about 25 percent Lexus ES posts sales of more than 6,000 units Lexus GS up over 16 percent Lexus luxury utility vehicles up over 23 percent Lexus RX up 14.5 percent Lexus GX posts triple-digit gains for the ninth month in a row

Mitsubishi Motors Continues Sales Momentum Best July and year-to-date sales in three years, Outlander Sport leads the way with its best ever July sales month CYPRESS, Calif., Aug. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) experienced another strong month in July with sales of 6,349 units, a 21.4 percent increase over the sales total from July 2013. The stylish and American-made Outlander Sport 5-passenger compact crossover/SUV was the brand's volume leader with sales of 2,610 units in July – its best July sales month since the model was launched back in 2010. The award-winning and extremely fuel-efficient Mirage 5-door sub-compact saw sales of 1,593 units for the month, marking July as the second best sales month for the model since its debut last September. "Our year-to-date sales are up by nearly 29 percent over the same period from last year thanks to strong sales of our core models," said Don Swearingen, MMNA Executive Vice President of Sales. "This sustained sales momentum is a good indicator for the brand as we begin to launch our 2015 models." Other highlights of July sales include: Total Mitsubishi sales are up 28.9 percent year-to-date Sales of the Outlander 7-passenger crossover/SUV are up 25.4 percent year-to-date Lancer Evolution sales are up 10.0 percent year-to-date Outlander Sport sales are up 23.5 percent year-to-date

Mercedes-Benz July Sales Hit All-Time High of 27,192 Units, Up 15% Sprinter up 15.6%; smart sees best-ever month up 57.1% MONTVALE, N.J., Aug. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported the highest July retail volumes in its history with 30,757 units sold across the Mercedes-Benz, Sprinter and smart model lines, representing a 16.4% increase from the 26,423 vehicles sold the same month last year. July sales for the Mercedes-Benz brand alone totaled 27,192, up 15%, bringing year-to-date volumes to a record 178,816. Adding year-to-date sales of 13,697 for Sprinter Vans and 5,998 at smart, MBUSA delivered a best-ever year-to-date grand total of 198,511. "Adding July to our unbroken string of record months, we're driving toward another banner year for the brand," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "We've got two game-changing models in the wings with the launch of our all-new 2015 C-Class later this month, followed by a sporty new entry-level SUV, the GLA, this fall. Stay tuned." July sales for the Mercedes-Benz brand were led by the C-, E- and GLK-Class model lines. The E-Class topped the list with sales of 6,648, up 18.6% from July 2013, followed by 5,700 units for the C-Class, which enters an all-new generation for model year 2015. The current entry-level Mercedes-Benz SUV, the GLK-Class, rounded out the top three with sales of 3,870, an increase of 39.2% from the same month last year. At the high end, the S-Class hit its 10th consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains since the new generation launched in late 2014, up 232.8% in July with 1,920 units. Both the Sprinter and smart model lines delivered double-digit gains in July. Sprinter Vans posted July volumes of 2,214, rising 15.6% from the 1,915 units sold during the same month last year. The smart brand achieved its best sales month ever since joining the MBUSA portfolio with monthly retails of 1,351, a 57.1% increase from July 2013. Mercedes-Benz AMG high-performance models posted sales of 868 in July, up 87.1%, with year-to-date volumes increasing 77.2% to 6,488. Sales of the company's BlueTEC diesel models totaled 1,118 for the month, up 27.2%, with year-to-date volumes reaching 9,284. Separately, Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) recorded sales volumes of 9,114 vehicles in July, up 14.3% compared to the 7,976 units sold during the same month last year. On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 66,686 units, an increase of 17% from the 56,980 vehicles sold through July 2013.

American Honda Reports July 2014 Sales 08/01/2014 - TORRANCE, Calif. Honda Accord posts best July sales in five years Honda CR-V mints all-time July record Acura MDX posts best July sales in four years, setting a new monthly record American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported July 2014 Honda and Acura vehicle sales of 135,908 units. The Honda division posted sales of 123,428 units in July while Acura sold 12,480 units in the same period. Year-to-date American Honda sales reached 875,344 units. Honda In a month of bests, Accord, the brand's top-selling model, finished its best July in five years, CR-V posted its best July sales ever and the all-new Fit had its best month of the year so far. Accord had its seventh straight month above 30,000 sales with 35,073 July sales, up 11.3 percent. CR-V, the nation's best-selling utility vehicle through June, broke a July record for the second consecutive year, bringing its year-to-date sales to 28,522, up 4.8 percent. With dealer supplies continuing to build, the all-new 2015 Fit posted its strongest monthly sales so far this year with 5,115 units, up 1.3 percent vs. July 2013 and up 38.3 percent over June 2014 sales. "The CR-V continues to cement its place as America's favorite and best-selling SUV with yet another record month of sales," said Jeff Conrad, Honda division senior vice president and general manager. "Combined with Accord, which is on its way to become the most popular car in the U.S. for a second straight year, Honda once again has the vehicles of choice in two of the biggest market classes." Acura Overall Acura sales reflect a virtual sell out of prior TL and TSX models as the company prepared for launch of the 2015 TLX line of luxury performance sedans, which is now underway nationwide. MDX, America's all-time best-selling 3-row luxury SUV, was the brand's best-selling model, besting a year-old July record. All-new 2015 TLX is arriving at dealers now. MDX July sales rose 13.2 percent on sales of 6,283 units, setting a new July record and combined with RDX, set a new July record for light trucks. "Our July sales were definitely impacted by a lack of sedan availability as we sold out of TSX and TL," said Mike Accavitti, Acura division senior vice president and general manager. "We're confident that the all-new TLX luxury performance sedan, arriving at dealers now, will quickly remedy the situation and drive Acura sales growth through the second half of the year."

Porsche Reports June Sales - up 12.6% over 2013 Porsche dealers sell 4,300 cars ATLANTA, Aug. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor in the United States of Porsche 918 Spyder, 911, Boxster and Cayman sports cars, Macan and Cayenne SUVs and the Panamera four-door sports sedan line-up, today announced July 2014 sales of 4,300 vehicles. During the first seven months of 2014, PCNA has delivered 27,219 vehicles in the U.S., an increase of 8.3 percent over last year (25,129). July was noteworthy for a number of reasons aside from setting another monthly sales record. "We just announced the arrival of the new generation of our Cayenne range this fall, including the first plug-in hybrid in the premium SUV segment," said Detlev von Platen, President and CEO, Porsche Cars North America. "So it is gratifying to recognize that the current Cayenne hasn't lost its appeal and keeps up its sales momentum." The attractiveness of Porsche products doesn't stop with the Cayenne. Last month the sports car manufacturer was recognized as the number one brand in this year's J.D. Power and Associates APEAL Study for the tenth consecutive year with the Cayenne, 911, and Boxster garnering top honors in their respective segments. Deliveries of 1,546 Cayenne SUVs in July were on par with last year's sales of 1,563. The sporty Macan recorded July sales of 952 and has reached a share of over ten percent of the year's total sales volume in only its third month on the market. Finally, the limited edition super sports car 918 Spyder was delivered to the very first U.S. customers with the numbers expected to increase over the coming months. Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicle sales in the U.S. were 996 for July 2014, an increase of 23 percent from the same period last year.

Maserati North America, Inc. Reports Top July Sales in its History 315.6% Percent sales gain posted in July, compared with same month one year ago Triple digits sales surge; Ghibli and Quattroporte spearhead strong momentum of continued sales growth Dealership network expands with five new additions this July Alfieri sports coupe concept to debut in Monterey, CA ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Aug.1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Maserati North America, Inc. continues to shatter records, today registering (1172 retail units) sold representing the strongest July sales month in the brand's one-hundred year history. This reflects a significant 315 % percent increase compared to July 2013 (with sales of 282 units), driven by the Quattroporte and Ghibli sedans. Maserati North America, Inc. is on target to rapidly expand its dealer network. The expansion includes the addition of five new dealerships in July totaling 97 dealerships today, including Virginia Beach (VA), Arlington (VA), Kirkland (WA), Louisville (KY) and Greenville (SC). In total, the dealer body is expected to include nearly 120 dealerships by the end of the year. Peter Grady, President & CEO of Maserati North America, Inc. is determined for North America to remain the brand's global market leader. The development of the Maserati product range to include models that compete in product segments new to the brand – including the recently introduced Ghibli midsize performance sedan (E Segment) – is likewise a centerpiece to the Trident's burgeoning future. The Maserati Alfieri 2+2 concept, the precursor for a new production model that will compete in the high-performance coupe segment, will make its North American debut at Monterey Car Week on the California coast in August. The Alfieri is a fully-functional prototype that signals the design DNA of Maserati's future, providing a preview of Maserati's imminent innovations and further evidence of the brand's strategic production plan. Today, at the brand's century mark, Maserati is recognized as a global automotive player at the strongest position of its lifetime with an expanding product line, all-time high sales records and a prosperous future.

August 1, 2014 Subaru Reports July 2014 As Best-Ever Sales Month All-time monthly sales record of 45,714 1.1 Million Forester sales to date and best Forester month ever Best July ever for Outback, Legacy sedan and BRZ 100,000th XV Crosstrek sold to date and best XV Crosstrek month ever 12 straight months of 10,000+ Forester sales Fifth consecutive month that Subaru brand sales exceed 40,000 sales 32nd consecutive month of year-over-year growth Cherry Hill, N.J. - Subaru of America, Inc. today reported 45,714 vehicle sales for July 2014, a 27 percent increase over July 2013 sales of 35,994. July marks the best-ever sales month in company history, breaking the previous record set in March 2014 (44,479). Year-to-date Subaru sales totaled 283,722 – an 18 percent increase over the same period in 2013. The company has now seen 32 consecutive months of year-over-year growth and is already on its way to its sixth successive annual sales record. The Forester and XV Crosstrek model lines both contributed significantly to the company’s strong July result while posting best-ever monthly sales records. The Outback, Legacy and BRZ model lines were also notably strong. Subaru expects the sales momentum to continue now that the all-new 2015 Outback and Legacy models have begun arriving at retailers. “July delivered a spectacular record result,” said Thomas J. Doll, president and chief operating officer, Subaru of America, Inc. “Our retailers did an amazing job selling more cars than they had on the ground at the start of the month.” “With the all-new Legacy and Outback models arriving at retailers and most of the model year change over complete, we can expect a very positive end to the year.” said Jeffrey A. Walters, senior vice president of sales.

Hyundai Motor America Reports Best Ever July Sales Sonata Hybrid has Best Month Ever Premium Models up More than 9 Percent FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America, recently ranked the highest non-premium brand in J.D. Power's APEAL and IQS reports, posted its best July sales ever. Sales for the month were 67,011 units, up 1.5 percent compared with the same period in 2013. The Sonata had another strong month with sales of 22,577 up 19 percent while the Santa Fe recorded sales of 8,655, up 26 percent. "As the summer weather heated up across the country, so did the selling season," said Bob Pradzinski, vice president of national sales, Hyundai Motor America. "With 2015 models beginning to hit showrooms, incentive spend up across major brands and competitive financing available, it's a buyers' market that many shoppers took advantage of." The 2015 Genesis and Equus, Hyundai's premium models, both saw sales gains for the month, up 5 percent and 76 percent, respectively.

Mazda Records Best July Sales In 21 Years IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported July U.S. sales of 29,238 vehicles, representing an increase of 17.1 percent versus last year. Year-to-date sales through July are up 9.3 percent versus last year, with 185,669 vehicles sold. "Mazda3, Mazda6 and CX-5 continue to show strong gains month after month as more and more customers realize the benefits of SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY," said Ron Stettner, vice president of sales, MNAO. "Mazda hasn't sold this many vehicles in the month of July since 1993. A big part of that success is building the brand and showing customers that buying a Mazda isn't buying an economy car on discount, it is buying a near-premium experience for a great value." Key July sales notes: July 2014 marked Mazda's best July since 1993 (21 years) with 29,238 vehicles sold and an increase of 17.1 percent year-over-year (YOY). The 2014 Mazda3 accounted for 9,381 vehicles sold and an increase of 1.6 percent YOY, making it the best July for Mazda3 since 2010. Mazda CX-5 saw its best July ever with 9,109 vehicles sold and an increase of 16.4 percent YOY. Mazda6 recorded its best July in eight years (2006) with 5,049 vehicles sold, an increase of 46.5 percent YOY. SKYACTIV® TECHNOLOGY proves to be the key between performance and fuel efficiency as customers demand a no compromise solution. More than 80.0 percent of Mazdas sold in July were equipped with SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY. Mazda's Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales reported July sales of 3,637 vehicles, up 12.0 percent YOY. Year-to-date sales CPO sales are up 15 percent versus last year, with 24,289 vehicles sold. Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported July sales of 3,610 vehicles, up 26.0 percent versus July of last year and the 18th consecutive month of YOY growth. July 2014 also marked a sales milestone for MMdM as they reached 200,000 total vehicle sales in their history.

Kia Motors America Announces Record July Sales Year-to-Date Sales Up 7.2 Percent Over 2013 IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Coming off the best first half sales performance in company history, Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced record July sales of 52,309 units, a 6.7 percent increase over the same period last year. After launching seven all-new or significantly redesigned vehicles in 2013, Kia's year-to-date sales are up 7.2 percent, and the brand's aggressive new product cadence will continue this quarter with the scheduled launches of the all-new Sedona and Soul EV. Since arriving in 2009, U.S. sales of the iconic Soul have exceeded the 500,000 unit mark, and the wildly popular urban passenger vehicle recently topped the Compact MPV segment in the J.D. Power APEAL Study for the third straight year. "Kia's 20th anniversary in the U.S. has included a number of historic milestones and achievements resulting from one of the freshest and most wide-ranging lineups in the industry as well as our unyielding commitment to delivering world-class quality," said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of sales and marketing, KMA. "As Kia's units-in-operation count continues to grow, so does the level of recognition from highly regarded industry experts and consumers who have experienced the extraordinary design, technology, safety and value we offer, from subcompact to luxury."

Odd, I thought it would come with the vehicle chart. Give me a moment or two to pull that up. Update: Vehicle chart has been posted.

Aug. 1, 2014 Nissan Group reports July 2014 U.S. sales NASHVILLE, Tennessee – Nissan Group today announced total U.S. sales for July 2014 of 121,452 units, an increase of 11.4 percent over the prior year and a July record. Nissan highlights: Nissan Division set a July record with 112,914 sales in the month, an increase of 11.5 percent. This marks a monthly record for the Nissan division in 16 of the last 17 months. Sales of the all-electric Nissan LEAF set a July record at 3,019, marking an increase of 62 percent over the previous year. Versa subcompact sales were up 73.5 percent to 15,630, also a July record. Sentra sales totaled 17,579 in July, up 53.7 percent. Rogue sales remained strong in July at 16,618. So far in 2014, Rogue sales have increased 20.7 percent. Total sales of the Nissan Commercial Vehicles lineup, including NV200, NV Cargo and NV Passenger vans, increased 79.3 percent in July. Infiniti today reported U.S. sales of 8,538 vehicles in July, an increase of 10.0 percent versus 7,762 vehicles a year earlier. Sales of Infiniti's sports sedans, which include the new Infiniti Q50 and the G37, saw a combined total of 4,755 vehicles in July, a 25.7 percent increase. The QX80 full-size luxury also had another strong month with 952, sales, up 22.1 percent.

Maserati North America, Inc. - Up 315.6% (1,172 Vehicles Sold This Month; 6,574 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Subaru of America, Inc. - Up 27% (45,714 Vehicles Sold This Month; 283,722 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mitsubishi Motors North America - Up 21.4% (6,349 Vehicles Sold This Month; 46,021 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chrysler Group LLC - Up 20% (167,667 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,187,790 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mazda North American Operations - Up 17.1% (29,238 Vehicles Sold This Month; 185,669 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mercedes-Benz USA - Up 16.4% (30,757 Vehicles Sold This Month; 198,511 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Porsche Cars North America, Inc. - Up 12.6% (4,300 Vehicles Sold This Month; 27,219 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Audi of America - Up 11.9% (14,616 Vehicles Sold This Month; 98,965 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Toyota Motor Sales - Up 11.6% (215,082 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,381,409 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Nissan North America - Up 11.4% (121,452 Vehicles Sold This Month; 825,929 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ford Motor Company - Up 9.6% (212,236 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,482,268 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) General Motors Co. - Up 9.4% (256,160 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,712,028 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) BMW Group U.S. - Up 7.4% (32,220 Vehicles Sold This Month; 213,754 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Kia Motors America - Up 6.7% (52,309 Vehicles Sold This Month; 349,722 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jaguar Land Rover North America - Up 2.9% (5,830 Vehicles Sold This Month; 40,333 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Hyundai Motor America - Up 1.5% (67,011 Vehicles Sold This Month; 431,445 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) American Honda Motor Co. - Down 3.9% (135,908 Vehicles Sold This Month; 875,344 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volkswagen of America - Down 14.6% (30,533 Vehicles Sold This Month; 209,697 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volvo Cars of North America, LLC - Brands: Maserati - Up 315.6% (1,172 Vehicles Sold This Month; 6,574 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Smart - Up 57.1% (1,351 Vehicles Sold This Month; 5,998 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jeep - Up 41% (59,588 Vehicles Sold This Month; 392,390 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Subaru - Up 27% (45,714 Vehicles Sold This Month; 283,722 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) GMC - Up 22% (48,081 Vehicles Sold This Month; 280,452 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mitsubishi - Up 21.4% (6,349 Vehicles Sold This Month; 46,021 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Lexus - Up 18.7% (27,333 Vehicles Sold This Month; 166,022 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ram - Up 18% (37,699 Vehicles Sold This Month; 252,056 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mazda - Up 17.1% (29,238 Vehicles Sold This Month; 185,669 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chrysler - Up 17% (23,455 Vehicles Sold This Month; 164,523 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Sprinter - Up 15.6% (2,214 Vehicles Sold This Month; 13,697 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mercedes-Benz - Up 15% (27,192 Vehicles Sold This Month; 178,816 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Land Rover - Up 14.6% (4,643 Vehicles Sold This Month; 30,829 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Lincoln - Up 13.6% (7,863 Vehicles Sold This Month; 52,385 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Porsche - Up 12.6% (4,300 Vehicles Sold This Month; 27,219 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Audi - Up 11.9% (14,616 Vehicles Sold This Month; 98,965 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Nissan - Up 11.5% (112,914 Vehicles Sold This Month; 758,050 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) BMW - Up 9.8% (26,409 Vehicles Sold This Month; 183,791 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Toyota - Up 10.6% (188,649 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,215,387 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Infiniti - Up 10% (8,538 Vehicles Sold This Month; 67,879 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ford - Up 9.4% (204,373 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,429,883 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Buick - Up 7.9% (17,863 Vehicles Sold This Month; 131,155 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chevrolet - Up 7.7% (175,155 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,203,063 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Kia - Up 6.7% (52,309 Vehicles Sold This Month; 349,722 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Dodge - Up 3% (43,118 Vehicles Sold This Month; 350,042 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Hyundai - Up 1.5% (67,011 Vehicles Sold This Month; 431,445 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Fiat - Up 1% (2,371 Vehicles Sold This Month; 20,550 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Honda - Down 2.3% (123,428 Vehicles Sold This Month; 784,913 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) MINI - Down 2.3% (5,811 Vehicles Sold This Month; 29,963 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Cadillac - Down 2.6% (15,241 Vehicles Sold This Month; 97,358 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volkswagen - Down 14.6% (30,533 Vehicles Sold This Month; 209,697 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Acura - Down 17.6% (12,480 Vehicles Sold This Month; 90,431 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Scion - Down 18.1% (5,127 Vehicles Sold This Month; 35,763 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jaguar - Down 26.4% (1,187 Vehicles Sold This Month; 5,904 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volvo - William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. 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