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The wreath-less Cadillac badge that debut on the ATS Coupe will soon be appearing on the 2015 ATS Sedan. That's not the only change in store for the ATS sedan for the 2015 model year though. Along with the badge, the 2015 ATS sedan gets some revised sheetmetal in the front to better match the ATS Coupe. On the tech front, the 2015 ATS sedan will get 4G LTE connectivity, text message alert, and a Powermat wireless phone charging dock. Power-wise, the turbo 2.0L four sees an increase of 14 percent for torque. Numbers now stand at 272 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. The 2.5 four and 3.6L V6 carry over into 2015. Cadillac hasn't revealed pricing at this time, but expect the 2015 ATS sedan to be sitting along the side the ATS coupe later this summer. Source: Cadillac, Automobile Magazine 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

Volvo has detailed the powertrain lineup for the 2016 XC90 when it goes on sale early next year. Starting the XC90 lineup will be the T5 and T6 powertrains. The T5 is a 2.0L four-cylinder with a turbocharger that makes around 254 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. This is followed by the T6 which adds a supercharger and boosts power to 320 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. For Europe, a range of diesel engines producing 190 to 225 horsepower. The big news is the T8 Twin Engine. The T8 is comprised of the T6's engine that powers the front wheels and a 60 kW electric motor will drive the rear wheels. With both working, the T8 makes 400 horsepower and a 472 pound-feet of torque. Alternatively, the T8 can run on electric power for up to 25 Miles. We'll have more details on the XC90 itself later this year at the Paris Motor Show Source: Volvo 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 Volvo Cars' all-new XC90 will be the world’s most powerful and cleanest SUV All-wheel drive, seven seats, around 400 hp and 472 lb.-ft. of torque with ultra-low emissions of around 60g/km Delivering guilt-free luxury SUV ownership New Volvo-developed Plug-in Hybrid, Twin Engine technology Volvo Cars' all-new XC90 will offer an unrivaled combination of power and clean operation when it is launched later this year. The all-wheel drive seven-seater will deliver guilt-free luxury SUV ownership, offering drivers around 400 horsepower but with carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions of around 60 g/km (NEDC driving cycle). There has never been an SUV offering this level of power this cleanly. “There are no compromises when you drive an all-new XC90,” said Peter Mertens, Senior Vice President Research and Development of Volvo Car Group. “In the past you could either have power or low CO2 emissions. But with the all-new XC90 you can have both.” The new XC90 offers a range of Drive-E engine options, all of which provide an outstanding combination of performance and fuel-efficiency. The main distinguishing feature of the Drive-E engine range is that they are all four-cylinder engines. “With our new Drive-E powertrains, we have created a family of intelligent gasoline engines with power curves that give exciting drivability at the same time as delivering world-beating fuel economy,” added Dr. Mertens. “With seven people in the new XC90, carbon dioxide emissions per person are outstandingly low." The CO2 performance of the all-new XC90 will reinforce Volvo Cars’ leadership when it comes to bringing more environmentally-sound technologies to market. According to figures monitored by European car industry association ACEA, Volvo Car Group delivered an industry-leading reduction of average fleet emissions by 8.4 percent from 2012 to 2013. Plug-in Hybrid - Twin Engine technology Volvo has made it possible for a four-cylinder engine to provide all the driving pleasure associated with a much larger engine and do so far more efficiently and cleanly. Drive-E engines will, over time, be introduced across Volvo’s entire range and are already available on model year 2015 carlines. For the all-new XC90, the top of the range plug-in hybrid ‘Twin Engine’ will carry the badge ‘T8’ and be a plug-in electric car, hybrid car and high-performance car rolled into one. Normal driving is conducted in the default hybrid mode. This utilizes a two-liter; four-cylinder supercharged and turbocharged Drive-E gasoline engine that powers the front wheels and an 80 hp (60 kW) electric motor that drives the rear wheels. It uses the supercharger to fill in the bottom end of the power range to give the engine a big, naturally-aspirated feel, while the turbocharger kicks in when the airflow builds up. The electric motor on the rear wheels provides immediate torque. But at the push of a button the driver can switch to quiet and emission-free city driving on pure electric power where the range will be around 25 miles, and then, when needed, immediately revert back to the combined capacity of the gasoline engine and electric motor, with its combined output of around 400 hp and 472 lb.-ft. of torque. Engine options The Volvo XC90 range also includes a T6 gasoline engine option. The T6 turbo engine with supercharger and turbo will deliver 316 hp and a maximum torque of 295 lb.-ft. The T6 is expected to offer a best-in-class combination of power and fuel economy, even when compared to diesel models. Not only is there no compromise in terms of performance or efficiency, but Volvo Cars’ new Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) chassis technology also allows for far more flexibility inside the car. Other carmakers have struggled to combine the bulk of a battery pack with a luxurious and spacious interior, something that Volvo has managed to overcome. “Since our new SPA technology is designed from the start to accommodate electrification technologies, the Twin Engine installation does not compromise luggage or passenger space,” said Dr. Mertens. View full article

Also, I think GM's sales goal for the SS (which is 3,000 per year I think) doesn't make any sense to that stuff at the moment. Which is a shame, because I really think an eight-speed could do some wonderful things. Is 3,000 per annum a capacity restriction in the Victoria plant or GM's reluctance to build more? More of the latter

Also, I think GM's sales goal for the SS (which is 3,000 per year I think) doesn't make any sense to that stuff at the moment. Which is a shame, because I really think an eight-speed could do some wonderful things.

Keep dreaming on that last part.

General Motors' track record with bringing and selling vehicles from Australia to the U.S. has been very checkered. All of the attempts see to have ambitious sales goals, and then not meeting them. GM hopes the third (or the fourth as some would argue) try might be it. That try is the 2014 Chevrolet SS. The SS got many criticisms for its exterior design and how blah it is. But let's be honest for a moment; the GTO and G8 (to a point) weren't really that exciting to look at either. Sure both models down the line (or trim line in the case of the G8) got bits and pieces that made them look more aggressive. To me, I think the SS looks great, especially in the black with the nineteen-inch aluminum wheels. The overall look adds a bit of a sleeper element to vehicle, which consider what lies under the hood is a very good thing. Speaking of which, under the hood lies a 6.2L V8 with 415 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. This is paired up to a six-speed automatic which sends all of that power to the rear wheels. GM quotes a 0-60 MPH time of under five seconds and it feels that quick. Step on the accelerator and V8 roars into life and moves you at a rate that you cannot believe is possible in a big sedan. The six-speed automatic is quick and responsive, but some will be wishing for a manual transmission to add to the enjoyment. As for handling, the SS feels like a proper performance car. Body lean and roll are kept to a minimum and steering is very responsive. Now I kind of wished for a little bit more feel and weight with the steering, but overall I was impressed. The drawback for some is that the sport suspension tuning means an uncomfortable ride. I noticed that somewhat, but it wasn't that bad compared some other models. With an as-tested pricetag of $45,570 (includes a $1,300 Gas Guzzler Tax) and a load of standard equipment such as leather sport seats, Chevrolet's MyLink, keyless entry and start, and much more; the SS may be the charm that GM has been looking for. Disclaimer: Chevrolet Provided the SS for the MAMA Spring Rally Year: 2014 Make: Chevrolet Model: SS Trim: N/A Engine: 6.2L V8 Driveline: Six-Speed Automatic, Rear-Wheel Drive Horsepower @ RPM: 415 @ 5900 Torque @ RPM: 415 @ 4600 Fuel Economy: City/Highway/Combined - 14/21/17 Curb Weight: 3,975 lbs Location of Manufacture: Elizabeth, Australia Base Price: $43,475 As Tested Price: $45,770 (Includes $995.00 Destination Charge and $1,300 Gas Guzzler Tax) Options: N/A 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

Mazda announced today that on September 3rd, the fourth-generation MX-5 Miata will be shown. The covers will come off simultaneously at three different events in Europe, Japan, and the U.S. The U.S. event will be held at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca in Monterey, California. "We're excited to make this official, to announce that the newest member of the MX-5 Miata family will be arriving soon. Along with our colleagues around the world, we continue to celebrate the MX-5's 25th anniversary and look forward to sharing even more news in the near future," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO of Mazda North American Operations (MNAO). Not much is known about the next-generation MX-5 Miata, aside from a brand new SkyActiv chassis that was shown at the New York Auto Show. Source: Mazda 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 ALL-NEW 2016 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA CONFIRMED - Fourth-Generation Roadster to Debut via Simultaneous Global Events on Three Continents - IRVINE, Calif., July 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- This fall, 25 years of storied MX-5 Miata history will turn the page to unveil the beginning of its fourth chapter as the next-generation roadster will be rumor no more during simultaneous global events in Japan, Spain and the United States. Officially confirmed as a 2016 model, the all-new MX-5 coyly made an initial debut at this year's New York International Auto Show in the form of an exposed SKYACTIV-CHASSIS. MX-5 historians eagerly scribbled notes, snapped photos and speculated on what the final product would be. On September 3, 2014 speculation will shift into revelation during an exclusive event to be held in Monterey, Calif. Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, Calif., and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States and Mexico through nearly 700 dealers. Operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City. For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at www.mazdausamedia.com. "We're excited to make this official, to announce that the newest member of the MX-5 Miata family will be arriving soon," said Jim O'Sullivan, president and CEO, Mazda North American Operations (MNAO). "Along with our colleagues around the world, we continue to celebrate the MX-5's 25th anniversary and look forward to sharing even more news in the near future." In addition to the global unveil of the 2016 MX-5 Miata, MNAO has partnered with the enthusiast-operated event eponymously known as Miatas at Mazda Raceway, which will be held on September 5-7. The next-generation roadster will be on display along with an array of heritage, concept and motorsports MX-5s. MNAO also will lead consumer discussion sessions covering history, motorsports, R&D and design as well as coordinate one of the largest gatherings of MX-5 Miatas in North America. Registration for the annual event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.MiatasAtMazdaRaceway.com. View full article

Time for a bit of an inception moment. Today, General Motors is recalling one of their recalls that was issued on Monday. The company explained that the one pertaining to the 2014 CTS doesn't cover all of the CTSes. Wait, we just made that somewhat confusing. The 2014 CTS Coupe and Wagon, which are based on the second-generation model are effected by this recall. The 2014 CTS sedan, which is brand new isn't a part of this. Why GM didn't make this clarification when they announced the recall is unknown. Our best guess is that GM was in rush when getting these recalls out and forgot to note that. Source: Detroit Free Press View full article

The Buick lineup is currently has two crossover, the small Encore and the large Enclave. There's a large gap for midsize crossover to fill that gap and Buick appears to being doing just that. Well for China at least. Buick has revealed a teaser for the upcoming Envision Crossover lwhich happens to be cloaked and parked in between the Encore and Enclave. The brand says the model was inspired by the Envision concept and will feature "dynamic and assertive styling." The Envision Crossover will debut sometime later this year in China. No word if this model will go to the U.S. or not. Source: Buick 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 All-New Buick Envision to Make Premiere in China New model will set benchmark for high-end midsize SUVs 2014-07-01 SHANGHAI – Shanghai GM today announced that its all-new high-end midsize SUV, the Buick Envision, will make its premiere in China later this year. Inspired by the Buick Envision concept vehicle, the newest member of the Buick SUV family has dynamic and assertive styling. It fuses iconic Buick design cues with the brand's new high-end, refined global design concepts. The Envision adopts a new-generation powertrain along with GM's new all-wheel-drive technology. The fuel-saving start/stop technology will come standard across the line. The model is destined to set a new benchmark in China's high-end midsize SUV segment for space, safety, performance and specifications. The new model will complement the Encore and new Enclave in Buick's China SUV portfolio, providing a range of choices for SUV buyers. View full article

One the big mysteries that has been surrounding the 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat is how much power does the 6.2L supercharged Hellcat V8 engine make. We've been hearing reports of somewhere 600-plus horsepower when this engine was still a rumor, and Dodge said the engine was capable of producing more than 600 horsepower. Well Dodge has finally answered the question and its a doozy. The 6.2L supercharged Hellcat V8 engine makes 707 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque. No that is not a misprint. This is most powerful muscle car on offer. This will be routed to the rear-wheels via a TorqueFlite eight-speed transmission that has been upgraded to handle all of the power. There's more to the Hellcat. Much like the track key Ford used on the Boss 302, Dodge will offer two key fobs – one red, one black. The red key gives you the full 707 horsepower, while the black key restricts that to 500 horsepower. Dodge says pricing for the Hellcat will be coming very soon, and production will begin sometime in the third quarter. Source: Dodge 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 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Is The Most Powerful Muscle Car Ever -- 707 hp! July 1, 2014 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - The all-new 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT, with its supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI Hellcat engine, produces an unprecedented 707 horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. of torque, making it the most powerful Challenger ever, Dodge's most powerful V-8 ever and the most powerful muscle car ever. The Challenger's new 6.2-liter Supercharged Hellcat engine is also the first factory supercharged HEMI, as well as Dodge and SRT's first application of V-8 supercharger technology. For the first time in Chrysler Group history, the all-new 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT with a Hellcat engine comes standard with two key fobs -- red and black. The red key fob is the only key that can unlock the full 707 horsepower and torque potential of the Challenger SRT Hellcat engine; while the black key fob limits the driver to a reduced engine output of 500 horsepower. In addition to the awe-inspiring 707 horsepower of the new Hellcat HEMI, the new 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat has been redesigned and totally re-engineered to be the most true-to-form muscle coupe on the market with performance-enhancing technologies inside and out, including the new TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission and an all-new interior inspired by the classic 1971 Challenger. The Dodge and SRT brands now offer the most complete lineup of muscle cars in the market, including the new 2015 Dodge Challenger SXT with its standard powerful and fuel-efficient Pentastar V-6 engine combined with the TorqueFlite eight-speed transmission that delivers 300 horsepower and an estimated 30 miles per gallon; the 2015 Dodge Challenger R/T with the high-torque 5.7-liter HEMI now paired with the TorqueFlite eight-speed or six-speed manual transmission; and the all-new 6.4-liter HEMI Challenger Scat Pack that delivers 485 horsepower and 475 lb.-ft. of torque with the TorqueFlite eight-speed or six-speed manual. The 2015 Dodge Challenger and Challenger SRTs are built at the Brampton, Ontario, Assembly Plant and will start arriving in Dodge dealerships in the third quarter of 2014. View full article

Toyota Division is No. 1 Retail Brand In First Half of 2014 Camry and Corolla lead their segments in first six months of 2014; Lexus up over 10 percent in June TORRANCE, Calif. (July 1, 2014) – Toyota, Scion and Lexus today reported total June 2014 sales results of 201,714 units, an increase of 11.9 percent from June 2013 on a daily selling rate (DSR). On a raw-volume basis, unadjusted for 24 selling days in June 2014 versus 26 selling days in June 2013, sales increased 3.3 percent from year-ago month. For the first half of the year, Toyota, Scion and Lexus reported sales of 1,165,607 units. With 152 selling days in the first half of 2014 versus 153 selling days during the same period in 2013, sales are up 5.8 percent on a DSR basis. Unadjusted, sales were up 5.1 percent year-over-year. Toyota division posted June 2014 sales of 178,196 units, up 11 percent year-over-year on a DSR basis. Volume-wise, Toyota division sales increased 2.5 percent over June 2013. Calendar-year-to-date, Toyota division posted sales of 1,026,918 units, up 4.4 percent on a DSR basis and 3.7 percent volume-wise over the same period in 2013. “Sales in the first half of 2014 indicate a steadily recovering industry, and we expect this pace to increase as we move into the second part of the year,” said Bill Fay, Toyota division group vice president and general manager. "In June, Camry and Corolla posted double-digit gains as passenger cars showed renewed strength industry-wide.” Lexus reported June sales of 23,518 units, a 19.3 percent increase on a DSR basis and a 10.1 percent increase on a raw-volume basis, both year-over-year. Calendar-year-to-date, Lexus division posted sales of 138,689 units, up 17.9 percent on a DSR basis and 17.1 percent volume-wise over the same period in 2013. “While the industry has been posting healthy gains, Lexus has been able to more than double the average growth rate with a combination of fresh new products, improving availability and industry-leading customer satisfaction practices,” said Jeff Bracken, Lexus group vice president and general manager. “The new Lexus IS and GX models were two of the industry's strongest performing products during the first six months of 2014.” Other Highlights: Camry up over 13 percent in June; up over 7 percent in first half All-new Corolla up 17 percent with sales of nearly 31,000 units in June Toyota and Lexus hybrids post sales of almost 28,000 units in June Prius posts sales of 18,649 units in June Toyota division trucks flat in June; up 7.8 percent in first half All-new RAV4 increased 5.1 percent in June; up almost 16 percent in first half All-new Highlander up 4.2 percent in June; up nearly 17 percent in first half 4Runner up 41.7 percent in June; up about 39 percent in first half All-new Tundra posts sales of almost 9,000 units in June; up 12.5 percent in first half Tacoma posts sales of more than12,000 units in June All-new Lexus IS increased 105 percent in June; up over 118 percent in first half Lexus ES posts sales of more than 5,500 units in June Lexus luxury utility vehicles up 6.5 percent in June; up 14 percent in first half Lexus RX posts sales of 8,426 units in June; up over 3 percent in first half Lexus GX posts triple-digit gains for the eighth month in a row; up over 130 percent in first half

Jul. 1, 2014 Nissan Group reports June 2014 U.S. sales NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nissan Group today announced total U.S. sales for June 2014 of 109,643 units, an increase of 5.3 percent over the prior year and a June record. Nissan highlights: Nissan Division set a June record at 101,069 sales in the month, an increase of 6.4 percent. This marks a monthly record for Nissan division in 15 of the last 16 months. Versa subcompact sales increased 33.4 percent to 11,613 in June, also a record for the month. Sentra sales finished June at 17,097, up 67.6 percent for the month. Sales of the all-electric Nissan LEAF set a June record with 2,347 deliveries, an increase of 5.5 percent for the month. Altima sales finished June at 26,111, led by gain of 9.1 percent in retail sales. Rogue sales in June totaled 15,066, with a gain of 6.2 percent in retail sales. Infiniti today reported U.S. sales of 8,574 luxury vehicles in June, a decrease of 5.9 percent versus 9,114 vehicles a year earlier. Sales of Infiniti's sports sedans, which include the new Infiniti Q50 and the G37, saw a combined total of 3,815 vehicles in June, a 4.3 percent increase. The QX80 full-size luxury sport utility vehicle had another strong month with 921 sales, up 1.0 percent.

American Honda Reports June 2014 Sales 07/01/2014 - TORRANCE, Calif. Honda Civic and Accord post sales of more than 32,000 each in June for increases of 8.7 and 2.1 percent respectively Honda CR-V posts best-ever 6-month sales performance with a gain of 6.1 percent YTD Total Acura truck sales were up 6.1 percent in June Acura MDX claims best-ever 6-month sales performance with an increase of 68.4 percent American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported June 2014 Honda and Acura vehicle sales of 129,023 units. The Honda division posted sales of 117,817 units in June while Acura sold 11,206 units in the same period. Year-to-date American Honda sales reached 739,436 units. Honda Honda's core models—Accord, Civic and CR-V—continue to set the retail pace through the first half of 2014, with the Civic up 8.7 percent and Accord increasing 2.1 percent in June. However, retail consumers appeared to take a breath last month coupled with an unusually short number of selling days, the shortest June in five years. Bucking a recent market shift toward SUVs, Civic is up 8.7 percent in June and 5.3 percent for the first six months of 2014—its best such period in a decade Accord sales rise 2.1 percent in June CR-V, the industry's most popular SUV, posted a year-to-date gain of 6.1 percent for its best-ever 6-month sales performance Despite low inventory as supply ramps up, the all-new 2015 Fit is driving new traffic at Honda dealerships "Despite an easing of the pace in June, the larger sales trend throughout the industry remains robust," said Jeff Conrad, Honda division senior vice president and general manager. "Our core products remain strong and though we're still filling its supply pipeline, the new 2015 Fit is selling very well and we expect it to add yet another strong pillar to Honda sales in the near future." Acura Overall Acura sales continue to reflect the decreasing supply of TL and TSX models as the company prepares for launch of the 2015 TLX line of luxury performance sedans later this summer. With an unprecedented first half of the year, MDX and RDX continue to sell at a near record pace, pushing Acura truck sales up 6.1 percent for the month. Acura truck sales rise 6.1 percent in June MDX June sales rose 27.7 percent on sales of 4,890 units Posting its best-ever six-month sales performance, the Acura MDX led the division with sales of 30,644 units, an increase 68.4 percent over last year "The MDX and RDX had a stellar first half of the year, certainly a good indicator that the Acura brand is moving in a strong direction," said Mike Accavitti, Acura division senior vice president and general manager. "While we expected the reduced supply of sedans to impact sales this summer, the upcoming launch of the all-new 2015 TLX lineup heralds a new era for the Acura brand."

BMW Group U.S. Reports June 2014 Sales BMW brand sales up 11.5 percent MINI brand sales down 18.2 percent Woodcliff Lake, NJ – July 1, 2014… The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported June sales of 35,577 vehicles, an increase of 5.7 percent from the 33,645 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) is up 5.1 percent on sales of 181,534 in the first half of 2014 compared to 172,787 in the same period in 2013. BMW Brand Sales - Best First Half Ever Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 11.5 percent in June for a total of 30,201 compared to 27,074 vehicles sold in June, 2013. Year-to-date, the BMW brand is up 12.1 percent on sales of 157,382 compared to 140,431 sold in the first half of 2013. “The June and first-half results prove again that customer demand is solid and stronger than many have thought and we fully expect confidence and demand to stay strong through the end of the year,” said Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America. “I am particularly pleased with the results for our 2 and 4 Series models; these are driving machines at the core of the BMW brand.” MINI Brand Sales For June, MINI USA reported 5,376 automobiles, a decrease of 18.2 percent from the 6,571 automobiles sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, MINI USA reported a sales total of 24,152 automobiles, a decrease of 25.4 percent from the 32,356 automobiles sold in the first half of 2013.

JAGUAR LAND ROVER REPORTS U.S. SALES FOR JUNE 2014 Jaguar Land Rover North America sales increase 4 percent in June, for its best June sales month result since 2007 Land Rover brand has its best June sales month since 2007 Best Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Sport June sales month ever Jaguar F-TYPE lineup, now featuring Coupe and Convertible models, increase 3 percent (MAHWAH, NJ) – July 1, 2014 – Jaguar Land Rover North America today reported June 2014 U.S. sales: Land Rover sales reached 4,038 units, up 16 percent from 3,468 units in June 2013; Jaguar sales were 1,263 units, down 23 percent from 1,637 units in June 2013. Jaguar Land Rover North America June U.S. sales for both brands hit 5,301 units, a 4 percent increase from 5105 units in June 2013, and up 12 percent for the year. "Jaguar Land Rover in the U.S. had a solid June; it’s best since 2007 with our best sales months ever for both Range Rover Evoque and 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 hit a record June high of 1,481 units, up 67 percent from 887 in June, 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. The Range Rover Evoque had it best June sales month ever with 1,037 units, up 31 percent from 790 in June, 2013. The Range Rover, which was recently awarded the 2014 Polk Automotive Loyalty Award in the Luxury Full Size SUV category, sold 850 units, down 6 percent from 902 in June 2013. Jaguar For the month of June, the Jaguar F-TYPE added 428 units, up 3 percent from 417 units in June, 2013. The F-TYPE Coupe was introduced at the Los Angeles International Automobile Show in November and arrives in showrooms this month. The F-TYPE Coupe launch campaign, British Villains, kicked off with Jaguar’s first advertisement in the broadcast of the Super Bowl. The 60-second spot, “Rendezvous,” has become Jaguar USA’s most popular YouTube video ever with 11.5 Million views. The Jaguar XF added 312 units, down 51 percent from 634 in June, 2013 due to limited availability. The current MY XF lineup includes the new 2.0T model as well as all-wheel-drive and V-6 options. The Jaguar XJ added 408 units, down 11 percent from 460 units in June 2013.

Volvo Announces June Sales ROCKLEIGH, N.J. (July 1, 2014) - Volvo Cars of North America, LLC, (VCNA) reported U.S. sales of 5,983 units for the month of June. Year-to-date sales are down 10 percent versus the first six months of 2013. The top seller for June was the S60 sports sedan with 2,337 units sold. The XC60 crossover finished the month right behind with 2,180 units sold. New this year, the V60 sportswagon is in dealerships now and combines the driving dynamics of a luxury sports sedan with the space and utility to support an active lifestyle. Thanks to Volvo’s new Drive-E engine family, the V60 features best-in-class fuel economy, with the T5 Drive-E FWD achieving 37 highway / 25 city / 29 combined mpg. The V60 is also offered with two of Volvo’s existing engines, the V60 T5 AWD and the V60 T6 R-Design AWD.

Mitsubishi Motors Sales Up 13.7 Percent for June and 30.2 Percent in the First Half of 2014 Jul 01, 2014; Cypress, California - Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) experienced another excellent sales month with June sales of 6,021 units, a 13.7 percent increase over the sales total from June 2013. Mitsubishi Motors sales in the first half of 2014 are up 30.2 year-to-date from the same duration as last year, making this the best first six months of sales (January through June) in three years and the second best since 2008. Mitsubishi Motors' American-made Outlander Sport 5-passenger compact crossover/SUV led the way with sales of 2,433 units for the month, 15,322 units for the first six months of the year. June was the fourth consecutive month that Outlander Sport sales exceeded 2,400 units; the four previous sales months have ranked among the top five best sales months in the model's history. The highly fuel-efficient and affordably-priced Mirage 5-door sub-compact experienced sales of 1,451 units for the month, 8,267 units for the first half of 2014. Mirage sales for June were the third best monthly sales total for that model since it was introduced in September 2013. "We are very excited to see our sales momentum continue through the month of June," said MMNA Executive Vice President of Sales, Don Swearingen. "We've had an outstanding first half of 2014, and with our new 2015 Mitsubishi Motors models set to arrive in dealerships in July, we anticipate even more enthusiasm from new-car shoppers directed toward the Mitsubishi Motors brand." Other highlights of June sales include: Total Mitsubishi sales are up 30.2 percent year-to-date. Outlander sales were up 37.9 percent year-to-date. This was the best January through June sales total for Outlander since 2008. Outlander Sport sales are up 23.1 percent year-to-date. This was the best January through June sales total in the model's history. Lancer Evolution sales total 1,569 and are up 14.5 percent year-to-date. This was the best January through June sales total since 2008 for the EVO.

Hyundai Motor America Reports Best Ever June And Mid-Year Sales Sonata soars 30 percent in June Certified Pre-Owned sales up 23 percent year-to-date FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of its best month ever, Hyundai Motor America posted its best June ever and the best opening six month period in its 28-year history. Sales of 67,407 were up four percent versus the same period a year ago and up one percent over last year's record performance for the first six months of the year. "As we settle into the summer selling season, we are well-positioned with our full model line up, including the all-new 2015 Genesis sedan and Sonata, both of which experienced gains for the month, up nine percent and 30 percent, respectively," said Bob Pradzinski, vice president of national sales, Hyundai Motor America. The sub-compact Accent, one of three Hyundais recently ranked highest in the 2014 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, saw sales gains of nine percent for the month and 16 percent for the year. Other highlights include Equus, up 28 percent for the month and up 16 percent for the first six months of the year and Santa Fe, up 17 percent for the month and 26 percent for first the six months of 2014. Certified Pre-Owned vehicle sales were 7,324, a June record, up eight percent over June 2013 and up 23 percent for the first six months.