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I kind of agree. I actually don't mind the interior (it's better than the old GP's). Just give it to me with a navi headunit (OEM or aftermarket) and maybe a couple of aluminum trim pieces around the door window switches to break up the blackness and I'd be happy. And the exterior, I already like the (non-GXP) front end and I'd be alright with the rear with some smoking of the tail lights or covers along these lines:

Renault-Nissan May Overtake Ford to Become #3 Just about everyone in the auto industry knows that Toyota Motor Corp. ™ is on pace to pull ahead of General Motors Corp. (GM) as the world's largest carmaker this year or next. But less noticed has been a race just down the ranking tables, where another storied U.S. giant is facing similar pressure: Ford Motor Co. (F) is on the verge of being edged out by Renault (RNSDY)-Nissan (NSANY) for the No. 3 spot globally. As Ford shrinks to projected sales of 6.3 million vehicles for 2007, the French-Japanese alliance is likely to grow to 6.4 million, according to data from Morgan Stanley (MS) and UBS (UBS). Ford's catastrophic $12.7 billion loss in 2006, and impending production cuts this year, have shifted it into reverse, letting Renault-Nissan catch up fast. (Ford owns 33% of Mazda, which sold 1.3 million cars last year, but doesn't include those sales in its total.) Carlos Ghosn, chief executive at both Renault and Nissan, has pushed the two companies to collaborate on engineering and research and development. It's a formula that seems to be working. As Detroit has struggled, Ghosn has quietly boosted design and quality, cut costs, and attacked high-growth Asian markets. It hasn't always been easy for Ghosn, who saved Nissan from near-bankruptcy in 1999. Last year was filled with setbacks and troublesome distractions, such as failed talks on expanding the Renault-Nissan alliance to include GM. Ghosn ordered improvements in new models, causing costly delays. But getting it right was essential, especially in the wake of earlier quality problems. All told, 2006 sales for the Renault-Nissan alliance fell 3.6% worldwide. Now the repair work seems largely done, and both companies are poised to rebound. Nissan's U.S. third-quarter sales rose 1%, reversing a first-half slide. For the next fiscal year, Nissan's global sales will rise 7%, Standard & Poor's forecasts. That's largely thanks to the launch of nine new models, including revamped versions of high-volume cars such as the Altima, Sentra, and Infiniti G35 sedan. Renault's global sales are also expected to jump 7% this year, Morgan Stanley estimates, as the Twingo subcompact, a revamped Laguna sedan, and a minivan version of the low-cost Logan all hit the market. That should help Ghosn start delivering on his promise of 6% margins at Renault in 2009. BusinessWeek

Jan. 2007 Sales: BMW Group WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Feb. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI brands combined) today reported January vehicle sales of 21,811, down 1.8 percent from the 22,218 vehicles sold in the same month of 2006. BMW Brand Sales BMW brand sales were up 2.1 percent, to 19,761 vehicles compared to 19,274 vehicles sold during January 2006. MINI Brand Sales MINI USA reported a 30.4 percent decrease in January sales, to 2,050 cars compared to 2,944 cars sold in the same period a year ago. The all-new MINI Cooper and MINI Cooper S hardtops will go on sale February 17th, and sales reflect the lower inventory associated with the model changeover. BMW Group in America BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975. ROLLS-ROYCE Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003. The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand, the MINI brand, and the ROLLS-ROYCE brand of Motor Cars; DesignworksUSA, an industrial design firm in California; a technology office in Silicon Valley and various other operations throughout the country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is part of BMW Group's global manufacturing network and is the exclusive manufacturing plant for all Z4 Roadster and X5 Sports Activity Vehicles. The BMW Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 339 BMW passenger car centers, 334 BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 143 BMW motorcycle retailers, 80 MINI passenger car dealers, and 30 ROLLS-ROYCE Motor Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group's sales headquarters for North, Central and South America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. NOTE TO EDITORS: The BMW Group is reporting an abbreviated version of its monthly sales today. We expect to provide a more thorough report tomorrow. [source: BMW Group]

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Jan. 2007 Sales: Nissan North America NASHVILLE, Tenn. (February 1, 2007) – Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported sales of 82,644 units in January, up 4.5 percent from the prior year. Nissan Division sales increased by 4.3 percent over last year. Infiniti Division posted a sales increase of 6.8 percent versus the prior year.　　 NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS January sales for Nissan-brand vehicles of 73,680 units increased by 4.3 percent on a daily sales rate basis compared with last year’s 67,834 units sold. Sales for Altima with 24,394 units were up 39.7 percent over last year. The Altima Hybrid is entering the market this month. The new Versa subcompact sold 4,497 units. The new sedan out this month now complements the hatchback. INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS Sales for Infiniti were up 6.8 percent, with 8,964 units sold, as compared with last January’s 8,057 units. The all-new G35 sedan, with sales of 4,321 units, was up 71.1 percent over last year. NNA INFORMATION Combined January sales for Nissan and Infiniti totaled 82,644 units, a 4.5 percent increase when compared with last year’s sales of 75,891 units. In North America, NNA's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on NNA and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissannews.com. Sales chart: http://nissannews.com/corporate/news/curre...201015433.shtml [source: Nissan North America]

Official Nissan Press Release: FARMINGTOM HILLS, Mich. (Feb. 1, 2007) – Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today previewed the new 2008 Nisan Titan full-size pickup, Pathfinder mid-size SUV and Armada full-size SUVs at a press conference at the Nissan Technical Center North America, Farmington Hills, Mich. prior to their public debut at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show, February 9 – 18 at McCormick Place, Chicago. The three new vehicles offer significant upgrades and enhancements, including the addition of new Titan Long Wheelbase King Cab and Crew Cab models, a new 5.6-liter V8 engine for Pathfinder, and new exterior and interior designs for Armada. The three new 2008 Nissan vehicles are scheduled to be available at Nissan dealers nationwide beginning in spring 2007. “The addition of the Titan Long Wheelbase models and the first-ever V8 engine ever offered in the 22-year history of Pathfinder expand the available choices for buyers of these two popular vehicles,” said Larry Dominique, vice president, Product Planning, Nissan North America, Inc. “The extensive makeover of Armada, which has topped J.D. Power and Associates’ APEAL study for the Large SUV class in 2005 and 2006, adds up to an even more attractive, more premium and more complete Armada package for 2008 – one that we think will continue to make Armada stand out in the full-size SUV class.” Brief overviews of the 2008 Titan, Pathfinder and Armada follow. 2008 Nissan Titan The 2008 Nissan Titan full-size pickup builds on Titan’s reputation as the truck of choice for work or adventure with the addition of a new Long Wheelbase (LWB) version and a new Titan PRO-4X model. The 2008 Titan is offered in four models – XE, SE, PRO-4X and LE; in two body styles – King Cab and Crew Cab; in 4x2 and 4x4 drive configurations; and four bed sizes – 5’5”, 6’5”, 7’ and 8’; and with Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) capability (E85 Ethanol). The 2008 Titan also features freshened styling, with a revised front end and all-new wheel styles. Inside, Titan features a new seat design and refined meter clusters. Other 2008 Titan enhancements include available Bluetooth hands-free phone system, XM Satellite Radio tuner, heated leather-appointed bench seat, a revised center stack and a larger, 8.0-inch DVD screen (up from 7.0-inch). Titan is built on Nissan’s rugged F-Alpha pickup platform, featuring a powerful 5.6-liter DOHC Endurance V8 rated at 317 horsepower and 385 lb-ft torque. Titan features a standard 5-speed automatic transmission and a maximum towing capacity of up to 9,500 pounds for King Cab and 9,400 pounds for Crew Cab (when properly equipped). 2008 Nissan Pathfinder The popular Nissan Pathfinder expands its lineup for the 2008 model year with the addition of a new 300-plus horsepower 5.6-liter V8, the first V8 offered in its 22-year history in the United States market. This more powerful option offers a significant increase in torque, rated at 300-plus lb-ft, to achieve 7,000 lbs of maximum towing capacity. Also available is Pathfinder’s proven 266-horsepower 4.0-liter version of the award-winning Nissan VQ-series V6 engine. All Pathfinders continue to be built on a high-strength, fully boxed, all-steel frame based on the full-size Nissan Armada SUV. Other changes for 2008 include new exterior styling and a greatly refined interior, as well as newly available technology such as a revised Nissan Navigation System with 9.3-gigabyte Music Box hard drive (available on LE only). The 2008 Pathfinder’s exterior features new front and rear styling, new 17-inch wheel designs for SE-V6 and LE-V6 and new 18-inch wheel designs for SE-V8 and LE-V8 models. Pathfinder again offers first-class amenities with standard three-row seating. Inside, the refinements continue with a 7.0-inch color display and RearView Monitor (all models except S-V6), new center stack design, 2nd row reclining seat (center portion), revised cupholder design, new illuminated switchgear (all models except S), new fabrics and materials, heated steering wheel (LE models), Intelligent Key with twist start, Bluetooth hands-free phone system (available on LE models only) and new Russet interior color (leather-appointed only). 2008 Nissan Armada Nissan Armada powers into 2008 with new exterior style, new colors, more luxurious interior amenities and enhanced technology features and new option packages. Outside, the 2008 Armada features a new front fascia, new headlight and fog light designs, new one-piece roof rack design, revised rear fascia, and 20-inch wheel and Michelin tire package (LE only). Inside, Armada offers a 3rd row power folding 60/40 seat (optional LE), new interior colors and fabrics, new gated shifter, new wood grain accents (LE only), available heated steering wheel (LE only), a locking glove compartment and revised steering wheel and combination meter illumination. New technology enhancements include an Intelligent Key with twist start (standard LE, optional SE), enhanced Bose sound system with 9.3-gigabyte Music Box hard drive and 3rd row speakers and amplifier (standard LE, optional SE), Bluetooth® hands-free phone system (standard on LE), improved available Nissan Navigation system with an XM NavTraffic system with real-time traffic information (XMâ contract required), and a larger 8.0-inch screen for the optional DVD Entertainment Package. Class-leading towing capacity of up to 9,100-pounds is provided by Armada’s heavy duty frame and suspension, as well as a standard 317 horsepower 5.6-liter V8 with 385 lb-ft of torque. Available Flexible Fuel Vehicle technology (FFV) allows drivers to use traditional gasoline or an alternative fuel such as E85. “The 2008 model year is already shaping up to be a tremendous year for Nissan with the previously announced Altima Coupe and all-new Rogue crossover SUV – and now new Titan, Pathfinder and Armada,” said Dominique. “Attendees at the Chicago Auto Show will have five great new reasons to visit the Nissan display.” In North America, Nissan\'s operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissannews.com. [source: Nissan North America]

Jan. 2007 Sales: Mercedes-Benz USA MONTVALE, N.J., Feb. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Coming off its thirteenth year of consecutive sales increases, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported sales of 17,069 new vehicles for January 2007, up 36.9 percent from last January making this the best January sales in the company's history. In 2006, Mercedes-Benz significantly enhanced its competitive presence in the luxury light truck market with the launch of the full-sized luxury SUV: the GL-Class, which sold 1,815 units in January. The popularity of the M-Class model line continued to build with a 19.8 percent increase compared to last January (2,351 vs. 1,962). As a group, sales for Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the luxury light truck segment continue to gain momentum with an 82.8 percent increase over January 2006. Other highlights for MBUSA sales in January include a 24 percent increase in its portfolio of passenger cars (12,058 vs. 9,728). Volume for the month was led by the C-Class with 3,928 units sold, a 26.8 percent increase over last January's 3,098 units. Sales for the E-Class family of sedans and wagons, including those with the new clean diesel technology called BlueTec, grew by 36.9 percent with 3,375 models sold. As a group, model lines at the high-end of the Mercedes-Benz portfolio -- S-, SL-, and CL-Classes -- rose 78.1 percent (2,705 vs. 1,519 units) in January. Contributing to this was the popularity of the top-of-the-line CL coupe which was introduced in December (up 279.4 percent) and the continued demand for the ninth generation S-Class (up 125.1 percent). Separately, the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned vehicle program reported sales of 3,609 units, an increase of 17.7 percent compared to last January. Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States. In 2006, MBUSA achieved an all-time sales record of 248,080 new vehicles, setting the highest sales volume ever in its history and achieving 13 consecutive years of sales growth. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found on the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com and http://www.maybachusa.com. MERCEDES-BENZ USA Sales -- January 2007 Model January January Monthly % YTD YTD Yearly % '07 '06 2007 2006 C-CLASS 3,928 3,098 26.8% 3,928 3,098 26.8% E-CLASS 3,375 2,465 36.9% 3,375 2,465 36.9% S-CLASS 2,078 923 125.1% 2,078 923 125.1% CL-CLASS 258 68 279.4% 258 68 279.4% SL-CLASS 369 528 -30.1% 369 528 -30.1% CLK-CLASS 1,027 1,126 -8.8% 1,027 1,126 -8.8% SLK-CLASS 396 619 -36.0% 396 619 -36.0% CLS-CLASS 627 901 -30.4% 627 901 -30.4% R-CLASS 838 686 22.2% 838 686 22.2% M-CLASS 2,351 1,962 19.8% 2,351 1,962 19.8% GL-CLASS 1,815 n/a n/a 1,815 n/a n/a G-CLASS 7 93 -92.5% 7 93 -92.5% GRAND TOTAL 17,069 12,469 36.9% 17,069 12,469 36.9% [source: DaimlerChrysler]

Jan. 2007 Sales: Chrysler Group Auburn Hills, Mich., Feb 1, 2007 - Chrysler Group reported sales for January 2007 of 156,308 units; an increase of 1 percent compared to previously strong January 2006 sales of 155,465 units. All sales figures are reported unadjusted. January sales results were driven by solid retail sales, while fleet sales were down. “With our January sales results, Chrysler Group is off to a very promising start in 2007,” said Steven Landry, Vice President – Sales and Field Operations, Chrysler Group. “Our numbers mark the best January in the last six years and were driven by sales of the all-new Jeep® Wrangler and the Jeep Commander. Chrysler Group’s latest addition to the Jeep line-up, the all-new Jeep Patriot, has been launched in late December and is now arriving in dealerships around the country.” After a record of 10 new vehicle introductions in 2006, Chrysler Group will continue to bring fresh products to dealer showrooms with eight new models to be launched in 2007. In addition, with the Dodge Caliber (8,672 units sold in January), Jeep Compass (3,965 units), Chrysler Sebring (6,885 units), all-new Jeep Patriot and upcoming Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Group now has five new vehicles that achieve 30 miles per gallon or better in highway driving that it did not have just one year ago. The Jeep brand rose 19 percent year-over-year, posting sales of 35,361 units. January 2006 sales were 29,773 units. Jeep Wrangler posted sales of 8,954 units, a rise of 134 percent over January 2006 sales of 3,830 units. Sales of the Jeep Commander increased 30 percent with 5,491 units compared to 4,209 units in January 2006. The Dodge Ram pickup had a strong January showing with sales of 24,379 units, a year-over-year increase of 12 percent. In January 2006, the Dodge Ram pickup posted sales of 21,790 units. Chrysler Group's minivans also had a strong January 2007. The Chrysler Town & Country posted sales of 11,377 units, up 20 percent compared to January 2006 with 9,447 units. Dodge Caravan sales increased by 14 percent year-over-year with sales of 18,593 units. January 2006 sales were 16,273 units. “With a fresh product line-up in dealer showrooms and eight new vehicle launches to come in 2007, Chrysler Group is well positioned to remain competitive in the marketplace,” said Michael Manley, Vice President – Sales and Dealer Operations. “We will focus on providing innovation, quality and value to our customers – and we will also provide our dealers with competitive tools to sell these vehicles.” Chrysler Group finished the month with 488,410 units of inventory, or a 78-day supply. Inventory is down by 9 percent compared to the year end in December 2006 when it was at 538,483 units. DaimlerChrysler Corporation U.S. Sales Summary Thru January 2007 Month Sales DR % Vol % Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change Sebring 6,885 9,501 -30% -28% 300 8,587 12,746 -35% -33% Crossfire 317 459 -34% -31% PT Cruiser 8,317 11,406 -30% -27% Aspen 2,146 0 0% 0% Pacifica 3,857 5,069 -27% -24% Town & Country 11,377 9,447 16% 20% CHRYSLER BRAND 41,486 48,628 -18% -15% Compass 3,965 0 0% 0% Patriot 175 0 0% 0% Wrangler 8,954 3,830 124% 134% Liberty 7,141 9,274 -26% -23% Grand Cherokee 9,635 12,460 -26% -23% Commander 5,491 4,209 25% 30% JEEP BRAND 35,361 29,773 14% 19% Neon 0 3,347 -100% -100% Caliber 8,672 0 0% 0% Stratus 271 10,141 -97% -97% Avenger 1,284 0 0% 0% Charger 7,440 8,023 -11% -7% Viper 44 114 -63% -61% Magnum 2,309 3,765 -41% -39% Dakota 3,816 4,583 -20% -17% Ram P/U 24,379 21,790 7% 12% Caravan 18,593 16,273 10% 14% Durango 5,712 7,668 -28% -26% Nitro 6,191 0 0% 0% Sprinter 750 1,360 -47% -45% DODGE BRAND 79,461 77,064 -1% 3% TOTAL CHRYSLER GROUP 156,308 155,465 -3% 1% TOTAL CG CAR 34,196 45,572 -28% -25% TOTAL CG TRUCK 122,112 109,893 7% 11% Selling Days 25 24 [source: DaimlerChrysler]

Jan. 2007 Sales: Kia Motors America IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced its best January sales ever of 22,524 units, a 24.4-percent increase over the same period in 2006. The Sedona was the leading seller at 6,947 units, a 26.7-percent increase over the same period last year. The all-new Rondo continued its impressive ramp-up, with 478 units sold, a 16.9-percent increase over last month. "Kia has started the new year much the same way we ended 2006," said Len Hunt, executive vice president and COO of KMA. "The automotive market continues to be more competitive and faces many outside challenges. We are confident that the product line we have in place puts us in a good position toward another very successful year." Kia Motors America -- the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corp. in Seoul, South Korea -- offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 630 dealers throughout the United States. For more information, including photography, visit http://www.kiamedia.com. MONTH OF JANUARY YEAR-TO-DATE Model 2007 2006 2007 2006 Rio 1,624 1,993 1,624 1,993 Spectra 4,273 2,803 4,273 2,803 Optima 2,201 1,266 2,201 1,266 Amanti 567 607 567 607 Sportage 3,474 3,211 3,474 3,211 Sorento 2,960 2,746 2,960 2,746 Sedona 6,947 5,484 6,947 5,484 Rondo 478 N/A 478 N/A Total 22,524 18,110 22,524 18,110 [source: Kia Motors America]

Jan. 2007 Sales: Hyundai Motor America FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 02/01/2007 -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 27,721 units for the month of January. Sales were down 8 percent from Hyundai’s record January sales in 2006. The all-new 2007 Santa Fe and Accent showed strong gains over the previous year, posting 89 percent and 80 percent increases respectively. “We are disappointed with the results for January sales, especially given the continued quality improvements in our products. We experienced lower than anticipated sales in our California region and our South Central region sales were depressed due to difficult weather,” said Chief Operating Officer Steve Wilhite. “We are confident that our plan going forward is sound and will gain traction through the balance of the first quarter.” All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America’s Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-year/100,000-mile power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty and 5-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection. Following is the sales breakdown for January 2007. CARLINE January 2007 January 2006 CY2007 CY2006 ACCENT 2,437 1,353 2,437 1,353 SONATA 7,276 11,643 7,276 11,643 ELANTRA 6,361 7,780 6,361 7,780 TIBURON 777 1,019 777 1,019 SANTA FE 5,635 2,986 5,635 2,986 AZERA 1,685 1,807 1,685 1,807 TUCSON 2,769 3,620 2,769 3,620 ENTOURAGE 781 0 781 0 TOTAL 27,721 30,208 27,721 30,208 [source: Hyundai Motor America]

Jan. 2007 Sales: Volkswagen of America AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced January 2007 sales of 16,610 units, a 2.3 percent increase over the January 2006 total of 16,237 vehicles. This figure represents the best January sales performance since 2003 for the Volkswagen brand. The sporty and affordable Jetta sedan continues as the most popular Volkswagen carline, posting a 3.8 percent sales improvement over January 2006. The GTI, recently named 2007 “Automobile of the Year” by Automobile Magazine, posted a sales surge of 119.3 percent, finding 1,351 new owners in January. Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. Volkswagen is one of the world’s largest producers of passenger cars and Europe’s largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Rabbit, New Beetle, New Beetle convertible, GTI, Jetta, GLI, Passat, Passat wagon, Eos, and Touareg through approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers. Visit Volkswagen of America online at vw.com. [source: Volkswagen of America]

Jan. 2007 Sales: General Motors DETROIT - GM accelerated its efforts to reduce daily rental sales with a dramatic cut versus January 2006, contributing to United States total deliveries of 247,464 vehicles, down 19.7 percent on a sales day adjusted basis, from sales of 296,003 in January 2006. "We are aggressively reducing our daily rental fleet sales as a continuing element of our strategy to offer industry-leading value and improve residuals. Importantly, we also are launching significant new vehicles such as everybody's truck of the year, the Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra full-size pickups, as well as the new GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook mid-utility crossovers," said Mark LaNeve, vice president, GM North American Sales, Service and Marketing. "In January, our mix of total fleet to retail sales continued to improve significantly. The positive movement we have seen in total mix, and the mix of fleet to retail sales, positions us for future retail sales growth." Total full-size pickup retail sales were up 7 percent compared with January 2006, with positive showings by Chevrolet Avalanche up 77 percent and GMC Sierra up 13 percent. Chevrolet Silverado retail sales volume was up more than 1,000 trucks compared with last January. The new GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook together accounted for more than 2,300 retail vehicle sales in the month. Combined with a 25 percent increase in retail sales for Buick Rendezvous, the mid-utility segment grew retail sales 132 percent compared with year-ago January levels. Large luxury utilities continued to perform well, with a 40 percent retail increase by Cadillac Escalade, a 116 percent retail increase by the Escalade ESV and a 44 percent retail increase by Escalade EXT, compared with January 2006. "The continued strong performance of our segment-leading Escalade luxury utilities demonstrates our ability to design and deliver outstanding large luxury SUVs, with the best value, to the marketplace," LaNeve added. Driven by a 5 percent increase in Chevrolet Aveo retail sales, GM's economy car segment retail volume was up 5 percent compared with January 2006. A 6 percent retail increase in Buick Lucerne and a 30 percent increase in Chevrolet Impala retail sales, compared with the same month a year ago, pushed GM's mid-car segment retail volume up 3 percent. Certified Used Vehicles January 2007 sales for all certified GM brands, including GM Certified Used Vehicles, Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, Saturn Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, Saab Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, and HUMMER Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles, were 43,262 units, up nearly 10 percent from last January. GM Certified Used Vehicles, the industry's top-selling certified brand, posted January sales of 37,550 units, up 9 percent from year-ago levels. Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles posted strong January sales of 3,732 units, up nearly 27 percent. Saturn Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 1,326 units in January, down 17.5 percent. Saab Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 527 units, up 22 percent, and HUMMER Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles sold 127 units. "GM Certified Used Vehicles started the new year off strong, increasing sales 9 percent over last January," LaNeve said. "This builds nicely upon 2006, when GM Certified Used Vehicles closed the year as the industry's top-selling manufacturer-certified brand for the fifth consecutive year. We're very pleased with this start and are confident 2007 will be a year for continued growth." GM North America Reports January 2007 Production, 2007 First-Quarter Production Forecast is Revised at 1.080 Million Vehicles In January, GM North America produced 313,000 vehicles (135,000 cars and 178,000 trucks). This is down 74,000 vehicles or 19 percent compared to January 2006 when the region produced 387,000 vehicles (159,000 cars and 228,000 trucks). (Production totals include joint venture production of 15,000 vehicles in January 2007 and 26,000 vehicles in January 2006.) The region's 2007 first-quarter production forecast is revised at 1.080 million vehicles (417,000 cars and 663,000 trucks), down 40,000 vehicles or 3.6 percent from last month's guidance. The production decrease is due to GM's ongoing efforts to reduce low-margin daily rental fleet sales, shifting production to the company's new full-size pickups and the ongoing management of inventories. In the first-quarter of 2006, the region produced 1.255 million vehicles (496,000 cars and 759,000 trucks). GM also announced 2006 actual fourth-quarter production and 2007 revised first-quarter production forecasts for its international regions. GM Europe - In the fourth-quarter of 2006, GM Europe built 443,000 vehicles. In the fourth-quarter of 2005, the region built 443,000 vehicles. The region's 2007 first-quarter production forecast is unchanged at 508,000 units. In the first-quarter of 2006 the region built 494,000 vehicles. GM Asia Pacific - GM Asia Pacific built 509,000 vehicles in the fourth-quarter of 2006. In the fourth-quarter of 2005, the region built 420,000 vehicles. The region's 2007 first-quarter production forecast is revised at 521,000 units, down 10,000 units from last month's guidance. In the first-quarter of 2006 the region built 472,000 vehicles. GM Latin America, Africa and the Middle East - In the fourth-quarter of 2006, the region built 215,000 vehicles. In the fourth-quarter of 2005, the region built 188,000 vehicles. The region's 2007 first-quarter production forecast is revised at 225,000 units, up 11,000 vehicles from last month's guidance. In the first-quarter of 2006, the region built 194,000 vehicles. General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), the world's largest automaker, has been the global industry sales leader for 76 years. Founded in 1908, GM today employs about 284,000 people around the world. With global headquarters in Detroit, GM manufactures its cars and trucks in 33 countries. In 2006, nearly 9.1 million GM cars and trucks were sold globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn and Vauxhall. GM's OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. More information on GM can be found at www.gm.com. Note: GM sales and production results are available on GM Media OnLine at http://media.gm.com by clicking on News, then Sales/Production. In this press release and related comments by General Motors management, we use words like "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "forecast," "objective," "plan," "goal" and similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements, representing our current judgment about possible future events. We believe these judgments are reasonable, but actual results may differ materially due to a variety of important factors. Among other items, such factors might include: the pace of introductions and market acceptance of new products; the effect of competition on our markets and significant changes in the competitive environment; price increases or shortages of fuel; and changes in laws, regulations or tax rates. GM's most recent annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly report on Form 10-Q provide information about these factors, which may be revised or supplemented in future reports to the SEC on Form 10-Q or 8-K. See link for chart: http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet...amp;docid=33014 [source: General Motors]

Jan. 2007 Sales: American Suzuki BREA, Calif. -- (February 1, 2007) -- American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) today announced sales of 8,179 units in January – an increase of 13 percent over January of 2006 and the best January sales in company history. The new monthly sales record follows a record-setting 2006, when ASMC enjoyed automobile sales of 100,990 vehicles for the first time in its 22-year history. ASMC’s record month was led by sales of the new XL7 crossover SUV with 2,206 units sold in January; a 46 percent increase over 2006 and a 52 percent increase in sales of the Aerio and SX4 models. In addition, sales of the popular Forenza family of vehicles increased an impressive 23 percent over last year’s numbers. “Suzuki’s exciting automobile sales momentum is continuing into 2007,” said Koichi Suzuki, president of American Suzuki Automotive Operations. “In 2006, Suzuki achieved a significant milestone in the U.S. by surpassing 100,000 units in annual sales and we expect growing sales of the XL7 and the SX4 to help us continue to sell Suzuki automobiles at a record pace.” Suzuki’s expanded product line in the United States includes the all-new XL7 midsize crossover SUV, the all-wheel-drive SX4 compact sport crossover, the media-acclaimed Grand Vitara, the popular Forenza sedan and Forenza Wagon, the five-door Reno and the Aerio sedan. In addition to the strong vehicle lineup, Suzuki vehicles feature America’s #1 Warranty with its industry-leading 100,000-mile/seven-year, zero deductible, fully-transferable limited powertrain warranty. About Suzuki The Brea, Calif.-based Automotive Operations of American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) was founded in 1985 by parent company Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) and currently markets its vehicles in the United States through a network of more than 520 automotive dealerships in 49 states. Based in Hamamatsu, Japan, SMC is a diversified worldwide automobile, motorcycle and outboard motor manufacturer with sales of more than two million new vehicles annually. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, SMC has operations in 125 countries. For more information, visit www.media.suzukiauto.com. AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORPORATION MONTH END REPORTING JANUARY CYTD 2007 2006 % Change 2007 2006 % Change GRAND VITARA: 1,547 1,976 -22% 1,547 1,976 -22% XL7: 2,202 1,511 46% 2,202 1,511 46% AERIO/SX4: 1,007 663 52% 1,007 663 52% FORENZA/RENO: 3,389 2,758 23% 3.389 2,758 23% VERONA 34 301 -89% 34 301 -89% TOTAL: 8,179 7,210* 13% 8,179 7,210* 13% * last year’s total included one Vitara model [source: American Suzuki]

Jan. 2007 Sales: Audi of America AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – Audi of America today reported strong January sales results. Sales totaled 6,399 vehicles, a 5.2% increase over the previous year, and the best January in the company’s history. January marked the 10th month of the past 12 when Audi sold more vehicles than the pervious year. Johan de Nysschen, Executive Vice President of Audi of America, Inc. stated, “Audi has a great deal of momentum as we enter 2007. We’re coming off record sales in 2006, residual values on our new vehicles are, on average, the best in the luxury set, and the R8 sports car is generating a great deal of interest in the brand. “2007 can be another great year for Audi and our customers,” he said. “We have three significant launches, including the TT Coupe and Roadster, the R8 mid-engine sports car, and the A5 coupe. We’re certainly looking to set another record this year.” The January sales figures were fueled by an 11.8% increase for the A4 model line, as well as continued strong results for the Audi Q7 (1,636 deliveries). Audi saw its biggest growth in the Pacific Northwest region which posted a 60.7% increase over last year’s numbers. New Jersey (44.9%), the Desert region (43.3%), Los Angeles (41.2%), and Miami and Michigan (37.5%) also saw big gains in January. Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) sales were also up for January. Sales totaled 1,859, a 5.7% increase over the previous year. Audi of America is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, and markets a line of luxury cars built in plants in Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm, Germany; Bratislava, Slovakia; Györ, Hungary; and Changchun, China (local market only). The parent company, Audi AG, is headquartered in Ingolstadt, Germany. Audi of America, Inc. January 2007 Sales AUDI US SNAPSHOT ------YEAR TO DATE------ Jan-07 Jan-06 Yr/Yr % Jan-07 Jan-06 Yr/Yr % Actual Actual change YTD YTD change actual actual A3 309 824 -62.5% 309 824 -62.5% TT 10 82 -87.8% 10 82 -87.8% A4 2,865 2,563 11.8% 2,865 2,563 11.8% A4/S4 Cabriolet 370 479 -22.8% 370 479 -22.8% A6/S6 901 1,620 -44.4% 901 1,620 -44.4% A8/S8 308 516 -40.3% 308 516 -40.3% Q7 1,636 - - 1,636 - - Total 6,399 6,084 5.2% 6,399 6,084 5.2% [source: Audi of America]

Jan. 2007 Sales: Subaru of America CHERRY HILL, N.J., Feb. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru of America, Inc. today reported January sales of 12,074 total units. Both the Legacy and Impreza model lines recorded gains over the same period last year. Subaru B9 Tribeca posted 1,125 units for the month. Subaru Legacy recorded a 10 percent gain with unit sales of 5,257, while the Outback accounted for 3,880 units of that line for the month. Subaru Forester recorded 2,739 units in January, while Baja posted 268 units for the month. Subaru Impreza was up five percent from the same period last year, posting a strong 2,685 units in January. For a complete sales chart and additional information about Subaru of America, Inc. and Subaru vehicles, visit our media website at http://www.media.subaru.com. About Subaru of America, Inc. Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of nearly 600 dealers across the United States. Subaru makes the best-selling All-Wheel Drive car sold in America based on R.L. Polk & Co. new vehicle retail registration statistics calendar year-end 2004. For additional information visit http://www.subaru.com. [source: Subaru of America]

Jan. 2007 Sales: Mitsubishi Motors N.A. CYPRESS, Calif., Feb. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) today reported January sales of 9,383 units, up 25.6% from last January's total of 7,463. It was Mitsubishi's best January since 2004 and the largest single month percentage increase in four-and-half years (July 2002). "We are very encouraged at this tremendous start to the year," said MMNA CEO Hiroshi Harunari. "Customers are embracing the all-new Outlander crossover sport utility, while our established models like the sporty Eclipse coupe still have tremendous appeal. We are very excited at the prospects for our all-new Lancer sedan, which will begin sales in the Spring." Outlander sales were 1,918 units, up 166 percent from last year's January volume. Eclipse coupe sales were 2,129, up 37 percent from a year ago. Other January sales highlights: * Eclipse Spyder closed at 306 units, more than five times the sales in January of 2006. * Lancer closed at 1,684 units, up 15 percent from last January volume. * Galant sales were 1,654, an increase of more than four percent Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, marketing, research and development operations of the Mitsubishi Motors Corporation in the United States. Mitsubishi Motors sells coupes, convertibles, sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a network of approximately 520 dealers. For more information, contact the Mitsubishi Motors News Bureau at (888) 560-6672 or visit media.mitsubishicars.com. [source: Mitsubishi Motors North America]

Jan. 2007 Sales: American Honda TORRANCE, Calif 02/01/2007 -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted a new January record for total vehicle sales of 100,790, eclipsing the 2006 record of 98,394, the company announced today. With one additional selling day in 2007, sales declined 1.7 percent based on the daily selling rate*. American Honda January light truck sales hit a record high of 47,378, up 11.0 percent compared to 2006. Honda Division posted record January sales of 87,773, up from last year's record of 84,413, and was supported by record light truck sales of 41,427. Light truck models that broke January records included the CR-V, up 48.1 percent to 14,390; and the Odyssey, up 4.5 percent to 11,165. Sales for Accord, the company's volume leader, increased 12.0 percent for the month to 25,714. "A strong light truck lineup contributed to the company's record January sales," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of American Honda. "The crossover segment continues to grow and key products like the Honda CR-V are increasingly important." The all-new Acura MDX, up 3.8 percent to 4,153, led the Acura Division's sales volume of 13,017. Sales for the MDX and RDX sport luxury SUVs resulted in record Acura light truck sales of the month totaling 5,951. Compared to record January 2006 Acura sales of 13,981, total division sales decreased 10.6 percent based on the daily selling rate. *The daily selling rate is calculated with 25 days for January, 2007, versus 24 for 2006. American Honda Vehicle Sales For January 2007 Month-to-Date Year-to-Date January January DSR** January January DSR** 2007 2006 % Chg. 2007 2006 % Chg. American Honda Total 100,790 98,394 -1.7% 100,790 98,394 -1.7% Total Car Sales 53,412 57,429 -10.7% 53,412 57,429 -10.7% Total Truck Sales 47,378 40,965 11.0% 47,378 40,965 11.0% Honda Total Car Sales 46,346 47,289 -5.9% 46,346 47,289 -5.9% Honda Total Truck Sales 41,427 37,124 7.1% 41,427 37,124 7.1% Acura Total Car Sales 7,066 10,140 -33.1% 7,066 10,140 -33.1% Acura Total Truck Sales 5,951 3,841 48.7% 5,951 3,841 48.7% Domestic Car Sales* 40,394 48,146 -19.5% 40,394 48,146 -19.5% Honda Division 36,516 43,278 -19.0% 36,516 43,278 -19.0% Acura Division 3,878 4,868 -23.5% 3,878 4,868 -23.5% Domestic Truck Sales* 32,988 31,640 0.1% 32,988 31,640 0.1% Honda Division 27,037 27,799 -6.6% 27,037 27,799 -6.6% Acura Division 5,951 3,841 48.7% 5,951 3,841 48.7% Import Car Sales 13,018 9,283 34.6% 13,018 9,283 34.6% Honda Division 9,830 4,011 135.3% 9,830 4,011 135.3% Acura Division 3,188 5,272 -41.9% 3,188 5,272 -41.9% Import Truck Sales 14,390 9,325 48.1% 14,390 9,325 48.1% Honda Division 14,390 9,325 48.1% 14,390 9,325 48.1% MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION Honda Division Total 87,773 84,413 -0.2% 87,773 84,413 -0.2% Fit 2,036 2,036 Accord* 25,714 22,046 12.0% 25,714 22,046 12.0% Memo: Accord Hybrid 248 351 -32.2% 248 351 -32.2% Civic* 18,378 24,788 -28.8% 18,378 24,788 -28.8% Memo: Civic Hybrid 1,783 3,165 -45.9% 1,783 3,165 -45.9% S2000 218 396 -47.2% 218 396 -47.2% Insight 0 59 0 59 FCX 0 0 0 0 Odyssey* 11,165 10,257 4.5% 11,165 10,257 4.5% Pilot* 9,375 9,999 -10.0% 9,375 9,999 -10.0% CR-V 14,390 9,325 48.1% 14,390 9,325 48.1% Element* 3,065 3,729 -21.1% 3,065 3,729 -21.1% Ridgeline 3,432 3,814 -13.6% 3,432 3,814 -13.6% Acura Division Total 13,017 13,981 -10.6% 13,017 13,981 -10.6% RSX 127 1,288 -90.5% 127 1,288 -90.5% TL* 3,878 4,868 -23.5% 3,878 4,868 -23.5% TSX 2,628 3,204 -21.3% 2,628 3,204 -21.3% RL 433 773 -46.2% 433 773 -46.2% NSX 0 7 0 7 MDX* 4,153 3,841 3.8% 4,153 3,841 3.8% RDX* 1,798 0 1,798 0 Selling Days 25 24 25 24 * Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced parts. ** Daily Selling Rate [source: American Honda]

Jan. 2007 Sales: Ford Motor Company DEARBORN, Mich., Feb. 1 - Ford Motor Company's January U.S. sales declined 19 percent compared with a year ago, largely as a result of a planned reduction in sales to daily rental companies. Sales to daily rental companies were cut by 65 percent. “All of us at Ford are focused on restructuring our business to be profitable at lower volumes and offering more of the products people want, including more cars and more crossovers,” said Mark Fields, Ford’s President of The Americas. “We are focusing more of our attention on retail customers and reducing sales to daily rental companies sharply. Our customers benefit from this plan because their vehicles’ residual values will improve – a trend we already are seeing with our newest products.” The resale values of Ford’s newest products have improved by as much as 11 percentage points – with Ford closing the gap on many Asian competitors – according to the Automotive Leasing Guide. Residual values have improved 2 percentage points compared with the prior model year for the 2007 Ford Fusion sedan, 6 points better for the 2007 Lincoln Navigator, 9 points better for the 2007 Ford Expedition and 11 points better for the 2008 Ford Escape. Ford’s new 2007 Edge crossover has resale values higher than Toyota Highlander and Nissan Murano. January marked the first full month on sale for the company's new crossover utilities – the Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX. Edge sales were 5,586 and MKX sales were 1,699. In fact, the Edge post higher sales in its introduction month than did Ford's popular Fusion in its first month (4,078 in October 2005). Dealers reported higher retail sales for the company's 2007 model mid-size cars, the Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, and Lincoln MKZ. In addition, the all-new Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator full-size SUVs extended their winning streaks into 2007. Expedition sales have been higher than a year ago for five months in a row and Navigator sales have been up the last four months. The Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner utility vehicles posted sharply higher retail sales in advance of a new 2008 model, which now is being shipped to dealers from Ford's Kansas City (Mo.) Assembly Plant. Ford saw lower sales for its popular F-Series pickup truck in January (down 15 percent), which compares with a strong performance for America's best-selling pickup last year. The company expects softness in new home construction to adversely affect full-size pickup sales through the first half of 2007. FORD MOTOR COMPANY JANUARY 2007 U.S. SALES ------------------------------------------ January Month January CYTD ------------- % ------------ % 2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ Sales By Brand Ford 132,006 169,412 -22.1 132,006 169,412 -22.1 Mercury 12,604 12,781 -1.4 12,604 12,781 -1.4 Lincoln 9,594 9,345 2.7 9,594 9,345 2.7 Jaguar 1,390 1,596 -12.9 1,390 1,596 -12.9 Volvo 7,808 8,844 -11.7 7,808 8,844 -11.7 Land Rover 3,433 3,693 -7.0 3,433 3,693 -7.0 ----- ----- ----- ----- Total Ford Motor Company 166,835 205,671 -18.9 166,835 205,671 -18.9 Memo: Cars and Trucks Cars 55,842 82,710 -32.5 55,842 82,710 -32.5 Trucks 110,993 122,961 -9.7 110,993 122,961 -9.7 ------- ------- ------- ------- Total Ford Motor Company 166,835 205,671 -18.9 166,835 205,671 -18.9 FORD BRAND JANUARY 2007 U.S. SALES ---------------------------------- January Month January CYTD ------------- % ------------ % 2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ Crown Victoria 5,424 5,200 4.3 5,424 5,200 4.3 Five Hundred 3,526 7,163 -50.8 3,526 7,163 -50.8 Taurus 0 14,655 -100.0 0 14,655 -100.0 Fusion 10,529 9,999 5.3 10,529 9,999 5.3 Focus 8,035 12,452 -35.5 8,035 12,452 -35.5 Mustang 9,064 11,208 -19.1 9,064 11,208 -19.1 Thunderbird 0 244 -100.0 0 244 -100.0 GT 62 157 -60.5 62 157 -60.5 -- --- -- --- Total Ford Cars 36,640 61,078 -40.0 36,640 61,078 -40.0 Escape 8,408 11,010 -23.6 8,408 11,010 -23.6 Edge 5,586 0 NA 5,586 0 NA Freestyle 2,011 4,729 -57.5 2,011 4,729 -57.5 Explorer 8,876 12,000 -26.0 8,876 12,000 -26.0 Expedition 6,143 5,316 15.6 6,143 5,316 15.6 Excursion 0 390 -100.0 0 390 -100.0 Freestar 1,072 5,746 -81.3 1,072 5,746 -81.3 Econoline/Club Wagon 12,521 9,001 39.1 12,521 9,001 39.1 Ranger 4,652 6,186 -24.8 4,652 6,186 -24.8 F-Series 44,919 52,771 -14.9 44,919 52,771 -14.9 Low Cab Forward 220 221 -0.5 220 221 -0.5 Heavy Trucks 958 964 -0.6 958 964 -0.6 --- --- --- --- Total Ford Trucks 95,366 108,334 -12.0 95,366 108,334 -12.0 ------ ------- ------ ------- Total Ford Brand 132,006 169,412 -22.1 132,006 169,412 -22.1 LINCOLN AND MERCURY BRAND JANUARY 2007 U.S. SALES ------------------------------------------------- January Month January CYTD ------------- % ------------ % 2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ Grand Marquis 4,053 4,440 -8.7 4,053 4,440 -8.7 Montego 1,190 1,986 -40.1 1,190 1,986 -40.1 Milan 2,662 2,023 31.6 2,662 2,023 31.6 ----- ----- ----- ----- Total Mercury Cars 7,905 8,449 -6.4 7,905 8,449 -6.4 Town Car 3,124 2,583 20.9 3,124 2,583 20.9 LS 0 873 -100.0 0 873 -100.0 MKZ 2,209 2,692 -17.9 2,209 2,692 -17.9 ----- ----- ----- ----- Total Lincoln Cars 5,333 6,148 -13.3 5,333 6,148 -13.3 ----- ----- ----- ----- Total Mercury and Lincoln Cars 13,238 14,597 -9.3 13,238 14,597 -9.3 Mariner 2,633 2,002 31.5 2,633 2,002 31.5 Mountaineer 1,891 1,997 -5.3 1,891 1,997 -5.3 Monterey 175 333 -47.4 175 333 -47.4 --- --- --- --- Total Mercury Trucks 4,699 4,332 8.5 4,699 4,332 8.5 MKX 1,699 0 NA 1,699 0 NA Navigator 1,788 1,630 9.7 1,788 1,630 9.7 Aviator 0 536 -100.0 0 536 -100.0 Mark LT 774 1,031 -24.9 774 1,031 -24.9 --- ----- --- ----- Total Lincoln Trucks 4,261 3,197 33.3 4,261 3,197 33.3 ----- ----- ----- ----- Total Mercury and Lincoln Trucks 8,960 7,529 19.0 8,960 7,529 19.0 ----- ----- ----- ----- Total Mercury and Lincoln Vehicles 22,198 22,126 0.3 22,198 22,126 0.3 Total Lincoln Brand 9,594 9,345 2.7 9,594 9,345 2.7 Total Mercury Brand 12,604 12,781 -1.4 12,604 12,781 -1.4 JAGUAR BRAND JANUARY 2007 U.S. SALES ------------------------------------ January Month January CYTD ------------- % ------------ % 2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ XJ 384 465 -17.4 384 465 -17.4 S-TYPE 310 578 -46.4 310 578 -46.4 X-TYPE 269 432 -37.7 269 432 -37.7 XK 427 121 252.9 427 121 252.9 --- --- --- --- Total Jaguar 1,390 1,596 -12.9 1,390 1,596 -12.9 VOLVO BRAND JANUARY 2007 U.S. SALES ----------------------------------- January Month January CYTD ------------- % ------------ % 2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ S40 1,371 1,952 -29.8 1,371 1,952 -29.8 V50 195 379 -48.5 195 379 -48.5 S60 1,235 2,064 -40.2 1,235 2,064 -40.2 V70 257 449 -42.8 257 449 -42.8 XC70 855 1,022 -16.3 855 1,022 -16.3 C70 385 27 1,325.9 385 27 1325.9 S80 1,131 568 99.1 1,131 568 99.1 XC90 2,379 2,383 -0.2 2,379 2,383 -0.2 ----- ----- ----- ----- Total Volvo 7,808 8,844 -11.7 7,808 8,844 -11.7 LAND ROVER BRAND JANUARY 2007 U.S. SALES ---------------------------------------- January Month January CYTD ------------- % ------------ % 2007 2006 Change 2007 2006 Change ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ Range Rover 930 917 1.4 930 917 1.4 Range Rover Sport 1,263 1,400 -9.8 1,263 1,400 -9.8 LR3 1,239 1,369 -9.5 1,239 1,369 -9.5 Discovery 0 0 NA 0 0 NA Freelander 1 7 -85.7 1 7 -85.7 - - - - Total Land Rover 3,433 3,693 -7.0 3,433 3,693 -7.0 [source: Ford Motor Company]

Jan. 2007 Sales: Toyota Motor Sales February 1, 2007 - Torrance, Ca. - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported best-ever January sales of 175,850 vehicles, an increase of 5.1 percent over January 2006. The Toyota Division posted best-ever January sales of 153,732, up 4.7 percent. The Lexus Division reported best-ever January sales of 22,118 units sold, an increase of 8 percent. Toyota Division Toyota Division passenger cars recorded best-ever January sales of 86,682, up 7.2 percent over the same period last year. Passenger car sales were led by Camry, which posted January sales of 31,461, up 10.1 percent over the same period last year. Camry Hybrid reported sales of 2,801 units in January. The Prius gas-electric hybrid mid-size sedan posted best-ever January sales of 8,299, an increase of 4.1 percent. The Yaris subcompact posted sales totaling 5,870 units for the month. Corolla reported January sales of 25,519. Toyota Division light truck sales were up 1.6 percent, with a best-ever January total of 67,050 units. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact sport utility vehicle (SUV), which reported best-ever January sales of 11,925, up 22 percent over the same period last year. The Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined January sales of 10,322, up 13.3 percent over the same period last year. The Highlander Hybrid gas-electric mid-size SUV reported sales of 1,810 units for the month. FJ Cruiser reported January sales of 4,948 units. Scion reported January sales of 9,004 units. The tC sports coupe led the way with January sales of 4,413 units. Scion xB posted sales of 2,833 units for the month. Lexus Division Lexus passenger cars reported best-ever January sales of 13,574 units, an increase of 18.7 percent over January 2006. Passenger car sales were led by the ES 350 luxury sedan with best-ever January sales of 5,320 units, up 53.2 percent. The all-new LS 460 reported sales of 3,006, an increase of 142.5 percent. Lexus Division light trucks reported January sales totaling 8,544 units. The RX 350 and RX 400h enjoyed combined January sales of 6,544 units, an increase of 1.5 percent. The RX 400h hybrid luxury utility vehicle reported sales of 1,245 units for the month. In January, TMS posted sales of 14,322 hybrid vehicles. There were 25 selling days this sales month compared to 24 selling days last January. TOYOTA RETAIL SALES (INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII) Jan-07 ----- CURRENT MONTH -- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE -- DSR % DSR % 2007 2006 CHG 2007 2006 CHG YARIS 5,870 0 - 5,870 0 - COROLLA 25,519 24,887 -1.6 25,519 24,887 -1.6 CAMRY 31,461 27,440 10.1 31,461 27,440 10.1 AVALON 6,529 6,946 -9.8 6,529 6,946 -9.8 PRIUS 8,299 7,654 4.1 8,299 7,654 4.1 SCION xA 1,758 2,058 -18.0 1,758 2,058 -18.0 SCION xB 2,833 3,836 -29.1 2,833 3,836 -29.1 SCION tC 4,413 4,807 -11.9 4,413 4,807 -11.9 TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. PASS. CAR 86,682 77,638 7.2 86,682 77,638 7.2 ES 350 5,320 3,333 53.2 5,320 3,333 53.2 LS 430/460 3,006 1,190 142.5 3,006 1,190 142.5 SC 430 302 405 -28.4 302 405 -28.4 GS 300 1,368 1,699 -22.7 1,368 1,699 -22.7 GS 430/450h 183 279 -37.0 183 279 -37.0 IS 250/350 3,395 4,073 -20.0 3,395 4,073 -20.0 TOTAL LEXUS PASS. CAR 13,574 10,979 18.7 13,574 10,979 18.7 TOTAL TOYOTA PASS. CAR 100,256 88,617 8.6 100,256 88,617 8.6 SIENNA 10,849 11,774 -11.5 10,849 11,774 -11.5 RAV4 11,925 9,382 22.0 11,925 9,382 22.0 FJ CRUISER 4,948 0 - 4,948 0 - 4RUNNER 7,330 8,512 -17.3 7,330 8,512 -17.3 HIGHLANDER 10,322 8,748 13.3 10,322 8,748 13.3 LAND CRUISER 234 290 -22.5 234 290 -22.5 SEQUOIA 2,058 2,754 -28.3 2,058 2,754 -28.3 TOTAL SUV 36,817 29,686 19.1 36,817 29,686 19.1 4X2 TACOMA 7,478 7,390 -2.9 7,478 7,390 -2.9 4X4 TACOMA 5,585 5,020 6.8 5,585 5,020 6.8 TOTAL TACOMA 13,063 12,410 1.1 13,063 12,410 1.1 TUNDRA 6,321 9,459 -35.8 6,321 9,459 -35.8 TOTAL PICKUP 19,384 21,869 -14.9 19,384 21,869 -14.9 TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. LT TRUCK 67,050 63,329 1.6 67,050 63,329 1.6 LX 470 287 544 -49.4 287 544 -49.4 GX 470 1,713 1,946 -15.5 1,713 1,946 -15.5 RX 350/400h 6,544 6,189 1.5 6,544 6,189 1.5 TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT TRUCK 8,544 8,679 -5.5 8,544 8,679 -5.5 TOTAL TOYOTA LIGHT TRUCK 75,594 72,008 0.8 75,594 72,008 0.8 TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 153,732 140,967 4.7 153,732 140,967 4.7 TOTAL LEXUS 22,118 19,658 8.0 22,118 19,658 8.0 TOTAL TOYOTA 175,850 160,625 5.1 175,850 160,625 5.1 MEMO: DOM. COROLLA 22,762 23,244 -6.0 22,762 23,244 -6.0 DOM. CAMRY 22,844 24,864 -11.8 22,844 24,864 -11.8 DOM. PICKUP 19,384 21,869 -14.9 19,384 21,869 -14.9 DOM. RX 350 3,789 3,354 8.5 3,789 3,354 8.5 SELLING DAYS 25 24 25 24 TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT CAR 34,547 22,584 46.9 34,547 22,584 46.9 LEXUS IMPORT CAR 13,574 10,979 18.7 13,574 10,979 18.7 TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT CARS 52,135 55,054 -9.1 52,135 55,054 -9.1 TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 100,256 88,617 8.6 100,256 88,617 8.6 TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT LT TRUCK 34,759 26,932 23.9 34,759 26,932 23.9 LEXUS IMPORT LT TRUCK 4,755 5,325 -14.3 4,755 5,325 -14.3 TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT LT TRUCK 32,291 36,397 -14.8 32,291 36,397 -14.8 LEXUS NA BUILT LT TRUCK 3,789 3,354 8.5 3,789 3,354 8.5 TOTAL TOYOTA LT TRUCK 75,594 72,008 0.8 75,594 72,008 0.8 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 40,413 38,365 1.1 40,413 38,365 1.1 Memo: Lexus Sport Utility 8,544 8,679 -5.5 8,544 8,679 -5.5 SMALL VANS 10,849 11,774 -11.5 10,849 11,774 -11.5 PICKUPS 19,384 21,869 -14.9 19,384 21,869 -14.9 * NORTH AMERICAN BUILT VEHICLES COROLLA 22,762 23,244 -6.0 22,762 23,244 -6.0 CAMRY 22,844 24,864 -11.8 22,844 24,864 -11.8 AVALON 6,529 6,946 -9.8 6,529 6,946 -9.8 SIENNA 10,849 11,774 -11.5 10,849 11,774 -11.5 PICKUP 19,384 21,869 -14.9 19,384 21,869 -14.9 SEQUOIA 2,058 2,754 -28.3 2,058 2,754 -28.3 RX 350 3,789 3,354 8.5 3,789 3,354 8.5 TOTAL 88,215 94,805 -10.7 88,215 94,805 -10.7 N.A. VEHICLES % OF TOTAL 50.2% 59.0% 50.2% 59.0% SELLING DAYS 25 24 25 24 DSR = DAILY SELLING RATE [source: Toyota Motor Sales]

Preview: 2008 Nissan Titan, Armada and Pathfinder 2008 Nissan Titan For 2008, the Nissan Titan line adds a new Long Wheelbase (LWB) version and a new Titan PRO-4X model, designed to “enhance Titan’s already strong reputation as the truck of choice for work or adventure.” The 2008 Titan, which will be available in spring 2007, is now offered in four models: XE, SE, PRO-4X and LE; in two body styles: King Cab and Crew Cab; in 4x2 and 4x4 drive configurations; and in with Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) capability (E85 Ethanol). The 2008 Titan also features freshened styling, with a revised front end and wheel lip moldings and all-new wheel styles. Inside, the new Titan features a new seat design and refined meter clusters. Other 2008 Titan enhancements include available Bluetooth hands-free Phone System, XM™ Satellite Radio pre-wiring, heated leather bench seat, revised center stack and a larger, 8.0-inch DVD screen (up from 7.0-inch). Two new exterior colors--Desert Stone and Timberline--are now available. 2008 Nissan Armada Nissan Armada changes to the 2008 model include new option packages, new exterior style, new colors, more luxurious interior amenities and enhanced technology features. Outside, the 2008 Armada features a new front fascia, new headlamp and fog lamp designs, new one-piece roof rack design, revised rear fascia, 20-inch wheel and tire package (LE only) and two new exterior colors: Desert Stone and Officer Green. Inside, Armada offers a 3rd row power folding 60/40 seat (optional LE), new interior colors and fabrics, new gated shifter, new wood grain accents (LE only), available heated steering wheel (LE only), a lockage glove compartment (LE only) and revised steering wheel and combination meter illumination. New technology enhancements include an Intelligent Key with twist start (standard LE, optional SE), enhanced Bose® sound system with Music Box hard drive and 3rd row speakers and amplifier (standard LE, optional SE), Bluetooth® hands-free phone system (optional LE), improved available Nissan Navigation system with a XM® NavTraffic™ system with real-time traffic information (XM contract required), and a larger 8.0-inch screen for the optional DVD Entertainment Package. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder The Nissan Pathfinder expands its lineup for the 2008 model year with the addition of a new 300-plus horsepower 5.6-liter V8, the first V8 offered in its 22-year history in the United States market (the V6 VQ is still available). Other changes for 2008 include new exterior styling and interior features, as well as newly available technology such as a revised Nissan Navigation System with Music Box hard drive (available on LE only). The 2008 Pathfinder’s exterior features new front and rear styling, new 17-inch wheel designs for SE-V6 and LE-V6, with new 18-inch wheel designs for SE-V8 and LE-V8 models, new body side moldings with chrome insert (LE models) and new exterior colors: Mocha and Neve, a premium three-stage pearl paint color. Nissan Sport Magazine

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