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I had to pull the pictures from various news sites since Buick's Media team is apparently asleep and hasn't released them on their media site. (I'll update the gallery when they do). Have gotten the official pics and some from the event today! They are now in the gallery.

Ever since we first got our first look at the Opel/Vauxhall Insignia Grand Sport and Sportwagon, we have been wondering when would see the next Buick Regal. Today at a press event at GM's Technical Center in Warren, MI, the 2018 Buick Regal made its debut in a hatchback and a wagon. We'll begin with the Regal hatchback or Sportback as the brand calls it. There isn't any significant design changes when compared to the Insignia aside from the badge swap. The only thing we would change are the wheels used in the media photos, they just don't fit the Regal at all. Next up is the Regal TourX (pronounced Tour X, not Tour Cross). Based on the Insignia Sports Tourer, Buick has made it slightly more rugged by raising it 0.6-inches and adding body cladding. We can already hear a few you complaining that why doesn't Buick bring over the Insignia Sports Tourer as it is and we would remind you that Americans don't really buy wagons except when they have been SUVized/Crossoverized - see Subaru Outback and Audi A4 Allroad as examples. Power for the Regal comes from a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder. Output is rated at 250 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque for the front-wheel drive Sportback. Opt for the Sportback AWD or TourX and torque rises to 295 pound-feet. A nine-speed automatic comes standard on the front-wheel drive model while an eight-speed automatic comes on AWD models. In terms of safety, both Regal models come with an active hood pedestrian safety system. At speeds between 16 and 30 mph, a pyrotechnic actuator can lift back of the hood up about four inches if it "detects the imminent impact of a pedestrian". Raising the hood will lessen the impact and "potentially reduce injury.” Inside, Buick is claiming both Regal models will offer best-in-class cargo room. Standard equipment includes ten air bags, heated side-view mirrors and a seven-inch infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. An eight-inch screen is available as an option. Buick says the 2018 Regal will arrive at dealers towards the end of the year. Details on pricing will be announced sometime before then. Source: Buick Press Release is on Page 2 Buick Introduces Expressive New 2018 Regal Sportback Sleek appearance, excellent driving performance and unexpected flexibility DETROIT — With the 2018 Regal Sportback, Buick builds on its track record of making bold moves outside traditional vehicle segments to deliver unique customer offerings that fit modern lifestyles. The Regal Sportback provides a sleek, sporty, coupe-like design, the spirited performance of a premium sports sedan and unexpected versatility in one sophisticated package for a perfect balance of form and function. The coupe-like roofline captures the expressive style and passion customers want, while the five-door layout enables easier access to cargo space. With the split-folding second row seats in place, the new Regal Sportback offers 31.5 cubic feet of cargo space, more than twice as much as the 2017 Regal. In keeping with its sporting nature, the Regal Sportback’s cabin takes a driver-centric approach, with the center stack skewed towards the driver for a cockpit feel. The cabin’s craftsmanship is characterized by clean lines, uncluttered surfaces and premium seating materials. “The new Regal Sportback was developed with today’s active, independent, premium car customer in mind,” said Duncan Aldred, vice president, Global Buick and GMC. “They have an SUV in the garage and are looking to complement it with a sport sedan, but have an appreciation for the usefulness of a versatile cargo space when an occasional need arises.” Regal Sportback highlights: Available intelligent all-wheel drive (AWD) with active twin-clutch for improved vehicle control and efficiency in any conditions. AWD models have an eight-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel-drive models have a nine-speed automatic. The 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine produces a GM-estimated 250 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque (FWD) and 295 lb-ft of torque (AWD). The discreetly integrated rear opening has a tri-folding 40/20/40 rear seat available and a 60/40 split-folding seat standard. Safety innovations include a Buick-first active hood pedestrian safety system, Front Pedestrian Braking and Lane Keep Assist. There’s more overall cargo space than the Audi A5 Sportback and BMW 4-series Gran Coupe, with 60.7 cubic feet behind the first row. Signature Buick QuietTuning includes all-new tire insulation to help reduce road noise on front-wheel-drive models and premium five-link rear suspension on AWD models. The Regal Sportback’s spirited performance comes by way of a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine standard producing a GM-estimated 250 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. The power is routed to the front wheels via an all-new nine-speed automatic transmission. An available 295 lb-ft of torque is sent through an eight-speed automatic transmission on models with optional intelligent AWD with an active twin-clutch differential. The engine comes standard with advanced start/stop technology. With the Regal Sportback, Buick continues to establish itself as a leader in all-wheel-drive technology. Also available on the Regal TourX, Envision and LaCrosse, Buick’s innovative new system uses two clutches at the rear wheels for seamless, smart torque distribution. Beneficial not just in snowy weather but also during spirited driving, the system relies less on braking to maintain maximum performance and efficiency. Buick offers AWD across its entire portfolio, with the exception of the Cascada convertible. The exterior design of the 2018 Regal Sportback is visually low and tailored, hinting at an advanced body structure that is stiffer, stronger and approximately 200 pounds lighter than the previous generation Regal. Customers will notice this reduction through more athletic handling and improved efficiency. With wheels pushed farther to the corners and a wheelbase stretched more than 3 inches than its predecessor, more expressive proportions are paired with improved passenger space. The chassis has been tuned for refined control and a confident everyday driving character. AWD models feature an all-new five-link rear suspension that provides improved road noise isolation and tuning designed to match that drivetrain’s advanced capabilities. The 2018 Regal Sportback offers new levels of crash prevention and protection. It is the first Buick to offer a standard active hood pedestrian safety system that senses the imminent impact of a pedestrian between 16-30 mph and uses a pyrotechnic actuator to lift the back of the hood up about 4 inches to lessen the impact and potentially reduce injury. Available Driver Confidence I package adds popular active safety features including Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Rear Park Assist. A more advanced Driver Confidence II package adds Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Alert and Adaptive Cruise Control with Forward Automatic Braking. Standard equipment on every 2018 Regal Sportback includes push-button start and entry, Hill Start Assist, 10 air bags, universal home remote and heated side mirrors. Every Regal Sportback also comes equipped with an OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot (AT&T data plan purchase required after limited data trial period) and five years of the OnStar Basic Plan at no additional cost. Among other benefits like an industry-leading myBuick app, this connectivity plan features OnStar Smart Driver, an opt-in service designed to help Buick owners maximize their vehicle’s overall performance and become better drivers. A 7-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility is standard, while an 8-inch system with available embedded navigation is optional. Bose premium audio is also available, while Sportback offers standard active noise cancellation on all AWD models. Available in four trim levels — Regal, Preferred, Preferred II and Essence — the Regal Sportback is aimed at those who possess a passion for driving and demand a vehicle that represents their personality and style. While pricing and other details will not be announced until closer to the on-sale date in the fourth quarter of 2017, the Regal Sportback will offer style and performance on par with more expensive competitors, with a pricing strategy consistent with why Buick has been named Kelley Blue Book’s Best Value Luxury Brand four years in a row. ----------------------------------------------- 2018 Buick Regal TourX Brings Adventure to Every Drive Rugged utility and upscale amenities are purpose-built for active lifestyles DETROIT — Coming off a historic year with record sales, four new vehicle launches and awards validating Buick’s quality and customer experience, the brand’s introduction of the all-new Regal TourX brings the latest product to broaden the brand’s lineup in the U.S. Like the successful Encore and Cascada, TourX proves Buick continues to make bold moves outside traditional vehicle segments. “Regal TourX is a crossover in the truest sense of the word, with the drive dynamics of a car and the versatility of an SUV,” said Duncan Aldred, vice president, global Buick and GMC. “Additionally, it continues a trend set by the Cascada and Encore of bringing Buick’s contemporary design and attainable luxury credentials to new segments where customers are looking for more. TourX enters a vibrant segment with passion and youthful energy where drivers are able to experience the new Buick.” The TourX rides higher than its Sportback counterpart, enabling greater capability. Its rugged exterior appearance, standard roof rails, interior amenities, standard intelligent all-wheel drive (AWD) with active twin-clutch and functional cargo area epitomize upscale utility, capability and convenience backed by the quality and safety expected from Buick. With the new Regal TourX and Sportback, Buick now offers two new products that expand the expectations and opportunity for individuality in the premium midsize segment. One is a sports sedan with sleek, coupe-like design with five-door versatility; the other, a vehicle with the drive dynamics of a car but with all the usefulness of an SUV. Highlights of Regal TourX: It has more overall cargo space than the Volvo V60 Cross Country, the Audi A4 Allroad, BMW 3-series Sport Wagon and the Subaru Outback, with up to 73.5 cubic feet behind the front seats. Standard intelligent AWD with active twin-clutch provides improved vehicle control and efficiency in any condition. The purpose-built exterior’s ride height increased over the Regal Sportback and it has durable fascia and fender moldings. The hands-free power liftgate has a Buick tri-shield logo lamp that illuminates the ground beneath the sensor, standard on upper trim levels. The 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine produces 250 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque. Customer-minded available accessories including a variable roof rack, portable Bluetooth speaker and keyless keypad entry. An eight-speed automatic transmission is standard. Safety innovations include a Buick-first active hood pedestrian safety system, Front Pedestrian Braking and Lane Keep Assist. Memorable adventures need capable performance, and TourX answers the call with a standard 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine featuring 250 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. That power is routed to the ground via a standard eight-speed automatic transmission and intelligent AWD with active twin-clutch for greater control on any surface. The engine also comes standard with advanced start/stop technology. Also offered on the Regal Sportback, Envision and LaCrosse, Buick’s innovative new system uses two clutches at the rear wheels for seamless, smart torque distribution. Beneficial not just in snowy weather but also during spirited driving, the system relies less on braking to maintain maximum performance and efficiency. Compared to the 2018 Regal Sportback, the TourX is 3.4 inches longer, showcasing a confident side profile and a roofline accent piece that arches along the entire length of the roof and D-pillar, eventually culminating in the LED-accented taillights. Up front, Buick’s winged grille is flanked by standard LED daytime running lights and available LED headlights that are thinner and more landscaped to enhance the low, wide appearance of the front end. Inside the luxurious cabin, the new Regal’s interior design takes a tailored, driver-centric approach, featuring premium materials and host of modern technologies. Refined materials in the cabin feature clean lines and uncluttered surfaces, all while keeping utility and capability of utmost importance. Folding down the second row gives the Regal TourX 73.5 cubic feet of cargo capacity, more than its key competitors, and 32.7 cubic feet in the rear hatch area with seats up. Standard equipment on every 2018 Regal TourX includes intelligent AWD with active twin-clutch, push-button start and entry, Hill Start Assist, 10 air bags, universal home remote and heated side mirrors. Every Regal TourX also comes equipped with an OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot (AT&T data plan purchase required after limited data trial period) and five years of the OnStar Basic Plan[1] at no additional cost. Among other benefits like an industry-leading myBuick app, this connectivity plan features OnStar Smart Driver, an opt-in service designed to help Buick owners maximize their vehicle’s overall performance and become better drivers. A 7-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility is standard on TourX and Preferred trims, while an 8-inch system is standard on the Essence trim with available embedded navigation optional. Bose premium audio with an innovative subwoofer mounted in the spare tire well is also standard with active noise cancellation. The 2018 Regal TourX offers new levels of crash prevention and protection. Along with the Regal Sportback, it is the first Buick to offer a standard active hood pedestrian safety system that senses the imminent impact of a pedestrian between 16-30 mph and uses a pyrotechnic actuator to lift the back of the hood up about 4 inches to lessen the impact and potentially reduce injury. The Regal TourX’s available Driver Confidence I package adds popular active safety features including Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Rear Park Assist. A more advanced Driver Confidence II package adds Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Alert and Adaptive Cruise Control with Forward Automatic Braking. Available in three trim levels — TourX, Preferred and Essence — TourX is designed around a lifestyle and exposes a new generation and a new segment of buyers to the Buick brand. Pricing and other details will be announced closer to the on-sale date in the fourth quarter of 2017. 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Holden is doing something quite special for buyers of the final Australian-built Commodore. CarAdvice got their hands on an email sent from a Holden dealer showing that customers will have the chance to pick a build number on a first come, first serve basis for the Commodore. Here is how the ordering process will work: On April 10th, eligible customers will get a test email from Holden to make sure they have the correct email. A week before May 3rd, customers will get access to a landing page along with login credentials On May 3rd at 12 PM, customers will be able to log in and a build number, 1-1200 for Motorsport 1-360 for Director 1-240 for Magnum All numbers will be on a first-come, first-served basis. This will last until May 10th. After this, the remaining numbers will be randomly allocated to owners who didn't pick a number. We haven't heard about an automaker doing something like this before. But it shows that Holden wants to end local manufacturing on a somewhat postive note. Source: CarAdvice View full article

Ford is looking to make big strides in autonomous vehicles. Last year, CEO Mark Fields said that by 2021, the automaker would have a Level 4 self-driving vehicle (minus the steering wheel and pedals for the gas and brake) for ride sharing services. Then Fields said the Blue Oval would offer self-driving vehicles to consumers by around 2025. However, Ford's vice president of research and advanced engineering has put the brakes on this slightly, saying it might be closer to ten years after that first fleet implementation. “It’s really hard to guess and predict the pace of the technology. Our current view is the adoption rates will be relatively gradual,” said Ken Washington at a keynote address for the SAE WCX World Congress Experience. That doesn't mean that Washington believes self-driving cars will not to come to fruition for consumers, it will take a little bit longer for it to happen. “This is not science fiction. This is not a research project. This is something we’re going to make happen, and others will, too.” Source: Automotive News (Subscription Required) View full article

Volkswagen dropped the pricing information for the 2018 Atlas crossover arriving at dealers next month and it is right on the nose of the automaker's promise of starting somewhere around $30,000. The entry-level Atlas S kicks off at $30,500 and comes with a turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder producing 235 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Standard equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights with LED daytime running lights, rearview camera, 6.5-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and a six-speaker audio system. A 3.6L VR6 with 276 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque adds $1,400 to the price. If you want AWD, be prepared to pony up $33,700 as it is only available with the V6. Here is how the rest of the Atlas lineup is comprised, Atlas S Launch: $33,500 for VR6 FWD, $35,300 for VR6 AWD - Available for a limited time, the S Launch adds a panoramic sunroof, Homelink garage opener, 8-inch infotainment system, and a three-month trial of SiriusXM Satellite Radio. Atlas SE: $33,590 for 2.0T FWD, $34,990 for VR6 FWD, $36,790 for VR6 AWD - Adds automatic headlights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, Blind spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert, push-button start, leatherette upholstery, 10-way power driver's seat, and eight-speaker audio system. Atlas SE with Technology: $35,690 for 2.0T FWD, $37,090 for VR6 FWD, $38,890 for VR6 AWD - Adds adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, forward collision warning with automatic braking, three-zone climate control, power liftgate, and remote start. Atlas SEL: $39,160 for 2.0T FWD, $40,890 for VR6 FWD, $42,690 for VR6 AWD - Adds Easy Open liftgate; 8-way power passenger seat, memory function for driver's seat, Park Distance Control, and an 115V power outlet for second-row passengers. Atlas SEL Premium: $48,490 for VR6 AWD - Adds 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, LED taillights, power folding mirrors, 12.3-inch Volkswagen Digital Cockpit system, navigation, Fender Premium audio system, 360-degree camera system, leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, and heated rear seats. Source: Volkswagen Press Release is on Page 2 VOLKSWAGEN ANNOUNCES PRICING OF CHATTANOOGA-BUILT 2018 ATLAS, STARTING AT $30,500 The thoughtfully-designed Atlas packs a great value, offering generous space, sophisticated driving dynamics and a host of available driver assistance and technology features Pricing starts at $30,500 for the four-cylinder turbocharged 2.0L TSI® S FWD model (late availability) Five trim levels, priced for the heart of the competitive SUV market Two engine options: four-cylinder TSI® turbo or the available powerful VR6®, both with eight-speed automatic transmissions Optional 4Motion® all-wheel-drive system on V6 models Comfortable seating for up to seven adults, with innovative access system for the third row Available interior features include innovative Volkswagen Digital Cockpit instrumentation Only vehicle in its class to offer Automatic Post-Collision Braking System HERNDON, VA (April 3, 2017) — Volkswagen of America, Inc., today announced pricing of the all-new, seven-passenger 2018 Atlas. With a starting Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $30,500 for the four-cylinder turbo 2.0L TSI® S FWD model (late availability), and $31,900 for the 3.6-liter V6 S FWD model, the Chattanooga-built SUV is loaded with standard equipment and available technology features. For maximum utility and comfort, the Atlas offers a spacious interior, with innovative access to the third row. Based on the award-winning Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB) architecture, the Atlas is also fun-to-drive, a signature of Volkswagen vehicles. Atlas models will be available with two engine options, both with an eight-speed automatic transmission: the four-cylinder turbocharged and direct-injection 2.0-liter TSI engine, which produces 235 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque (achieved using premium fuel), and the 3.6-liter VR6® engine, which makes 276-horsepower and 266 lb-ft of torque. An optional 4Motion® all-wheel-drive system is available on VR6 models. The 2018 Atlas is scheduled to arrive in dealerships in May, and will be available in five trim levels to meet the diverse needs and tastes of U.S. customers. MODEL LINE UP Atlas S (Late availability) The Atlas TSI S starts at $30,500 and features a standard four-cylinder turbocharged 2.0L TSI engine. Standard exterior features include 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels; stainless-steel roof rails; LED headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL); and a rearview camera. Inside, standard equipment includes a 6.5-inch Composition Color touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth® connectivity for compatible devices, USB port, Car-Net® App-Connect for compatible devices, enabling seamless integration with the three major smartphone platforms—Apple CarPlay™, Android Auto™ and MirrorLink®; 6 speakers; cruise control; and privacy glass. A 3.6-liter V6 S FWD model is available for $31,900. A 3.6-liter V6 S AWD model is available for $33,700. Atlas S Launch (Limited availability) Available at launch, and only with the 3.6-liter VR6 engine, the Atlas S Launch model is available as a frontwheel-drive model for $33,500, and with all-wheel drive for $35,300. This model adds the following features to the S trim offerings: panoramic sunroof; Homelink® garage door opener; footwell lighting; 8.0-inch Composition Media touchscreen infotainment system; and SiriusXM® Satellite Radio with a three-month trial subscription. Atlas SE Starting at $33,590, the Atlas SE builds off of the S trim. Features include heated door mirrors; automatic headlights; rain-sensing windshield wipers; Blind Spot Monitor w/Rear Traffic Alert; foglights; KESSY® keyless access w/push-button start; multi-function leather-wrapped steering wheel; V-Tex leatherette seating surface; heated front seats; rear sunshades; and 10-way power driver seats. The SE trim also features the 8.0-inch Composition Media touchscreen infotainment system with SiriusXM® Satellite Radio; 8 speakers; and 3 additional USB ports. A 3.6-liter V6 SE FWD model is available for $34,990. A 3.6-liter V6 S AWD model is available for $36,790. Atlas SE with Technology The Atlas SE with Technology model starts at $35,690, and includes a slate of modern convenience and advanced connectivity and driver assistance features, including: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC); Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Monitoring (Front Assist); Lane Departure Warning (Lane Assist), which actively helps the driver steer the car back into its lane if the driver takes his or her hands off the wheel for a defined period of time, or the vehicle crosses a lane marking without use of a turn signal; power liftgate; remote start; Climatronic® 3-zone automatic air conditioning; and an autodimming rearview mirror. A 3.6-liter V6 SE with Technology FWD model is available for $37,090. A 3.6-liter V6 SE with Technology AWD model is available for $38,890. Atlas SEL The Atlas SEL builds on the specifications of the SE with Technology model. For a starting price of $39,160, customers can enjoy even more upscale features: a panoramic sunroof; Easy Open liftgate; 8-way power passenger seat; memory function for driver’s seat and exterior mirrors; front and rear Park Distance Control and a convenient 115v power outlet in the second row (rear of the center console). VR6 models are equipped with a factory-installed tow hitch. A 3.6-liter V6 SEL FWD model is available for $40,890. A 3.6-liter V6 SEL AWD model is available for $42,690. Atlas SEL Premium Available only with 4Motion AWD system and 3.6-liter VR6 engine, the Atlas SEL Premium starts at $48,490. This top-of-the-line model increases the luxury quotient with: the sophisticated 12.3-inch Volkswagen Digital Cockpit, allowing drivers to reconfigure how they view vehicle information; 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels; navigation; LED taillights; power-folding door mirrors; door mirrors with puddle lights; leather seating surfaces; ventilated front seats; heated rear seats; heated steering wheel; automatic High Beam Control (Light Assist); and ambient lighting. The Atlas SEL Premium also adds the following driver assistance and infotainment features: Parking Steering Assistant (Park Assist); Area View camera; and the Fender® Premium Audio System, with a 12-channel, 480-watt amplifier and 12 speakers. Option Packages Captain’s Chairs. Replacing a second-row bench seat, for a total seating capacity of six, Captain’s Chairs will be available in the SE, SE w/ Technology, SEL and SEL Premium models for $625. (Late availability) R-Line. A performance-inspired R-Line package will be available on Atlas SE and SEL trims for $1,960, and augments the SUV with exterior and interior design elements that give it an even sportier appearance. (Late availability) Black Wheels. Black 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels are available on the SEL model for $995 and on the SEL Premium model for $235. View full article

Mercedes-Benz closes out record First Quarter with 79,141 units, up 4.5% Apr 3, 2017 – ATLANTA: Mercedes-Benz today reported record first quarter year-to-date volume at 79,141 units, up 4.5% from 2016. March sales of 29,092 increased 3.3% from the same month last year. Adding 2,871 units for Vans and 389 units for smart, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) achieved a grand total of 32,352 vehicles for the month, up 2.0% from a year ago. Year-to-date, MBUSA also achieved a record close of 87,635 units, up 3.9%. "We're pleased about our record-breaking first quarter for Mercedes-Benz in 2017," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. "We look forward to strong momentum with a number of AMG product launches in the coming summer months as we celebrate AMG's 50th anniversary." Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in March included the C-Class, GLE and E-Class (including the CLS) model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 8,021, followed by the GLE sales of 4,919. The E-Class rounded out the top three with 4,690 units sold. Mercedes-AMG high-performance models sold 3,195 units in March, with a total of 8,339 units sold year-to-date (up 44.6%). Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicles Mar-17 Mar-16 Monthly % YTD 2017 YTD 2016 Yearly % B-CLASS 50 66 -24.2% 159 161 -1.2% CLA 1,079 2,242 -51.9% 4,010 6,884 -41.7% C-CLASS 8,021 6,658 20.5% 20,619 17,839 15.6% E-CLASS/CLS 4,690 4,095 14.5% 12,316 9,585 28.5% S-CLASS 1,434 1,332 7.7% 3,648 4,167 -12.5% SLC 361 314 15.0% 865 850 1.8% SL 262 304 -13.8% 724 887 -18.4% AMG GT 103 140 -26.4% 277 361 -23.3% GLA 1,714 2,205 -22.3% 5,915 6,843 -13.6% GLC 3,126 4,871 -35.8% 8,956 10,998 -18.6% GLE 4,919 4,730 4.0% 12,906 12,341 4.6% GLS 2,938 858 242.4% 7,741 3,880 99.5% G-CLASS 395 349 13.2% 1,005 973 3.3% TOTAL 29,092 28,164 3.3% 79,141 75,769 4.5% Vans1 2,871 3,072 -6.5% 7,433 7,240 2.7% smart 389 479 -18.8% 1,061 1,300 -18.4% MBUSA Combined Total Mar-17 Mar-16 Monthly % YTD 2017 YTD 2016 Yearly % GRAND TOTAL 32,352 31,715 2.0% 87,635 84,309 3.9% 1 Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner Sprinter and Metris Vans are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively. # # #

Subaru Of America, Inc. Reports Record March Sales Record March - monthly sales increase 11.3 percent over March 2016 64 consecutive months of yearly month-over-month growth Best March ever for Outback, Forester and WRX/WRX STI 37 consecutive months of more than 10,000 Outbacks sold 44 consecutive months of more than 10,000 Foresters sold Cherry Hill, N.J. - Subaru of America, Inc. today reported 54,871 vehicle sales for March 2017, an 11.3 percent increase over March 2016, and the best March in the history of the company. The automaker also reported year-to-date sales of 144,250 vehicles, a 9 percent gain over the same period in 2016. March marked the 37th consecutive month of 40,000+ vehicle sales for the company. Outback, Forester and WRX/WRX STI sales were notably strong as each model achieved its best March ever. Impreza sales for March 2017 increased 47.4 percent over the same month in 2016. “We are pleased with our start to 2017,” said Thomas J. Doll, president and chief operating officer, Subaru of America, Inc. “We have a busy year ahead of us with the launch of the all-new 2018 Crosstrek this summer and the 3-row SUV debuting later in the year. We are confident of setting another record in 2017 for Subaru in the U.S.” “We are appreciative our retailers could deliver a best-ever March not only for Outback and Forester, but for the WRX/WRX STI as well,” said Jeff Walters, senior vice president of sales for Subaru of America. “Also, the all-new Impreza continues to impress and we expect it will continue to build on its positive momentum.” Carline Mar-17 Mar-16 % Chg Mar-17 Mar-16 % Chg MTD MTD MTD YTD YTD YTD Forester 15,803 14,284 10.6% 41,476 38,427 7.9% Impreza 7,653 5,193 47.4% 18,584 14,007 32.7% WRX/STI 3,050 2,737 11.4% 7,690 7,453 3.2% Legacy 4,897 5,551 -11.8% 12,703 14,478 -12.3% Outback 15,909 14,122 12.7% 42,572 37,271 14.2% BRZ 439 425 3.3% 987 1,211 -18.5% Crosstrek 7,120 6,973 2.1% 20,238 19,550 3.5% TOTAL 54,871 49,285 11.3% 144,250 132,397 9.0%

Hyundai Motor America Reports March Sales FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today reported sales of 69,265 for the month of March, down eight percent versus a record-setting March 2016. Hyundai Division posts sales of 67,510 units "Tucson, Santa Fe and Elantra were the bright spots for the month, while softness in the mid-size sedan segment continued," said Derrick Hatami, vice president of national sales for Hyundai Motor America. "Ioniq models are now arriving at dealerships across the country, broadening our consumer base and appeal to a wide range of buyers." Genesis Division posts sales of 1,755 units "The Genesis brand gains momentum as G80 and G90s continue to arrive at dealerships," said Erwin Raphael, general manager of Genesis in the U.S. market. "Sales were up for both models over February." SALES BY BRAND MAR/2017 MAR/2016 CY/2017 CY/2016 HYUNDAI 67,510 75,310 163,637 173,330 GENESIS 1,755 0 5,155 0 TOTAL 69,265 75,310 168,792 173,330 MODELS CARLINE MAR/2017 MAR/2016 CY/2017 CY/2016 ACCENT 4,349 7,879 14,763 17,826 SONATA 15,357 28,778 37,869 61,457 ELANTRA 25,063 17,505 54,202 39,363 SANTA FE 11,446 6,546 28,102 17,217 AZERA 380 508 952 1,355 TUCSON 8,985 7,830 21,155 20,384 VELOSTER 1,386 2,342 5,548 6,466 IONIQ 327 0 332 0 GENESIS 210 3,762 698 8,645 EQUUS 7 160 16 617 G80 1,347 0 3,952 0 G90 408 0 1,203 0

BMW Group U.S. Reports March 2017 Sales BMW brand sales increase 3.3 percent MINI brand sales increase 4.7 percent Woodcliff Lake, NJ – April 3, 2017… Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 3.3 percent in March for a total of 31,015 compared to 30,033 vehicles sold in March, 2016. Year-to-date, the BMW brand is up 1.5 percent in the U.S. on sales of 71,682 vehicles compared to 70,613 sold in the first three months of 2016. Notable vehicle sales in March include the BMW 7 Series which increased 10.0 percent to 935 cars, the BMW X3 which increased 42.9 percent to 6,395 vehicles, and the BMW X5 which increased 35.4 percent to 4,896 vehicles. “With the arrival of Spring, thoughts naturally turn to new cars and March gave us a nice boost as our Sports Activity Vehicles, the X3 and X5 in particular, continue to drive the growing demand,” said Bernhard Kuhnt, President and CEO, BMW of North America. “Our new BMW 5 Series is just breaking into what is a difficult market for sedans but orders are solid and with two more variants on their way, we are optimistic for the months ahead.” BMW Group Sales In total, the BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported March sales of 36,002 vehicles, an increase of 3.5 percent from the 34,795 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, BMW Group sales are up 0.6 percent on sales of 81,933 vehicles in the first three months of 2017 compared to 81,452 in the same period in 2016. MINI Brand Sales For March, MINI USA reported 4,987 automobiles sold, an increase of 4.7 percent from the 4,762 sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, MINI USA reported a total of 10,251 automobiles sold, a decrease of 5.4 percent from 10,839 automobiles sold in the first three months of 2016.

MITSUBISHI MOTORS SURPASSES 100,000 SALES IN FY16 WITH STRONG MARCH 2017 SALES Mitsubishi exceeds 100,000 FY16 sales for the first time since 2007 Fourth consecutive fiscal year of sales growth Outlander posts best March sales ever; Outlander March sales increase 96.4 percent over last year Mirage G4 post its best sales month ever Total March 2017 sales up 6.2 percent over March 2016 Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) reported March 2017 sales of 11,766 an increase of 6.2 percent over March 2016. With a strong final month, Mitsubishi's fiscal year 2016 sales closed with over 100,000 sales for the first time since 2007. Leading the way for the brand in March was the popular three-row CUV Outlander, which posted its best March sales month ever with 4,235, an increase of 96.4 percent over March 2016. In just four years, Mitsubishi's volume growth has increased 75 percent and sales per dealer/per month have almost doubled in that same time period. "Eclipsing 100,000 fiscal-year sales is a very important milestone for Mitsubishi and truly signals growth with our brand and the strengthening of our dealer body," said Don Swearingen, executive vice president and COO, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. "And the future looks even brighter. Mitsubishi's solid CUV lineup of Outlander and Outlander Sport gets even stronger with the recently announced Eclipse Cross slated to hit dealerships in early 2018." Total 2017 calendar-year sales are up 15.6 percent compared to last year at this time with 29,147 units sold. March YTD 2017 2016 2017 2016 i‐MiEV 3 1 4 8 Mirage 3324 4113 7470 6232 Lancer 1528 1934 5221 5454 Outlander Sport 2676 2874 6864 7698 Outlander 4235 2156 9588 5820 Total 11766 11078 29147 25212

Mazda Sales Increase 4.9 Percent in March Fourth-Generation MX-5 Miata Records Best-Ever Sales Month IRVINE, Calif., April 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations today reported March U.S. sales of 24,549 vehicles, representing an increase of 4.9 percent versus March of last year. With an equal amount of selling days in 2017 as in 2016, year-to-date sales through March are up 6.8 percent versus last year, with 69,071 vehicles sold. Key March sales notes: The Mazda MX-5 posted its best March since 2008 with 1,345 vehicles sold. Combined MX-5 RF and soft top sales are up 23.4 percent year-over-year, representing the fourth-generation MX-5's best-ever sales month since going on sale in June 2015. Mazda CX-9 roared to an impressive March, recording 2,550 sales. With a 2079.5-percent YOY increase, this represents CX-9's best March since 2013. Sales of the outgoing 2016.5 CX-5 recorded a modest 5.5-percent decline with 8,470 vehicles sold. The all-new 2017 CX-5 began arriving at dealerships nationwide during the last week in March. Total sales of Mazda's CX crossover SUV line, including the CX-3, CX-5 and CX-9, were up 13.3 percent YOY with 12,271 vehicles sold in the month of March. When making purchase decisions regarding crossover SUVs, a majority of Mazda customers continue to choose the AWD option, with 62.2 percent of CX-line vehicles sold in March being equipped with predictive i-ACTIV All-Wheel Drive. Month-To-Date Year-To-Date March March % % MTD March March % % YTD 2017 2016 Change DSR 2017 2016 Change DSR Mazda2 - - N/A N/A - - N/A N/A Mazda3 7,137 7,307 (2.3)% (2.3)% 20,606 22,133 (6.9)% (6.9)% Mazda5 2 75 (97.3)% (97.3)% 5 205 (97.6)% (97.6)% Mazda6 3,794 4,094 (7.3)% (7.3)% 10,692 10,283 4.0% 4.0% MX-5 Miata 1,345 1,090 23.4% 23.4% 3,382 2,409 40.4% 40.4% CX-3 1,251 1,748 (28.4)% (28.4)% 3,714 4,917 (24.5)% (24.5)% CX-5 8,470 8,965 (5.5)% (5.5)% 24,374 23,607 3.2% 3.2% CX-9 2,550 117 2079.5% 2079.5% 6,298 1,090 477.8% 477.8% Total Vehicles CARS 12,278 12,566 (2.3)% (2.3)% 34,685 35,030 (1.0)% (1.0)% TRUCKS 12,271 10,830 13.3% 13.3% 34,386 29,614 16.1% 16.1% TOTAL 24,549 23,396 4.9% 4.9% 69,071 64,644 6.8% 6.8% Selling Days 27 27 75 75

Porsche Reports March 2017 Sales Sales bolstered by Macan and all-new Panamera ATLANTA, April 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor in the United States of Porsche 911, Boxster, and Cayman sports cars, Macan and Cayenne SUVs, and the Panamera four-door sports sedan line-up, today announced March 2017 sales of 4,479 vehicles. This represents a 3.6 percent sales increase over March 2016 and a first quarter gain of 3.9 percent over the same period last year. Year-to-date 2017 sales stand at 12,718 vehicles. March results were strengthened by strong consumer demand for Panamera and Macan models. The 2017 Panamera recorded 554 units in its first month on sale –– a notable 65.9 percent increase over last March. The Macan continued its performance streak achieving 1,802 vehicle sales, a 60.5 percent increase year-over-year. Macan sales stand at 5,337 year-to-date which represents 48.1 percent growth over 2016. Model March Sales Year-to-Date 2017 2016 2017 2016 ALL BOXSTER/CAYMAN 337 633 1,106 1,494 ALL 911 652 938 2,018 2,159 ALL CAYENNE 1,134 1,294 3,640 4,017 ALL PANAMERA 554 334 617 963 ALL MACAN 1,802 1,123 5,337 3,604 GRAND TOTALS 4,479 4,323 12,718 12,238 2016 totals include one 918 Spyder sale

Kia Motors America Announces March Sales Forte Family of Compact Cars Leads March Sales IRVINE, Calif., April 3, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America today announced March sales of 49,429 units, led by the Forte family of compact cars with 10,289 units sold. The month also saw sales of the all-new Niro[1] climb to 2,704 units in the crossover's second full month of availability. MONTH OF MARCH YEAR-TO-DATE Model 2017 2016 2017 2016 Rio 1,246 2,475 3,072 5,366 Forte 10,289 10,406 25,062 23,922 Optima 10,204 11,725 26,945 29,768 Cadenza 437 593 1,125 1,552 K900 43 95 108 246 Niro 2,704 N/A 4,889 N/A Sportage 5,560 6,804 15,414 17,467 Sorento 7,751 9,897 20,775 24,693 Sedona 2,769 4,241 6,418 10,231 Soul 8,426 12,043 23,920 33,076 Total 49,429 58,279 127,728 146,321 [1] Quantities are limited.

VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA REPORTS MARCH 2017 SALES RESULTS Apr 3, 2017 March sales totaled 27,635 units, an increase of 2.7 percent over March 2016 Golf SportWagen sales (which includes the all-new Alltrack) totaled 2,461 units, an increase of 154.2 percent over March 2016, resulting in the best March for the Golf SportWagen on record The Golf GTI delivered its best March on record with 2,010 vehicles sold Sales of the Chattanooga-built Passat rose 2.8 percent over March 2016 to 6,266 units Herndon, VA — (April 3, 2017) Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) today reported sales of 27,635 units delivered in March 2017, a 2.7 percent increase over March 2016. With 76,290 units delivered year-to-date in 2017, the company is reporting an increase of 10.1 percent in year-over-year sales. The Golf family delivered 6,369 units, for an increase of 41.7 percent. The GTI, Golf R, e-Golf and Golf SportWagen each delivered their best March on record, continuing their success of the previous month. March 2017 Sales March 17 March 16 Yr/Yr% change March 17 YTD March 16 YTD Yr/Yr% change Golf 1,035 1,069 -3.2% 3,342 2,942 13.6% GTI 2,010 1,968 2.1% 5,605 5,097 10.0% Golf R 521 404 29.0% 1,461 1,173 24.6% e-Golf 342 86 297.7% 967 612 58.0% Golf SportWagen 2,461 968 154.2% 6,602 2,309 185.9% Total Golf Family 6,369 4,495 41.7% 17,977 12,133 48.2% Jetta Sedan 9,700 10,472 -7.4% 24,563 28,022 -12.3% Jetta SportWagen (now Golf SportWagen) - (1) -100.0% - 1 -100.0% Total Jetta 9,700 10,471 -7.4% 24,563 28,023 -12.3% Beetle Coupe 780 786 -0.8% 2,364 2,003 18.0% Beetle Convertible 717 682 5.1% 1,544 1,316 17.3% Total Beetle 1,497 1,468 2.0% 3,908 3,319 17.7% Eos* - 109 -100.0% - 342 -100.0% Passat 6,266 6,097 2.8% 18,267 14,063 29.9% CC 216 361 -40.2% 562 991 -43.3% Tiguan 3,270 3,519 -7.1% 10,211 9,292 9.9% Touareg 317 394 -19.5% 802 1,151 -30.3% TOTAL 27,635 26,914 2.68% 76,290 69,314 10.06% *Eos production ended in July 2015

Toyota Motor North America Reports March 2017 Sales Toyota division set March and first quarter sales record in light trucks Toyota division SUVs up over 15 percent Lexus division light trucks, Total NX sales set new March best ever PLANO, Texas (April 3, 2017) – Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) Inc., today reported its U.S. March 2017 sales of 215,224 units, a decrease of 2.1 percent from March 2016 on a volume basis. With the same number of selling days in March 2017 compared to March 2016, sales were down 2.1 percent on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. Toyota division posted March 2017 sales of 187,289 units, down 1.2 percent on a volume and DSR basis. “The industry might see its first dip below a 17 million SAAR since June 2016, although it will likely be nearly flat to last March,” said Jack Hollis, group vice president and general manager, Toyota division. “The Toyota division set a new light truck record for the month and quarter as we saw SUV sales sizzle with a best-ever March for RAV4, Highlander, and 4Runner, all up double digits.” Lexus posted sales of 27,935 units, down 7.5 percent on a volume and DSR basis. “In March, luxury utility vehicles continued to move off dealer lots,” said Jeff Bracken, Lexus group vice president and general manager. “NX posted sales up 24 percent, and GX rose by 31 percent as our dealers met customer’s needs with better inventory during our Command Performance Sales Event.” March 2017 Highlights: Camry posts sales of 35,648 units Corolla records sales of over 30,000 units TMNA, Toyota, and Lexus divisions all post new March record for light truck sales RAV4 sales rise 10.3 percent; a best-ever March and first quarter Highlander up 20.8 percent; a best-ever March and first quarter 4Runner up 25.5 percent; posts best-ever March and first quarter Tacoma sales of 16,728 Lexus luxury utility vehicles up 9.5 percent for the month NX up 24 percent for the month, sets new best ever March RX posts sales of 9,445 units GX gains 31 percent in March, up 5.7 percent in first quarter LX up almost 21 percent for the month

Audi of America sets new March record as SUVs and sedans drive consumer demand Sales of Q5 rose 18 percent; Q3 sales up 21 percent A4 sedan increased 20 percent; A6 sales up 8 percent First-quarter sales up 9 percent over last year HERNDON, Virginia, April 3, 2017 – Audi of America reported a March sales increase of 2 percent to 18,705 vehicles, as the Q5, Q3 and A4 led the volume gains. March 2017 marked the 75th consecutive month of record sales for Audi of America. The previous March record was set last year with 18,392 vehicles sold. Through the first quarter of 2017, Audi sales have risen 9 percent to 45,647 vehicles. SUV sales remained strong with the volume-leading Q5 posting sales of 4,382 vehicles, an increase of 18 percent for the month. Sales of the Q3 rose 21 percent over last year to 1,818 vehicles. The Q7 posted 2,660 sales for the month. Consumer demand for Audi sedans bolstered March results. The A4 posted sales of 3,876 vehicles, a 20 percent increase for the month and a 25 percent increase year-to-date. A6 sales rose to 1,576 vehicles, an increase of 8 percent for the month and 10 percent year-to-date. The A3 Sportback e-tron had its second-best sales month ever with 414 vehicles, an increase of 25 percent for the month and 32 percent year-to-date. “We just kicked off our most significant product launch cadence in Audi of America history with the all-new A5 and Q5 models,” said Mark Del Rosso, chief operating officer, Audi of America. “The consumer interest and excitement that are building around these models indicate that our sales momentum will continue into the spring selling season.” AUDI US SNAPSHOT --MTD-- --YTD-- Model Line Mar '17 Actual Mar '16 Actual Yr/Yr % change Mar '17 YTD Actual Mar '16 YTD Actual Yr/Yr % change A3 1,954 2,841 -31.2% 4,888 6,597 -25.9% A3 e-tron 414 332 24.7% 1,201 907 32.4% A4 3,876 3,226 20.1% 7,990 6,378 25.3% A5 674 784 -14.0% 1,311 1,901 -31.0% A6 1,576 1,453 8.5% 3,678 3,358 9.5% A7 541 605 -10.6% 1,426 1,466 -2.7% A8 288 422 -31.8% 793 985 -19.5% allroad 186 177 5.1% 578 450 28.4% Q5 4,382 3,728 17.5% 11,312 8,840 28.0% Q7 2,660 3,004 -11.5% 7,548 6,993 7.9% Q3 1,818 1,505 20.8% 4,102 3,395 20.8% R8 69 7 885.7% 199 27 637.0% TT 267 308 -13.3% 621 663 -6.3% Total Audi Sales 18,705 18,392 1.7% 45,647 41,960 8.8% Total CPO Sales 4,081 4,251 -4.0% 10,964 11,331 -3.2% NOTES: - A3 includes A3 Sedan, S3 Sedan and A3 Cabriolet, but does not include A3 Sportback e-tron. - A4 includes A4 Sedan and S4 Sedan, but does not include A4 allroad. - A5 includes A5 Coupe, S5 Coupe, RS 5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, S5 Cabriolet and RS 5 Cabriolet. - A6 includes A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan. - A7 includes A7 Sedan, S7 Sedan and RS 7 Sedan. - A8 includes A8 Sedan, A8 L Sedan and S8 Sedan. - Q5 includes Q5 and SQ5. - R8 includes R8 Coupe and R8 Spyder. - TT includes TT Coupe, TTS Coupe and TT Roadster.

Jaguar Land Rover North America - Up 18.9% (12,918 Vehicles Sold This Month, 31,251 Vehicles Sold This Year) Subaru of America, Inc. - Up 11.3% (54,871 Vehicles Sold This Month, 144,250 Vehicles Sold This Year) Mitsubishi Motors North America - Up 6.2% (11,766 Vehicles Sold This Month, 29,147 Vehicles Sold This Year) Mazda North American Operations - Up 4.9% (24,549 Vehicles Sold This Month, 69,071 Vehicles Sold This Year) Porsche Cars North America, Inc. - Up 3.6% (4,479 Vehicles Sold This Month, 12,718 Vehicles Sold This Year) BMW Group U.S. - Up 3.5% (36,002 Vehicles Sold This Month, 81,933 Vehicles Sold This Year) Nissan North America - Up 3.2% (168,832 Vehicles Sold This Month, 416,891 Vehicles Sold This Year) Volkswagen of America - Up 2.68% (27,635 Vehicles Sold This Month, 76,290 Vehicles Sold This Year) Mercedes-Benz USA - Up 2% (32,352 Vehicles Sold This Month, 87,635 Vehicles Sold This Year) Audi of America - Up 1.7% (18,705 Vehicles Sold This Month, 45,647 Vehicles Sold This Year) General Motors Co. - Up 1.6% (256,224 Vehicles Sold This Month, 689,521 Vehicles Sold This Year) American Honda Motor Co. - Down 0.7% (137,227 Vehicles Sold This Month, 365,293 Vehicles Sold This Year) Toyota Motor Sales - Down 2.1% (215,224 Vehicles Sold This Month, 532,611 Vehicles Sold This Year) FCA US LLC - Down 5% (190,254 Vehicles Sold This Month, 510,798 Vehicles Sold This Year) Ford Motor Company - Down 7.2% (236,250 Vehicles Sold This Month, 617,302 Vehicles Sold This Year) Hyundai Motor America - Down 8% (69,265 Vehicles Sold This Month, 168,792 Vehicles Sold This Year) Kia Motors America - Down 15% (49,429 Vehicles Sold This Month, 127,728 Vehicles Sold This Year) Volvo Cars of North America, LLC - Down 21.9% (5,357 Vehicles Sold This Month, 13,479 Vehicles Sold This Year) Brands: Acura - Down 21.2% (11,696 Vehicles Sold This Month, 31,762 Vehicles Sold This Year) Alfa Romeo - Up 1,191% (555 Vehicles Sold This Month, 1,106 Vehicles Sold This Year) Audi - Up 1.7% (18,705 Vehicles Sold This Month, 45,647 Vehicles Sold This Year) BMW - Up 3.3% (31,015 Vehicles Sold This Month, 71,682 Vehicles Sold This Year) Buick - Up 15.1% (20,957 Vehicles Sold This Month, 50,205 Vehicles Sold This Year) Cadillac - Down 1.5% (12,861 Vehicles Sold This Month, 33,982 Vehicles Sold This Year) Chevrolet - Down 2.2% (172,458 Vehicles Sold This Month, 471,723 Vehicles Sold This Year) Chrysler - Down 33% (16,969 Vehicles Sold This Month, 47,706 Vehicles Sold This Year) Dodge - Up 10% (50,076 Vehicles Sold This Month, 134,063 Vehicles Sold This Year) Fiat - Down 5% (2,922 Vehicles Sold This Month, 7,231 Vehicles Sold This Year) Ford - Down 7.5% (226,696 Vehicles Sold This Month, 590,219 Vehicles Sold This Year) Genesis - N/A (1,755 Vehicles Sold This Month, 5,155 Vehicles Sold This Year) GMC - Up 12% (49,948 Vehicles Sold This Month, 133,611 Vehicles Sold This Year) Honda - Up 1.8% (125,531 Vehicles Sold This Month, 333,531 Vehicles Sold This Year) Hyundai - Down 10.4% (67,510 Vehicles Sold This Month, 163,637 Vehicles Sold This Year) Infiniti - Up 32.6% (18,266 Vehicles Sold This Month, 43,561 Vehicles Sold This Year) Jaguar - Up 132.2% (4,953 Vehicles Sold This Month, 11,376 Vehicles Sold This Year) Jeep - Down 11% (67,983 Vehicles Sold This Month, 188,743 Vehicles Sold This Year) Kia - Down 15% (49,429 Vehicles Sold This Month, 127,728 Vehicles Sold This Year) Land Rover - Down 8.8% (7,965 Vehicles Sold This Month, 19,875 Vehicles Sold This Year) Lexus - Down 7.5% (27,935 Vehicles Sold This Month, 61,845 Vehicles Sold This Year) Lincoln - Down 1.4% (9,554 Vehicles Sold This Month, 27,083 Vehicles Sold This Year) Maserati - Up 32% (1,312 Vehicles Sold This Month, 3,288 Vehicles Sold This Year) Mazda - Up 4.9% (24,549 Vehicles Sold This Month, 69,071 Vehicles Sold This Year) Mercedes-Benz - Up 3.3% (29,092 Vehicles Sold This Month, 79,141 Vehicles Sold This Year) Mercedes-Benz Vans - Down 6.5% (2,871 Vehicles Sold This Month, 7,433 Vehicles Sold This Year) MINI - Up 4.7% (4,987 Vehicles Sold This Month, 10,251 Vehicles Sold This Year) Mitsubishi - Up 6.2% (11,766 Vehicles Sold This Month, 29,147 Vehicles Sold This Year) Nissan - Up 0.5% (150,566 Vehicles Sold This Month, 373,330 Vehicles Sold This Year) Porsche - Up 3.6% (4,479 Vehicles Sold This Month, 12,718 Vehicles Sold This Year) Ram Trucks - Up 6% (51,749 Vehicles Sold This Month, 132,579 Vehicles Sold This Year) Smart - Down 18.8% (389 Vehicles Sold This Month, 1,061 Vehicles Sold This Year) Subaru - Up 11.3% (54,871 Vehicles Sold This Month, 144,250 Vehicles Sold This Year) Toyota - Down 1.2% (187,289 Vehicles Sold This Month, 470,766 Vehicles Sold This Year) Volkswagen - Up 2.68% (27,635 Vehicles Sold This Month, 76,290 Vehicles Sold This Year) Volvo - Down 21.9% (5,357 Vehicles Sold This Month, 13,479 Vehicles Sold This Year) View full article

FCA US Reports March 2017 U.S. Sales Dodge brand sales up 10 percent; four Dodge brand vehicles post sales gains Ram Truck brand sales up 6 percent; Ram pickup sales increase 6 percent year over year Jeep® Grand Cherokee sales increase 22 percent compared with same month a year ago Fiat 500 sales up 12 percent for the month April 3, 2017 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - FCA US LLC today reported U.S. sales of 190,254 units, a 5 percent decrease compared with sales in March 2016 (199,467 units). In March, fleet sales of 43,992 units were down 15 percent year over year as FCA US continues its strategy of reducing its sales to the daily rental segment. Fleet sales represented 23 percent of total FCA US sales in March. FCA US retail sales of 146,262 units were down 1 percent for the month, and represented 77 percent of total March sales. Dodge brand and Ram Truck brand sales increased year over year in March. Dodge brand sales were up 10 percent, led by the 100 percent increase in Dodge Journey crossover sales. Ram Truck brand sales were up 6 percent in March as the Ram pickup and Ram ProMaster van each posted year-over-year sales gains. Sales of the Jeep® Grand Cherokee – the Jeep brand’s volume leader in March – were up 22 percent compared with the same month in 2016. Sales of the Fiat 500 and the all-new Chrysler Pacifica minivan increased year over year as well in the month. Dodge Brand Four Dodge brand vehicles posted year-over-year sales increases in March, led by the Dodge Journey crossover’s 100 percent sales gain. Sales of the Dodge Challenger were up 17 percent in March. The 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon – the Dodge brand’s new ultimate performance halo car – will be unveiled this month during the 2017 New York International Auto Show week. The Dodge Grand Caravan minivan and the Dodge Viper also turned in year-over-year sales gains for the month. Dodge brand sales were up 10 percent compared with the same month in 2016. Ram Truck Brand Ram pickup truck sales increased 6 percent in March, compared with the same month a year ago. In addition, sales of the Ram ProMaster van were up 24 percent for the month. Ram Truck brand sales, which include the pickup, ProMaster and ProMaster City, were up 6 percent in March. The brand last month unveiled a new exterior color shade for its luxurious and capable Laramie Longhorn line of pickup trucks. RV Match Walnut Brown will serve as the model’s new two-tone contrast color, replacing White Gold. The Ram Laramie Longhorn is the Texas Auto Writers Association’s Luxury Truck of Texas. FIAT Brand Sales of the Fiat 500 increased 12 percent in March, compared with the same month a year ago. Fiat 124 Spider sales were up 39 percent compared with the previous month of February. Experts at Cars.com consider the all-new 2017 Fiat 124 Spider best in its segment, naming it the “Best New Convertible” of 2017. Jeep® Brand The Jeep Grand Cherokee – the brand’s volume leader for the month – recorded a 22 percent year-over-year sales increase in March for its best sales month this year. The all-new 2017 Jeep Compass – the most capable compact SUV ever with the most advanced 4x4 systems in its class – began shipping to Jeep dealerships in March. The new Compass expands the Jeep brand’s global reach with an unmatched combination of attributes that includes legendary and best-in-class 4x4 off-road capability, advanced fuel-efficient powertrains, premium and authentic Jeep design, superior on-road driving dynamics, open-air freedom, and a host of innovative safety and advanced technology offerings. Chrysler Brand Sales of the all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica – the most awarded minivan of 2016 and 2017 – were up in its third month of year-over-year comparisons, and increased 3 percent compared with sales in the previous month of February. March also was the Pacifica’s best sales month so far this year. The Pacifica continues to earn a plethora of awards and accolades in 2017, landing on Kelley Blue Book’s list of the “12 Best Family Cars of 2017” in the best minivans category, and “2017 North American Utility of the Year.” Alfa Romeo Brand Alfa Romeo brand sales of 555 units were up 1,191 percent compared with the same month a year ago. Maserati Brand Maserati brand sales of 1,312 units were up 32 percent compared with the same month in 2016. U.S. Sales Summary March 2017 Month Sales Vol % CYTD Sales Vol % Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Compass 2,651 7,823 -66% 8,552 22,987 -63% Patriot 5,968 9,264 -36% 16,180 29,211 -45% Wrangler 16,336 17,586 -7% 41,311 41,922 -1% Cherokee 14,589 16,302 -11% 40,755 48,438 -16% Grand Cherokee 20,374 16,693 22% 56,600 47,658 19% Renegade 8,065 8,872 -9% 25,345 22,154 14% JEEP BRAND 67,983 76,540 -11% 188,743 212,370 -11% 200 2,565 4,971 -48% 6,620 15,915 -58% 300 4,969 6,172 -19% 15,063 17,141 -12% Town & Country 95 14,200 -99% 341 37,228 -99% Pacifica 9,340 30 New 25,052 140 New CHRYSLER BRAND 16,969 25,373 -33% 47,076 70,424 -33% Dart 1,578 5,137 -69% 4,658 16,241 -71% Avenger 0 8 -100% 0 23 -100% Charger 8,236 8,798 -6% 22,319 26,345 -15% Challenger 6,225 5,325 17% 15,725 16,128 -2% Viper 71 65 9% 178 137 30% Journey 11,858 5,931 100% 34,400 23,892 44% Caravan 15,602 13,124 19% 40,054 38,057 5% Durango 6,506 7,241 -10% 16,729 20,093 -17% DODGE BRAND 50,076 45,629 10% 134,063 140,916 -5% Ram P/U 46,384 43,647 6% 119,199 113,298 5% Cargo Van 0 1 -100% 0 3 -100% ProMaster Van 4,048 3,263 24% 10,047 8,302 21% ProMaster City 1,317 1,886 -30% 3,333 4,551 -27% RAM BRAND 51,749 48,797 6% 132,579 126,154 5% Giulia 484 0 New 966 0 New Alfa 4C 71 43 65% 140 158 -11% ALFA BRAND 555 43 1191% 1,106 158 600% 500 1,671 1,494 12% 4,020 3,595 12% 500L 106 535 -80% 284 1,262 -77% 500X 726 1,056 -31% 1,966 3,258 -40% Spider 419 0 New 961 0 New FIAT BRAND 2,922 3,085 -5% 7,231 8,115 -11% TOTAL FCA US LLC 190,254 199,467 -5% 510,798 558,137 -8% Total Car & MPV 51,432 59,902 -14% 136,381 172,370 -21% Total UV's 87,073 90,768 -4% 241,838 259,613 -7% Total Truck & LCV 51,749 48,797 6% 132,579 126,154 5% MASERATI BRAND 1,312 997 32% 3,288 2,250 46%