William Maley

Allow me to take on these points aside from 1 (since I talked about some, not all of the changes) and 5 (talking comparable base prices, not a similarly equipped Golf GTI, for which I agree) 2: On Volkswagen's consumer's site, it may show the Golf R DCC as the only model. But I had the base Golf R (no DCC, navigation, etc).They built a small number of these models. You can find this in Volkswagen's PR materials and the window sticker. 3 and 4: I should have made it clearer, but I was comparing the Golf R with the standard Golf.

The next member of the Range Rover family was introduced a week before its official showing at Geneva Motor Show. Called the Velar, it will slot into the small space between the Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Sport. We're not kidding about the small space. The Velar is 17-inches longer than the Evoque and two inches shorter than the Sport. In terms of its design, think Range Rover Sport with a lowered roofline and the front end from the Range Rover. The door handles have been integrated into the body to help with aerodynamics (this makes it the most aerodynamically efficient Range Rover with 0.32 coefficient of drag ). All Velars will come with a panoramic sunroof as standard. The interior features Land Rover's Touch Pro Duo infotainment system which is comprised of two 10-inch HD screens. The top screen handles infotainment duties, while the bottom is for climate control (with control knobs) and Terrain Control system. For North America, the Velar will have three engines on offer, 2.0L Ingenium Turbodiesel-four - 180 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque 2.0L Ingenium Turbo-four - 247 horsepower 3.0L Supercharged V6 - 380 horsepower A ZF eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive is standard across the board. For the suspension, Land Rover uses coil springs on four-cylinder models and an air-suspension setup for the V6. Land Rover's off-road technologies such as Terrain Response 2, Low-Traction Launch, hill-descent control, and All Terrain Progress Control are here. Don't expect to be taking the Velar into the muck as it doesn't get a low-range transfer case. You won't be waiting long for the Velar to arrive at Land Rover showrooms. The Velar will arrive this summer with a starting price of $50,895 (includes a $995.00 destination charge). Source: Land Rover Press Release is on Page 2 LAND ROVER INTRODUCES FOURTH MEMBER OF RANGE ROVER FAMILY, THE RANGE ROVER VELAR Range Rover Velar showcases a compelling new design, all-new technology and unrivalled capability across a variety of surfaces and weather conditions A mid-size luxury SUV that delivers new levels of refinement, elegance and technology to the segment Range Rover Velar arrives at U.S. retailers later this year; priced from $49,900 (MAHWAH, NJ) - March 01, 2017 – Land Rover today unveiled the fourth member of the Range Rover family, the Range Rover Velar, at London’s famed Design Museum. Bringing a new dimension of modernity and elegance to the Range Rover family, the Velar is positioned between the Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Sport; offering levels of luxury, refinement and all-terrain capability never before seen in the mid-size SUV segment. Five elements define the absolute desirability of the Range Rover Velar: DRIVEN BY REDUCTION: Stripping Away Complexity to Reveal True Quality Designed and engineered with an unwavering belief in ‘reductionism’ The luxurious, spacious interior is a calm sanctuary, combining elegant simplicity with premium materials and beautiful details such as hidden-until-lit controls THE FOURTH RANGE ROVER: The Next Revolution in SUV Design, With Precision in Every Detail The Range Rover Velar fills the ‘white space’ between Evoque and Range Rover Sport Born from reductionism, Range Rover Velar relies on technology-enabled design, providing the next logical step in expanding the Range Rover portfolio A BLOODLINE LIKE NO OTHER: Respecting Range Rover Heritage without Being Harnessed by it Almost fifty years of Range Rover pedigree provides the confidence to aim higher and allow customers to make more of their world The royalty of the SUV world, Range Rover heritage began with the original prototypes in 1969 which were named Velar ESTABLISHING THE TRENDS OF TOMORROW: Progressing a History of Technology and Innovation for Range Rover Continuing on a history of innovation for Range Rover, the Velar incorporates advanced technologies, compelling design and an absolute attention to detail that portend Range Rover design language for future models Dual touchscreen infotainment system2 called Touch Pro Duo, full color Heads Up Display, super-slim LED headlights, flush deployable door handles and burnished copper detailing offer a glimpse at design trends for future Range Rover models REFINED FOR EVERY OCCASION: Exceeding Expectations with Land Rover’s Legendary Capability On Varying Terrains The refinement customers expect, combined with the unrivalled capability Land Rover is known for Exceptional on-road performance and agility combined with outstanding ride quality and composure RANGE ROVER VELAR AT-A-GLANCE: A compelling, stand out design which features perfectly optimized interior space, powerful, taut surfaces and a stunning silhouette Design purity emphasised by segment-first flush deployable door handles. The debut of a new, state-of-the-art, Land Rover InControl® infotainment system, Touch Pro Duo, featuring two high-definition 10-inch touchscreens for improved functionality and intuitive operation Constructed from a lightweight and stiff aluminium-intensive body structure which enhances performance, agility and efficiency versus traditional steel construction The 113.15 in. wheelbase and intelligently-designed interior deliver an exceptionally large 34.4 cu ft luggage compartment Available air suspension is standard on six-cylinder models improving on- and off-road refinement and capability, while Adaptive Dynamics damping technology further enhances comfort and control All-wheel drive with Intelligent Driveline Dynamics and an optional active locking rear differential (available on six-cylinder derivatives only) deliver maximum driver engagement on-road and ensure Velar leads its segment in all-terrain capability Available traction technologies include Terrain Response®, All Terrain Progress Control, Low Traction Launch, Hill Descent Control(HDC®) and Gradient Release Control A towing capacity of up to 5,500 lbs in six-cylinder models is complemented by the Advanced Tow Assist function – instead of directly steering the vehicle when backing up, the driver can aim where they want the trailer to go using the Touch Pro Duo rotary controller, and the vehicle determines what steering inputs are needed to park the trailer where directed Three available powertrains include a responsive 180HP 2.0-liter Ingenium diesel 4-cylinder, a 247HP 2.0-liter gas Ingenium 4-cylinder and a potent 380HP supercharged 3.0-liter gas V6 engine. Each engine is mated to an 8-speed ZF transmission with all-wheel drive standard. Full suite of available advanced drivers assistance systems including Autonomous Emergency Braking with pedestrian detection, Reverse Traffic Detection, and Driver Condition Monitoring Created from a clean sheet using Jaguar Land Rover’s Lightweight Aluminium Architecture, the Range Rover Velar represents the next chapter of the Range Rover success story. Velar is defined by a visually reductive approach and meticulous attention to precision in every detail; this helps evolve Range Rover DNA and previews the next generation of Range Rover vehicles. Beautifully balanced with optimized proportions, a proud Range Rover lineage is instantly recognizable from the formal, horizontal feature lines, floating roof and continuous waistline, through to the taut and tapered lines at the rear. An optional 22-inch wheel further complements the vehicle’s stunning silhouette while further enhancing a dramatic sense of presence for the Range Rover Velar. Advanced technology is pivotal to the contemporary design: the full-LED headlights are the most slender ever to appear on a production Land Rover vehicle. The flush deployable door handles on the Range Rover Velar help emphasise a taut, elegant design language and contribute to a coefficient of drag of only 0.32Cd – this is the most aerodynamically-efficient Land Rover ever produced. The interior has been designed as a calming sanctuary; combining an exceptional sense of space with luxury materials and finishes, beautiful simplicity and precise execution. Unique in the segment, the Range Rover Velar offers a sustainable, premium textile seat material as an optional alternative to leather. The Dapple Grey woollen upholstery material was developed together with Kvadrat, one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of high-quality design textiles, and is complemented with Suedecloth inserts finished in Ebony or Light Oyster. The interior space of the Range Rover Velar is also defined by a new Land Rover Touch Pro Duo infotainment system. Two 10-inch high-definition touchscreens integrate seamlessly into the cabin architecture reducing the complexity of the dash and enhancing a sense of elegant simplicity. The Range Rover Velar is also practical. Built with seating for five and space for everything that comes with them, the Range Rover Velar features a luggage compartment volume of 34.4 cu ft. behind the second row seats. The incredibly lightweight and stiff aluminium-intensive body structure, together with double-wishbone front- and Integral Link rear suspension provides the perfect basis for agile handling, exceptional ride comfort and outstanding refinement. Combined with a comprehensive restraint system that includes six airbags, and a suite of advanced driver assistance systems including Autonomous Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control with Queue-Assist and an Adaptive Speed Limiter (3), the Range Rover Velar integrates the latest automotive technology. The Range Rover Velar – like all Range Rover vehicles – offers exceptional capability on a variety of surfaces, terrains and weather conditions. The Range Rover Velar features a highly sophisticated all-wheel drive system, available four-corner air suspension and, when equipped with air suspension, a ground clearance of 9.88 in. (8.38 in. with coil springs), wading depth of 25.59 in. (23.62 in. with coil springs) and a suite of traction technologies which include Terrain Response® 2 and All Terrain Progress Control. Exceptional performance comes from the range of three petrol and diesel powertrains, all matched to a smooth-shifting ZF eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive with Intelligent Driveline Dynamics. A clean and refined 180HP four-cylinder Ingenium diesel delivers 317 lb-ft. of torque and will lead the range. The diesel engine is joined by a new and highly-advanced 247HP four-cylinder Ingenium petrol engine which enables acceleration from 0-60 mph in just 6.4seconds. An even more powerful, 380HP supercharged V6 petrol engine combines sports car performance with a unique soundtrack and enables the Velar to accelerate to 60 mph from a standstill in only 5.3seconds before reaching an electronically-limited top speed of 155 mph. The Range Rover Velar and Velar R-Dynamic range comprises of four selectively available specifications including Standard, S, SE or HSE, with three powertrain options depending on trim. Customers can also specify Black and Premium Exterior Packs for an even more distinguished appearance. Most exclusive of all will be the Velar First Edition. Limited to approximately 500 units in the U.S. and available for one model year only, the Velar First Edition is even more luxurious than the HSE specification. This model is powered solely by the 380HP 3.0-liter V6 petrol engine and features a wealth of extra features as standard, including a full extended leather interior, as well as a copper weave carbon fiber trim finisher, to complement the perforated Windsor leather seats finished in two tone Light Oyster/Ebony, a 1,600W Meridian Signature Sound System, and special 22-inch Split-Spoke wheels with diamond-turned finish. First Edition models are available exclusively in one of three colors; Corris Grey, Silicon Silver, or Flux Silver– a unique added cost satin finish exclusive to the First Edition, which will be meticulously hand-sprayed at Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations’ Oxford Road Technical Centre in the UK. Land Rover set a new all-time sales record for the U.S. in 2016. In 2017, the brand will launch the all-new fifth generation Discovery and Range Rover Velar, expanding the line up to six models. Designed and engineered at Jaguar Land Rover’s development centers in the UK, the Range Rover Velar will be produced at the company’s Solihull production facility. In the U.S. it goes on sale later this year, priced from $49,900. 2018 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER VELAR PRICING: Model/Trim Engine Priced From (1) Range Rover Velar 2.0T Si4 247HP $49,900 Range Rover Velar S 2.0T Si4 247HP $54,700 Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic SE 2.0T Si4 247HP $60,100 Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic HSE 2.0T Si4 247HP $67,600 Range Rover Velar S 2.0 Td4 180HP Diesel $56,200 Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic SE 2.0 Td4 180HP Diesel $61,600 Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic HSE 2.0 Td4 180HP Diesel $69,100 Range Rover Velar S 3.0 SC V6 380HP $64,200 Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic SE 3.0 SC V6 380HP $69,600 Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic HSE 3.0 SC V6 380HP $77,100 Range Rover Velar First Edition 3.0 SC V6 380HP $89,300 (1) All prices shown are Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. Excludes $995 destination/handling charge, tax, title, license, and retailer fees, all due at signing, and optional equipment. Retailer price, terms and vehicle availability may vary. See your local authorized Land Rover Retailer for details. View full article

The Camaro Z/28 will be returning for an encore act and it might be using the next-generation of Chevrolet's small-block V8. Car and Driver reports that GM is working on the next-generation LT engines, codenamed LT6 and LT7. These new V8 engines will lose the pushrods and two-valve combustion chambers that have been a key part of the small-block V8. Instead, the new engines will feature dual overhead camshafts, four-valve combustion chambers, flat crankshaft, titanium connecting rods, and possibly dual injection (port and direct). For the Z/28, a 5.5L LT6 could produce 700 horsepower (that's without any sort of forced induction). Car and Driver speculates there could also be a twin-turbo LT7 that could be used in the next Corvette, high-performance Camaros, and Cadillacs. The Camaro Z/28 could arrive next year as a 2019 model year vehicle. Source: Car and Driver View full article

Subaru Of America, Inc. Reports Record February Sales Record February - monthly sales increase 8.3 percent over February 2016 63 consecutive months of yearly month-over-month growth Best February ever for Outback, Forester, Crosstrek and WRX/WRX STI 36 consecutive months of more than 10,000 Outbacks sold 43 consecutive months of more than 10,000 Foresters sold Cherry Hill, N.J. - Subaru of America, Inc. today reported 45,500 vehicle sales for February 2017, an 8.3 percent increase over February 2016, and the best February in the history of the company. The company also reported year-to-date sales of 89,379 vehicles, a 7.5 percent gain over the same period in 2016. These results build on strong sales from 2016 where Subaru achieved its eight consecutive year of sales records and exceeded 615,000 annual sales – a first in the company’s history. February marked the 36th consecutive month of 40,000+ vehicle sales for the company. Outback, Forester, Crosstrek and WRX/WRX STI sales were notably strong as each model achieved its best February ever. Impreza sales for February 2017 increased 31.5 percent over the same month in 2016. “As we enter our 50th Anniversary Jubilee Year, we are off to the best start to a calendar year in the history of our franchise,” said Thomas J. Doll, president and chief operating officer, Subaru of America, Inc. “We are sincerely grateful to our retailers for their continued dedication in making these historic results possible”. “We are excited we could finish with the best February ever for the Outback, Forester, Crosstrek and WRX/WRX STI, as well as impressive growth for the newly-introduced 2017 Impreza,” said Jeff Walters, senior vice president of sales for Subaru of America. “We anticipate continued success throughout the year given the strength we have across our line-up.” Carline Feb-17 Feb-16 % Chg Feb-17 Feb-16 % Chg MTD MTD MTD YTD YTD YTD Forester 12,820 12,239 4.8% 25,673 24,143 6.3% Impreza 5,826 4,432 31.5% 10,931 8,814 24.0% WRX/STI 2,498 2,380 5.0% 4,640 4,716 -1.6% Legacy 3,924 4,454 -11.9% 7,806 8,927 -12.6% Outback 13,477 11,952 12.8% 26,663 23,149 15.2% BRZ 344 425 -19.1% 548 786 -30.3% Crosstrek 6,611 6,129 7.9% 13,118 12,577 4.3% TOTAL 45,500 42,011 8.3% 89,379 83,112 7.5%

BMW Group U.S. Reports February 2017 Sales BMW brand sales increase 0.3 percent MINI brand sales decrease 24.1 percent Woodcliff Lake, NJ – March 1, 2017… Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 0.3 percent in February for a total of 22,558 compared to 22,498 vehicles sold in February, 2016. Year-to-date, the BMW brand is up 0.2 percent in the U.S. on sales of 40,667 vehicles compared to 40,580 sold in the first two months of 2016. “March is the real beginning of the automotive selling season in the U.S. and BMW is well positioned for success with the right mix of vehicles and with the launch of the all-new 5 Series now underway,” said Ludwig Willisch, Head of BMW Group Region Americas. “The trend towards Sports Activity Vehicles is strong but so is demand for the new 5 Series, especially the new M550 which goes on sale in the Spring along with the hybrid-electric 530e.” Notable vehicle sales in February include the new BMW 5 Series with 2,731 cars, the BMW X1 which increased to 2,050 vehicles, and the BMW X3 which increased to 4,020 vehicles. BMW Group Sales In total, the BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported February sales of 24,712 vehicles, a decrease of 2.5 percent from the 25,337 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, BMW Group sales are down 1.6 percent on sales of 45,931 vehicles in the first two months of 2017 compared to 46,657 in the same period in 2016. MINI Brand Sales For February, MINI USA reported 2,154 automobiles sold, a decrease of 24.1 percent from the 2,839 sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, MINI USA reported a total of 5,264 automobiles sold, a decrease of 13.4 percent from 6,077 automobiles sold in the first two months of 2016.

Porsche Reports February 2017 sales Year-to-date sales up 4.1 percent ATLANTA, March 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche 911, 718 Boxster and 718 Cayman sports cars, Macan and Cayenne SUVs, and the Panamera four-door sports sedan line-up in the United States, today announced February 2017 sales of 3,637 vehicles, up 2.1 percent over February 2016 (3,561). Year-to-date Porsche recorded 8,239 vehicle sales, a 4.1 percent increase over the same period last year. The Macan remained in strong demand with 1,575 units sold, up 55.6 percent over February 2016. Macan sales year-to-date stand at 3,535 units which represents a 42.5 percent increase over 2016. The 911 model line achieved 552 vehicle sales, an increase of 10.8 percent compared to February last year. Year-to-date sales of the 911 are up 11.9 percent with 1,366 vehicles sold. Model February Sales Year-to-Date 2017 2016 2017 2016 ALL BOXSTER/CAYMAN 326 430 769 861 ALL 911 552 498 1,366 1,221 ALL CAYENNE 1,156 1,328 2,506 2,723 ALL PANAMERA 28 293 63 629 ALL MACAN 1,575 1,012 3,535 2,481 GRAND TOTALS 3,637 3,561 8,239 7,915

Mercedes-Benz Posts Best-Ever February Sales Volume With 24,522 Units ATLANTA, March 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz today reported the highest February sales in its history with 24,522 units up 6.9% from the 22,941 vehicles sold in February 2016. Adding 2,513 units for Vans and 348 units for smart, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) achieved its highest February to date with a grand total of 27,383 vehicles, up 6.8% from a year ago. "We're off to a solid start to the year, and expect steady growth as we approach the close of the first quarter," said Dietmar Exler, president and CEO of MBUSA. "Strong demand for our SUV lineup continues, and we look forward to the launch of more new models throughout the year." Mercedes-Benz volume leaders in January included the C-Class, GLE and E-Class (including the CLS) model lines. The C-Class took the lead at 6,145, followed by the GLE sales of 4,017. The E-Class rounded out the top three with 3,471 units sold. Mercedes-AMG high-performance models sold 2,548 units in February, with a total of 5,144 units sold year-to-date (up 31.6%). MERCEDES-BENZ USA Sales -- February 2017 Mercedes-Benz Passenger Vehicles Feb-17 Feb-16 Monthly % YTD 2017 YTD 2016 Yearly % B-CLASS 56 37 51.4% 109 95 14.7% CLA 1,526 1,474 3.5% 2,931 4,642 -36.9% C-CLASS 6,145 6,102 0.7% 12,598 11,181 12.7% E-CLASS/CLS 3,471 2,700 28.6% 7,626 5,490 38.9% S-CLASS 1,002 1,558 -35.7% 2,214 2,835 -21.9% SLC 268 270 -0.7% 504 536 -6.0% SL 230 369 -37.7% 462 583 -20.8% AMG GT 93 95 -2.1% 174 220 -20.9% *SLS AMG - 1 - - 1 - GLA 2,194 1,597 37.4% 4,201 4,638 -9.4% GLC 2,765 3,278 -15.6% 5,830 6,127 -4.8% GLE 4,017 3,948 1.7% 7,987 7,611 4.9% GLS 2,467 1,226 101.2% 4,803 3,022 58.9% G-CLASS 288 286 0.7% 610 624 -2.2% TOTAL 24,522 22,941 6.9% 50,049 47,605 5.1% Vans1 2,513 2,269 10.8% 4,562 4,168 9.5% smart 348 422 -17.5% 672 821 -18.1% MBUSA Combined Total Feb-17 Feb-16 Monthly % YTD 2017 YTD 2016 Yearly % GRAND TOTAL 27,383 25,632 6.8% 55,283 52,594 5.1% 1Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner Sprinter and Metris Vans are sold and marketed in the U.S. by Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler Vans USA, respectively. *out of production

Mitsubishi Motors Reports Best February Sales Since 2005 Sales up 38.8 percent over last February Best February for the brand since 2005 Outlander volume up 72.8 percent; records best February sales since 2003 with 3,665 vehicles sold Combined Mirage and Mirage G4 sales up 145 percent over last February CYPRESS, Calif., March 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) reported February 2017 sales of 10,924 an increase of 38.8 percent over February 2016. Mitsubishi's flagship CUV lead the way with total sales of 3,665, an increase of 72.8 percent over last year and the best February sales month in 14 years (2003). The spirited and fuel efficient Mirage and Mirage G4 posted combined sales of 2,835 representing an increase of 145 percent over February 2016. For the calendar year, Mitsubishi sales are up 23 percent when compared to the same period last year. February YTD 2017 2016 2017 2016 i‐MiEV 1 5 1 7 Mirage 2835 1156 4146 2119 Lancer 2225 1997 3693 3520 Outlander Sport 2198 2591 4188 4824 Outlander 3665 2121 5353 3664 Total 10924 7870 17381 14134

Kia Motors America Announces February Sales Best-Ever February Sales for the Forte Family of Compact Cars IRVINE, Calif., March 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America today announced February sales of 42,673 units, led by the Optima midsize sedan with 8,892 units sold. The month also saw the best February sales performance in company history for the Forte family of compact cars, and 2,143 units of the all-new Niro crossover sold in its first full month of availability. MONTH OF FEBRUARY YEAR-TO-DATE Model 2017 2016 2017 2016 Rio 840 1,461 1,826 2,891 Forte 8,506 8,187 14,773 13,516 Optima 8,892 9,630 16,741 18,043 Cadenza 372 585 688 959 K900 31 83 65 151 Niro 2,143 N/A 2,185 N/A Sportage 5,231 5,860 9,854 10,663 Sorento 6,845 8,101 13,024 14,796 Sedona 2,111 3,988 3,649 5,990 Soul 7,702 11,842 15,494 21,033 Total 42,673 49,737 78,299 88,042

February Brings More Sales Records for American Honda American Honda continues record pace in February for total vehicle and truck sales Honda CR-V raises the bar again, breaking February record with a 26.3 percent jump Honda HR-V also nets a February record, gaining 28.6 percent Acura RDX has its best-ever February, rising 6.1 percent as it continues to pace division TORRANCE, Calif., March 1, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported total February sales of 121,686 Honda and Acura vehicles, an increase of 2.3 percent over February 2016 and a new record for the month. American Honda trucks also set a February record, rising 12.2 percent on sales of 63,989. Total Honda Division sales as well as Honda truck sales also set new February marks, with total Honda Division sales gaining 4.3 percent on sales of 110,822 and trucks up 15.3 percent on sales of 56,419 units. Acura Division sales were down 14.9 percent, with 10,864 vehicles sold in February. Honda The Honda Division continued its record sales streak into the second month of the year, gaining 4.3 percent on sales of 110.882 units to set a new February benchmark. CR-V and HR-V repeated strong January performances, driving Honda trucks to a February record as well. The Fit also gained in February while Civic and Accord held their own in a market tilting toward trucks. Honda trucks set a new benchmark in February, gaining 15.3 percent on sales of 56,419. CR-V and HR-V drove truck sales, both setting new February marks; CR-V sales were up 26.3 percent on sales of 31,898, and HR-V up 28.6 percent with 6,354 units sold. Accord and Civic continue to swim against the tide, with sales cresting 23,000 and 27,000 units, respectively. "The new CR-V is exceeding our own expectations with production and deliveries now fully up to speed," said Jeff Conrad, senior vice president and general manager of the Honda Division. "It's clearly hitting a sweet spot in the market and complemented by HR-V at the entry level." Acura Acura sales continued recent trends, with the RDX enjoying its best-ever February. NSX also remained steady, showing no signs of the winter doldrums that can affect ultra-performance cars. And after a strong first outing at Daytona in January, the NSX GT3 racecar goes to the legendary 12 Hours of Sebring in search of endurance racing glory later this month. Acura's popular RDX set a new February record, gaining 6.1 percent on sales of 4,029 vehicles. Continuing a steady production and sales pace, 46 NSX supercars were sold in February. American Honda Vehicle Sales for February 2017 Month-to-Date Year-to-Date February 2017 February 2016 DSR** % Change MoM % Change February 2017 February 2016 DSR** % Change YoY % Change American Honda Total 121,686 118,985 2.3% 2.3% 228,066 219,482 3.9% 3.9% Total Car Sales 57,697 61,950 -6.9% -6.9% 106,264 116,332 -8.7% -8.7% Total Truck Sales 63,989 57,035 12.2% 12.2% 121,802 103,150 18.1% 18.1% Honda Total Car Sales 54,403 57,267 -5.0% -5.0% 100,244 108,079 -7.2% -7.2% Honda Total Truck Sales 56,419 48,945 15.3% 15.3% 107,756 88,380 21.9% 21.9% Acura Total Car Sales 3,294 4,683 -29.7% -29.7% 6,020 8,253 -27.1% -27.1% Acura Total Truck Sales 7,570 8,090 -6.4% -6.4% 14,046 14,770 -4.9% -4.9% Total Domestic Car Sales 46,581 58,489 -20.4% -20.4% 85,936 109,939 -21.8% -21.8% Honda Division 43,390 53,909 -19.5% -19.5% 80,099 101,887 -21.4% -21.4% Acura Division 3,191 4,580 -30.3% -30.3% 5,837 8,052 -27.5% -27.5% Total Domestic Truck Sales 63,989 57,035 12.2% 12.2% 121,802 103,150 18.1% 18.1% Honda Division 56,419 48,945 15.3% 15.3% 107,756 88,380 21.9% 21.9% Acura Division 7,570 8,090 -6.4% -6.4% 14,046 14,770 -4.9% -4.9% Total Import Car Sales 11,116 3,461 221.2% 221.2% 20,328 6,393 218.0% 218.0% Honda Division 11,013 3,358 228.0% 228.0% 20,145 6,192 225.3% 225.3% Acura Division 103 103 0.0% 0.0% 183 201 -9.0% -9.0% Total Import Truck Sales 0 0 0.0% 0.0% 0 0 0.0% 0.0% Honda Division 0 0 0.0% 0.0% 0 0 0.0% 0.0% Acura Division 0 0 0.0% 0.0% 0 0 0.0% 0.0% MODEL BREAKOUT BY DIVISION Honda Division Total 110,822 106,212 4.3% 4.3% 208,000 196,459 5.9% 5.9% * ACCORD 23,455 25,785 -9.0% -9.0% 42,991 46,550 -7.6% -7.6% * CIVIC 27,039 27,707 -2.4% -2.4% 50,134 54,448 -7.9% -7.9% CLARITY FCV 27 0 0.0% 0.0% 69 0 0.0% 0.0% CR-Z 118 128 -7.8% -7.8% 207 320 -35.3% -35.3% * FIT 3,764 3,647 3.2% 3.2% 6,842 6,742 1.5% 1.5% INSIGHT 0 0 0.0% 0.0% 1 19 -94.7% -94.7% CROSSTOUR 3 190 -98.4% -98.4% 3 456 -99.3% -99.3% * CR-V 31,898 25,250 26.3% 26.3% 61,185 44,458 37.6% 37.6% HR-V 6,354 4,940 28.6% 28.6% 12,043 9,117 32.1% 32.1% ODYSSEY 6,800 8,994 -24.4% -24.4% 13,300 16,215 -18.0% -18.0% PILOT 8,099 9,572 -15.4% -15.4% 15,279 18,133 -15.7% -15.7% RIDGELINE 3,265 -1 -326,600.0% -326,600.0% 5,946 1 594,500.0% 594,500.0% *** Memo: Accord FHEV 1,867 68 2,645.6% 2,645.6% 3,578 139 2,474.1% 2,474.1% Memo: Civic Hybrid 8 143 -94.4% -94.4% 24 304 -92.1% -92.1% Acura Division Total 10,864 12,773 -14.9% -14.9% 20,066 23,023 -12.8% -12.8% ILX 739 1,500 -50.7% -50.7% 1,432 2,733 -47.6% -47.6% NSX 46 0 0.0% 0.0% 96 0 0.0% 0.0% RLX / RL 103 103 0.0% 0.0% 183 201 -9.0% -9.0% TLX 2,406 3,080 -21.9% -21.9% 4,309 5,319 -19.0% -19.0% MDX 3,541 4,292 -17.5% -17.5% 6,815 7,868 -13.4% -13.4% RDX 4,029 3,798 6.1% 6.1% 7,231 6,902 4.8% 4.8% *** Memo: RLX Hybrid 27 12 125.0% 125.0% 38 30 26.7% 26.7% Selling Days 24 24 48 48 **** Hybrid 2,066 351 488.6% 488.6% 3,944 812 385.7% 385.7% * Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic & global sourced parts ** Daily Selling Rate *** Memo line items are included in the respective model total **** Hybrid includes FHEV, PHEV, CR-Z, Civic Hybrid, Insight, ILX Hybrid, RLX Hybrid, RLX Sport Hybrid, MDX Sport Hybrid and NSX