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New Products Drive Ford's October Sales, Share Gains DEARBORN, Mich., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- * Ford, Lincoln and Mercury October U.S. sales totaled 132,483, up 3 percent versus a year ago and 21 percent higher than September * October marks the third time in the last four months Ford sales have increased * October retail share was up for the 12th time in 13 months * All-new Taurus accelerates in October; Ford dealers report Taurus retail sales nearly tripled year-ago levels * Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars and crossovers post sales increases; overall car sales were up 11 percent versus a year ago, and crossovers were up 23 percent * Ford's new F-150 continues to achieve share gains, followed being named the coveted "Truck of Texas" by the Texas Auto Writer's Association Ford, Lincoln and Mercury October U.S. sales totaled 132,483, up 3 percent versus a year ago and 21 percent higher than September. This marks the third time in the last four months Ford sales have increased. "Consumer demand for our new high-quality, fuel-efficient products is driving Ford's market share gains," said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing Sales and Service. "Ford vehicles are among the 'freshest' available by any automaker - with more than 80 percent of our sales in October coming from our new 2010 models." Ford estimates its total market share in October was more than 15 percent - higher than a year ago and higher than its share in the first nine months of 2009. Ford's October retail share was up for the 12th time in 13 months. "The Ford plan is working, led by the strength of our product lineup and customer demand for our new cars, utilities and trucks," said Czubay. "Consumers increasingly are noticing that the Ford difference is our great products, our strong business and our leadership in quality, fuel efficiency, safety, smart technologies and value." October Sales Highlights * All-new Ford Taurus sales totaled 6,076, up 141 percent versus a year ago. Dealers reported retail sales nearly tripled year-ago levels. * Other new Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars posting increases included the Ford Fusion (up 24 percent), Ford Mustang (up 2 percent) and Lincoln MKZ (up 27 percent). * Crossover utilities posted strong sales increases: Ford Escape was up 26 percent; Ford Edge up 38 percent; Ford Flex up 8 percent; Mercury Mariner up 36 percent; Lincoln MKX up 15 percent. In addition, sales of the all-new Lincoln MKT crossover were up 36 percent from September. * Ford's F-Series truck achieved sales of 39,496 and a year-to-year share increase in the full-size pickup category. In addition, the all-new Ford F-150 SVT Raptor captured the coveted "Truck of Texas" award from the Texas Auto Writer's Association. Ford's F-Series has been the No. 1-selling truck in America for 32 years straight. * Ford's new EcoBoost engine technology is winning customers, too. In October, sales of EcoBoost-equipped models were twice as high as September. EcoBoost provides customers up to 20 percent improvement in fuel economy and a 15 percent reduction in emissions versus larger-displacement engines. EcoBoost is standard on the Taurus SHO and available on the Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT. Note: The sales data included in this release and the accompanying tables are based largely on data reported by dealers representing their sales to retail and fleet customers. About Ford Motor Company Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F), a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 200,000 employees and about 90 plants worldwide, the company's automotive brands include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury and Volvo. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit www.ford.com. FORD MOTOR COMPANY OCTOBER 2009 U.S. SALES ------------------------------------------ October % Year-To-Date % ------- ------------ 2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ Sales By Brand Ford 119,072 114,969 3.6 1,181,440 1,468,488 -19.5 Lincoln 6,735 7,399 -9.0 65,971 90,223 -26.9 Mercury 6,676 6,753 -1.1 75,924 103,631 -26.7 ----- ----- ------ ------- Total Ford, Lincoln and Mercury 132,483 129,121 2.6 1,323,335 1,662,342 -20.4 Volvo 4,437 3,717 19.4 51,166 63,745 -19.7 ----- ----- ------ ------ Total Ford Motor Company 136,920 132,838 3.1 1,374,501 1,726,087 -20.4 Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Sales By Type Cars 45,225 40,854 10.7 491,997 591,606 -16.8 Crossover Utility Vehicles 27,771 22,552 23.1 292,340 318,455 -8.2 Sport Utility Vehicles 8,572 9,102 -5.8 74,140 137,498 -46.1 Trucks and Vans 50,915 56,613 -10.1 464,858 614,783 -24.4 ------ ------ ------- ------- Total Trucks 87,258 88,267 -1.1 831,338 1,070,736 -22.4 ------ ------ ------- --------- Total Vehicles 132,483 129,121 2.6 1,323,335 1,662,342 -20.4 FORD BRAND OCTOBER 2009 U.S. SALES ---------------------------------- October % Year-To-Date % ------- ------------ 2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ Crown Victoria 3,380 3,299 2.5 28,458 42,616 -33.2 Taurus 6,076 2,517 141.4 33,692 46,167 -27.0 Fusion 13,445 10,836 24.1 148,045 128,381 15.3 Focus 10,119 10,576 -4.3 136,032 175,958 -22.7 Mustang 4,789 4,686 2.2 56,469 83,557 -32.4 ----- ----- ------ ------ Ford Cars 37,809 31,914 18.5 402,696 476,679 -15.5 Flex 2,182 2,017 8.2 32,058 9,569 235.0 Edge 8,185 5,951 37.5 72,624 99,781 -27.2 Escape 12,471 9,886 26.1 138,739 135,558 2.3 Taurus X 37 1,329 -97.2 6,027 20,907 -71.2 --- ----- ----- ------ Ford Crossover Utility Vehicles 22,875 19,183 19.2 249,448 265,815 -6.2 Expedition 2,878 3,647 -21.1 23,445 46,919 -50.0 Explorer 4,596 3,991 15.2 41,138 68,330 -39.8 ----- ----- ------ ------ Ford Sport Utility Vehicles 7,474 7,638 -2.1 64,583 115,249 -44.0 F-Series 39,496 43,324 -8.8 334,922 436,022 -23.2 Ranger 3,910 3,891 0.5 47,826 58,706 -18.5 Econoline/Club Wagon 5,658 8,429 -32.9 72,474 109,848 -34.0 Transit Connect 1,513 0 NA 5,677 0 NA Low Cab Forward 11 30 -63.3 209 775 -73.0 Heavy Trucks 326 560 -41.8 3,605 5,394 -33.2 --- --- ----- ----- Ford Trucks and Vans 50,914 56,234 -9.5 464,713 610,745 -23.9 ------ ------ ------- ------- Ford Brand 119,072 114,969 3.6 1,181,440 1,468,488 -19.5 LINCOLN BRAND OCTOBER 2009 U.S. SALES ------------------------------------- October % Year-To-Date % ------- ------------ 2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ MKS 1,609 2,072 -22.3 13,961 8,924 56.4 MKZ 1,661 1,309 26.9 18,158 26,223 -30.8 Town Car 360 1,146 -68.6 9,055 12,831 -29.4 MKX 1,675 1,459 14.8 18,063 25,436 -29.0 MKT 619 0 NA 1,074 0 NA Navigator 810 1,034 -21.7 5,515 12,771 -56.8 Mark LT 1 379 -99.7 145 4,038 -96.4 --- --- --- ----- Lincoln Brand 6,735 7,399 -9.0 65,971 90,223 -26.9 MERCURY BRAND OCTOBER 2009 U.S. SALES ------------------------------------- October % Year-To-Date % ------- ------------ 2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ Grand Marquis 2,176 1,967 10.6 19,185 25,058 -23.4 Sable 63 645 -90.2 6,154 14,356 -57.1 Milan 1,547 1,801 -14.1 22,788 27,535 -17.2 Mariner 2,602 1,910 36.2 23,755 27,204 -12.7 Mountaineer 288 430 -33.0 4,042 9,478 -57.4 --- --- ----- ----- Mercury Brand 6,676 6,753 -1.1 75,924 103,631 -26.7 VOLVO BRAND OCTOBER 2009 U.S. SALES ----------------------------------- October % Year-To-Date % ------- ------------ 2009 2008 Change 2009 2008 Change ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ S40 811 501 61.9 6,711 8,638 -22.3 V50 229 187 22.5 1,858 1,557 19.3 S60 26 612 -95.8 5,835 8,269 -29.4 S80 541 424 27.6 6,999 9,235 -24.2 V70 121 140 -13.6 1,542 2,812 -45.2 XC60 900 0 NA 6,784 0 NA XC70 296 469 -36.9 4,873 8,204 -40.6 XC90 982 901 9.0 8,224 16,193 -49.2 C70 214 244 -12.3 4,625 5,142 -10.1 C30 317 239 32.6 3,715 3,695 0.5 --- --- ----- ----- Volvo Brand 4,437 3,717 19.4 51,166 63,745 -19.7 SOURCE Ford Motor Company

Audi Reports its Third-Best October for U.S. Sales HERNDON, Va., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- * Last month only trailed record set in October 2008 by 1.1% * Consumer demand continues to surge for the Audi Q5 crossover * Strong sales seen with the Audi Q7 TDI® and the all-new A5 Cabriolet Audi today reported October sales in the U.S. of 7,358 luxury performance cars and SUVs, a result that approached the all-time October record set by the brand a year earlier. The latest full-month sales only trailed the 7,443 Audi vehicles sold in October 2008 following the introduction of the all-new Audi A4, and the 7,420 sold in October 2007, when the U.S. luxury car market was nearing its sales peak in the U.S. "There can be no questioning the enthusiasm for the Audi brand that continues as we unveil new products and build on the momentum we've established in prestige and customer satisfaction," said Johan de Nysschen, President, Audi of America. "We believe the long-term value of our products speaks for itself. Clearly, the American consumer is listening." Demand continued to surge in October for the Audi Q5 3.2 quattro®, which has exceeded sales expectations since its introduction in February 2009. Despite restricted supply, Audi reported sales of 1,238 Q5 models for the most recent month, a pace that suggests the Audi crossover remains one of the fastest turning cars on dealer lots in the U.S. Audi had a 15-days supply of unsold Q5 models in its sales pipeline at the end of October. The Audi A5/ S5 coupes also remained extremely popular with October sales increasing 28% and year-to-date sales jumping 45.3% from the first 10 months of 2008. American interest in the exceptional performance and efficiency found in Audi TDI clean diesel technology continued to build in October. TDI clean diesel technology delivers 30% better fuel-economy than a comparable gasoline-powered engine and produces 20% less greenhouse gas. Sales of the Audi Q7 TDI increased to 41% of all Q7 models sold during the month. That far exceeded original expectations that demand for the TDI models would equal 15-18% of Q7 sales. Partly as a result of strong TDI sales, inventories of unsold Q7 models stood at a 24-days supply. Based on preliminary industry sales reports, Audi is confident its year-to-date share of the imported luxury vehicle market in the U.S. will approach the 8.6% level registered by the record October sales of 2008. Audi expects to show it remains the best-performing luxury brand with regard to year-over-year sales performance for year-to-date 2009. Audi sold 5,449 cars and 1,909 SUVs in October. Audi will continue its new-product momentum later this month with the launch of the Audi A3 TDI®. This model will revolutionize fuel efficiency in the luxury segment by achieving 42 mpg in highway driving, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. That's a fuel economy rating unmatched by all other luxury models. ABOUT AUDI Audi of America Inc. and its 270 dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. The Audi lineup is one of the freshest in the industry with 23 models, including 12 models launched during model years 2008 and 2009. Audi is among the most successful luxury automotive brands globally. In selling one million vehicles worldwide in 2008, AUDI AG recorded its 13th consecutive record year for sales growth. AUDI US SNAPSHOT -----YEAR TO DATE----- ---------------- Model Line Oct-09 Oct-08 Yr/Yr % Oct-09 Oct-08 Yr/Yr % ---------- Actual Actual Change YTD YTD Change Actual Actual ------ ------ ------ ------ ------- ------ A3 254 255 -0.4 2,911 3,989 -27.0 ------- --- --- ---- ----- ----- ----- A4 3,016 3,784 -20.3 30,983 36,185 -14.4 ------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ ----- A5 1,107 865 28.0 7,344 5,056 45.3 ------- ----- --- ---- ----- ----- ---- A6 669 758 -11.7 5,463 10,021 -45.5 ------- --- --- ----- ----- ------ ----- A8 208 415 -49.9 1,254 2,583 -51.5 ------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- ----- Audi Q5 1,238 0 0.0 10,564 0 0.0 ------- ----- --- --- ------ --- --- Audi Q7 671 984 -31.8 6,123 11,091 -44.8 ------- --- --- ----- ----- ------ ----- R8 45 114 -60.5 591 635 -6.9 ------- -- --- ----- --- --- ---- TT 150 268 -44.0 1,643 3,700 -55.6 ------- --- --- ----- ----- ----- ----- Total Audi Sales 7,358 7,443 -1.1 66,876 73,260 -8.7 ---------------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ---- NOTES: - A4 includes Audi A4 sedan, Avant, and RS models. - A5 includes Audi A5 coupe' and S5 coupe' models. - A6 includes Audi A6 sedan, S6 sedan and A6 Avant models. - A8 includes Audi A8 sedan, A8L sedan, and S8 sedan models. - TT includes Audi TT coupe' and TT roadster models. SOURCE Audi of America Inc.

Chrysler Group LLC Reports October 2009 U.S. Sales Increase Compared with September 2009 AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- * Sales increase 6 percent compared with September 2009 * Dodge Avenger posts year-over-year increase in sales of 13 percent * Dodge Grand Caravan sales increase 8 percent compared with the same time period last year * Chrysler Brand, led by the Chrysler Sebring, saw total sales increase 42 percent versus September 2009 * Six out of nine Dodge cars post total sales increases versus September 2009 Chrysler Group LLC today reported a 6 percent increase in total U.S. sales compared with September 2009. Chrysler and Dodge brands reported month-over-month increases. Chrysler Group reported total U.S. sales for October of 65,803 units, an increase of 6 percent compared with September and a decrease of 30 percent compared with the same time period in 2008. The company finished the month with 159,428 units in inventory, representing a 68-day supply. Inventory is down 60 percent versus October 2008 when it totaled 395,996 units. Overall industry figures for October are projected to come in at an estimated 10.4 million SAAR. "The industry showed signs of improvement this month with increasing sales, which is a trend we expect to continue for the remainder of the year," said Fred Diaz, President and Chief Executive Officer-Ram Brand and Lead Executive for the Sales Organization, Chrysler Group LLC. "Chrysler Group expects to get its fair share of the increases as November and December traditionally are two of the best months for SUV sales, and the Jeep® brand offers customers the best SUVs in the marketplace." October Brand U.S. Sales Highlights * Dodge Car Brand sales (26,265 units) increased 24 percent compared with September 2009 o Six out of nine Dodge Car Brand vehicles posted sales increases compared with the previous month: Dodge Avenger, up 48 percent; Dodge Challenger, up 35 percent; Dodge Viper, up 47 percent; Dodge Journey, up 23 percent, Dodge Nitro up 26 percent and Dodge Grand Caravan, up 119 percent o Dodge Avenger and Dodge Grand Caravan post year-over-year sales increases of 13 percent and 8 percent respectively * Chrysler Brand vehicles post a 42 percent increase (12,815 units) compared with September 2009 o Chrysler Sebring sales (2,219 units) increased 75 percent versus September 2009 o Chrysler Sebring Convertible sales increased 77 percent versus the previous month * Ram Truck Brand saw Dodge Dakota sales increase 29 percent versus September o Production of the all-new 2010 Ram Heavy Duty pickup has begun, and trucks will start arriving in U.S. dealerships just in time for the holidays * Three Jeep Brand vehicles saw retail sales increases in October compared with September 2009. The three vehicles are: Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot and Jeep Commander * Mopar U.S. net sales were down 6 percent compared with September 2009, reflecting challenging market conditions o In October, Mopar announced hundreds of new products, including: live mobile TV with up to 20 channels and, for racing and off-road enthusiasts, new crate engines, long blocks and aluminum HEMI® engine blocks (December availability) o The brand also announced the opening of the Mopar eStore later this month at www.mopar.com, where consumers will have the opportunity to conveniently order parts and accessories online and have them delivered directly to their doorstep by the nearest dealer Incentives Chrysler Group LLC today announced it was furthering its "Invest in America" partnership with more than 2,000 credit unions in the United States by offering preferred pricing on eligible Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram Truck vehicles through Nov. 30 to the more than 90 million credit union members. In addition, Chrysler Group LLC announced the following incentives, valid through Nov. 30, 2009. 2010 Model Year Vehicles Chrysler Brand: Chrysler brand announces a variety of incentive programs to fit almost any need offering consumers various combinations of attractive financing rates and consumer cash. * Starting November 4, Chrysler offers attractive financing rates, including 0 percent interest for up to 48 months, along with a no-cost service/maintenance program for three years/36,000 miles o The no-cost maintenance program includes full mechanical coverage, most scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, roadside assistance, trip interruption and alternate transportation when the vehicle is being serviced. Consumers should visit their local Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge dealer for full details of the no-cost maintenance program * Qualified consumers can choose low APR financing, including 0 percent for up to 48 months, on select 2010 model year vehicles through GMAC Financial Services, or consumer cash of up to $2,500 Jeep Brand: Beginning today, the Jeep brand announces the following incentives: * Starting November 4, Jeep offers attractive financing rates, including 0 percent interest for up to 48 months, along with a no-cost service/maintenance program for three years/36,000 miles * Qualified consumers can choose low APR financing, including 0 percent for up to 60 months or consumer cash of up to $3,000 * Current Jeep vehicle owners also are eligible for $500 Owner Loyalty Bonus Cash Dodge Car Brand: Dodge Car Brand is offering consumers: * A combination of attractive financing rates as low as 0 percent for up to 48 months and consumer cash of up to $1,000 * Low financing rates for qualified customers, including 0 percent financing for up to 48 months or consumer cash of up to $2,000 Ram Truck Brand: Ram Truck Brand is offering consumers: * A combination of attractive financing rates as low as 0 percent for up to 48 months and consumer cash of up to $1,000 Low financing rates for qualified customers, including 0 percent financing for up to 48 months or consumer cash of up to $3,500 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram dealers continue to offer competitive lease rates on all 2010 model year vehicles. Featured vehicles with special lease rates through Nov. 30, 2009 are: Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Journey, Jeep Liberty and Wrangler and Ram 1500. 2009 Model Year Vehicles A limited number of 2009 model year Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram vehicles are available with a combination of consumer cash and attractive financing rates. Chrysler Group LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru October 2009 ------------------------------------------------------- Month Sales Vol % Sales CYTD Vol % Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change ----- ------- ----- ------ ------- ----- ------ Sebring 2,548 3,772 -32% 19,979 65,200 -69% 300 2,914 3,415 -15% 32,236 55,222 -42% Crossfire 0 253 -100% 499 1,819 -73% PT Cruiser 135 3,145 -96% 16,895 45,490 -63% Aspen 54 1,045 -95% 5,906 18,726 -68% Pacifica 0 606 -100% 1,955 6,227 -69% Town & Country 7,164 7,667 -7% 68,879 102,954 -33% CHRYSLER BRAND 12,815 19,903 -36% 146,349 295,638 -50% -------------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- --- Compass 327 855 -62% 10,352 23,244 -55% Patriot 1,148 3,252 -65% 26,744 50,596 -47% Wrangler 5,305 6,292 -16% 70,350 71,427 -2% Liberty 2,725 3,918 -30% 35,378 58,211 -39% Grand Cherokee 3,256 5,638 -42% 43,146 62,971 -31% Commander 739 1,405 -47% 9,582 24,059 -60% JEEP BRAND 13,500 21,360 -37% 195,552 290,508 -33% ---------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- --- Caliber 583 4,438 -87% 30,397 78,507 -61% Avenger 4,221 3,723 13% 31,552 57,551 -45% Charger 4,864 6,255 -22% 50,974 86,475 -41% Challenger 2,398 3,014 -20% 21,276 11,457 86% Viper 28 87 -68% 395 959 -59% Magnum 0 56 -100% 113 6,833 -98% Journey 3,678 4,380 -16% 41,520 40,007 4% Caravan 9,020 8,369 8% 73,932 110,767 -33% Nitro 1,426 2,457 -42% 15,071 32,528 -54% Durango 47 984 -95% 3,463 18,323 -81% DODGE BRAND 26,265 33,763 -22% 268,693 443,407 -39% ----------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- --- Dakota 515 957 -46% 9,409 22,583 -58% Ram P/U 12,262 17,626 -30% 155,467 213,684 -27% Sprinter 446 921 -52% 5,849 12,229 -52% RAM BRAND 13,223 19,504 -32% 170,725 248,496 -31% --------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- --- TOTAL CHRYSLER GROUP LLC 65,803 94,530 -30% 781,319 1,278,049 -39% TOTAL CAR 17,556 25,014 -30% 187,423 365,115 -49% TOTAL TRUCK 48,247 69,516 -31% 593,896 912,934 -35% Selling Days 28 27 257 257 ------------ -- -- --- --- SOURCE Chrysler Group LLC

Daimler AG Reports a Total of 18,854 Cars Sold for the Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. for October 2009 -- Mercedes-Benz USA Records Highest Sales Month of the Year with Sales of 18,193, an Increase of 21.3 Percent Compared to October 2008 -- smart USA Records 661 Sales in October NEW YORK, Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (stock exchange abbreviation DAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division in the U.S. (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 18,854 units, an increase of 9.4 percent compared to October 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted. Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported October sales of 18,193 vehicles, its highest month of the year and a 21.3% improvement over October 2008. "Clearly we're very pleased with this month's result and we believe that we will be able to parlay this into a strong fourth quarter and continued increases in our market share," said Ernst Lieb, President & CEO of MBUSA. Lieb attributed the strong month to a more stabile economic environment relative to last year and to the momentum of the company's new products -- the compact SUV GLK-Class and the new 9th generation E-Class -- as well as volume leaders like its C- and M-Class model lines. The GLK-Class, introduced in January 2009, has outsold every vehicle in its class on a year-to-date basis. The all-new, 9th generation E-Class, launched in late June, recorded sales of 6,071 for October 2009, up 189.4% over October 2008. The other volume leaders for the month were the C-Class and M-Class with sales of 4,122, and 2,370 respectively. On a year-to-date basis, the company sold 153,606 new vehicles, trailing the comparable period last year by 20.1%. smart USA recorded 661 sales in October 2009. Year-to-date sales now total 13,082 units. Since its introduction in the United States, there are nearly 40,000 smart fortwos traveling the roads throughout America. The smart fortwo offers the right balance of power, outstanding fuel efficiency, innovative safety features, environmental friendliness and excellent value. There are 79 smart centers located in 36 states. Detailed vehicle sales information for MBUSA will be announced later today in a separate press release issued by Mercedes-Benz USA. Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. Sales Summary Through October 2009 -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Month Sales % Sales CYTD % Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change ------- ----- ------ ------- ----- ------ Mercedes-Benz USA 18,193 14,996 21.3% 153,606 192,294 -20.1% ----------------- ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- ----- smart USA 661 2,236 -70.4% 13,082 20,392 -35.8% --------- --- ----- ----- ------ ------ ----- Mercedes-Benz USA / smart USA combined 18,854 17,232 9.4% 166,688 212,686 -21.6% ------------------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- ----- Further information on Daimler is available on the internet at www.media.daimler.com About Daimler Daimler AG, Stuttgart, with its businesses Mercedes-Benz Cars, Daimler Trucks, Daimler Financial Services, Mercedes-Benz Vans and Daimler Buses, is a globally leading producer of premium passenger cars and the global market leader of heavy- and medium-duty trucks as well as buses. The Daimler Financial Services division has a broad offering of financial services, including vehicle financing, leasing, insurance and fleet management. Daimler sells its products in nearly all the countries of the world and has production facilities on five continents. The company's founders, Gottlieb Daimler and Carl Benz, continued to make automotive history following their invention of the automobile in 1886. As an automotive pioneer, Daimler and its employees willingly accept an obligation to act responsibly towards society and the environment and to shape the future of safe and sustainable mobility with groundbreaking technologies and high-quality products. The current brand portfolio includes the world's most valuable automobile brand, Mercedes-Benz, as well as smart, AMG, Maybach, Freightliner, Western Star, Mitsubishi Fuso, Setra, Orion and Thomas Built Buses. The company is listed on the stock exchanges in Frankfurt, New York and Stuttgart (stock exchange abbreviation DAI). In 2008, the Group sold 2.1 million vehicles and employed a workforce of over 270,000 people; revenue totaled EUR 95.9 billion and EBIT amounted to EUR 2.7 billion. Daimler is an automotive Group with a commitment to excellence, and aims to achieve sustainable growth and industry-leading profitability. SOURCE Daimler Corporate Communications

Sales Up Year to Date and Month Over Month IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of its best quarter ever in company history, Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced October sales of 22,490 units, a 45.3-percent increase over the same month last year. Year to date sales totaled 261,060, a 7.2-percent increase over the same period last year. October sales were led by the all-new Kia Forte compact and Rio subcompact, selling 4,984 and 4,005 units respectively. The Kia Borrego SUV also sold well, posting its best month ever with 3,919 units. Kia Motors is in the midst of a dramatic, design-led transformation, which has been delivering dynamically styled vehicles in several important segments at exactly the right time contributing to the brand's continued gains in U.S. market share. The upcoming launch of the all-new 2011 Sorento CUV, the official vehicle of the NBA and the first vehicle to be built at the company's first U.S.-based manufacturing facilities in West Point, Georgia, will further enhance the lineup. About Kia Motors America Kia Motors America (KMA) is the marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 650 dealers throughout the United States. For 2008, KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of increased U.S. market share. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to Surprise." Kia Motors America is the "Official Automotive Partner of the NBA." Information about Kia Motors America and its full vehicle line-up is available at its Web site - www.kia.com. For media information, including photography, visit www.kiamedia.com. MONTH OF OCTOBER YEAR-TO-DATE ---------------- ------------ Model 2009 2008 2009 2008 ----- Rio 4,005 2,291 27,238 32,620 Spectra 266 3,265 46,960 62,180 Forte 4,984 n/a 17,381 n/a Optima 3,075 1,672 33,905 42,450 Amanti 51 199 3,607 3,005 Sportage 1,146 1,371 40,042 29,224 Sorento 1,154 3,101 19,667 23,737 Sedona 1,013 1,863 24,730 22,721 Rondo 814 1,514 12,545 26,194 Borrego 3,919 207 8,685 1,440 Soul 2,063 n/a 26,300 n/a Total 22,490 15,483 261,060 243,571 SOURCE Kia Motors America

TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported October sales of 152,165 vehicles, a decrease of 3.5 percent from last October, on a daily selling rate basis. The Toyota Division posted October sales of 132,663 units, a decrease of 5.8 percent from the same period last year. The Lexus Division reported October sales of 19,502 units, an increase of 15.5 percent over the year-ago month. Toyota Division Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 85,169 units, a decrease of 3.3 percent from last October. Passenger car sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid, which posted combined October sales of 30,136 units. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid posted October sales of 13,496 units, up 10.3 percent over the year-ago month. Corolla recorded sales of 25,717 units. Venza reported sales of 5,035 units for the month. Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of 47,494 units, down 10.0 percent from the year-ago month. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV with October sales of 13,971 units, up 10.2 percent over the same time last year. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 5,979 units for the month. The Tacoma mid-size pickup reported sales of 8,921 units in October. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded sales of 7,537 units for the month, up 13.1 percent over last October. Sienna recorded October sales of 8,249 units. Scion posted October sales of 3,862 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 1,782 units. The tC sports coupe posted October sales of 1,057 units. The xD reported sales of 1,023 units for the month. Lexus Division Lexus passenger cars reported October sales of 10,441 units, up 7.9 percent from the year-ago month. Passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan, with sales of 4,413 units, up 2.8 percent over last October. The IS entry luxury sport line posted combined October sales of 3,162 units, up 10 percent over the same period last year. Lexus Division light trucks reported October sales of 9,061 units, up 25.7 percent over the same period last year. Lexus sales were led by the RX luxury utility vehicle which posted combined October sales of 8,316 units, up 54.8 percent over the year-ago month. The RX 450h hybrid luxury utility vehicle reported sales of 1,567 units for the month, up 145.7 percent over last October. TMS Hybrids TMS posted October sales of 18,757 hybrid vehicles, up 10.9 percent over the same period last year. Toyota Division posted sales of 15,603 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division posted October sales of 3,154 hybrids. There were 28 selling days this month, compared to 27 selling days last October. TOYOTA RETAIL SALES (INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII) October, 2009 -- CURRENT MONTH -- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE -- DSR % DSR % 2009 2008 CHG 2009 2008 CHG ---- ---- --- ---- ---- --- YARIS 4,384 4,871 -13.2 55,169 93,366 -40.9 COROLLA 25,717 27,386 -9.4 240,755 307,071 -21.6 CAMRY 30,136 30,556 -4.9 294,493 386,118 -23.7 VENZA 5,035 0 N/A 44,451 0 N/A AVALON 2,539 3,543 -30.9 22,417 37,852 -40.8 PRIUS 13,496 11,804 10.3 118,290 142,365 -16.9 SCION xA 0 0 N/A 3 39 -92.3 SCION xB 1,782 2,594 -33.8 22,313 41,265 -45.9 SCION tC 1,057 2,224 -54.2 16,085 37,904 -57.6 SCION xD 1,023 1,925 -48.8 12,709 25,294 -49.8 TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. PASS. CAR 85,169 84,904 -3.3 826,687 1,071,276 -22.8 ----------------- ------ ------ ---- ------- --------- ----- ES 4,413 4,141 2.8 37,844 54,783 -30.9 HS 1,527 0 N/A 3,312 0 N/A LS 804 1,502 -48.4 8,192 17,532 -53.3 SC 41 98 -59.7 636 1,787 -64.4 GS 494 819 -41.8 5,771 13,838 -58.3 IS 3,162 2,772 10.0 31,073 43,144 -28.0 TOTAL LEXUS PASS. CAR 10,441 9,332 7.9 86,828 131,084 -33.8 ---------------- ------ ----- --- ------ ------- ----- TOTAL TOYOTA PASS. CAR 95,610 94,236 -2.2 913,515 1,202,360 -24.0 ----------------- ------ ------ ---- ------- --------- ----- SIENNA 8,249 8,003 -0.6 68,021 102,890 -33.9 RAV4 13,971 12,227 10.2 120,834 118,965 1.6 FJ CRUISER 849 1,657 -50.6 9,230 23,353 -60.5 4RUNNER 345 3,555 -90.6 13,472 40,861 -67.0 HIGHLANDER 5,979 7,032 -18.0 67,463 88,983 -24.2 LAND CRUISER 165 185 -14.0 1,912 3,388 -43.6 SEQUOIA 1,478 1,829 -22.1 13,230 26,421 -49.9 TOTAL SUV 22,787 26,485 -17.0 226,141 301,971 -25.1 --------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----- 4X2 TACOMA 4,144 5,202 -23.2 46,883 70,975 -33.9 4X4 TACOMA 4,777 4,799 -4.0 47,811 56,341 -15.1 TOTAL TACOMA 8,921 10,001 -14.0 94,694 127,316 -25.6 TUNDRA 7,537 6,425 13.1 64,136 121,451 -47.2 TOTAL PICKUP 16,458 16,426 -3.4 158,830 248,767 -36.2 TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. LT TRUCK 47,494 50,914 -10.0 452,992 653,628 -30.7 LX 404 567 -31.3 2,917 6,983 -58.2 GX 341 1,204 -72.7 5,524 14,036 -60.6 RX 8,316 5,180 54.8 73,641 68,399 7.7 TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT TRUCK 9,061 6,951 25.7 82,082 89,418 -8.2 ----------------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ---- TOTAL TOYOTA LIGHT TRUCK 56,555 57,865 -5.8 535,074 743,046 -28.0 ------------------ ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- ----- TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 132,663 135,818 -5.8 1,279,679 1,724,904 -25.8 TOTAL LEXUS 19,502 16,283 15.5 168,910 220,502 -23.4 ----------- ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- ----- TOTAL TOYOTA 152,165 152,101 -3.5 1,448,589 1,945,406 -25.5 MEMO: DOM. COROLLA 25,615 20,530 20.3 210,022 219,320 -4.2 DOM. CAMRY 29,830 30,270 -5.0 285,069 379,270 -24.8 DOM. RAV4 4,959 0 N/A 36,114 0 N/A DOM. HIGHLANDER 1,023 0 N/A 1,023 0 N/A DOM. PICKUP 16,458 16,426 -3.4 158,830 248,765 -36.2 DOM. RX 5,286 4,356 17.0 48,898 50,389 -3.0 SELLING DAYS 28 27 257 257 ------------ --- --- --- --- TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT CAR 22,150 30,561 -30.1 264,728 434,834 -39.1 LEXUS IMPORT CAR 10,441 9,332 7.9 86,828 131,084 -33.8 TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT CARS 63,019 54,343 11.8 561,959 636,442 -11.7 TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 95,610 94,236 -2.2 913,515 1,202,360 -24.0 TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT LT TRUCK 16,350 24,656 -36.1 176,797 275,550 -35.8 LEXUS IMPORT LT TRUCK 3,775 2,595 40.3 33,184 39,029 -15.0 TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT LT TRUCK 31,144 26,258 14.4 276,195 378,078 -26.9 LEXUS NA BUILT LT TRUCK 5,286 4,356 17.0 48,898 50,389 -3.0 TOTAL TOYOTA LT TRUCK 56,555 57,865 -5.8 535,074 743,046 -28.0 --------------- ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- ----- SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 30,999 31,779 -5.9 298,993 368,036 -18.8 Memo: Lexus Sport Utility 9,061 6,951 25.7 82,082 89,418 -8.2 SMALL VANS 8,249 8,003 -0.6 68,021 102,890 -33.9 PICKUPS 16,458 16,426 -3.4 158,830 248,767 -36.2 ------- ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- ----- * NORTH AMERICAN BUILT VEHICLES COROLLA 25,615 20,530 20.3 210,022 219,320 -4.2 CAMRY 29,830 30,270 -5.0 285,069 379,270 -24.8 VENZA 5,035 0 N/A 44,451 0 N/A AVALON 2,539 3,543 -30.9 22,417 37,852 -40.8 SIENNA 8,249 8,003 -0.6 68,021 102,890 -33.9 RAV4 4,959 0 N/A 36,114 0 N/A HIGHLANDER 1,023 0 N/A 1,023 0 N/A PICKUP 16,458 16,426 -3.4 158,830 248,765 -36.2 SEQUOIA 1,478 1,829 -22.1 13,230 26,421 -49.9 RX 5,286 4,356 17.0 48,898 50,389 -3.0 TOTAL 100,472 84,957 14.0 888,075 1,064,907 -16.6 N.A. VEHICLES % OF TOTAL 66.0% 55.9% 61.3% 54.7% SELLING DAYS 28 27 257 257 DSR = DAILY SELLING RATE ------------------------ (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030501/TOYLOGO) SOURCE Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported October sales of 20,619 vehicles, a decrease of 19.1 percent from the 25,475 vehicles sold in the same month of 2008. The BMW Group also reported a year-to-date sales volume of 199,838 vehicles, down 23.7 percent compared to 261,802 vehicles sold in the first ten months of last year. BMW Brand Sales Sales of BMW brand vehicles decreased 18.6 percent in October for a total of 16,443 vehicles compared to 20,203 vehicles reported in the same month a year ago. The sales volume met BMW's expectations for the month and reflected limited inventory of the new 2010 model lineup, which began to arrive at dealerships in the middle of October. Year-to-date, BMW brand sales were down 25.6 percent to 160,666 vehicles compared to 215,836 vehicles sold in the same period of 2008. "In October, we continue to see the trend of high volume premium models grabbing the majority of sales while lower volume specialty vehicles lag their previous year's performance," said Jim O'Donnell, President of BMW of North America, LLC. "That's why we are concentrating our efforts on our core 3, 5, 7 and X5 series - all of which performed well with the 7 Series showing its best single month performance, outselling the same month last year by 10.3 percent to now lead the segment for the first time this year." BMW Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) In October, sales of BMW's Certified Pre-Owned vehicles increased 31.9 percent to 10,467 CPO vehicles versus 7,937 vehicles reported a year ago. Year-to-date, CPO sales were up 11.6 percent to 94,982 over the 85,081 reported in the same period of 2008. MINI Brand Sales MINI USA reported sales of 4,176 automobiles, a decrease of 20.8 percent compared to 5,272 cars reported in the same month a year ago when MINI benefited over-proportionally from $4 dollar gas prices. Year-to-date, MINI USA also reported sales of 39,172 automobiles, a decrease of 14.8 percent, compared to the 45,966 cars reported in the first ten months of 2008. "October played trick or treat with us and we got a mixed bag of news with no clear trend," said Jim McDowell, Vice President MINI USA. "While our dealers reported a lot of cautious customers and pragmatic buying choices, we also saw an inspiring performance in the West with sales being above last year." Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, October 2009 Oct, Oct. YTD YTD 2009 2008 % 2009 2008 % ---- ---- --- ---- ---- --- BMW brand 16,443 20,203 -18.6 160,666 215,836 -25.6 --------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----- BMW passenger cars 13,630 16,195 -15.8 130,803 169,183 -22.7 ------------------ ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----- BMW light trucks 2,813 4,008 -29.8 29,863 46,653 -36.0 (SAVs) ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ ----- ----- MINI brand 4,176 5,272 -20.8 39,172 45,966 -14.8 ---------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ ----- TOTAL Group 20,619 25,475 -19.1 199,838 261,802 -23.7 ----------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----- Sales BMW of North America, LLC, October 2009 Oct. Oct. YTD Oct. YTD Oct. 09 08 % 09 08 % 1 Series 501 1,173 -57.3% 9,453 10,453 -9.6% 3 Series 8,239 9,059 -9.1% 75,459 97,329 -22.5% Z4 486 455 6.8% 2,792 5,464 -48.9% 5 Series 3,043 3,958 -23.1% 32,733 39,289 -16.7% 6 Series 152 454 -66.5% 3,207 5,627 -43.0% 7 Series 1,209 1,096 10.3% 7,159 11,021 -35.0% BMW passenger cars 13,630 16,195 -15.8% 130,803 169,183 -22.7% ------------------ ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----- X3 182 1,294 -85.9% 5,280 15,914 -66.8% X5 2,137 2,358 -9.4% 20,787 27,021 -23.1% X6 494 356 38.8% 3,796 3,718 2.1% BMW light trucks (SAVs) 2,813 4,008 -29.8% 29,863 46,653 -36.0% ---------------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ ----- BMW brand 16,443 20,203 -18.6% 160,666 215,836 -25.6% --------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----- Cooper /S Hardtop 2,309 3,539 -34.8% 24,248 31,226 -22.3% Cooper /S Convertible 465 62 650.0% 5,395 4,760 13.3% Cooper /S Clubman 1,402 1,671 -16.1% 9,529 9,980 -4.5% MINI brand 4,176 5,272 -20.8% 39,172 45,966 -14.8% ---------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ ----- TOTAL BMW of North America, LLC 20,619 25,475 -19.1% 199,838 261,802 -23.7% ------------------ ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----- 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 of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and the Rolls-Royce brand of Motor Cars; DesignworksUSA, a strategic design consultancy 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 X5 Sports Activity Vehicles and X6 Sports Activity Coupes. The BMW Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 338 BMW passenger car centers, 335 BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 142 BMW motorcycle retailers, 87 MINI passenger car dealers, and 31 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group's sales headquarters for North America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. Information about BMW Group products is available to consumers via the Internet at: www.bmwgroupna.com www.bmwusanews.com www.press.bmw-motorsport.com Journalist note: Information about the BMW Group and its products is available to journalists on-line at the BMW Group PressClub at the following address: www.press.bmwgroup.com/us.html. Broadcast quality video footage is available via The NewsMarket at www.thenewsmarket.com. SOURCE BMW of North America, LLC

Honda and Acura models post double-digit gains TORRANCE, Calif., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted total October vehicle sales of 85,502, a decline of 4.0 percent compared to October 2008, based on the daily selling rate*. Honda Division posted October sales of 75,751, a decline of five units versus October 2008. Honda total car sales decreased by 4.4 percent, to 44,537. Honda light-truck sales decreased 2.3 percent, to 31,214. Models showing sales increases included Accord with sales of 23,210, up 13.1 percent; CR-V with sales of 15,667, up 14.7 percent; and Pilot with sales of 6,339, up 22.7 percent. The Acura Division posted sales of 9,751 units, a decline of 7.0 percent compared to October 2008. The MDX was the best-selling vehicle with 3,834 units, up 23.0 percent; RDX was up 41.9 percent; and the TSX posted gains of 20.2 percent for the month. *The daily selling rate is calculated with 28 days for October 2009 and 27 days for October 2008. The year-to-date daily selling rate is calculated with 257 days for both October 2009 and October 2008. All percentages reflect the daily selling rate. For more information or downloadable high-resolution images of Honda and Acura vehicles, please visit www.hondanews.com. Consumer information is available at www.honda.com. American Honda Vehicle Sales For October 2009 Month-to-Date Year-to-Date October October DSR** October October DSR** 2009 2008 % Chg. 2009 2008 % Chg. ---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------ American Honda Total 85,502 85,864 -4.0% 969,638 1,266,447 -23.4% -------------- Total Car Sales 49,502 51,400 -7.1% 599,429 781,560 -23.3% Total Truck Sales 36,000 34,464 0.7% 370,209 484,887 -23.7% Honda Total Car Sales 44,537 44,944 -4.4% 545,791 709,540 -23.1% Honda Total Truck Sales 31,214 30,812 -2.3% 337,468 430,971 -21.7% Acura Total Car Sales 4,965 6,456 -25.8% 53,638 72,020 -25.5% Acura Total Truck Sales 4,786 3,652 26.4% 32,741 53,916 -39.3% Domestic Car Sales * 40,978 39,803 -0.7% 468,288 585,021 -20.0% ------------ Honda Division 38,466 35,463 4.6% 439,894 545,022 -19.3% Acura Division 2,512 4,340 -44.2% 28,394 39,999 -29.0% Domestic Truck Sales * 33,803 29,986 8.7% 335,006 386,842 -13.4% -------------- Honda Division 29,017 26,334 6.3% 302,265 332,926 -9.2% Acura Division 4,786 3,652 26.4% 32,741 53,916 -39.3% Import Car Sales 8,524 11,597 -29.1% 131,141 196,539 -33.3% ---------------- Honda Division 6,071 9,481 -38.3% 105,897 164,518 -35.6% Acura Division 2,453 2,116 11.8% 25,244 32,021 -21.2% Import Truck Sales 2,197 4,478 -52.7% 35,203 98,045 -64.1% ------------ Honda Division 2,197 4,478 -52.7% 35,203 98,045 -64.1% ----------------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ ----- MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION Honda Division Total 75,751 75,756 -3.6% 883,259 1,140,511 -22.6% -------------- ------ ------ ---- ------- --------- ----- Fit 3,700 6,478 -44.9% 59,175 69,846 -15.3% Accord * 23,210 19,783 13.1% 244,579 333,011 -26.6% Memo: Accord Hybrid 0 1 1 197 -99.5% Civic * 15,868 18,582 -17.7% 223,751 304,297 -26.5% Memo: Civic Hybrid 239 1,621 -85.8% 14,405 29,218 -50.7% S2000 20 100 -80.7% 751 2,376 -68.4% Insight 1,739 0 17,530 0 FCX 0 0 0 6 FCX Clarity 0 1 5 4 25.0% -------------- - - ----- - - ---- Odyssey * 6,783 9,208 -29.0% 84,761 121,249 -30.1% Pilot * 6,339 4,980 22.7% 68,215 84,410 -19.2% CR-V * 15,667 13,169 14.7% 158,573 171,193 -7.4% Element * 871 1,361 -38.3% 12,441 23,790 -47.7% Ridgeline 1,554 2,094 -28.4% 13,478 30,329 -55.6% ------------ ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ ----- Acura Division Total 9,751 10,108 -7.0% 86,379 125,936 -31.4% -------------- ----- ------ ---- ------ ------- ----- RSX 0 0 0 1 TL * 2,512 4,340 -44.2% 28,394 39,999 -29.0% TSX 2,298 1,844 20.2% 23,598 27,982 -15.7% RL 155 272 -45.0% 1,646 4,038 -59.2% ----- --- --- ----- ----- ----- ----- MDX * 3,834 3,005 23.0% 24,814 39,893 -37.8% RDX * 952 647 41.9% 7,927 14,023 -43.5% --------- --- --- ---- ----- ------ ----- Selling Days 28 27 257 257 * Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced parts. ** Daily Selling Rate SOURCE American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Nissan Posts 5.6 Percent Sales Increase Over Last Year Download image FRANKLIN, Tenn., Nov. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported October 2009 sales of 60,115 units versus 56,945 units last year, an increase of 5.6 percent, compared with October 2008. Nissan Division sales rose 7.7 percent for the month, while sales of Infiniti vehicles were 9.3 percent lower than a year ago. (Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/200805...SANWORDMARKLOGO ) NNA INFORMATION * Combined Nissan and Infiniti sales of 60,115 units were 5.6 percent higher than October sales last year of 59,945 units. * To ensure consistency in global sales reporting, Nissan North America calculates monthly variances on a straight-percentage basis, unadjusted for the number of selling days. October had 28 selling days, compared with 27 selling days in October 2008. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS * Nissan vehicles posted sales of 53,664 units in October compared with 49,833 units sold in October 2008, a 7.7 percent increase. * Rogue recorded the best October in history with sales of 5,958 vehicles, up 6.7 percent from the same month last year. * Truck sales rose 17.5 percent in October 2009 compared with a year ago, led by sales increases of 97.2 percent for Armada, 67.6 percent for Titan and 48 percent for Frontier * On the car side, Sentra sales increased 39.3 percent in October versus a year ago, sales of the 370Z rose 59.1 percent and Maxima sales were up 5.8 percent. INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS * Infiniti sales for October 2009 were 6,451 units, down 9.3 percent from the 7,112 units sold in the same month last year. * Sales of the G Coupe rose 45.6 percent for the month, compared with October 2008 * The Infiniti QX56 continued to grow sales, posting a 42.6 percent increase last month over a year ago. In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program 2010, whose key priorities are reducing CO(2) emissions, cutting other emissions and increasing recycling. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.nissanusa.com and http://www.nissandriven.com/www.infinitiusa.com. NISSAN DIVISION --------------- October October Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD 2009 2008 % chg 2009 2008 % chg ---- ---- ----- ---- ---- ----- Nissan Division Total 53,664 49,833 7.7 574,074 745,558 -23.0 --------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- ----- Versa 6,786 6,889 -1.5 70,543 75,509 -6.6 ----- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ---- Sentra 6,128 4,400 39.3 71,304 89,036 -19.9 ------ ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----- Cube 2,097 0 0.0 16,849 0 0.0 ---- ----- - --- ------ - --- Altima 14,773 17,753 -16.8 169,435 241,529 -29.8 ------ ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- ----- Maxima 4,593 4,341 5.8 42,936 40,955 4.8 ------ ----- ----- --- ------ ------ --- 350/370Z 824 518 59.1 11,480 9,320 23.2 -------- --- --- ---- ------ ----- ---- GT-R 117 321 -63.6 1,323 1,373 -3.6 ---- --- --- ----- ----- ----- ---- Total Car 35,318 34,222 3.2 383,870 457,722 -16.1 --------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- ----- Frontier 2,295 1,551 48.0 23,420 42,424 -44.8 -------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----- Titan 1,688 1,007 67.6 15,393 30,907 -50.2 ----- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----- Xterra 1,516 1,136 33.5 12,909 30,842 -58.1 ------ ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----- Pathfinder 1,598 1,142 39.9 14,397 30,790 -53.2 ---------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----- Armada 1,055 535 97.2 7,312 14,040 -47.9 ------ ----- --- ---- ----- ------ ----- Rogue 5,958 5,584 6.7 65,570 60,636 8.1 ----- ----- ----- --- ------ ------ --- Murano 3,881 4,302 -9.8 43,120 60,778 -29.1 ------ ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----- Quest 355 354 0.3 8,083 17,419 -53.6 ----- --- --- --- ----- ------ ----- Total Truck 18,346 15,611 17.5 190,204 287,836 -33.9 ----------- ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- ----- North American produced 40,787 39,108 4.3 435,732 613,451 -29.0 -------------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- ----- Car 32,280 33,383 -3.3 354,218 447,029 -20.8 --- ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- ----- Truck 8,507 5,725 48.6 81,514 166,422 -51.0 ----- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------- ----- Import 12,877 10,725 20.1 138,342 132,107 4.7 ------ ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- --- Car 3,038 839 262.1 29,652 10,693 177.3 --- ----- --- ----- ------ ------ ----- Truck 9,839 9,886 -0.5 108,690 121,414 -10.5 ----- ----- ----- ---- ------- ------- ----- INFINITI DIVISION ----------------- October October Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD 2009 2008 % chg 2009 2008 % chg ---- ---- ----- ---- ---- ----- Infiniti Division Total 6,451 7,112 -9.3 66,337 97,086 -31.7 --------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----- G Sedan 2,448 2,647 -7.5 26,714 37,545 -28.8 ------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----- G Coupe 1,441 990 45.6 12,005 17,197 -30.2 ------- ----- --- ---- ------ ------ ----- M 536 1,193 -55.1 7,277 13,238 -45.0 - --- ----- ----- ----- ------ ----- QX56 613 430 42.6 4,770 6,789 -29.7 ---- --- --- ---- ----- ----- ----- EX 560 898 -37.6 6,419 11,187 -42.6 -- --- --- ----- ----- ------ ----- FX 853 954 -10.6 9,152 11,130 -17.8 -- --- --- ----- ----- ------ ----- Total Car 4,425 4,830 -8.4 45,996 67,980 -32.3 --------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----- Total Truck 2,026 2,282 -11.2 20,341 29,106 -30.1 ----------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ ----- NISSAN & INFINITI ----------------- October October Monthly CYTD CYTD CYTD 2009 2008 % chg 2009 2008 % chg ---- ---- ----- ---- ---- ----- TOTAL VEHICLE 60,115 56,945 5.6 640,411 842,644 -24.0 ------------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- ----- Total Car 39,743 39,052 1.8 429,866 525,702 -18.2 --------- ------ ------ --- ------- ------- ----- Total Truck 20,372 17,893 13.9 210,545 316,942 -33.6 ----------- ------ ------ ---- ------- ------- ----- Selling days 28 27 257 257 ------------ -- -- --- --- * All numbers include Hawaii SOURCE Nissan North America, Inc.

Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac Drive First GM Sales Increase in 21 Months * Total GM sales increased 4 percent compared with October, 2008; retail sales were up 15 percent for the same period. * Year-over-year total sales increase is the first since January, 2008. * GM gains market share for the third straight month – estimated at 21 percent of the total light vehicle market. * Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac retail sales represented 95 percent of October retail sales vs. 85 percent in October, 2008. * Combined Buick / GMC retail sales were up 33 percent compared with last year, driving Buick-Pontiac-GMC retail sales up 12 percent. Find out all the latest GM sales information and discussions. October Sales Figures General Motors Company - 177,603 Toyota Motors Corporation - 132,663 Ford Motor Company - 132,483 American Honda - 85,502 Chrysler Group LLC - 65,803 Nissan Motors - 60,115 Hyundai Automotive Group - 31,005 Kia Motors America - 22,490 BMW North America - 20,619 Daimler AG - 18,854 Subaru of America -18,169 Audi - 7,358 Black - Monthly year to year sales increase. Red - Monthly year to year sales decrease.

DETROIT – A strong performance by GM's four core brands -- Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac -- resulted in GM U.S. October sales of 177,603 vehicles, up 4 percent from last October, the company's first year-over-year gain since January 2008. Total sales increased 13 percent when compared with September. The four brands accounted for about 95 percent of GM's retail sales, an increase of 10 percentage points compared to the prior year. “We’re very pleased with consumer acceptance to our newest cars, crossovers and trucks,” said Susan Docherty, GM vice president, U.S. Sales. “While we have more work to do, we are making progress and will continue our focus on delivering vehicles and a sales and service experience that brings consumers to Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac – and keeps them coming back.” October quick facts: Total GM sales increased 4 percent compared with October, 2008; retail sales were up 15 percent for the same period. Year-over-year total sales increase is the first since January, 2008. GM gains market share for the third straight month – estimated at 21 percent of the total light vehicle market. Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac retail sales represented 95 percent of October retail sales vs. 85 percent in October, 2008. Combined Buick / GMC retail sales were up 20 percent compared with last year, driving Buick-Pontiac-GMC retail sales up 12 percent. Chevrolet Retail Sales Up 31 Percent Strong retail sales of Chevrolet’s launch vehicles – Camaro, Equinox, and Traverse – led to a year-over-year increase in total sales of 9 percent, and a 31 percent increase in retail sales for the same period. Chevrolet key facts: Malibu retail sales for Malibu were up 84 percent compared to a year ago. Camaro continues to distance itself from competition, selling nearly 8,000 vehicles during the month and we anticipate we will hold the top spot in the regular sports car segment. Corvette retains the number one position in the luxury sports car segment with nearly 28 percent of the market. Equinox share in compact crossover segment is growing, having more than doubled in a year to 10 percent – the highest since August, 2007; added a third shift to keep up with demand. Silverado total sales of 31,800 were driven by the strength of Chevrolet’s “Truck Month” promotion. "Chevrolet had a solid sales month in October supported by our 2009 launch products Camaro, Equinox and Traverse," said Brent Dewar, vice president, global Chevrolet. "Our broad lineup appeals to a range of consumers, whether it's the modern sports car, Camaro, appealing to performance enthusiasts or the Equinox and Traverse delivering what today's families care about: safety, styling and efficiency." Buick – GMC Total Sales Up 20 Percent Buick car and crossover sales showed improvement in October vs. a year ago, led by the all-new LaCrosse and Enclave. Sales of the all-new GMC Terrain and GMC’s “Truck Month” promotion helped lift GMC total sales 20 percent, and retail sales 35 percent for the month, compared with last year. Buick key facts: Buick had its best total sales month for 2009 (9,053) and best since October '08, up 19 percent. LaCrosse had strongest month since launch, up 36 percent compared with September 2009, and up 103 percent compared to October 2008. Enclave total sales up year-over-year 38 percent. Lucerne had highest sales month of 2009 with sales of 4,324. GMC key facts: GMC total sales were up 20 percent vs. October 2008, the highest monthly sales in 2009. Terrain total sales were up 85 percent over combined Pontiac Torrent / GMC Envoy October 2008 total sales and up 124 percent from September 2009. Sierra reported its highest total sales month of 2009, up 6 percent vs. October 2008. Yukon / Yukon XL combined total sales were the highest since September 2008 (5,425), up 72 percent vs. October 2008. Acadia total sales were up 7 percent year-over-year, while retail sales increased 30 percent compared to October 2008. “We like the momentum we’ve seen in the sales of new Buick and GMC models,” said Susan Docherty, Buick-GMC general manager, and GM Vice President of U.S. Sales. “In October, Buick and GMC both had their best sales months of 2009, and in fact, total sales for these two brands were up 33 percent over October 2008 for the combined total of Buick, Pontiac and GMC.” Cadillac Total Sales Up 22 Percent Led by the performance of the all-new SRX, Cadillac sales increased by 22 percent compared to a year ago, and were up 2 percent vs. September. Cadillac key facts: SRX: total sales were 280 percent higher than October 2008 and were up 21 percent compared to September - the second best performance of the vehicle in history. SRX: days supply is 34 days, based on month-end inventory. Escalade: Year-over-year total sales were 37 percent higher and market share continues to outperform competitors, including the Mercedes GL and Lexus LX 570. "The interest customers are showing in the new SRX is exciting – we are seeing Lexus, BMW and Mercedes customers trading their vehicles for the SRX," said Bryan Nesbitt, Cadillac General Manager. Other brands Sold 15,089 Vehicles in October Total combined sales for Saturn, Pontiac, Saab and HUMMER were 15,089 for the month. As a percent of total GM sales, these brands represented 9 percent of sales, compared with 15 percent in October 2008. Management Discussion of October Sales Results The U.S. October 2009 SAAR of 10.6 million is a 13-percent improvement compared to last month, but is the second-lowest SAAR for October since the early 1980s. The U.S. economy and auto industry are showing signs of recovery: Economy Normalization of credit spread, which is down to approximately 20 to 30 basis points – is helping make more credit available to consumers. However, consumer credit is still contracting – reflecting both weak credit demand and cautious bank lending. Consumer confidence has softened a bit in October, but remains much improved from the trough in March. Manufacturing sector is increasing output due to depleted current inventories. Job losses continue to slow, however employment levels continue to be a concern. Housing starts and home resale prices are beginning to stabilize. Auto Industry Industry estimated October SAAR of 10.7 million could be the highest monthly SAAR since November 2008 (excluding cash-for-clunkers.) It appears that the bulk of the “Cash-for-Clunkers” pull-ahead occurred by the end of September. Industry inventory levels are anticipated to increase moderately into Q4 to support modestly rising industry sales. GM Reports October Production; Fourth Quarter Production at 620,000 Vehicles In October, GM produced 228,000 vehicles (92,000 cars and 136,000 trucks). This is down 90,000 vehicles, or 28 percent compared with October 2008, when GM North America produced 318,000 vehicles (151,000 cars and 167,000 trucks). (Production totals include joint venture production of 15,000 vehicles in October 2009 and 11,000 vehicles in October 2008) GM third quarter production was 531,000 vehicles (205,000 cars and 326,000 trucks), which was down 42 percent compared to the same quarter in 2008. GM North America built 915,000 vehicles (436,000 cars and 479,000 trucks) in the third quarter of 2008. However, third quarter production was substantially higher than production volumes for Q1 and Q2 2009 of 371,000 (up 43 percent) and 395,000 (up 34 percent), respectively. GM’s 2009 fourth quarter forecast at 620,000 vehicles (239,000 cars and 381,000 trucks), which is down about 24 percent from a year ago. GM North America built 815,000 vehicles (365,000 cars and 450,000 trucks) in the fourth quarter of 2008. However, Q4 2009 production volumes represent a 17 percent increase compared to Q3 2009. At October month-end, inventories of vehicles for U.S. dealers increased to 444,000 (172,000 cars and 272,000 trucks) compared to September, 2009 (157,000 cars and 267,000 trucks), an increase of 5 percent. Compared to month-end inventories for October 2008 (336,000 cars and 464,000 trucks), inventories decreased by 356,000 (164.000 cars and 192,000 trucks), or 45 percent. About General Motors: General Motors, one of the world’s largest automakers, traces its roots back to 1908. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 209,000 people in every major region of the world and does business in some 140 countries. GM and its strategic partners produce cars and trucks in 34 countries, and sell and service these vehicles through the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, Opel, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM’s largest national market is the United States, followed by China, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Canada, Russia and Germany. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. General Motors acquired operations from General Motors Corporation on July 10, 2009, and references to prior periods in this and other press materials refer to operations of the old General Motors Corporation. More information on the new General Motors can be found at www.gm.com. *S/D Curr: 28 October (Calendar Year-to-Date) January - October *S/D Prev: 27 2009 2008 % Chg Volume %Chg per S/D 2009 2008 %Chg Volume Vehicle Total 177,603 170,585 4.1 0.4 1,724,554 2,603,828 -33.8 Core Brand Total 162,514 145,605 11.6 7.6 1,482,310 2,154,564 -31.2 Non-Core Brand Total 15,089 24,980 -39.6 -41.8 242,244 449,264 -46.1 Light Vehicle Total 176,632 168,719 4.7 1.0 1,713,535 2,581,385 -33.6 Car Total 63,935 73,466 -13.0 -16.1 736,817 1,111,189 -33.7 Light Truck Total 112,697 95,253 18.3 14.1 976,718 1,470,196 -33.6 Truck Total ** 113,668 97,119 17.0 12.9 987,737 1,492,639 -33.8 GM Vehicle Deliveries by Marketing Division 2009 2008 %Chg Volume %Chg per S/D 2009 2008 %Chg Volume Buick Total 9,053 7,642 18.5 14.2 81,442 120,772 -32.6 Cadillac Total 11,602 9,541 21.6 17.3 84,626 139,109 -39.2 Chevrolet Total 116,436 107,313 8.5 4.6 1,108,984 1,567,684 -29.3 GMC Total 25,423 21,109 20.4 16.1 207,258 326,999 -36.6 Core Brand Total 162,514 145,605 11.6 7.6 1,482,310 2,154,564 -31.2 HUMMER Total 307 1,368 -77.6 -78.4 8,500 23,861 -64.4 Pontiac Total 10,646 13,054 -18.4 -21.4 162,464 238,762 -32.0 Saab Total 513 1,975 -74.0 -75.0 7,441 19,337 -61.5 Saturn Total 3,623 8,583 -57.8 -59.3 63,839 167,304 -61.8 Non-Core Brand Total 15,089 24,980 -39.6 -41.8 242,244 449,264 -46.1 GM Vehicle Total 177,603 170,585 4.1 0.4 1,724,554 2,603,828 -33.8 GM CarDeliveries by Marketing Division 2009 2008 %Chg Volume %Chg per S/D 2009 2008 %Chg Volume Buick Total 5,980 5,398 10.8 6.8 46,751 80,981 -42.3 Cadillac Total 5,221 6,271 -16.7 -19.7 52,040 93,200 -44.2 Chevrolet Total 40,557 43,791 -7.4 -10.7 453,731 627,267 -27.7 Car Core Brand Total 51,758 55,460 -6.7 -10.0 552,522 801,448 -31.1 Pontiac Total 10,474 12,105 -13.5 -16.6 153,197 220,895 -30.6 Saab Total 299 1,659 -82.0 -82.6 5,383 16,187 -66.7 Saturn Total 1,404 4,242 -66.9 -68.1 25,715 72,659 -64.6 Car Non-Core Brand Total 12,177 18,006 -32.4 -34.8 184,295 309,741 -40.5 GM Car Total 63,935 73,466 -13.0 -16.1 736,817 1,111,189 -33.7 GM Light TruckDeliveries by Marketing Division 2009 2008 %Chg Volume %Chg per S/D 2009 2008 %Chg Volume Buick Total 3,073 2,244 36.9 32.1 34,691 39,791 -12.8 Cadillac Total 6,381 3,270 95.1 88.2 32,586 45,909 -29.0 Chevrolet Total 75,351 62,690 20.2 15.9 650,089 931,424 -30.2 GMC Total 24,980 20,075 24.4 20.0 201,403 313,549 -35.8 Truck Core Brand Total 109,785 88,279 24.4 19.9 918,769 1,330,673 -31.0 HUMMER Total 307 1,368 -77.6 -78.4 8,500 23,861 -64.4 Pontiac Total 172 949 -81.9 -82.5 9,267 17,867 -48.1 Saab Total 214 316 -32.3 -34.7 2,058 3,150 -34.7 Saturn Total 2,219 4,341 -48.9 -50.7 38,124 94,645 -59.7 Truck Non-Core Brand Total 2,912 6,974 -58.2 -59.7 57,949 139,523 -58.5 GM Light Truck Total 112,697 95,253 18.3 14.1 976,718 1,470,196 -33.6 * Twenty-eight selling days (S/D) for the October period this year and twenty-seven for last year. **Effective August 2007, GM includes GMC & Chevrolet dealer deliveries of commercial vehicles distributed by American Isuzu Motors, Inc. October (Calendar Year-to-Date) January - October 2009 2008 % Chg Volume %Chg per S/D 2009 2008 %Chg Volume Selling Days (S/D) 28 27 28 27 LaCrosse 3,228 1,592 102.8 95.5 19,837 33,336 -40.5 Lucerne 2,752 3,806 -27.7 -30.3 26,914 47,645 -43.5 Buick Total 5,980 5,398 10.8 6.8 46,751 80,981 -42.3 CTS 2,921 3,997 -26.9 -29.5 31,932 51,476 -38.0 DTS 1,896 1,590 19.2 15.0 14,021 27,380 -48.8 STS 355 632 -43.8 -45.8 5,398 13,253 -59.3 XLR 49 52 -5.8 -9.1 689 1,091 -36.8 Cadillac Total 5,221 6,271 -16.7 -19.7 52,040 93,200 -44.2 Aveo 1,459 3,162 -53.9 -55.5 32,945 49,782 -33.8 Camaro 8,082 0 ***.* ***.* 47,233 0 ***.* Cobalt 5,055 6,478 -22.0 -24.8 90,940 168,940 -46.2 Corvette 1,154 1,170 -1.4 -4.9 11,949 24,554 -51.3 Impala 12,721 22,107 -42.5 -44.5 139,577 231,841 -39.8 Malibu 12,086 10,874 11.1 7.2 131,081 151,429 -13.4 Monte Carlo 0 0 ***.* ***.* 6 708 -99.2 SSR 0 0 ***.* ***.* 0 13 ***.* Chevrolet Total 40,557 43,791 -7.4 -10.7 453,731 627,267 -27.7 Core Brand Total 51,758 55,460 -6.7 -10.0 552,522 801,448 -31.1 G3 Wave 227 0 ***.* ***.* 5,417 0 ***.* G5 369 812 -54.6 -56.2 10,778 21,892 -50.8 G6 8,358 6,788 23.1 18.7 77,403 126,494 -38.8 G8 750 1,082 -30.7 -33.2 21,371 12,390 72.5 GTO 0 0 ***.* ***.* 0 52 ***.* Grand Prix 3 148 -98.0 -98.0 258 8,252 -96.9 Solstice 266 330 -19.4 -22.3 4,521 10,013 -54.8 Vibe 501 2,945 -83.0 -83.6 33,449 41,802 -20.0 Pontiac Total 10,474 12,105 -13.5 -16.6 153,197 220,895 -30.6 9-2X 0 0 ***.* ***.* 0 3 ***.* 9-3 248 1,471 -83.1 -83.7 4,480 13,877 -67.7 9-5 51 188 -72.9 -73.8 903 2,307 -60.9 Saab Total 299 1,659 -82.0 -82.6 5,383 16,187 -66.7 Astra 49 543 -91.0 -91.3 6,102 9,707 -37.1 Aura 1,173 3,391 -65.4 -66.6 16,865 54,033 -68.8 ION 0 0 ***.* ***.* 12 314 -96.2 Sky 182 308 -40.9 -43.0 2,736 8,605 -68.2 Saturn Total 1,404 4,242 -66.9 -68.1 25,715 72,659 -64.6 Non-Core Brand Total 12,177 18,006 -32.4 -34.8 184,295 309,741 -40.5 GM Car Total 63,935 73,466 -13.0 -16.1 736,817 1,111,189 -33.7 October (Calendar Year-to-Date) January - October 2009 2008 % Chg Volume %Chg per S/D 2009 2008 %Chg Volume Selling Days (S/D) 28 27 28 27 Enclave 3,073 2,228 37.9 33.0 34,645 39,128 -11.5 Rainier 0 3 ***.* ***.* 4 114 -96.5 Rendezvous 0 0 ***.* ***.* 9 23 -60.9 Terraza 0 13 ***.* ***.* 33 526 -93.7 Buick Total 3,073 2,244 36.9 32.1 34,691 39,791 -12.8 Escalade 2,127 1,556 36.7 31.8 13,118 19,275 -31.9 Escalade ESV 599 533 12.4 8.4 5,206 9,076 -42.6 Escalade EXT 178 265 -32.8 -35.2 2,015 3,779 -46.7 SRX 3,477 916 279.6 266.0 12,247 13,779 -11.1 Cadillac Total 6,381 3,270 95.1 88.2 32,586 45,909 -29.0 Chevy C/T Series 0 61 ***.* ***.* 36 320 -88.8 Chevy W Series 34 95 -64.2 -65.5 607 1,398 -56.6 Colorado 1,732 2,552 -32.1 -34.6 29,298 47,396 -38.2 Equinox 7,868 2,841 176.9 167.1 63,850 59,130 8.0 Express 4,155 7,556 -45.0 -47.0 45,651 72,822 -37.3 HHR 6,681 5,265 26.9 22.4 62,682 85,763 -26.9 Kodiak 4/5 Series 466 572 -18.5 -21.4 3,662 5,943 -38.4 Kodiak 6/7/8 Series 28 104 -73.1 -74.0 859 1,332 -35.5 Suburban (Chevy) 4,231 2,464 71.7 65.6 31,672 44,121 -28.2 Tahoe 7,738 3,674 110.6 103.1 57,443 81,012 -29.1 TrailBlazer 210 2,954 -92.9 -93.1 8,550 68,235 -87.5 Traverse 9,459 1,359 596.0 571.2 75,156 1,585 ***.* Uplander 62 736 -91.6 -91.9 1,706 39,359 -95.7 Avalanche 1,461 1,600 -8.7 -11.9 12,939 29,810 -56.6 Silverado-C/K Pickup 31,754 31,689 0.2 -3.4 261,142 402,191 -35.1 Chevrolet Fullsize Pickups 33,215 33,289 -0.2 -3.8 274,081 432,001 -36.6 Chevrolet Total 75,879 63,522 19.5 15.2 655,253 940,417 -30.3 Acadia 3,282 3,071 6.9 3.1 43,957 60,089 -26.8 Canyon 454 649 -30.0 -32.5 9,029 12,904 -30.0 Envoy 167 887 -81.2 -81.8 4,676 21,864 -78.6 GMC C/T Series 45 33 36.4 31.5 419 429 -2.3 GMC W Series 92 177 -48.0 -49.9 1,486 2,229 -33.3 Savana 764 1,060 -27.9 -30.5 10,468 20,333 -48.5 Sierra 11,894 11,256 5.7 1.9 91,327 145,067 -37.0 Terrain 2,994 0 ***.* ***.* 4,803 0 ***.* Topkick 4/5 Series 210 368 -42.9 -45.0 2,372 7,133 -66.7 Topkick 6/7/8 Series 96 456 -78.9 -79.7 1,578 3,659 -56.9 Yukon 3,388 1,836 84.5 77.9 23,820 32,412 -26.5 Yukon XL 2,037 1,316 54.8 49.3 13,323 20,880 -36.2 GMC Total 25,423 21,109 20.4 16.1 207,258 326,999 -36.6 Core Brand Total 110,756 90,145 22.9 18.5 929,788 1,353,116 -31.3 HUMMER H1 0 0 ***.* ***.* 0 17 ***.* HUMMER H2 68 260 -73.8 -74.8 1,429 5,488 -74.0 HUMMER H3 160 857 -81.3 -82.0 5,168 18,104 -71.5 HUMMER H3T 79 251 -68.5 -69.6 1,903 252 655.2 HUMMER Total 307 1,368 -77.6 -78.4 8,500 23,861 -64.4 Montana SV6 0 0 ***.* ***.* 0 64 ***.* Torrent 172 949 -81.9 -82.5 9,267 17,803 -47.9 Pontiac Total 172 949 -81.9 -82.5 9,267 17,867 -48.1 9-7X 214 316 -32.3 -34.7 2,058 3,150 -34.7 Saab Total 214 316 -32.3 -34.7 2,058 3,150 -34.7 Outlook 1,460 1,362 7.2 3.4 12,040 22,765 -47.1 Relay 0 2 ***.* ***.* 12 159 -92.5 VUE 759 2,977 -74.5 -75.4 26,072 71,721 -63.6 Saturn Total 2,219 4,341 -48.9 -50.7 38,124 94,645 -59.7 Non-Core Brand Total 2,912 6,974 -58.2 -59.7 57,949 139,523 -58.5 GM Truck Total 113,668 97,119 17.0 12.9 987,737 1,492,639 -33.8

I believe birthdays are now under "forthcoming calendar events" on the left side of the main page

It's not your birthday.

101 year old buys new Transformers editon Camaro Oldest 2010 Camaro owner also plans road trip for next summer After owning nearly 40 cars in his lifetime, Virgil Coffman follows the philosophy that if you want something, get it. Discussion: 101 year old buys new Camaro Transformers Edition

Good for him!

It's like one of those Bobcat things.

FAP you sound like an old grampa I'm going to be going to a party. Dressing like and Atlanta Brave.

What a baller!

So without Saturn, Pontiac, Saab, and Hummer they are going to sell MORE cars then they did a year ago? Very nice!

Ride the wave for all it's worth till the new bling comes out and the old trusty is relegated to Fleet.

If they are doing it to get it right then do it. Also, remember the other article today where the transaction prices of the Cobalt are improving? Well, the longer you sell that car the better it is for profits. New car = taking some hit in the beginning on a lot of fronts. So maybe they are milking the Cobalt.

Apparently the feds are in on it now too. This comes almost 20 years to the day of the 1989 earthquake which F-ed up the bridge the first time. Some Berkeley guy says commercial truck traffic should not be aloud to go over the bridge until the new span is ready. Personally I try to avoid the bridge when going to the City. 101 to 280 FTW

get some cardboard and fold it up and put it in between the inside of the window and the window jam. That should help keep the window from rolling down. I did that with my Pontiac. I have replaced 5 regulators in that thing.

Well, they were worried about the bridge after they did that inspection when the put the new piece in place. This does not surprise me unfortunately.

I heard about this on facebook last night, but couldn't find anything on it. WOW. I didn't know you lived in the bay area. I thought you lived in LA.