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MAZDA REPORTS BEST MARCH SALES SINCE 2007 Month Marked by Strong Sales of Mazda2, Mazda3, MX-5 and CX-5 IRVINE, Calif., April 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported March U.S. sales of 34,903 vehicles, representing an increase of 9.0 percent versus last year. Year-to-date sales through March are down 0.3 percent versus last year, with 78,282 vehicles sold. "As March's weather signaled a warming trend from the frigid temperatures seen in January and February, the month saw customers return to a shopping mood. And in March, Mazda's sales continued to grow, not only in quantity, but in quality as well," said Ron Stettner, Vice President, Sales, MNAO. "We have taken a long-term view to the strength of our business and the future value of our vehicles, in order to bolster residual values through strong transaction prices and managed incentives. When a Mazda buyer chooses a Mazda, they are making a stronger long-term investment." The 2014 Mazda3 is performing very well: March 2014 saw a retail sales growth of 15.8 percent over March of 2013. Year-to-date Mazda3 retail sales are up 12.7 percent, with the four-door sedan up 10.8 percent and the five-door hatchback up 32.5 percent – all in a C-segment which has been documented as being down so far this year. And it's obviously a sound business decision: The 2014 Mazda3 was named by ALG to have the highest residual value in its segment, and the entire Mazda brand was named by KBB.com as the most affordable non-luxury brand to own over a five-year period. Key March sales notes: Just over two years into CX-5's selling cycle, it has its best selling month ever with 11,855 units, an increase of 66.6 percent YOY. Best March for MX-5 since 2009 with 751 units sold, an increase of 31.1 percent, YOY. Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) reported March sales of 2,794 vehicles, up 14.0 percent versus March of last year.
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APR 1, 2014 | DEARBORN, MICH. FORD’S BEST MARCH RETAIL SALES RESULT IN EIGHT YEARS LED BY FUSION AND F-SERIES; LINCOLN UP 31 PERCENT Ford Motor Company March U.S. sales increase 3 percent compared to last year with 244,167 vehicles sold; retail sales of 166,030 vehicles up 3 percent for the best March retail result in eight years Ford Fusion posts record sales month with 32,963 cars sold, up 9 percent from last year’s record month Ford F-Series tops 70,000-vehicle mark with 70,940 vehicles sold, up 5 percent Lincoln MKZ sales increase 72 percent for a best-ever record sales month; Lincoln total sales up 31 percent DEARBORN, Mich., April 1, 2014 – Ford Motor Company U.S. total March sales of 244,167 vehicles are up 3 percent from a year ago. Retail sales of 166,030 vehicles are up 3 percent and represent the best March result in eight years. “March sales turned noticeably higher mid-month and finished strong,” said John Felice, Ford vice president, U.S. marketing, sales and service. “Fusion set an all-time record in March, as overall retail sales in the West continued to expand at the fastest rate in the nation – including California being up 32 percent. F-Series also had a very strong month, as did Lincoln MKZ.” Ford Fusion sales of 32,963 vehicles set an all-time monthly record since the vehicle was introduced in 2005. The western region of the U.S. continues to drive Fusion retail sales higher, including a 22 percent increase in March. Ford F-Series surpassed the 70,000-vehicle sales mark with 70,940 trucks sold. During the last seven years, F-Series has surpassed the monthly 70,000 truck mark only four times. Last month marks F-Series’ highest March sales volume since 2008. Lincoln MKZ sales of 4,052 vehicles are up 72 percent, setting an all-time monthly sales record. The strong performance of MKZ drove overall Lincoln sales to a 31 percent increase in March, the sixth straight month of sales gains. During the last six months, Lincoln has increased sales 27 percent with 43,445 vehicles sold.
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Mitsubishi Motors March Sales Best In Six Years CYPRESS, Calif., April 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) today reported historic March sales of 8,996, a 70 percent increase over the March 2013 total. It was the best single month of sales for Mitsubishi since August 2008, and also the best March sales in six years. The U.S.-built Outlander Sport led the way with an all-time record monthly sales total of 3,264, up 33.7 percent compared to March 2013 sales. Outlander Sport was introduced in 2010 and had a previous record monthly total of 2,634 (June 2013). The all-new Mitsubishi Mirage had 1,499 units sold, also an all-time best for the model which was introduced in September 2013. "We're extremely pleased to see what we can do when the entire Mitsubishi organization puts it all together for a month," said MMNA EVP of Sales, Don Swearingen. "We are encouraged that consumers are proving that the mix of safety and fuel efficiency that we're offering in our brand is what they want. We're going to start our new fiscal year with a bang in April by upping our advertising exposure and continuing extremely attractive incentives for customers who visit our showrooms and see what all the excitement is about." Highlights of March sales include: Total Mitsubishi sales are up 24.0 percent year-to-date. Outlander sales were up 59.9 percent for the month and are up 22.4 percent year-to-date. This was the best month of sales for Outlander in six years. Outlander Sport sales were up 33.7 percent for the month and are up 37.0 percent year-to-date. Lancer sales were up 72.4 percent for the month. It was the best month of sales for Lancer since August 2008. Lancer Evolution sales were up 27.1 percent for the month and are up 15.3 percent year-to-date.
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GM’s Retail Sales up 7 percent, Outpacing Industry Average transaction prices hit record $34,000; incentives down during month 2014-04-01 DETROIT – General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) dealers delivered 256,047 vehicles in the United States in March 2014. Total sales were up 4 percent compared with a year ago. Retail sales were up 7 percent and GM gained retail market share. Fleet sales were down 5 percent due to a planned reduction in rental deliveries. However, commercial fleet sales were up 5 percent for the fifth consecutive monthly increase. “GM’s retail sales, like the weather and the economy as a whole, have been on an improving trend since early February,” said Kurt McNeil, U.S. vice president of Sales Operations. “We expect to see solid economic growth in the months ahead, with the job market, household income and consumer spending all showing positive signs. It is a strong backdrop for the launch of our all-new heavy-duty pickups, large SUVs and other new products, like the Cadillac ATS coupe coming this summer. “Our dealers continue to work hard to exceed people’s expectations for customer care, whether they are shopping for one of our award-winning new products or coming in to have their vehicle serviced,” he said. March Retail Sales Highlights (vs. 2013) Deliveries of the Chevrolet Silverado, the 2014 North American Truck of the Year, were up 14 percent and the GMC Sierra was up 23 percent. During the month, Vincentric, which uses a proprietary model to measure cost of ownership attributes including depreciation, fuel, insurance, maintenance and repair costs, said the Chevrolet Silverado family has the lowest cost among full-size pickups. Deliveries of Chevrolet passenger cars were up 10 percent. The Spark was up 17 percent; Sonic was up 20 percent; the Volt was up 7 percent; the Impala was up 103 percent; and the Corvette, the 2014 North American Car of the Year, was up 221 percent. Deliveries of the Cadillac SRX were up 37 percent. In addition, the CTS family was up 11 percent on the strength of the new 2014 CTS sedan, which is the 2014 Motor Trend Car of the Year. Sales of the Buick Regal were up 52 percent and the Encore was up 71 percent. Sales of large SUVs were up 62 percent, with availability of the all-new 2015 models building, per plan. GM’s incentives as a percentage of average transaction prices, or ATPs, were 10 percent compared with 10.3 percent for the industry, according to J.D. Power PIN estimates through March 23. That is down from February and year over year. GM’s ATPs set a new record of about $34,000, up about $2,000 per unit from February and more than $3,800 from a year ago, according to J.D. Power PIN estimates. GM delayed this release for several hours due to a computer systems issue that impacted dealer sales reporting. These results reflect sales reported through GM’s primary and backup dealer systems and we believe they accurately reflect March sales, although it is possible that a few hundred March deliveries may be reported in April.
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Mitsubishi Motors North America - Up 70.2 Percent (8,996 Vehicles Sold This Month; 19,840 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Subaru of America, Inc. - Up 21.2 Percent (44,479 Vehicles Sold This Month; 112,338 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chrysler Group LLC - Up 13 Percent (193,915 Vehicles Sold This Month; 475,964 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Kia Motors America - Up 11.5 Percent (54,777 Vehicles Sold This Month; 133,006 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mercedes-Benz USA - Up 11 Percent (30,091 Vehicles Sold This Month; 79,475 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volvo Cars of North America, LLC - Up 10.3 Percent (5,915 Vehicles Sold This Month; 13,698 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Porsche Cars North America, Inc. - Up 9.2 Percent (3,808 Vehicles Sold This Month; 10,136 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mazda North American Operations - Up 9 Percent (34,903 Vehicles Sold This Month; 75,058 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jaguar Land Rover North America - Up 8.6 Percent (149,136 Vehicles Sold This Month; 354,966 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Nissan North America - Up 8.3 Percent (149,136 Vehicles Sold This Month; 354,966 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) BMW Group U.S. - Up 7.9 Percent (35,762 Vehicles Sold This Month; 81,034 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Audi of America - Up 7.5 Percent (14,246 Vehicles Sold This Month; 35,228 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Toyota Motor Sales - Up 4.9 Percent (215,348 Vehicles Sold This Month; 520,997 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) General Motors Co. - Up 4.1 Percent (256,047 Vehicles Sold This Month; 649,637 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ford Motor Company - Up 3.4 Percent (244,167 Vehicles Sold This Month; 582,758 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Hyundai Motor America - Down 1.9 Percent (67,005 Vehicles Sold This Month; 160,013 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) American Honda Motor Co. - Down 2 Percent (133,318 Vehicles Sold This Month; 325,354 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volkswagen of America - Down 2.6 Percent (36,717 Vehicles Sold This Month; 87,323 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Brands: Mitsubishi - Up 70.2 Percent (8,996 Vehicles Sold This Month; 19,840 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jeep - Up 47 Percent (57,983 Vehicles Sold This Month; 145,839 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Lincoln - Up 31.4 Percent (8,969 Vehicles Sold This Month; 21,603 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jaguar - Up 29 Percent (1,816 Vehicles Sold This Month; 4,715 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ram - Up 29 Percent (44,479 Vehicles Sold This Month; 100,993 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Lexus - Up 28 Percent (28,593 Vehicles Sold This Month; 65,085 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Sprinter - Up 25.2 Percent (1,915 Vehicles Sold This Month; 4,624 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Fiat - Up 24 Percent (4,738 Vehicles Sold This Month; 11,425 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Subaru - Up 21.2 Percent (44,479 Vehicles Sold This Month; 112,338 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) BMW - Up 18.6 Percent (32,107 Vehicles Sold This Month; 72,377 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Buick - Up 13.4 Percent (20,428 Vehicles Sold This Month; 52,898 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Infiniti - Up 12.5 Percent (12,494 Vehicles Sold This Month; 31,221 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Kia - Up 11.5 Percent (54,777 Vehicles Sold This Month; 133,006 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mercedes-Benz - Up 11.2 Percent (27,401 Vehicles Sold This Month; 72,614 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Acura - Up 10.5 Percent (15,580 Vehicles Sold This Month; 37,948 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volvo - Up 10.3 Percent (5,915 Vehicles Sold This Month; 13,698 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Porsche - Up 9.2 Percent (3,808 Vehicles Sold This Month; 10,136 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mazda - Up 9 Percent (34,903 Vehicles Sold This Month; 75,058 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Nissan - Up 7.9 Percent (136,642 Vehicles Sold This Month; 323,745 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Audi - Up 7.5 Percent (14,246 Vehicles Sold This Month; 35,228 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) GMC - Up 7.4 Percent (41,173 Vehicles Sold This Month; 104,468 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chevrolet - Up 3.3 Percent (179,681 Vehicles Sold This Month; 452,683 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ford - Up 2.6 Percent (235,198 Vehicles Sold This Month; 561,155 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Toyota - Up 2.5 Percent (186,755 Vehicles Sold This Month; 455,912 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Land Rover - Up 2 Percent (4,399 Vehicles Sold This Month; 13,079 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Dodge - Up 1 Percent (60,575 Vehicles Sold This Month; 145,224 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Hyundai - Down 1.9 Percent (67,005 Vehicles Sold This Month; 160,013 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volkswagen - Down 2.6 Percent (36,717 Vehicles Sold This Month; 87,323 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Honda - Down 3.4 Percent (117,738 Vehicles Sold This Month; 287,406 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Cadillac - Down 6.3 Percent (14,765 Vehicles Sold This Month; 39,588 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Scion - Down 8 Percent (5,917 Vehicles Sold This Month; 14,457 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Smart - Down 16.6 Percent (775 Vehicles Sold This Month; 2,237 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chrysler - Down 23 Percent (26,140 Vehicles Sold This Month; 72,483 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) MINI - Down 39.8 Percent (3,655 Vehicles Sold This Month; 8,657 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) -
Mitsubishi Motors North America - Up 70.2 Percent (8,996 Vehicles Sold This Month; 19,840 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Subaru of America, Inc. - Up 21.2 Percent (44,479 Vehicles Sold This Month; 112,338 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chrysler Group LLC - Up 13 Percent (193,915 Vehicles Sold This Month; 475,964 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Kia Motors America - Up 11.5 Percent (54,777 Vehicles Sold This Month; 133,006 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mercedes-Benz USA - Up 11 Percent (30,091 Vehicles Sold This Month; 79,475 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volvo Cars of North America, LLC - Up 10.3 Percent (5,915 Vehicles Sold This Month; 13,698 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Porsche Cars North America, Inc. - Up 9.2 Percent (3,808 Vehicles Sold This Month; 10,136 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mazda North American Operations - Up 9 Percent (34,903 Vehicles Sold This Month; 75,058 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jaguar Land Rover North America - Up 8.6 Percent (149,136 Vehicles Sold This Month; 354,966 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Nissan North America - Up 8.3 Percent (149,136 Vehicles Sold This Month; 354,966 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) BMW Group U.S. - Up 7.9 Percent (35,762 Vehicles Sold This Month; 81,034 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Audi of America - Up 7.5 Percent (14,246 Vehicles Sold This Month; 35,228 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Toyota Motor Sales - Up 4.9 Percent (215,348 Vehicles Sold This Month; 520,997 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) General Motors Co. - Up 4.1 Percent (256,047 Vehicles Sold This Month; 649,637 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ford Motor Company - Up 3.4 Percent (244,167 Vehicles Sold This Month; 582,758 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Hyundai Motor America - Down 1.9 Percent (67,005 Vehicles Sold This Month; 160,013 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) American Honda Motor Co. - Down 2 Percent (133,318 Vehicles Sold This Month; 325,354 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volkswagen of America - Down 2.6 Percent (36,717 Vehicles Sold This Month; 87,323 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Brands: Mitsubishi - Up 70.2 Percent (8,996 Vehicles Sold This Month; 19,840 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jeep - Up 47 Percent (57,983 Vehicles Sold This Month; 145,839 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Lincoln - Up 31.4 Percent (8,969 Vehicles Sold This Month; 21,603 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jaguar - Up 29 Percent (1,816 Vehicles Sold This Month; 4,715 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ram - Up 29 Percent (44,479 Vehicles Sold This Month; 100,993 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Lexus - Up 28 Percent (28,593 Vehicles Sold This Month; 65,085 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Sprinter - Up 25.2 Percent (1,915 Vehicles Sold This Month; 4,624 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Fiat - Up 24 Percent (4,738 Vehicles Sold This Month; 11,425 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Subaru - Up 21.2 Percent (44,479 Vehicles Sold This Month; 112,338 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) BMW - Up 18.6 Percent (32,107 Vehicles Sold This Month; 72,377 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Buick - Up 13.4 Percent (20,428 Vehicles Sold This Month; 52,898 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Infiniti - Up 12.5 Percent (12,494 Vehicles Sold This Month; 31,221 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Kia - Up 11.5 Percent (54,777 Vehicles Sold This Month; 133,006 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mercedes-Benz - Up 11.2 Percent (27,401 Vehicles Sold This Month; 72,614 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Acura - Up 10.5 Percent (15,580 Vehicles Sold This Month; 37,948 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volvo - Up 10.3 Percent (5,915 Vehicles Sold This Month; 13,698 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Porsche - Up 9.2 Percent (3,808 Vehicles Sold This Month; 10,136 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mazda - Up 9 Percent (34,903 Vehicles Sold This Month; 75,058 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Nissan - Up 7.9 Percent (136,642 Vehicles Sold This Month; 323,745 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Audi - Up 7.5 Percent (14,246 Vehicles Sold This Month; 35,228 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) GMC - Up 7.4 Percent (41,173 Vehicles Sold This Month; 104,468 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chevrolet - Up 3.3 Percent (179,681 Vehicles Sold This Month; 452,683 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ford - Up 2.6 Percent (235,198 Vehicles Sold This Month; 561,155 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Toyota - Up 2.5 Percent (186,755 Vehicles Sold This Month; 455,912 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Land Rover - Up 2 Percent (4,399 Vehicles Sold This Month; 13,079 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Dodge - Up 1 Percent (60,575 Vehicles Sold This Month; 145,224 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Hyundai - Down 1.9 Percent (67,005 Vehicles Sold This Month; 160,013 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volkswagen - Down 2.6 Percent (36,717 Vehicles Sold This Month; 87,323 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Honda - Down 3.4 Percent (117,738 Vehicles Sold This Month; 287,406 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Cadillac - Down 6.3 Percent (14,765 Vehicles Sold This Month; 39,588 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Scion - Down 8 Percent (5,917 Vehicles Sold This Month; 14,457 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Smart - Down 16.6 Percent (775 Vehicles Sold This Month; 2,237 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chrysler - Down 23 Percent (26,140 Vehicles Sold This Month; 72,483 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) MINI - Down 39.8 Percent (3,655 Vehicles Sold This Month; 8,657 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) View full article
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April 1, 2014 SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. REPORTS BEST MONTH EVER Best first quarter in company history Best ever month for Forester Best ever month for XV Crosstrek Best month in 10 years for WRX Cherry Hill, N.J. - Continuing its long sales streak, Subaru of America, Inc. has reported record sales of 44,479 vehicles for March 2014. This is an increase of 21% over the March 2013 sales of 36,701 and means the company has now set consecutive monthly sales increases for the past 28 months. The Forester and XV Crosstrek model lines both significantly contributed to the company’s strong March sales and also its performance so far in 2014, which saw the company post first quarter sales of over 100,000 for the first time. Furthering optimism around the brand, an all-new Legacy sedan model was shown this February and more new models are expected from the company later this year. “We are delighted to have once again delivered record results” said Thomas J. Doll, president and chief operating officer, Subaru of America, Inc. “2014 looks already set to be our seventh year of consecutive sales growth, with more new product to come” “We are reporting strong growth and sales across the country” said Bill Cyphers, senior vice president of sales “Our retailers continue to show dedication and commitment to make these record-breaking sales possible”, added Cyphers.
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Chrysler Group LLC Reports March 2014 U.S. Sales Increased 13 Percent; Best March Sales Since 2007 48th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains First quarter sales up 11 percent compared with same quarter in 2013 Jeep®, Dodge, Ram Truck, and FIAT brands each post sales gains in March compared with same month a year ago Jeep brand records its best sales month ever; March sales up 47 percent FIAT brand up 24 percent; best sales month ever Ram pickup truck sales up 26 percent; best March sales in 10 years Six Chrysler Group vehicles set sales records in March Jeep Grand Cherokee is named 2014 Winter Vehicle of New England for fourth-consecutive year by New England Motor Press Association April 1, 2014 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 193,915 units, a 13 percent increase compared with sales in March 2013 (171,606 units), and the group’s best March sales since 2007. The Jeep®, Dodge, Ram Truck, and FIAT brands each posted year-over-year sales gains in March compared with the same month a year ago. The Jeep brand’s 47 percent increase was the largest sales gain of any Chrysler Group brand during the month. Chrysler Group extended its streak of year-over-year sales gains to 48-consecutive months in March. “We are entering the spring selling season on a high note as our Jeep and FIAT brands recorded their best sales months ever and Chrysler Group extended its streak in March to 48-consecutive months of year-over-year sales increases,” said Reid Bigland, Head of U.S. Sales. “Our Ram pickup truck posted its best March sales in 10 years.” Six Chrysler Group vehicles set sales records in March. The Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot, the Fiat 500L, and the Dodge Journey mid-size crossover each posted their best monthly sales ever. The Jeep Wrangler and Ram Cargo Van each recorded their best sales for the month of March. With its 27 percent increase, the Dodge Grand Caravan had the largest year-over-year percentage sales increase of any Chrysler Group models in March. The Ram pickup truck’s 26 percent increase represented its best March sales in 10 years. The all-new Jeep Cherokee mid-size SUV weighed in with its second best sales month since arriving in dealerships in October. Chrysler Group finished the month of March with a 71 days supply of inventory (525,927 units). U.S. industry sales figures for March are internally projected at an estimated 16.2 million units Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR). March 2014 U.S. Sales Highlights by Brand Jeep® Brand Jeep brand sales were up 47 percent in March, the brand’s best sales month ever as all five Jeep brand models posted sales gains. The brand’s 47 percent increase also was the largest percentage sales gain of any Chrysler Group brand in March. The Jeep Compass and Jeep Patriot each recorded their best ever monthly sales, while the iconic Jeep Wrangler posted its best sales for the month of March. Sales of the all-new Jeep Cherokee mid-size SUV were up 17 percent compared with sales in February, its second-best monthly sales performance since arriving in dealerships in October. Sales of the Jeep Grand Cherokee were up 26 percent, its best March sales in nine years and the largest percentage sales increase of any Jeep brand model in March. The Grand Cherokee was named 2014 Winter Vehicle of New England by the New England Motor Press Association in March. The association cited the Grand Cherokee’s EcoDiesel engine and its eight-speed transmission in selecting the flagship Jeep model for an unprecedented fourth consecutive win. The Jeep brand unveiled the all-new 2015 Jeep Renegade, the brand’s first entry in the small SUV segment, at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show in March. The Renegade delivers a unique combination of best-in-class off-road capability, open-air freedom and convenience, a segment-first nine-speed automatic transmission that contributes to outstanding on-road and off-road driving dynamics, fuel-efficient engines, world-class refinement, and a host of innovative safety and advanced technology offerings. The result is an efficient vehicle created to attract youthful and adventurous customers around the world to the Jeep brand. Ram Truck Brand Sales of the Ram pickup truck were up 26 percent in March, the truck’s best March sales performance in 10 years and its 47th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. Ram Light Duty sales increased 24 percent in March, while Ram Heavy Duty pickups were up 28 percent. Shipments of the Ram 1500 EcoDiesel truck began arriving at Ram Truck dealerships in March from the Warren Truck Assembly Plant in Michigan. Following the Environmental Protection Agency’s best-in-class certification of 28 MPG, Ram Truck received more than 8,000 orders for the fuel efficient truck armed with 420 lb.-ft. of torque and 9,200 lbs. of towing capacity. Ram Truck brand sales were up 29 percent in March, the brand’s best sales in the month of March since 2007. Sales of the Ram ProMaster were up 85 percent in March, the full-size van’s second best sales month since its launch in October. With its 19 percent increase, the Ram Cargo Van recorded its best March sales ever. FIAT Brand FIAT brand sales were up 24 percent in March, its best sales month since the brand returned to the U.S. market in 2011. It was the brand’s fourth-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. The Fiat 500 had its best sales month so far this year in March, while sales of the Fiat 500L were up 78 percent compared with the previous month of February. It also was the 500L’s best sales performance since launch in June. Sales of the Fiat 500e all-electric vehicle were up 95 percent compared with the previous month of February, while year-over-year sales of the Fiat 500 Cabrio Abarth were up 160 percent in March. The FIAT brand in March opened orders for the 2014 Fiat 500 1957 Edition, arriving in FIAT studios nationwide in late spring. Pricing for this well-equipped, limited-production model starts at $20,400 U.S. MSRP, which is just $1,900 more than a base Fiat 500 Lounge. The 1957 Edition includes a sport-tuned suspension for improved handling, 16-inch forged aluminum wheels with a retro body color design, throwback “FIAT” badging and a premium Marrone (brown) and Avorio (ivory) leather interior. Dodge Brand The Dodge Durango full-size SUV, Dodge Journey mid-size crossover, Dodge Grand Caravan minivan, and Dodge Charger each recorded year-over-year sales gains in March. Sales of the Journey were up 25 percent, the mid-size crossover’s best sales month ever. Durango sales were up 22 percent in March compared with the same month a year ago, extending its run of year-over-year sales gains to 17-consecutive months. It was the Durango’s best March sales since 2005. Grand Caravan sales were up 27 percent in March, the largest year-over-year percentage sales gain of any Chrysler Group vehicle in March. With its 15 percent increase, the Dodge Charger had its best March sales since 2007. Dodge brand sales were up 1 percent in March compared with the same month a year ago, the brand’s best March sales since 2007. The Journey, America’s most versatile mid-size crossover with available seven-passenger seating, is upping its capability and value quotient by offering the Pentastar 3.6-liter V-6 engine and all-wheel drive (AWD) on SE models for 2014, with a U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $24,895 (excluding $995 destination). The Dodge Journey SE V-6 AWD makes all-wheel drive more accessible within the Journey lineup by $1,800 compared to the SXT model. The Dodge Dart sedan in March was named a “Best Bet” in the compact car category of this year’s edition of The Car Book. It was the Dart’s second-consecutive year as a “Best Bet.” The recognition is based on an analysis of wide-ranging information collected from government and independent sources. The analysis is conducted by The Car Book and the Center for Auto Safety and considers crash test results, safety features, rollover rating, preventative maintenance schedules, repair costs, warranty coverage, fuel economy, complaint data and insurance costs. Chrysler Brand Sales of the award-winning Chrysler Town & Country minivan were up 14 percent in March, compared with the same month a year ago. It was the minivan’s best March sales since 2008. Chrysler brand sales were down 23 percent in March, reflecting the end of production of the 2014 Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan and convertible. The Chrysler 300 flagship sedan had its best sales month so far this year. Production of the all-new 2015 Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan began in March and is expected to go on sale in this second quarter. The new 200 sedan leapfrogs expectations in the mid-size sedan segment for comfort, ride and handling. Engineered to provide premium driving dynamics, highway fuel economy of up to 36 mpg highway, a quiet cabin and an enthusiastic driving experience, the new 200 delivers exceptional ride and handling characteristics for all roads and weather conditions. The 2015 Chrysler 200 with the standard 2.4-liter Tigershark MultiAir®2 I-4 engine is rated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at 23 mpg city, 36 mpg highway and 28 mpg combined, a five mile per gallon improvement in the highway rating versus the outgoing model.
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April 1, 2014 Nissan Group Reports March 2014 U.S. Sales NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Nissan Group announced today total U.S. sales for March 2014 of 149,136 units, an increase of 8.3 percent over the prior year. Nissan highlights: Nissan Group's March sales marked the best-ever monthly total in the company's history. Nissan Division also set an all-time record with 136,642 deliveries in the month, an increase of 7.9 percent over the prior year. This also marks a monthly record for Nissan division in 12 of the last 13 months. The Nissan Rogue crossover also set an all-time monthly record with 19,420 deliveries, an increase of 26.3 percent. Sentra deliveries increased 38.4 percent to 19,323 vehicles in March. Sales of the all-electric Nissan LEAF set a March record, increasing 12.1 percent to 2,507. Nissan Altima sales totaled 35,921 units in March, its best sales month since March 2013. Nissan Juke deliveries also hit an all-time monthly high at 6,943, up 77.3 percent. Through March, sales of Nissan's crossover lineup have increased 25 percent. Nissan will look to extend those gains with the launch of the all-new 2015 Murano, which will be unveiled later this month at the New York International Auto Show. Infiniti today reported U.S. sales of 12,494 units in March, an increase of 12.5 percent versus 11,103 units a year earlier. The all-new Infiniti Q50 luxury sports sedan saw deliveries of 3,795 units in March. Overall sales of Infiniti sports sedans, which include the Infiniti G37, rose 27.9 percent to 5,796 units for the month. As a result, sales of Infiniti luxury passenger cars were up 13.2 percent in March. The Infiniti QX60 7-passenger luxury crossover had its best March ever with sales of 3,340 units, an increase of 26.9 percent. Overall sales of Infiniti's luxury crossover and sport utility vehicles rose 11.6 percent.
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VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA REPORTS MARCH 2014 SALES Apr 1, 2014 March sales total 36,717 units Jetta Sedan delivered 13,687 units for the month, up 6.3 percent vs the prior year Passat delivered 11,050 units for the month, marking the best March for the vehicle Tiguan delivered 2,315 units for the month High-mileage, TDI® Clean Diesel models accounted for 26.6 percent of sales, the best March on record Passat TDI sales were 4,549, representing 41.2 percent of sales of the vehicle marking the best March and best year-to-date ever. Herndon, VA (April 1, 2014) — Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) today reported 36,717 units delivered in March. “We continue to see steady demand for our TDI Clean Diesels as well as our core vehicles,” said Mark McNabb, chief operating officer, Volkswagen of America. “With the Spring selling season upon us, we expect to see more stability ahead as we lay the groundwork for the launch of the all-new Golf coming later this summer.” Total Jetta deliveries (including SportWagen) for March accounted for 15,692 units. Volkswagen will debut the 2015 Model Year Jetta at the New York International Auto Show in April. The new Jetta will feature a refreshed exterior, improved fuel economy and a host of new safety and technology features. The Chattanooga-built Passat deliveries totaled 11,050 units delivered for the month. In March the Passat TDI, the only clean diesel in the midsize sedan segment, delivered 4,549 clean diesels. This marks the best March ever for both Passat and Passat TDI® Clean Diesel. As Volkswagen prepares for the launch of the all-new family of Golf vehicles, sales of the current generation were 1,989 units. The much anticipated, all-new 2015 model will go on sale later this summer. The benefits of clean diesel vehicles continue to resonate with consumers as Volkswagen delivered 9,764 units. The company confirmed that the newest, most fuel-efficient, TDI® Clean Diesel engine, designated EA288 will power the 2015 Golf, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Passat, and Jetta, all of which are set to arrive in dealer showrooms in the second half of 2014.
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Volvo Announces March Sales U.S. Sales Up 10.3 Percent ROCKLEIGH, N.J. (April 1, 2014) - Volvo Cars of North America, LLC, (VCNA) reported U.S. sales of 5,915 units for the month, a 10.3 percent increase versus March 2013. The top seller for March was the S60 sports sedan with 2,384 units sold, posting a 21.8 percent increase versus March 2013, followed by the XC60 with 1,701 units sold. New this year and rounding out the 60 cluster, the V60 sportswagon is in dealerships now and combines the driving dynamics of a luxury sports sedan with the space and utility to support an active lifestyle. Thanks to Volvo’s new Drive-E engine family, the V60 features best-in-class fuel economy, with the T5 Drive-E FWD achieving 37 highway / 25 city / 29 combined mpg. The V60 is also offered with two of Volvo’s existing engines, the V60 T5 AWD and the V60 T6 R-Design AWD.
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Kia Motors America Announces March Sales Optima and Soul Nameplates Achieve Record Monthly Sales; All-New K900 Flagship Sedan Begins to Arrive in Select Showrooms IRVINE, Calif., April 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today reported March sales of 54,777 vehicles, a 11.5-percent increase over the same period in 2013 and led by record monthly sales of the U.S.-built* Optima midsize sedan the and Soul, with 16,310 and 13,992 units sold, respectively. Included in the second-best March total in company history are the first retail deliveries of the all-new K900 luxury sedan, which began arriving in select showrooms in limited supply last month. "2014 marks Kia's 20th anniversary in the U.S. and our performance in March helped first quarter sales rise 4.8-percent over last year, thanks to strong consumer traffic and the ongoing popularity of the Optima and Soul," said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of sales and marketing, KMA. "With K900s now arriving in dealerships, Kia's product portfolio is more refined than ever and offers world-class design, advanced technology and outstanding quality in every segment we compete in, from subcompact to luxury."
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Hyundai Motor America Reports March Sales Hyundai CUV segment up double digits FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America announced March sales of 67,005, up 37 percent over February, down 1.9 percent from a year ago. "While we were hoping weather across the country would finally break, much of the nation continued to experience winter conditions, resulting in slower sales early in the month," said Bob Pradzinski, vice president of national sales, Hyundai Motor America. "During the second half of March, we saw very nice gains in our retail pace that we expect to continue throughout the month of April." Entering the spring selling season, we are looking forward to the launch of the all-new 2015 Genesis sedan set to arrive at dealerships later this month. Just as the first Genesis, launched in 2009, was a turning point for the Hyundai brand, we expect the all-new sedan will draw a new group of premium customers to our dealerships. The Santa Fe family saw sales gains of 36.7 percent, followed by the Tucson at 13.6 percent. The flagship Hyundai Equus was up 13.8 percent for the month, followed by the Sonata and Veloster up 6.8 percent and 3.3 percent respectively.
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Mercedes-Benz Posts Best-Ever First Quarter with March Sales of 27,401, Up 11.2% MBUSA up 11% month-to-date with 30,091 units MONTVALE, N.J., April 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today reported the highest first quarter sales in its history with 30,091 vehicles sold across the Mercedes-Benz, Sprinter and smart model lines in March, up 11% from the 27,104 units sold over the same month last year. The Mercedes-Benz brand alone hit a new benchmark for the month with sales of 27,401, an increase of 11.2%, while year-to-date volumes climbed to 72,614 units, up 5% from March 2013. Adding year-to-date sales of 4,624 for Sprinter Vans and 2,237 units at smart, MBUSA delivered a year-to-date grand total of 79,475. "Thanks to a best-ever March, we've hit a new first quarter sales record in 2014," said Steve Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "Our CLA is making strong headway in the entry luxury arena with sales of more than 20,000 units after just six months on the market. With another knockout series of products waiting in the wings, we expect even higher growth this year and beyond." March sales for the Mercedes-Benz brand were led by the C-, E- and M-Class model lines. The E-Class took the top spot with 6,335 units, increasing 58% from the same month last year, followed by the C-Class at 5,660. The M-Class, perennial best-seller on the SUV side, rounded out the top three at 4,052, up 15.7% from March 2013. At the high end, the flagship S-Class continued to post strong gains with volumes of 2,299 for the month, up 89.1%, while sales of the CLS-Class four-door coupe rose 7.3%. As a whole, retail volumes for Mercedes-Benz passenger cars were up 8.8% in the first quarter of 2014, boosted by sales of the 2014 CLA-Class four-door coupe with 6,129 units year-to-date. The new generation S-Class finished the period up 74.5% compared to the first quarter of 2013. Total first quarter sales for Mercedes-Benz light trucks reached 24,435. The redesigned Sprinter lineup posted sales of 1,915 in March, an increase of 25.2% from the 1,529 units sold in March 2013, while retail volumes for the smart brand totaled 775. Mercedes-Benz AMG high-performance models finished the month up 59.9% at 1,009 with year-to-date volumes increasing 74.4% to 2,830. The company's BlueTEC diesel models recorded March sales of 1,535 and 3,923 year-to-date, on par with the 3,945 diesel units sold through March 2013.
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Apr 1, 2014 , HERNDON, Va. Audi achieves best-ever March sales to set 39th consecutive record month Strong demand for Audi A6 and Q7 models set the pace in March 2014 Year-to-date sales running ahead of record 2013 pace as Audi A3 premium compact models are arriving in the U.S. market Audi Certified pre-owned sales set 8th straight monthly record HERNDON, Va., April 1, 2014 – Audi reported March 2014 sales of 14,246 vehicles, which stands as the brand’s 39th consecutive month of record monthly sales. For the month, Audi sales in the U.S. finished 7.5% ahead of the 13,253 sales recorded in March 2013. Through the first quarter of 2014, Audi U.S. sales stood at 35,228, or 3.0% ahead of the record pace set in the year-earlier quarter. “What drove the Audi momentum story to its 39th consecutive record month was consistently strong demand across our product line up – particularly for our SUV models and our A6 premium sedan,” said Mark Del Rosso, Chief Operating Officer, Audi of America. “Add in the tech-forward A3 premium compact sedans after their official sales launch later this week and the outlook for the rest of 2014 is extremely positive.” Luxury sedan sales remained strong as the Audi A6 increased 26.7% to 2,212 vehicles sold for the month, while year-to-date demand for the A6 increased 24.3% to 5,436 vehicles sold. March results were bolstered by sales of Audi luxury SUVs, with the Audi Q7 luxury crossover posting a 45.8% gain in March on 1,592 units delivered for the month and year-to-date sales increased 41% to a total of 4,089 vehicles. March 2014 was the 8th consecutive record month for Audi Certified pre-owned vehicles sales with an increase of 13.5%, to a total of 3,886 CPO vehicles sold in the most-recent month, compared to 3,425 models sold a year earlier. That made March 2014 the 2nd best CPO sales month on record for Audi of America. For the first quarter of 2014, CPO sales jumped 13.9% to 10,314 vehicles sold. Highlights: Sales mix for Audi S performance variants finished the month at 15.2% for the S4 sedan; 35.9% for the S5/ RS 5; 5.6% for the S6; 31.4% for the S7 / RS 7; 12.8% for the S8; 31.6% for the TTS / TT RS and TTS Roadster, and 8.3% for the SQ5 crossover. Sales of A6 increased to 26.7% compared to March 2013; YTD sales grew 24.3% compared to previous period. Sales of the Audi Q7 increased 45.8% compared to March 2013; YTD sales grew 41% compared to previous period. March sales mix for Audi TDI models: Audi A6 TDI at 11.3% on 249 vehicles sold; Audi A7 TDI at 8.4% on 72 vehicles; A8 TDI at 13.4% on 64 vehicles; Audi Q5 TDI at 15.5% on 519 vehicles, and for the Audi Q7 TDI at 25.8% on 411 vehicles; with an overall mix of 15.5% on 1,315 total TDI sales for March. Audi Certified pre-owned sales increased 13.5% to 3,886 vehicles in March; YTD CPO sales rose 13.9% to 10,314 vehicles sold. The all-new 2015 Audi A3 sedan models officially go on sale April 3. Audi holds the longest running monthly record sales streak in the premium car market according to a completive sales report from MotorIntelligence.com.
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American Honda Announces Sales Results for March 2014 04/01/2014 - TORRANCE, Calif. Acura division sales up 10.5 percent with MDX and RDX setting monthly records American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported March 2014 Honda and Acura vehicle sales of 133,318 units. Acura division gained 10.5 percent (14.7 percent based on the Daily Selling Rate, or DSR*)on sales of 15,580, with light trucks increasing 45.8 percent for the month on sales of 10,387 units. The Honda Division recorded sales of 117,738 vehicles in March. Honda Despite heavy incentives from several major automakers, Honda market share remained strong in March with a nearly 30 percent month-over-month increase as the U.S. auto market clawed back from one of the worst winters in memory. Accord posted March sales of 33,962 and was the best-selling Honda model for the month Civic found 27,967 new buyers, up 0.1% versus last March CR-V recorded sales of 28,657, up 6.5 percent for the month Odyssey sales also rose slightly to 11,008 "With all of the independent data showing the competition getting back on the juice of heavy incentives and fleet sales, we couldn't be more pleased to see our core models—Accord, Civic and CR-V—attract such significant interest from retail buyers," said Jeff Conrad, Honda division senior vice president and general manager. "And with the all-new 2015 Fit going on sale this month, our model lineup is only going to get stronger." Acura Acura's flagship SUV, the MDX, drove a 10.5 percent division increase as Acura light truck sales climbed nearly 46 percent from a year earlier. RDX also contributed to its remarkable string of monthly increases, with sales rising for the 23rd straight month. Acura division sales increase 10.5 percent with 15,580 units sold in March Acura trucks rise 45.8 percent on sales of 10,387, a new March record MDX sales set a new monthly record with total sales up 80.6 percent, totaling 5,793 in March RDX recorded an increase of 18.2 percent on sales of 4,580 units, another March record "It's unusual to have such strength and consistency in the hyper-competitive luxury SUV segment," said Mike Accavitti, Acura division senior vice president and general manager. "It's clear that MDX and RDX possess the key qualities that give lasting appeal."
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Toyota Motor Sales is No. 1 Retail Manufacturer in March 2014 Lexus up 28 percent in March; Toyota division no. 1 retail brand in March and first quarter TORRANCE, Calif. (April 1, 2014) – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported March 2014 sales results of 215,348 units, an increase of 8.9 percent from March 2013 on a daily selling rate (DSR). On a raw-volume basis, unadjusted for 26 selling days in March 2014 versus 27 selling days in March 2013, TMS sales increased 4.9 percent from year-ago month. Toyota division posted March 2014 sales of 186,755 units, up 6.5 percent year-over-year on a DSR basis. Volume-wise, Toyota division sales increased 2.5 percent over March 2013. For the first quarter, TMS reported sales of 520,997 units, flat versus the same period in 2013 on a DSR basis. With 75 selling days in the first quarter of 2014 compared to 76 selling days in the first quarter of 2013, sales were down 1.6 percent on an unadjusted raw-volume basis. “Solid March sales pushed first-quarter industry results ahead of last year’s pace despite one of the harshest winters on record,” said Bill Fay, Toyota division group vice president and general manager. “Toyota dealers had their two best sales weekends of the year late in the month, and we’re optimistic that momentum will spring us into April.” Lexus reported March sales of 28,593 units, a 28 percent increase on a DSR and a 23.3 percent increase on a raw-volume basis, both year-over-year. Lexus posted first quarter sales of 65,085 units, up 16.2 percent over the same period in 2013 on a DSR basis. Volume-wise, sales were up 14.7 percent. "New products are driving the growth in the luxury segment," said Jeff Bracken, Lexus group vice president and general manager. “IS sales more than doubled in March and helped push Lexus to one of the biggest increases in the industry for the month.” Other Highlights: TMS is no. 1 retail manufacturer; Toyota division is no. 1 retail brand in March and first quarter Camry up more than 11 percent with sales of 42,000 units All-new Corolla records sales of 30,000 units Toyota division trucks up 10 percent All-new RAV4 is truck volume leader with sales of 20,000 units in March; best-ever first quarter FJ Cruiser up over 94 percent All-new Highlander up 14.3 percent in March; best-ever first quarter 4Runner up over 53 percent All-new Tundra up 25 percent; best-month since August 2008 Lexus up 28 percent in March; up almost 15 percent in first quarter All-new Lexus IS posts triple-digit gains Lexus GS up 32 percent Lexus luxury utility vehicles up almost 20 percent Lexus RX posts sales of nearly 10,000 units Lexus GX posts triple digit gains
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JAGUAR LAND ROVER REPORTS U.S. SALES FOR MARCH 2014 Jaguar Land Rover North America sales increase 9 percent in March, for its best March sales month result since 2005 Land Rover brand has its best March sales month ever Best Range Rover Evoque Month ever Jaguar continues growth streak with 29 percent growth in March (MAHWAH, NJ) – April 1, 2014 – Jaguar Land Rover North America today reported March 2014 U.S. sales: Jaguar sales were 1,816 units, 29 percent up from 1408 units in March 2013; Land Rover sales reached an all-time March high of 4,399 units, up 2 percent from 4,314 units in March 2013. Jaguar Land Rover North America March U.S. sales for both brands hit 6,215 units, a 9 percent increase from 5,722 units in March 2013. "Jaguar Land Rover had a solid March driven by its strong product line up and positive response to retail sales events for both brands,” said Joe Eberhardt, President and CEO, Jaguar Land Rover North America. “We are especially pleased in the continued strength of each brand’s volume leaders, the Jaguar XF sedan and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport.” For the complete year 2013, Land Rover sales achieved an all-time high of 50,010 up 15 percent from 2012; Jaguar sales for the year were 16,952 up 41 percent from 2012; Jaguar Land Rover North America sales for the year were 66,962; up 20 percent from 2012. U.S. BRAND HIGHLIGHTS Land Rover The all new Range Rover Sport hit a record March high of 1,747 units, up 26 percent from 1,386 in March, 2013. The new Range Rover Sport has received multiple awards for its breadth of capability including Petersen’s 4-Wheel & Off-Road ‘4x4 of the year’ and Road & Track’s ‘Best Cars’ list in the SUV category. The Range Rover Evoque had its best month ever with 1,370 units, up 18% from 1,157 in March 2013. Range Rover, which was recently awarded the 2014 Polk Automotive Loyalty Award in the Luxury Full Size SUV category, added 794 sales this month. Jaguar For the month of March, the Jaguar XF was the Jaguar volume and growth leader with 742 units sold. The Jaguar XJ added 556 units, up 26 percent from 440 units in March 2013. The current MY XF lineup includes the new 2.0T model as well as all-wheel-drive and V-6 options. The F-TYPE convertible sports car added 287 units this month. The F-TYPE Coupe was introduced at the Los Angeles International Automobile Show in November and goes on sale next month. The F-TYPE Coupe launch campaign, British Villains, kicked off with Jaguar’s first advertisement in the broadcast of the Super Bowl. The 60-second spot, “Rendezvous,” has become Jaguar USA’s most popular YouTube video ever with 11.5 Million views.
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BMW Group U.S. Reports March 2014 Sales BMW brand sales up 18.6 percent, best March ever MINI brand sales down 39.8 percent Woodcliff Lake, NJ - April 1, 2014… The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported March sales of 35,762 vehicles, an increase of 7.9 percent from the 33,149 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) is up 2.6 percent on sales of 81,034 in the first three months of 2014 compared to 78,957 in the same period in 2013. “You could almost feel the desire as March roared out with record-breaking numbers for BMW making for a strong start to the Spring season,” said Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America. “New models from the 2 Series to the 4 Series to the X5 are gaining traction in the marketplace, and for MINI the months of drought will be ending as the new Hardtop is arriving and on its way to showrooms.” BMW Brand Sales Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 18.6 percent in March for a total of 32,107 compared to 27,078 vehicles sold in March, 2013. Year-to-date, the BMW brand is up 11.5 percent on sales of 72,377 compared to 64,902 sold in the first three months of 2013. In March, best performing vehicles included the 6 Series, up 249.3 percent to 3,063 units; the Z4, up 87.3 percent to 592 units; and the BMW X1, up 55.8 percent to 4,307 units. MINI Brand Sales For March, MINI USA reported 3,655 automobiles, a decrease of 39.8 percent from the 6,071 automobiles sold in the same month a year ago. Year to date, MINI USA reported a total of 8,657 automobiles, a decrease of 38.4 percent from the 14,055 automobiles sold in the first three months of 2013.
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Porsche Records Best First Quarter in the U.S. Company reports March sales of 3,808 units ATLANTA, April 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor of Porsche sports cars, Cayenne SUVs and the Panamera four-door sports sedan line-up in the United States, today announced March sales of 3,808 vehicles. This compares to 3,486 vehicles sold in March of 2013, an increase of over nine percent and a new high for that month. For the year so far, PCNA has delivered 10,136 vehicles versus 9,650 during the same period last year, an increase of five percent and the first time that the company has topped the 10,000 mark in a first quarter. While mid-engine sports cars and the Panamera both bettered last year's numbers with 617 and 442 sold respectively, two of the newest models were the highlights of a remarkable sales performance in March. With 281 units sold the top-of-the-line 911 Turbo and Turbo S contributed over one-third of all 911 sales. The gas and diesel versions of the brand new Platinum Edition met with unanimous approval from customers and recorded over two-thirds of the ever popular Cayenne model line of 1,862 units sold.
