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GM’s Sales Climbed 19 percent in September GM has industry’s best-selling pickups for second month in a row Chevrolet Cruze up 45 percent GMC sales increase 28 percent Buick Encore is the industry’s best-selling small crossover Cadillac Escalade sales more than double DETROIT – General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) dealers delivered 223,437 vehicles in the United States in September. Total deliveries were up 19 percent compared with a year ago. Retail deliveries, which are sales to individual consumers, were up 17 percent. Fleet deliveries were up 30 percent, including the 11thconsecutive monthly increase in commercial sales. “GM saw strength almost across the board in September, and outpaced the industry with the newest trucks and SUVs at exactly the right time,” said Kurt McNeil, U.S. vice president of Sales Operations. “We will have improved availability of heavy-duty pickups and large SUVs in the months ahead, and the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon are arriving in showrooms as we speak. This sets us up to finish the year on a very strong note.” Exceptionally strong sales of trucks and crossovers helped GM earn average transaction prices (ATPs) of about $34,600, the highest in company history, according to J.D. Power PIN estimates. ATPs were up about $1,200 per unit compared with August, and they were up about $2,500 per unit from a year ago. Nearly 80 percent of retail customers who bought a large SUV during September purchased a Chevrolet or GMC product. In addition, the Chevrolet Silverado had its best retail sales month since 2008 and GM’s estimated share of the retail market for large pickups increased 5 percentage points from a year ago to close to 40 percent. In the medium crossover segment, combined sales of the Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave were up 31 percent. GM compact car deliveries were also up 30 percent, and year-to-date sales were the highest since 2005. September Sales Highlights (vs. 2013 except as noted) Chevrolet deliveries increased 20 percent, with Silverado up 54 percent, Suburban up 50 percent, Traverse up 45 percent, Cruze up 45 percent, Sonic up 14 percent and Equinox up 12 percent. Corvette deliveries nearly tripled. GMC deliveries were up 28 percent, including a 25 percent increase for Sierra and a 16 percent increase for Terrain. Yukon sales nearly doubled and Yukon XL was up 64 percent. Sales of the new Cadillac Escalade more than doubled, helping the brand deliver results equal to a year ago. Buick deliveries increased 12 percent, with Enclave up 36 percent, Encore up 20 percent, Verano up 6 percent and Regal up 5 percent. The Encore has been the industry’s best-selling small SUV for six months in a row. The first deliveries of the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon occurred in September and availability will grow throughout the fall. GM has announced plans to add a third shift at its Wentzville, Mo., assembly plant in early 2015 to meet expected demand for both mid-size pickups and full-size vans. Incentive spending as a percentage of ATPs was 11.1 percent, up 0.2 percentage points from August but the lowest of all domestic automakers by a significant margin, according to PIN. GM’s calendar-year-to-date spending as a percentage of ATPs is 10.7 percent, down 0.3 points, while industry spending is 10.0 percent, up 0.4 points. GM posted a 25 percent gain in commercial sales driven by pickups and vans, which were up 6 percent and 46 percent, respectively. Sales to rental customers were up about 35 percent due to timing. Sales to government customers were up about 17 percent. Year to date, commercial sales are up 24 percent, rental deliveries are up 3 percent and government deliveries are down 2 percent.
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MAZDA CX-5 AND MAZDA6 SET RECORD SEPTEMBER SALES IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported September U.S. sales of 23,980 vehicles, representing an increase of 6.7 percent versus last year. Year-to-date sales through September are up 9.3 percent versus last year, with 240,953 vehicles sold. "The past two years have seen a September sales month without the Labor Day holiday, which can present a challenge for our dealers, yet we still reported a year-over-year increase," said Ron Stettner, vice president of sales, MNAO. "Sales growth continues to be the product of strong dealer support and SKYACTIV Technology, specifically the quality, fuel efficiency, technology and value found in Mazda3, Mazda6 and CX-5." Key September sales notes: Mazda sold 23,980 vehicles in the month of September, 2014, a 6.7 percent increase year-over-year (YOY). After the best August in nine years, Mazda6 also recorded its best September in nine years (2005) with 4,263 vehicles sold, an increase of 34.6 percent YOY. Coming off best-ever August sales, Mazda CX-5 saw best-ever September sales with 8,097 vehicles sold, an increase of 28.9 percent YOY. SKYACTIV® Technology proves to be the key between performance and fuel efficiency as customers demand a no compromise solution. More than 84.0 percent of Mazdas sold in September were equipped with SKYACTIV Technology. Mazda reported Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) September sales of 3,513 vehicles, up 17.0 percent YOY. Year-to-date CPO sales are up 16 percent versus last year, with 32,217 vehicles sold.
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Audi achieves 45th consecutive month of record U.S. sales in September 2014 - Sales for the most recent month rose 14.2% to 14,917 vehicles - Q3 launch drives strong sales of all-new A-segment family - All-time best September sales of Audi Certified pre-owned vehicles HERNDON, Va., October 1, 2014 – Audi reported that its September 2014 sales increased 14.2% to 14,917 vehicles, a total that stands as the 45th consecutive month of record monthly U.S. sales for the brand. Audi U.S. sales year-to-date have increased 14.5% to 130,983 vehicles. Audi has maintained a solid and consistent record sales pace throughout 2014, with the best-ever September results following the best-ever sales month in AoA sales history in August. The previous September record was set in 2013 with sales of 13,065 vehicles. Through the first nine months of 2014, the Audi brand sold nearly as many vehicles in the U.S. as it did over a full year in 2012, which was 139,310 units. Year-to-date 2014 Audi U.S. sales have increased to 130,983 vehicles, a 14.5% gain from the same period in 2013. “Building on the popularity and robust sales performance of the Q5 and Q7, the successful launch of the new Q3 crossover offers Audi customers another great option to meet their needs,” said Mark Del Rosso, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Audi of America. “The demand for this new product – as well as the entire A-segment family – indicates that the market will continue to support our strong sales momentum.” Sales at the top end of the Audi lineup remained steady with the most exclusive C- and D- segment models continuing to represent nearly one-third of overall Audi sales. September represented steady demand for the Audi Q5 and Q7 SUVs. For the January-September period, Q5 sales rose 5.3%, while YTD sales for the Audi Q7 increased 21.7%. The September debut of the all-new Audi Q3 yielded 1,092 sales. After its April U.S. sales debut, the 2015 Audi A3 family has maintained a strong and consistent sales pace. September 2014 brought 2,340 A3 sales to solidify the standing of these compact premium models among the top three of the brand’s best sellers. September is the 14th consecutive month of record sales for Audi Certified pre-owned. This month marked an increase of 29.6% and a total of 3,866 CPO vehicles sold; CPO sales year-to-date increased 18.8%. Highlights: - The 2015 Audi A3 models, including new sedan and Cabriolet variants, have generated sales of 14,669 units since the first of the family line models reached the U.S. in the spring. - Sales of Audi premium category vehicles (Audi A6, Audi A7, Audi A8, and Audi Q7) increased 9% year-to-date, representing 31.1% of total Audi sales year-to-date and 21% of the Audi year-to-date sales gain. - Sales mix for Audi S performance variants finished the month at 12.2% for the S4 sedan; 30.9% for the S5/ RS 5; 4.6% for the S6; 20.4% for the S7 / RS 7; 11.1% for the S8; 38.1% for the TTS and TTS Roadster, and 6.3% for the SQ5 crossover. - September sales mix for Audi TDI models: Audi A3 TDI at 7.3%; Audi A6 TDI at 9.1%; Audi A7 TDI at 10.9%; A8 TDI at 7.6%; Audi Q5 TDI at 14.0%, Audi Q7 TDI at 19.7%, with an overall mix of 12.0% on 1,113 total TDI sales for September. - Audi holds the longest running monthly record sales streak in the premium car market according to a competitive sales report from MotorIntelligence.com.
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Toyota Division is Top Retail Brand for Ninth Straight Month Toyota division posts best September since 2007; SUVs set record in September TORRANCE, Calif. (October 1, 2014) – Toyota, Scion and Lexus today reported total September 2014 sales results of 167,279 units, an increase of 1.7 percent over September 2013 on a raw-volume basis unadjusted for 24 selling days this period versus 23 last year. All three brands combined for third quarter results of 629,181 units, the highest since 2007. Toyota division posted September 2014 sales of 145,427 units, flat year-over-year on a raw-volume basis compared to September 2013. “Auto sales remained strong in September and rounded out an excellent third quarter, the best for the industry since 2006,” said Bill Fay, Toyota division group vice president and general manager. “SUVs and crossovers continue to be the industry’s hot spots, and RAV4 and 4Runner both saw double-digits gains.” Lexus reported September sales of 21,852 units, an 11.9 percent increase on a raw-volume basis year-over-year. “September was a good month for Lexus, with both passenger cars and luxury utility vehicles showing nice gains,” said Steve Hearne, Lexus vice president of sales and dealer development. “Combined Lexus sales were up for the 12th consecutive month and outperformed both the industry and the luxury segment.” Other Highlights: A successful Camry sell-down continues with sales of more than 28,500 units All-new Corolla posts sales of 20,530 Avalon up nearly 8 percent Toyota and Lexus hybrids topped 21,000 units, accounting for about 70 percent of industry hybrid sales Toyota SUVs up 35.1 percent, posts best-ever September All-new RAV4 led record SUV sales with increase of 42.7 percent, a best-ever September All-new Highlander up nearly 22 percent 4Runner up 76 percent Pickups top 20,000 units, up 1 percent All-new Lexus IS increased 13 percent Lexus GS up 29 percent Lexus CT up 35 percent Lexus ES remains passenger car leader with sales of nearly 5,800 units Lexus luxury utility vehicles up over 7 percent Lexus RX posts sales of nearly 7,500 Lexus GX posts triple-digit gains for the eleventh month in a row
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BMW Group U.S. Reports September 2014 Sales BMW brand sales up 8.6 percent – Best September Ever MINI brand sales down 20.5 percent Woodcliff Lake, NJ – October 1, 2014… Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 8.6 percent in September for a total of 25,586 compared to 23,568 vehicles sold in September, 2013. Year-to-date, the BMW brand is up 11.3 percent on sales of 236,591 compared to 212,565 sold in the first nine months of 2013. “After such a strong August, to set a new September sales record for BMW is a great accomplishment and emphasizes the importance of our new models to the company’s sales success,” said Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America. “I am especially pleased to see dealer deliveries of the spectacular i8 hybrid now underway as we enter the very important fourth quarter of the year.” BMW Group Sales The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported September sales of 29,805 vehicles, an increase of 3.2 percent from the 28,874 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, the BMW Group (BMW and MINI combined) is up 5.2 percent on sales of 275,779 in the first nine months of 2014 compared to 262,200 in the same period in 2013. MINI Brand Sales For September, MINI USA reports 4,219 automobiles, a decrease of 20.5 percent from the 5,306 sold in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date, MINI USA reported a sales total of 39,188 automobiles, a decrease of 21.0 percent from the 49,635 automobiles sold in the first nine months of 2013.
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KIA MOTORS AMERICA ANNOUNCES BEST-EVER THIRD QUARTER SALES September Sales Up 6.9 Percent; Year-to-Date Sales Up 6.9 Percent IRVINE, Calif., October 1, 2014 – After posting the best first-half performance in company history, Kia Motors America’s (KMA) momentum continued with record third quarter sales, including 40,628 units in September, up 6.9-percent over the same period last year. As Kia celebrates its 20th anniversary in the U.S., the fast-moving brand continues to grow and mature with year-to-date sales up 6.9 percent and its aggressive new product cadence continues with two important new products – the all-new 2015 Sedona and the company’s first all-electric, zero-emissions vehicle in the U.S., the Soul EV – now beginning to arrive in dealerships. “September capped off the strongest summer selling season for Kia in its 20-year history, and with the launch of two all-new vehicles now underway, we continue to introduce the brand and our outstanding products to new customers who turn to Kia for our world-class quality and design, advanced technology and tremendous value,” said Michael Sprague, executive vice president of sales and marketing, KMA.
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OCT 1, 2014 | DEARBORN, MICH. FORD FUSION, EXPLORER, TRANSIT CONNECT POST RECORD SALES PERFORMANCE FOR SEPTEMBER Ford Fusion posts best September ever, its fifth straight month of record performance and best year-to-date sales results since launch in 2005 Ford Explorer has its best September sales performance since 2006; Transit Connect sales increase 30 percent, providing best-ever September performance Lincoln achieves its best September sales results since 2010 Ford Motor Company U.S. retail sales of 137,297 vehicles for September represent best results in seven years, fleet sales down 14 percent, total sales down 3 percent Ford Motor Company U.S. sales totaled 180,175 vehicles in September, down 3 percent from a year ago. Retail sales of 137,297 vehicles increased 2 percent. Ford’s overall sales continue to be tempered by managed F-Series volumes and planned reductions in 2014 daily rental volumes. In September, daily rental sales were down 40 percent. Overall fleet sales of 42,878 vehicles declined 14 percent. “Fusion is selling strong, with five straight months of record performance and California driving more than 20 percent of our retail growth this year – more than any other state,” said John Felice, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. “Lincoln produced its best sales results in seven years with the recent introduction of our all-new Lincoln MKC.” Fusion’s September sales totaled 21,693 vehicles – an increase of 9 percent and the car’s best September sales performance since launch in 2005. Retail sales increased 11 percent for the month, with some of the strongest increases coming from Houston and San Francisco – up 38 percent and 32 percent, respectively. Ford Explorer, America’s best-selling midsize utility, saw 13,770 total sales for the month – a 1 percent increase and the vehicle’s best September performance since 2006. Transit Connect sales increased 30 percent, marking a record September result with 4,132 vehicles sold. Lincoln MKC sales continue to increase, as Lincoln sales of 7,257 vehicles saw a 12 percent gain, providing the brand with its best September sales since 2010.
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Mercedes-Benz Closes Out Record Third Quarter With September Sales Of 27,315 Marks five years of consecutive year-over-year sales gains MONTVALE, N.J., Oct. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz today reported the best September sales in its history with 27,315 units sold across its passenger car and light truck lineups, increasing 10.6% from the 24,697 vehicles sold in September 2013. Sprinter sales totaled 2,208 for the month, combining with 748 retails at smart (up 19.7%) to bring total September volumes at Mercedes-BenzUSA (MBUSA) to 30,271, an increase of 10.2%. Year-to-date sales for Mercedes-Benz reached 233,211*, up 8.4%. Adding volumes of 17,785 for Sprinter and 8,080 for smart, MBUSA achieved a year-to-date grand total of 259,076. "With three record sales quarters under our belt, we're racing toward another banner year in step with the strong momentum of the market," said Stephen Cannon, president and CEO of MBUSA. "From gateway models like our all-new GLA compact SUV to the new flagship S-Class Coupe, the breadth of our product portfolio will keep us at the top of our game." September sales for the Mercedes-Benz brand were led by the C-, E- and M-Class model lines. The C-Class, which entered a new generation for the 2015 model year, took the lead with 6,285 units, followed by the E-Class with sales of 4,883. The best-selling Mercedes-Benz SUV, the M-Class, rounded out the top three at 3,460, gaining 8.8% from the same month last year. At the high end, the CLS-Class four-door coupe delivered a 21.4% monthly sales increase with 1,100 units, while the flagship S-Class continued to show robust momentum at 1,909, up 393.3%. Taken as a whole, sales of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars totaled 151,954 through the first three quarters of 2014, an increase of 9.9% compared to the 138,282 vehicles sold during the same period in 2013. On the SUV side, sales climbed 5.8% to 81,257 from 76,774 units year-to-date in 2013. High-end models accounted for 11.7% of the brand's total year-to-date sales volume, thanks in no small part to a 121.8% increase for the S-Class at 16,915. Retails for Mercedes-Benz AMG high-performance models totaled 717, up 6.2%, with year-to-date sales increasing 56.7% from the same period last year to 7,941. Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC diesel models delivered a September volume of 754, while year-to-date sales hit 11,017.
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New Acura and Honda Products Fuel Surge in September Automobile Sales 10/01/2014 - TORRANCE, Calif. Hot new Acura TLX powers an 18.8 percent division increase with 3,884 September sales Acura RDX posted its best-ever September with sales of 3,230, rising 6.9 percent for the month and helping Acura trucks to its best September on record New Honda Fit achieves best September ever on sales of 6,628 units, up 66.5 percent Honda CR-V also sets new September record, rising 10.6 percent on sales of 23,722 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported September 2014 Honda and Acura vehicle sales of 118,223 units, an increase of 12.0 percent versus September of last year. The Honda division had its best September since 2007 with sales of 104,391 vehicles, while Acura posted sales of 13,832 units in the same period. Acura trucks posted its best-ever September, rising 6.8 percent vs. 2013. Year-to-date total American Honda sales reached 1,160,605 vehicles. Honda The Honda brand showed considerable strength across its broad lineup in September, with nearly every model gaining for the month and two models—Fit and CR-V—setting new September records. Overall, the Honda brand was up 11.2 percent, the division's best post-recession September – since 2007. The outgoing 2014 CR-V enjoyed its best-ever September, with sales of 23,722 yielding a 10.6 percent increase for the month. The new 2015 CR-V, featuring enhanced styling, a new powertrain and a host of safety features, went on-sale today. The new 2015 Honda Fit, now produced in North America, surpassed its popular predecessor by posting a new September record with sales of 6,628, an increase of 66.5 percent over the same period in 2013. Honda Accord gained sharply for the ninth straight month, rising 30.9 percent on sales of 32,956 units. Odyssey also showed strength with an increase of 13.7 percent, posting sales of 8,769 units in September. "With all core Honda models now made in North America the Honda brand is continuing to gain strength with American car buyers," said Jeff Conrad, Honda division senior vice president and general manager. "And with the redesigned 2015 Honda CR-V going on sale today we expect our momentum to continue to grow as step-by-step we reinforce our light truck lineup." Acura Less than two months on the market and without full supply of the three-model lineup at dealerships, the all-new 2015 Acura TLX luxury performance sedan sparked an 18.8 percent sales surge for the luxury brand, boosting division sales to 13,832 for September over the same month in 2013. TLX sales were second only to the Acura MDX within the entire division, followed by another record performance by the RDX, with the luxury SUVs pushing Acura truck sales to a new September record. The hot-selling new TLX posted sales of 3,884 in September to become Acura's best-selling sedan and second best-selling vehicle, already approaching segment leaders in only its first full month on the market. ILX sales were also up in September, adding 7.4 percent with sales of 1,464 units. Acura truck sales set a new September record, rising 6.8 percent on sales of 8,097 vehicles. Acura's RDX rose 6.9 percent to post its best-ever September for the brand on sales of 3,230 units. MDX sales increased 7.2 percent with 4,864 units sold in September, continuing to solidify its place as the best-selling three-row luxury SUV in America. "With the MDX and RDX as the best one-two punch in the luxury SUV segment, the TLX is proving to be the knockout punch we've been looking for in the luxury sedan arena," said Mike Accavitti, Acura division senior vice president and general manager. "The TLX is attracting so much attention online and showroom traffic at our dealers that we don't yet know the car's true potential."
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VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA REPORTS SEPTEMBER 2014 SALES September sales total 25,996 units The all-new Golf delivered1,887 units for the month, marking a 93.1 percent increase in sales for the model over the previous September The Golf GTI delivered 1,600 units, a 47.6 percent increase Jetta sedan delivered 8,980 units for the month Passat delivered 7,280 units for the month High-mileage, TDI® Clean Diesel models accounted for 5,715 units, representing 22 percent of sales in September Year-to-date TDI sales were 63,099, representing 23.3 percent of sales Passat TDI sales were 1,720, representing 23.6 percent of sales of the vehicle Herndon, VA (October 1, 2014) — Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) today reported 25,996 units delivered in September. The Jetta, with a refreshed model hitting showrooms in late September, sold 8,980 units. The refreshed Jetta offers a suite of driver assistance features and recently was named a Top Safety Pick + vehicle by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Footage from the IIHS crash test can be found here. New optional driver assistance features include Blind Spot Monitor, plus Rear Traffic Alert and Forward Collision Warning. The all-new, seventh generation Golf continues its strong sales pace and earning accolades through the month of September. September sales included 1,887 Golf units and 1,600 of the Golf GTIs. Popular Mechanics recently called the Golf TSI “the best car you can buy for $20, 000,” and Car and Driver named the Golf GTI the winner in a comparison test with the Subaru Impreza WRX. “The accolades keep rolling in for the all-new 2015 Golf and Golf GTI and we’re thrilled to see the excitement make its way into showrooms as well,” said Mark McNabb, chief operating officer, Volkswagen of America. The Chattanooga-built Passat totaled 7,280 units delivered for the month. In September, the Passat TDI, the only Clean Diesel in the midsize sedan segment, delivered 1,720 sales or 23.6 percent of the total Passat volume. The Tiguan and Touareg delivered 1,674 and 646 units respectively.
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Chrysler Group LLC Reports September 2014 U.S. Sales Increased 19 Percent; Best September Sales Since 2005 54th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains Chrysler, Jeep®, Ram Truck and FIAT brands each post sales gains in September compared with same month a year ago Jeep brand sales up 47 percent; best September sales ever Six Chrysler Group vehicles record best ever September sales Ram pickup truck sales up 30 percent; best ever September sales Chrysler 200 sales up 15 percent; best ever September sales October 1, 2014 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Chrysler Group LLC today reported U.S. sales of 169,890 units, a 19 percent increase compared with sales in September 2013 (143,017 units), and the group’s best September sales since 2005. The Chrysler, Jeep®, Ram Truck and FIAT brands each posted year-over-year sales gains in September 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 and the brand’s best ever sales in the month of September. Chrysler Group extended its streak of year-over-year sales gains to 54-consecutive months. “Continued consumer demand for our new Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan, our Jeep models, and the Ram pickup truck helped Chrysler Group achieve a 19 percent sales increase in September and our 54th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales growth,” said Reid Bigland, Head of U.S. Sales. “Chrysler Group sales continue to demonstrate strength as we recorded our seventh month of double-digit growth this year.” Six Chrysler Group vehicles recorded their best ever September sales, including the Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Compass, Jeep Patriot, Chrysler 200 and Ram pickup truck. Sales of the 200 were up 15 percent, compared with the same month a year ago. The Jeep and Ram Truck brands recorded the largest percentage sales gains of Chrysler Group brands in September. Chrysler Group finished the month of September with a 71 days supply of inventory (500,402 units). U.S. industry sales figures for September are internally projected at an estimated 16.6 million units Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR). Jeep® Brand Jeep brand sales were up 47 percent, the brand’s best ever sales in the month of September. The brand’s 47 percent increase was the largest percentage sales gain of any Chrysler Group brand for the month. It also was the brand’s 12th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. The Jeep brand has set a sales record in each month this year, including the all-time sales record in May. The Jeep Wrangler, Compass and Patriot each logged their best ever sales in the month of September. Ram Truck Brand The Ram pickup truck recorded its best ever sales in the month of September. Sales of the Ram pickup were up 30 percent in September, its 53rd-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. Ram Light Duty sales increased 21 percent in September while Ram Heavy Duty pickups were up 49 percent. Ram Truck brand sales, which include the Ram ProMaster van and Ram Cargo Van, were up 35 percent in September, the brand’s best September sales since 2005. Cargo Van sales were up 13 percent in September, its best ever sales in the month of September. With sales of the Ram pickup on a 53-month sales streak, Chrysler Group’s Warren Truck Assembly Plant in Michigan is increasing production. The plant that built back-to-back Motor Trend Truck of the Year winners in 2013 and 2014 will be building an average of an additional 100 vehicles a day or 28,585 more trucks a year to keep up with demand. Chrysler Brand Chrysler brand sales were up 14 percent, the brand’s best September sales since 2007. The sales increase was driven by the Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan and the Chrysler Town & Country minivan. Sales of the 200 were up 15 percent last month, its best ever sales in the month of September. Sales of the Town & Country minivan were up 23 percent in September, the minivan’s best September sales in eight years. Continuing to offer the versatility and functionality it is known for, the Town & Country minivan is available in two additional models for 2015: The Town & Country LX offers an exceptional level of standard content at a starting price under $30,000; the Town & Country Limited Platinum builds on the luxury and convenience of the Town & Country Limited. FIAT Brand Sales of the Fiat 500 were up 29 percent in September compared with the same month a year ago. It was the 500’s best September sales since 2012. FIAT brand sales, which include the 500 and Fiat 500L, were up 6 percent in September. Sales of the 500L resumed last week following a recall that affected an estimated 29,500 vehicles in the U.S. and Canada. The knee air bags were replaced in these vehicles. Dodge Brand The Dodge Journey, Grand Caravan and Viper each recorded year-over-year sales increases in September. Sales of the Grand Caravan were up 3 percent, the minivan’s best September in two years. The Journey mid-size crossover logged its best September sales in two years as well. Viper sales were up 140 percent in September, reflecting the repositioning of the iconic Detroit-built supercar for 2015. Dodge brand sales were down 9 percent in September compared with the same month a year ago. The Dodge brand auctioned the first production 707-horsepower 2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat VIN0001, the most powerful and fastest muscle car ever, for $825,000 at the Sept. 27 Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas 2014 auction. The auction benefitted Opportunity Village, a not-for-profit organization that serves people with significant intellectual disabilities in the Las Vegas area. The Engelstad Family Foundation of Las Vegas matched the auction price, bringing the grand total raised for Opportunity Village to $1.65 million. With their generous donation, the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat raised more money for charity than any other car in Barrett-Jackson history.
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Porsche Reports September 2014 Sales -- up 16.6% over 2013 U.S. Porsche dealers sell 3,607 vehicles ATLANTA, Oct. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), importer and distributor in the United States of the Porsche 918 Spyder, 911, Boxster, and Cayman sports cars, Macan and Cayenne SUVs, and the Panamera four-door sports sedan line-up, today announced September 2014 sales of 3,607 vehicles. So far in 2014, PCNA has delivered 35,366 vehicles in the U.S., an increase of 12.1 percent over the same time period last year (31,549). In September, there were 726 deliveries of 911 sports cars, which is a 19.2 percent increase over last year's September sales. Demand for the sporty Macan continues to outpace supply with September sales of 702 units. Cayenne sales of 1,196 units remained strong, ahead of the introduction of the comprehensively revised 2015 model. Panamera had 450 units delivered, with an 11.3 percent year to date increase over 2013. The limited edition 918 Spyder super sports car continues to be delivered to the first U.S. customers.
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Mitsubishi Motors Experiences Best September Sales In Three Years Best year-to-date sales since 2008 Outlander Sport leads the way with its best ever September CYPRESS, Calif., Oct. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) kept its outstanding sales pace through the month of September with sales totaling 5,558 units, a remarkable 38.9 percent increase over the sales total from September 2013. Maintaining its position as the best-selling vehicle in the Mitsubishi Motors varied product lineup, the American-made Outlander Sport sales totaled 2,351 units – the best all-time September sales month for the stylish 5-passenger compact crossover/SUV. Outlander Sport sales are up 28.3 percent over the sales total from September 2013. Holding strong in second place is the highly fuel-efficient Mirage 5-door sub-compact with sales of 1,340 units. In its first year of sales, the Mirage has been the second best-selling Mitsubishi model every month for the last seven months (March through September). Mitsubishi Motors overall vehicle sales total once again benefited from healthy sales of the redesigned Outlander. The versatile 7-passenger crossover/SUV year-to-date sales have increased 16.4 percent. What's more, Outlander sales have posted the best first nine month sales (January through September) since 2008. "Thanks to our all-new Mitsubishi Mirage, the redesigned Outlander and the updated Outlander Sport, Mitsubishi Motors is continuing its positive sales momentum throughout 2014," said MMNA Executive Vice President of Sales, Don Swearingen. "Our customers are responding very positively to these vehicles thanks to their excellent fuel efficiency, plentiful features and outstanding affordability." Other highlights of September sales include: Total Mitsubishi sales are up 29.8 percent year-to-date Best September sales for the brand since 2011 September marks seven consecutive months of year-over-year sales increases Outlander sales are up 16.4 percent year-to-date Outlander Sport sales are up 25 percent year-to-date
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Hyundai Motor America Reports September Sales - Second Best September Ever - Santa Fe, Tucson and Veloster all up double digits for the month - Genesis and Sonata Advance in 2015 North American Car of the Year Competition FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced September sales of 56,010 units, up two percent versus the same period in 2013. "Following a red-hot August, sales cooled a bit in September as we held the line on our incentive spending in a very aggressive market," said Bob Pradzinski, vice president of national sales, Hyundai Motor America. "Still, there were a number of bright spots in the Hyundai lineup." Santa Fe (up 35 percent) and Tucson (up 26), led the way. Veloster was up 22 percent, and the all-new Sonata was up more than seven percent.
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Maserati North America, Inc. Closes September with Historic Record High Sales; 300 Percent Year-Over-Year Increase ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Oct. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Maserati North America, Inc. today reports its strongest sales results yet of (1,367 units) sold this September. This record number reflects a 241 percent increase compared to the same month last year and a 300 percent year-over-year increase. Such an extended streak marks the twentieth consecutive month of year-over-year sales growth for the Trident across North America. Sales continue to rise due largely to the highly successful introductions of the new Ghibli and Quattroporte sedans this year. This month, the luxury Italian auto manufacturer has posted its best sales yet, with 2014 sales already exceeding those for 2012 and 2013 combined. Increasing the brand's footprint across North America has been a strong focus of President & CEO of Maserati North America, Inc., Peter Grady, over the past year. "Creating a Maserati ownership experience which is on par with its exceptional driving experience remains the priority for Maserati North America, Inc., as the company strategically establishes dealerships where it may have been difficult to access the luxury automaker before," says Grady. A total of seven new dealerships were added since July 1st, 2014 bringing the number of dealerships added this year to a total of twenty one new stores, equaling 100 Maserati dealerships today. The dealer body is expected to grow to 120 dealerships by the end of the year, nearly doubling the number of dealerships in one year. The arrival of the model year 2015 Ghibli and Quattroporte are forthcoming, each offering updates and further refinements to the model line-up inclusive of the GranTurismo range. With its recent innovations and novel product plan, Maserati is well fueled for the next century of automotive success.
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Volvo Announces September Sales ROCKLEIGH, N.J. (Oct. 1, 2014) - Volvo Cars of North America, LLC, (VCNA) reported U.S. sales of 4,667 units for the month of September, an 11.4 percent increase month-over-month. Year-to-date sales are down nine percent versus the first nine months of 2013. The top seller for September was the S60 sports sedan with 1,763 units sold, an increase of 14.1 percent versus September 2013. The XC60 crossover finished the month right behind with 1,593 units sold, an increase of 17.6 percent month-over-month. Recently revealed to much acclaim, the all-new XC90 will begin production at the end of January 2015. With world-leading safety features, an unrivalled combination of power and fuel efficiency, including the world’s first seven-seat plug-in hybrid, and a striking design, it will signal a new era of success for Volvo Cars.
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Maserati North America, Inc - Up 241% (1,318 Vehicles Sold This Month; 9,125 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mitsubishi Motors North America - Up 38.9% (5,558 Vehicles Sold This Month; 58,365 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Subaru of America, Inc. - Up 30.74% (41,517 Vehicles Sold This Month; 375,485 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) General Motors Co. - Up 19.4% (223,437 Vehicles Sold This Month; 2,207,888 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chrysler Group LLC - Up 19% (168,890 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,556,059 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Nissan North America - Up 18.5% (102,995 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,063,272 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Porsche Cars North America, Inc. - Up 16.6% (3,607 Vehicles Sold This Month; 35,366 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Audi of America - Up 14.2% (14,917 Vehicles Sold This Month; 130,983 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) American Honda Motor Co. - Up 12% (118,223 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,160,605 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volvo Cars of North America, LLC - Up 11.4% (4,667 Vehicles Sold This Month; 43,851 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mercedes-Benz USA - Up 10.2% (30,271 Vehicles Sold This Month; 259,076 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Kia Motors America - Up 6.9% (40,628 Vehicles Sold This Month; 445,017 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mazda North American Operations - Up 6.7% (23,980 Vehicles Sold This Month; 240.953 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) BMW Group U.S. - Up 3.2% (29,805 Vehicles Sold This Month; 275,779 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Toyota Motor Sales - Up 1.7% (167,279 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,794,788 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Hyundai Motor America - Up 1.6% (56,010 Vehicles Sold This Month; 557,458 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ford Motor Company - Down 2.7% (180,175 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,884,617 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jaguar Land Rover North America - Down 9.6% (4,248 Vehicles Sold This Month; 50,254 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volkswagen of America - Down 18.6% (25,996 Vehicles Sold This Month; 270,874 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Brands: Maserati - Up 241% (1,318 Vehicles Sold This Month; 9,125 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jeep - Up 47% (55,231 Vehicles Sold This Month; 516,387 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mitsubishi - Up 38.9% (5,558 Vehicles Sold This Month; 58,365 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ram - Up 35% (38,498 Vehicles Sold This Month; 337,148 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Subaru - Up 30.74% (41,517 Vehicles Sold This Month; 117,940 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) GMC - Up 27.7% (38,269 Vehicles Sold This Month; 366,421 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Nissan - Up 22.2% (95,118 Vehicles Sold This Month; 978,392 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chevrolet - Up 20.4% (153,873 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,542,886 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Smart - Up 19.7% (748 Vehicles Sold This Month; 8,080 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Acura - Up 18.8% (13,832 Vehicles Sold This Month; 119,750 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Porsche - Up 16.6% (3,607 Vehicles Sold This Month; 35,366 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Audi - Up 14.2% (14,917 Vehicles Sold This Month; 130,983 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chrysler - Up 14% (28,781 Vehicles Sold This Month; 223,066 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Lincoln - Up 12.5% (7,257 Vehicles Sold This Month; 67,888 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Lexus - Up 11.9% (21,852 Vehicles Sold This Month; 220,683 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Buick - Up 11.8% (17,466 Vehicles Sold This Month; 170,764 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volvo - Up 11.4% (4,667 Vehicles Sold This Month; 43,851 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Honda - Up 11.2% (104,391 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,040,855 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mercedes-Benz - Up 10.6% (27,315 Vehicles Sold This Month; 233,211 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) BMW - Up 8.6% (2,586 Vehicles Sold This Month; 236,591 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Kia - Up 6.9% (40,628 Vehicles Sold This Month; 445,017 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mazda - Up 6.7% (23,980 Vehicles Sold This Month; 240.953 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Fiat - Up 6% (3,360 Vehicles Sold This Month; 35,501 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Sprinter - Up 2.6% (2,208 Vehicles Sold This Month; 17,785 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Hyundai - Up 1.6% (56,010 Vehicles Sold This Month; 557,458 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Toyota - Up 0.3% (145,427 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,574,105 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Cadillac - 0% (13,829 Vehicles Sold This Month; 127,837 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ford - Down 3.2% (172,918 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,816,829 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Land Rover - Down 8.3% (3,106 Vehicles Sold This Month; 38,424 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Dodge - Down 9% (44,020 Vehicles Sold This Month; 443,957 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jaguar - Down 13.3% (1,142 Vehicles Sold This Month; 11,830 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Infiniti - Down 13.3% (7,837 Vehicles Sold This Month; 84,880 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volkswagen - Down 18.6% (25,996 Vehicles Sold This Month; 270,874 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) MINI - Down 20.5% (4,219 Vehicles Sold This Month; 39,188 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. 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Maserati North America, Inc - Up 241% (1,318 Vehicles Sold This Month; 9,125 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mitsubishi Motors North America - Up 38.9% (5,558 Vehicles Sold This Month; 58,365 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Subaru of America, Inc. - Up 30.74% (41,517 Vehicles Sold This Month; 375,485 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) General Motors Co. - Up 19.4% (223,437 Vehicles Sold This Month; 2,207,888 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chrysler Group LLC - Up 19% (168,890 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,556,059 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Nissan North America - Up 18.5% (102,995 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,063,272 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Porsche Cars North America, Inc. - Up 16.6% (3,607 Vehicles Sold This Month; 35,366 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Audi of America - Up 14.2% (14,917 Vehicles Sold This Month; 130,983 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) American Honda Motor Co. - Up 12% (118,223 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,160,605 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volvo Cars of North America, LLC - Up 11.4% (4,667 Vehicles Sold This Month; 43,851 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mercedes-Benz USA - Up 10.2% (30,271 Vehicles Sold This Month; 259,076 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Kia Motors America - Up 6.9% (40,628 Vehicles Sold This Month; 445,017 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mazda North American Operations - Up 6.7% (23,980 Vehicles Sold This Month; 240.953 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) BMW Group U.S. - Up 3.2% (29,805 Vehicles Sold This Month; 275,779 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Toyota Motor Sales - Up 1.7% (167,279 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,794,788 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Hyundai Motor America - Up 1.6% (56,010 Vehicles Sold This Month; 557,458 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ford Motor Company - Down 2.7% (180,175 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,884,617 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jaguar Land Rover North America - Down 9.6% (4,248 Vehicles Sold This Month; 50,254 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volkswagen of America - Down 18.6% (25,996 Vehicles Sold This Month; 270,874 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Brands: Maserati - Up 241% (1,318 Vehicles Sold This Month; 9,125 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jeep - Up 47% (55,231 Vehicles Sold This Month; 516,387 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mitsubishi - Up 38.9% (5,558 Vehicles Sold This Month; 58,365 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ram - Up 35% (38,498 Vehicles Sold This Month; 337,148 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Subaru - Up 30.74% (41,517 Vehicles Sold This Month; 117,940 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) GMC - Up 27.7% (38,269 Vehicles Sold This Month; 366,421 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Nissan - Up 22.2% (95,118 Vehicles Sold This Month; 978,392 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chevrolet - Up 20.4% (153,873 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,542,886 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Smart - Up 19.7% (748 Vehicles Sold This Month; 8,080 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Acura - Up 18.8% (13,832 Vehicles Sold This Month; 119,750 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Porsche - Up 16.6% (3,607 Vehicles Sold This Month; 35,366 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Audi - Up 14.2% (14,917 Vehicles Sold This Month; 130,983 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Chrysler - Up 14% (28,781 Vehicles Sold This Month; 223,066 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Lincoln - Up 12.5% (7,257 Vehicles Sold This Month; 67,888 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Lexus - Up 11.9% (21,852 Vehicles Sold This Month; 220,683 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Buick - Up 11.8% (17,466 Vehicles Sold This Month; 170,764 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volvo - Up 11.4% (4,667 Vehicles Sold This Month; 43,851 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Honda - Up 11.2% (104,391 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,040,855 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mercedes-Benz - Up 10.6% (27,315 Vehicles Sold This Month; 233,211 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) BMW - Up 8.6% (2,586 Vehicles Sold This Month; 236,591 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Kia - Up 6.9% (40,628 Vehicles Sold This Month; 445,017 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Mazda - Up 6.7% (23,980 Vehicles Sold This Month; 240.953 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Fiat - Up 6% (3,360 Vehicles Sold This Month; 35,501 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Sprinter - Up 2.6% (2,208 Vehicles Sold This Month; 17,785 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Hyundai - Up 1.6% (56,010 Vehicles Sold This Month; 557,458 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Toyota - Up 0.3% (145,427 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,574,105 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Cadillac - 0% (13,829 Vehicles Sold This Month; 127,837 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Ford - Down 3.2% (172,918 Vehicles Sold This Month; 1,816,829 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Land Rover - Down 8.3% (3,106 Vehicles Sold This Month; 38,424 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Dodge - Down 9% (44,020 Vehicles Sold This Month; 443,957 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Jaguar - Down 13.3% (1,142 Vehicles Sold This Month; 11,830 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Infiniti - Down 13.3% (7,837 Vehicles Sold This Month; 84,880 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) Volkswagen - Down 18.6% (25,996 Vehicles Sold This Month; 270,874 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) MINI - Down 20.5% (4,219 Vehicles Sold This Month; 39,188 Vehicles Sold So Far This Year) William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached at [email protected] or you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster.
