Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Best August Sales Ever MONTVALE, N.J., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today
reported its highest August on record with sales of 20,602 new vehicles, an
increase of 6.9 percent over last August. This brings MBUSA's year-to-date
sales to 157,128 a 13.3 percent increase over year-to-date 2005.
August sales were boosted by the Mercedes-Benz flagship S-Class which
rose by 105.9 percent over August 2005 (2,427 v. 1,179 units). The
SLK-Class roadster also proved a strong summer performer with a 7.5 percent
increase over August 2005 (834 v. 776).
Sales for Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the luxury light truck segment --
M-Class, R-Class, GL-Class and G-Class -- continue to demonstrate
impressive gains with a combined 66.2 percent increase over last August and
an 86.9 percent increase over year-to-date 2005 (41,394 v. 22,142).
Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned program,
MBUSA sold 4,221 vehicles in August, an increase of 15.3 percent over
August 2005, bringing the year-to-date total to 31,482 units, a 2.7 percent
increase over year-to-date 2005.
In 2005, MBUSA achieved its twelfth consecutive year of sales growth by
setting the highest sales volume in its history with 224,421 new vehicle
sales. Headquartered in Montvale, N.J., MBUSA is responsible for the sales,
marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz products in the United States.
* Chrysler 300 Sales Rise 13 Percent Year-Over-Year
* Jeep(R) Compass Continues Arriving at Dealerships to Positive Customer Reception
* Chrysler Town & Country Sales Improve 9 Percent Over Last Year
* Zero-percent for 72 Months Incentive Program Announced for 2006 Models
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Moving in stride
with overall industry sales trends this month, Chrysler Group reported U.S.
sales for August of 179,165 units, a decrease of 8 percent (4 percent
decrease unadjusted) compared to August 2005 sales of 187,085 units. All
sales are reported on an adjusted basis unless otherwise indicated.
"Our product portfolio transition continues with the successful launch
of the Jeep(R) Compass on the heels of the brisk-selling Dodge Caliber
along with eight additional products this year," said Steven Landry,
Chrysler Group, Vice President - Sales and Field Operations. "Strong
customer demand for the Dodge Caliber and the Jeep Compass has set the
standard for our other vehicle launches."
Chrysler Group saw sales strength in several key products during
August, including the Chrysler 300, Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Charger,
Dodge Caliber and the Jeep Compass.
Strong sales of the Chrysler 300 and Chrysler Town & Country minivan
helped to push the Chrysler brand to sales of 47,132 units, an increase of
3 percent over previous year sales of 44,279 units. The Chrysler 300 posted
sales of 11,703 units, an increase of 13 percent over August 2005 sales of
9,934 units. Sales of the Chrysler Town & Country increased 9 percent to
11,981 units compared to 10,614 units sold in August 2005.
The Jeep brand posted sales of 42,243 units, a slight increase compared
to previous year sales of 40,659 units for the brand. The Jeep Commander
posted sales of 8,012 units, a 1 percent increase over July 2006 sales of
7,363 units. The Jeep Compass is beginning to arrive at Jeep dealers
nationwide and feedback is positive from dealers and customers. Sales of
the Jeep Compass totaled 2,061 units this month despite limited
availability, as dealers are still receiving shipments.
The Dodge brand saw strong sales from several products within its
portfolio during August. Sales of the Dodge Caliber continue to be brisk
with 8,877 units sold this month, an increase of 14 percent over July 2006
sales of 7,187 units. Demand for the Dodge Caliber continues to be strong;
days supply for the vehicle is 23 days. The Dodge Charger posted sales of
10,461 units, an increase of 93 percent compared to August 2005 sales of
5,222 units. The Dodge Dakota posted a sales increase of 4 percent to 8,891
units. Sales of the Dodge Dakota totaled 8,206 units last year.
Beginning today, Chrysler Group announces 0 percent financing for 72
months on nearly all 2006 model year vehicles. Qualifying customers can
choose zero percent financing for up to 72 months or cash back amounts up
to $5,000. The program runs through Oct. 2, 2006. Chrysler 300, Dodge
Magnum and Dodge Charger vehicles are excluded.
"We wanted to address customer concerns about higher interest rates and
fuel prices," said Mike Manley, Chrysler Group, Vice President - Sales
Strategy and Dealer Operations. "This first-time program will allow
consumers to own a new vehicle that fits their budget and reinforces the
value of products we offer to customers."
Chrysler Group finished the month with 502,946 units of inventory, or a
76-day supply.
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with the gas prices still high and everyone complaining about them, it's funny to see that trucks are still the #1 selling vehicles
It's because the majority of truck buyers from Ford/Chevy are for blue collared workers who own or work for contracting companies.. so basically the truck/gas/everything is almost free to them.
very sad, mitsubishi will probably be leaving north america really soon if they continue at that pace.. which is also sad because their headquarters is one block from my house and i was hoping to get a job there
So if I buy a EVO X and they leave then what? No need for a warrenty, since there are no dealers to do the work.Man and I am dead set to own a EVO X. Gawd, looks like it a STi then.
Hemidakota 'Crystal Ball' on what to expect for 2007 thru 2008 - -
1 `- GM picks up speed in both global and US market place. Chevy out paces Ford as number one and outsells Toyota USA as a whole. Camaro will be a hit for the baby boomers as they return to their roots. GM will dominate in China and a few other countries as it moves operations to a regional level.
2 - Ford slips to number 3 spot. Expected turn around will come by MY-2008. A brighter future is coming after first streamlining the corporation for a global attack for sales.
3 - Toyota passes Ford as number 2. More recalls are expected as quality sinks the brand with consumers changing perception. Tundra will be a hit for period but others will come back to dominate the market with niches. Bland designs will plague the corporation. Camry will still be popular at first but will diminsh as more people want to return to the 'fun to drive' automobiles.
4 - Chrysler Division bottoms out by the 4th Qtr. 2007 Chrysler brand will pick up steam as newer models hit the showroom. MB passes Lexus as number one luxury automaker by MY-2008. Inovation and quality returns the MB brand to the top spot throughout the globe. DCx possible merge with another german company and asian company as it prepares to move closer to the top.
5 - Honda's Acura division will be weaken as a luxury brand. Four models within the lineup will keep the automaker going in force until new blood is running the board out of Japan.
6 - Hyundai-Kia possible merge/alliance with another well known automotive manufacture to dominate itself bigger than Honda and encrouched on toyota turf. Hyundai will sport a newer luxury line that revial the Japanese in cost and quality.
7 - Oil prices dip to 40-50 dollars a barrel. Driving down gasoline prices and rejunivating auto sales.
8 - India | Chinese auto maker will learn from others in regards to quality and will begin to move across the globe for sales in the coming decade.
thats very true. i used to work at a mitsubishi dealership and we proberly sell about 10 or 11 brand new mitus, and 65% of them was the new eclipes. while next door Subaru/VW sold over 133 new car in one month. they sold way more STI's than we did Evos. we had three new evo 9 and one of them was a mr. the mr was there for 8 months then finally sold and later on traded in within two weeks for a S2000. other than the eclipes and the galant i don't think we sold one montero and raider, the base lancer didn't see much action as same with outlander. the endeavour was the best sell when it came to the SUV side of the house with Mitsu..
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Man and I am dead set to own a EVO X. Gawd, looks like it a STi then.
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