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New-vehicle retail sales are experiencing further recovery and strength through the first half of November, according to a monthly sales forecast developed by J.D. Power and Associates Power Information Network® (PIN) and LMC Automotive. J.D. Power and LMC Automotive have a strategic alliance to share data and produce monthly new-vehicle retail sales forecasts based on J.D. Power’s real-time transaction data gathered from more than 8,900 retail franchisees throughout the United States, and LMC Automotive’s analysis and intelligence.

“Retail light-vehicle sales in November are outperforming expectations on a month-to-date basis, providing good news as 2011 comes to a close and the focus starts to shift to 2012,” said John Humphrey, senior vice president of global automotive operations at J.D. Power and Associates. “The improving performance of the past three months suggests that the current momentum, primarily driven by replacement demand and improvements in vehicle availability, is not an aberration.”

Below find updated detailed information released by automakers on their November 2011 sales numbers:

–UPDATED: General Motors Co. reported total sales of 180,402 vehicles in November, up 7% compared with November 2010.

Retail deliveries were up 15% compared with the same month a year ago and accounted for 77% of GM sales.  Deliveries to fleets were down 14%.

“We are seeing a broad spectrum of customers return to the market,” said Don Johnson, vice president, U.S. Sales Operations. “Truck sales showed a very solid increase, as we expected, but the momentum building behind our most fuel-efficient vehicles was even stronger.”

In November, combined sales of GM small and compact cars, led by the new Chevrolet Sonic and consistently strong-selling Chevrolet Cruze, were up 54% compared with a year ago.  GM’s total passenger car sales increased 1%, crossover sales decreased 9% and sales of trucks, which include full-size pickups, vans and SUVs, increased 25%.

Highlights for the month include a 34-% increase in Chevrolet Silverado sales and a 22% increase in GMC Sierra sales.  Other vehicles posting double-digit sales increases were the Chevrolet Cruze, Camaro, Avalanche, Colorado, Suburban, Tahoe and Express van, the GMC Yukon and Yukon XL, and the Cadillac SRX.

Calendar year to date, all four GM brands have increased their sales compared with the same period a year ago, on the strength of double-digit increases in retail sales.

Sales Highlights	Nov. 2011 Total  Sales (vehicles)	Total Change vs. Nov. 2010	Nov. 2011 Retail Sales vs. Nov. 2010	CYTD Total Sales (vehicles)	CYTD Total Sales Change vs. 2010	CYTD Retail Sales Change vs. 2010
Chevrolet	128,907	9.6%	22.9%	1,614,654	13.9%	21.1%
GMC	29,470	6.8%	8.3%	356,026	21.6%	19.1%
Buick	10,880	(7.2%)	(7.1%)	162,659	17.6%	17.8%
Cadillac	11,145	(5.6%)	(1.4%)	136,130	4.5%	11.2%
Total GM	180,402	6.9%	15.1%	2,269,469	14.7%	19.7%

GM ended November with about 620,000 units in dealer stock and expects to end the year with inventory in the high 500,000-unit range, including approximately 200,000 full-size pickup trucks, as previously announced.

Inventory	Units @ Nov. 30, 2011	Days Supply (selling days adjusted)	Units @ Oct. 31, 2011	Days Supply (selling days adjusted)
All Vehicles	623,666	86	592,151	82
Full-size Pickups	202,720	105	207,596	104

 

Industry Sales	October	Nov. SAAR (est.)	CYTD SAAR (est.)	Full Year 2011 (est.)
Total Vehicles	13.6 million	14.0 million	13.0 million	13.0 million – 13.5 million (low end)

 

 

–UPDATED: Chrysler Group LLC reported U.S. sales of 107,172, a 45% increase compared with sales in November 2010 (74,152 units), and the best year-over-year sales gain this year.

Chrysler Group’s 45% sales increase was driven by retail sales that were up 51%. November was the sixth-consecutive month of sales gains of at least 20%. For the 10th month this year, Chrysler Group sales have beaten the average industry sales increase.

• Retail sales increase 51% in November versus same month a year ago
• November marks the 20th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains
• Best November sales since 2007
• Sixth-consecutive month of sales gains of at least 20%
• Chrysler, Jeep®, Dodge, and Ram Truck brands each post sales increases in November versus same month a year ago
• Best November for Jeep brand sales since 2003
• Jeep Grand Cherokee logs best sales month since August 2006; best November sales since 2005
• Jeep Wrangler sets new sales record for month of November; sixth-consecutive monthly sales record this year
• Jeep Compass sets new November sales record, its eighth-consecutive monthly sales record this year
• Chrysler brand sales up 92%; highest percentage sales increase of all Chrysler Group brands
• Best November sales for Chrysler brand since 2008
• New Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan sales up 496 % compared with sales of its predecessor a year ago
• Best November sales for the Chrysler 300 since 2007
• Dodge brand sales increase 43%; best November since 2007
• New Dodge Charger sales increase 160% compared with same month a year ago
• New 2012 Jeep Wrangler earns Residual Value Award in ‘Compact Utility’ category from ALG and Best Resale Value in its class by Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com
• Automobile Magazine names Dodge Charger sports sedan an “All-Star” for 2012
• New 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth, the Italian high-performance car for everyday driving, debuts at Los Angeles Auto Show
• 2012 Fiat 500 earns ‘Car of the Year’ Award in the Compact Car category from the Hispanic Motor Press Association and 2012 Best Designed Car Award from Travel and Leisure Magazine

“With sales up 45%, November was another huge month for the Chrysler Group and our highest year-over-year sales gain of 2011,” said Reid Bigland, President and CEO – Dodge Brand and Head of U.S. Sales. “In addition to having eight Chrysler Group models recognized as Consumers Digest automotive ‘Best Buys’ for the 2012 model year, we also have picked up countless other vehicle awards this year which clearly are reflected in our sales success.”

The Chrysler 300 full-size and Chrysler 200 mid-size sedans significantly contributed to the group’s 45% increase in sales. Other models that made an impact include the Dodge Charger sports sedan, Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan, Dodge Durango full-size SUV, Jeep® Compass compact SUV, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee, the most-awarded SUV ever.

The Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram Truck brands each posted sales increases in November. The Chrysler brand’s 92% sales increase was the largest %age gain of all the Chrysler Group brands and was its best November since 2008.

Chrysler Group finished the month with a 78-day supply of inventory (333,218 units). U.S. industry sales figures for November are projected at an estimated 13.8 million SAAR.

November 2011 U.S. Sales Highlights by Brand

Chrysler Brand:

The Chrysler brand’s 92% sales increase in November represented the largest %age increase of any Chrysler Group brand and its best November sales since 2008. Sales of the brand’s new sedans helped drive its 92 % sales gain.

The new 2012 Chrysler 300 full-size sedan, featured in new television and print ads launched Thanksgiving week, posted a solid 215% sales increase compared with the same month a year ago. The new ads showcase Detroit and Chrysler’s resolve to ‘See It Through’ the rough times and celebrate a comeback. The 60-second television spot weaves the luxury, craftsmanship and best-in-class capabilities of the Chrysler 300 with the hard-working spirit and toughness of the people of Detroit. It was the best November for Chrysler 300 sales since 2007.

Sales of the new 2012 Chrysler 200 mid-size sedan increased 496% in November compared with sales of its predecessor the same month a year ago.

Jeep® Brand

Jeep brand sales were up 50% in November, the brand’s best November sales performance since 2003 and its 19th-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. All Jeep brand models posted sales gains in November, including a 23% increase in Jeep Grand Cherokee sales.

The new Jeep Compass logged the largest sales increase. Compass, offering unsurpassed 4×4 fuel economy and off-road capability in the compact-SUV segment, posted an imposing 887% sales increase in November, its eighth-consecutive monthly sales record this year. The Compass’ 887% increase was by far the largest year-over-year %age sales gain of any Chrysler Group model in November.

Jeep Wrangler set another monthly sales record in November; the SUV’s sixth-consecutive monthly record this year. Not only were Wrangler sales up 41% in November, the most capable and recognized vehicle in the world also received the Residual Value Award in the “Compact Utility” category from ALG, the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation data. The annual ALG Residual Value Awards recognize vehicles that are predicted to retain the highest percentage of their original price after a conventional three-year period. In addition, Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com named Wrangler Best Resale Value in its class and, for the second consecutive year, one of the Top 10 cars with Best Resale Value.

Dodge Brand

The Dodge brand posted a 43% sales increase in November compared with the same month in 2010. The new 2012 Dodge Charger sports sedan and the new 2012 Dodge Avenger mid-size sedan each significantly contributed to the brand’s November increase. Sales of both Dodge models more than doubled compared with the same month a year ago. The Charger, the first domestic sport sedan to feature the state-of-the-art eight-speed automatic transmission, was named a 2012 “All-Star” by Automobile Magazine in November.

Sales of the Dodge Journey, America’s most versatile mid-size crossover, were up 38 % in November while the Dodge Grand Caravan posted a 3% sales gain.

The new 2012 Dodge Durango, named “Car of the Month” for November by NADAguides, continues to garner awards and high praise from experts impressed with its best-in-class capability, style, spaciousness, interior craftsmanship and driving dynamics. The full-size SUV posted incremental sales of 3,947 units in November.

The special-edition 2012 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 Yellow Jacket and 2012 Dodge Charger SRT8 Super Bee models made their public debut at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show in November.

Ram Truck Brand

Ram pickup truck sales increased 8% in November, its best November since 2007. The Ram Truck brand in November began offering a new Ram 1500 Crew Cab 4×4 Special Service package for law enforcement and other emergency agencies through Chrysler Group Fleet sales.

November 2011 U.S. Sales Highlights:

• Chrysler brand sales (18,577 units) increased 92% in November versus the same month a year ago (9,664 units)
• Sales of the Chrysler 200 (8,065 units) were up 496% compared with sales of the model’s previous generation (1,354 units) in November a year ago
• Chrysler 300 sales (4,066 units) increased 215% versus the same month in 2010 (1,291 units)
• Jeep brand sales (36,246 units) increased 50% compared with the same month last year (24,202 units)
• Jeep Wrangler sales (9,225 units) were up 41% versus November 2010 (6,552 units)
• Jeep Liberty sales (5,201 units) increased 53% compared with November sales a year ago (3,398 units)
• Sales of the Jeep Compass (4,262 units) were up 887% versus the same month in 2010 (432 units)
• Jeep Patriot sales (4,013 units) were up 46% compared with November 2010 (2,754 units)
• Sales of the Jeep Grand Cherokee (13,545 units) increased 23% versus November a year ago (10,984 units)
• Dodge brand sales (30,317 units) were up 43% in November compared with the same month last year (21,246 units)
• Dodge Avenger sales (5,643 units) increased 102% versus November 2010 (2,800 units)
• Dodge Charger sales (5,099 units) were up 160% compared with the same month last year (1,963 units)
• Dodge Challenger sales (2,996 units) increased 20% versus November 2010 (2,497 units)
• Dodge Journey sales (3,711 units) were up 38% compared with the same month a year ago (2,697 units)
• Ram Truck brand sales (20,414 units) increased 7% versus November 2010 (19,040 units)
• Chrysler Group truck sales (78,478 units) improved 29% compared with November 2010 (61,040 units)
• Chrysler Group car sales (28,694 units) were up 119% versus November last year (13,112 units)

Chrysler Group LLC U.S. Sales Summary Thru November 2011
	Month Sales		Vol %	Sales CYTD		Vol %
Model	Curr Yr	Pr Yr	Change	Curr Yr	Pr Yr	Change
500	1,618	0	New	17,444	0	New
FIAT BRAND	1,618	0	New	17,444	0	New
200	8,065	35	New	77,820	97	New
Sebring	0	1,354	-100%	2,380	37,119	-100%
300	4,066	1,291	215%	31,143	35,613	-13%
PT Cruiser	0	441	-100%	1,328	8,960	-85%
Aspen	0	0	0%	0	30	0%
Town & Country	6,446	6,543	-1%	84,701	102,495	-17%
CHRYSLER BRAND	18,577	9,664	92%	197,372	184,314	7%
Compass	4,262	432	887%	43,454	15,519	180%
Patriot	4,013	2,754	46%	50,247	34,153	47%
Wrangler	9,225	6,552	41%	111,045	86,083	29%
Liberty	5,201	3,398	53%	60,523	44,555	36%
Grand Cherokee	13,545	10,984	23%	110,398	71,882	54%
Commander	0	82	-100%	105	8,036	-99%
JEEP BRAND	36,246	24,202	50%	375,772	260,228	44%
Caliber	1,202	3,154	-62%	33,632	42,680	-21%
Avenger	5,643	2,800	102%	57,807	47,413	22%
Charger	5,099	1,963	160%	62,878	73,192	-14%
Challenger	2,996	2,497	20%	36,250	33,461	8%
Viper	5	18	-72%	161	368	-56%
Journey	3,711	2,697	38%	50,445	44,747	13%
Caravan	6,053	5,899	3%	98,983	89,057	11%
Nitro	1,661	2,190	-24%	22,445	20,156	11%
Durango	3,947	28	13996%	46,891	211	22123%
DODGE  BRAND	30,317	21,246	43%	409,492	351,285	17%
Dakota	449	834	-46%	11,748	12,018	-2%
Ram P/U	19,739	18,206	8%	218,750	176,411	24%
Cargo Van	226	0	New	517	0	New
Sprinter	0	0	0%	0	253	-100%
RAM BRAND	20,414	19,040	7%	231,015	188,682	22%
TOTAL CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	107,172	74,152	45%	1,231,095	984,509	25%
TOTAL CAR	28,694	13,112	119%	319,515	269,943	18%
TOTAL TRUCK	78,478	61,040	29%	911,580	714,566	28%

 

–UPDATED: Ford Motor Company’s November U.S. retail sales increased 20% versus a year ago. Total sales were 166,865, up 13%.

• Ford Motor Company’s U.S. retail sales rose 20% in November – the largest year-over-year increase in nine months. Total sales (including fleet deliveries) were 166,865, up 13 percent
• Capitalizing on consumer demand for fuel-efficient vehicles, Ford’s retail share has averaged 15% in last three months – a level not seen in five years
• Ford brand retail sales up across the board – cars, utilities and trucks
• Ford announces first quarter 2012 production plan

Ford estimates its retail market share has averaged 15% in the last three months – its highest retail share in five years.

Ford brand retail sales were higher for most products, with double-digit gains posted by Fiesta, Fusion, Escape, Explorer, F-Series, Econoline and Ranger.

“With gasoline prices continuing to track higher than last year, consumers continue to value fuel economy – no matter what size or kind of vehicle best meets their needs,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. “Most Ford products deliver best-in-class fuel economy and provide customers an opportunity to choose what best works for them – EcoBoost technology or electrified vehicles.”

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–UPDATED: Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc.,  reported November sales of 137,960 units, an increase of 2.4% compared to the same period last year on a daily selling rate (DSR) basis. On a raw volume basis, unadjusted for 25 selling days in November 2011 versus 24 selling days in November 2010, TMS sales were up 6.7% over the year-ago month.

The Toyota Division posted November total sales of 118,502 units, an increase of 2.4% on a DSR basis over November 2010. On a raw volume basis, Toyota Division sales were up 6.7% over the year-ago month. The Lexus Division reported total sales of 19,458 units, up 2.4% over November 2010, on a DSR basis. Volume-wise, Lexus Division sales were up 6.7% over last November.

Toyota Division                                                                     

Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 66,108 units, an increase of 14.7% over November 2010. The Camry and Camry Hybrid led passenger cars with combined monthly sales of 23,440 units, an increase of 8.5% over the year-ago month.  Corolla posted November sales of 16,115 units, and the Prius gas-electric hybrid family reported sales of 15,208 units, up 42.8% over the same period last year.  Additionally, sales of the Yaris sedan and the all-new 2012 liftback saw a year-over-year increase of 149.8%, posting combined sales of 5,604 units.

Toyota Division light trucks posted monthly sales of 52,394 units, down 9.8% from November 2010. The RAV4 compact SUV led light trucks with sales of 11,330 units, and the Highlander and Highlander Hybrid reported combined sales of 8,369 units. The Sienna minivan posted sales of 7,910 units, while the 4Runner SUV recorded monthly sales of 3,696 units. The Tacoma mid-size pickup saw an 8.5 % increase over the year-ago month with sales of 9,739 units, and the Tundra full-size pickup the posted sales of 6,313 units.

Scion posted November sales of 3,553 units, down 11% from November 2010. The tC sports coupe led the way with sales of 1,578 units, the xB urban utility vehicle posted sales of 1,202 units and the xD reported sales of 773 units for the month.

“Our sales performance this month is a testament to the strength of our new products. Camry’s momentum continued in November, with sales up 8 % from last year. Camry Hybrid, which arrived in dealerships last month, has been very well received by customers and we expect it to play a much larger role than in past years,” said Bob Carter, Toyota Division group vice president and general manager, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. “The Prius family also had a big month, as the new Prius v was the fastest turning car in our lineup. As the automotive retail market continues to improve, we believe we’re in an excellent position. In addition to the four new models we have already introduced this year, we’ll benefit from the biggest influx of new and updated products in our history during 2012.” 

Lexus Division

Lexus Division reported passenger car sales of 10,537 units, an increase of 10.1% over November 2010. The ES 350 entry luxury sedan led passenger cars with sales of 4,731 units, up 11.6% compared to the same period last year. The IS lineup reported combined sales of 2,676 units, flat versus the year-ago month, and the all-new CT 200h premium hybrid compact posted 1,759 units in its ninth month of sales.
Lexus Division light trucks recorded sales of 8,921 units, down 5.4% from last November. The RX and RX Hybrid luxury utility vehicles led the segment with combined November sales of 7,580 units, flat year-over-year, and the GX 460 mid-sized luxury utility vehicle posted sales of 1,076 units.

TMS Hybrids

TMS posted November sales of 19,181 hybrid vehicles, a 31.1% increase over November 2010. Toyota Division posted monthly sales of 16,260 hybrids, up 30.9% compared to the same period last year. Lexus Division reported sales of 2,921 hybrids, an increase of 32.8% over the year-ago month.

 

–UPDATED: Audi of America, Inc.reported its 11th straight record-setting month of sales for the year with 9,700 vehicles sold in November 2011, a 3.6% increase over the previous all-time record set a year earlier. Year-to-date sales ended the month up 15.2% with 104,906 vehicles sold, topping the previous annual U.S. sales record of 101,629 set at the end of last year.

“Having achieved our all-time sales record with a month to spare, we’re confident that the Audi momentum story will continue well into 2012,” said Audi of America President Johan de Nysschen.” Consumers clearly are responding to Audi’s superior product, unmatched engineering and progressive luxury positioning.”

Sales of the all-new Audi A6, one of the brand’s most technologically advanced models, surged 69.8% to 1,379 vehicles sold in November 2011. Also up significantly were sales of the Audi A8, the brand’s flagship sedan, up 38.4% increase over the same period last year.

Other highlights include:

• 2012 Audi A7 sustains momentum with 631 vehicles sold.
• Audi TT sales up 115.8% vs. November 2010, bolstered by increased demand for the Audi TT coupe and TT roadster, with 1,404 and 616 models sold YTD, respectively.
• Audi Q7 sales up 16.0% YTD, compared to 2010.
• Sales of Audi Q5 increased 3.5% in November.
• Sales mix for Audi TDI clean diesel models finished the month at 54.8% for the A3 TDI, 35.9% for the Q7 TDI.
• Audi Certified Pre-Owned sales of 2,688 vehicles mark the best November on record and the ninth-consecutive record month. YTD Audi CPO sales of 33,853 signify an annual sales record for Audi, eclipsing the previous record of 32,108 vehicles sold in 2008.
• For the record-setting month of November 2011, three Audi models recorded YTD sales increases of over 25%, including the Audi A8, the Audi R8 and the Audi TT model range.

AUDI US SNAPSHOT				—–YEAR TO DATE—–
Model Line	November-11 Actual	November-10 Actual	Yr/Yr % Change	November-11 YTD Actual	November-10 YTD Actual	Yr/Yr % Change
A3	491	788	-37.7 %	5,926	5,980	-0.9 %
A4	2,501	2,761	-9.4 %	31,512	31,159	1.1 %
A5	994	1,181	-15.8 %	14,112	14,924	-5.4 %
A6	1,379	812	69.8 %	9,269	7,847	18.1 %
A7	631	0	0.0 %	5,383	0	0.0 %
A8	461	333	38.4 %	5,022	1,019	392.8 %
Audi Q5	2,390	2,310	3.5 %	22,571	21,045	7.3 %
Audi Q7	605	1,000	-39.5 %	8,079	6,962	16.0 %
R8	84	104	-19.2 %	1,012	680	48.8 %
TT	164	76	115.8 %	2,020	1,467	37.7 %
Total Audi Sales	9,700	9,365	3.6 %	104,906	91,083	15.2 %

 

–UPDATED: American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted November sales of 83,925 vehicles, a decrease of 10.1%, the company announced today. American Honda year-to-date sales reached 1,042,055, down 5.7% versus last year, based on the daily selling rate*.

Honda Division posted November sales of 74,016, a decrease of 9.9% versus November 2010. The Pilot continued its momentum with sales of 10,487, up 32.6%. The Civic was the top-selling Honda model for November with sales of 17,133, a decrease of 0.7 % compared to last year. The CR-V posted sales of 16,426, a decrease of 13.7. The Accord posted sales of 14,355 a decrease of 17.9%.

“The impact of the Thailand flooding on our North American production levels continued to be felt in November,” said John Mendel, American Honda executive vice president of sales. “We’re looking forward to closing the year on a strong note as production recovers and the all-new CR-V goes on sale this month.”

Acura Division recorded November sales of 9,909, a decrease of 11.2% versus November 2010, and year-to-date sales of 110,170, down 7.1%. The MDX was the top-selling Acura model for the month with November sales of 3,308 down 24.2%. The TSX posted record November sales of 2,691.

*The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 25 days for November 2011 and 24 days for November 2010. Year-to-date DSR is calculated with 280 days for 2011 and 279 days for 2010. All percentages reflect DSR.

American Honda Vehicle Sales For November 2011
	Month-to-Date			Year-to-Date
	November	November	DSR**	November	November	DSR**
	2011	2010	% Chg.	2011	2010	% Chg.
American Honda Total	83,925	89,617	-10.1%	1,042,055	1,100,864	-5.7%
Total Car Sales	40,997	45,285	-13.1%	554,764	618,672	-10.7%
Total Truck Sales	42,928	44,332	-7.0%	487,291	482,192	0.7%
Honda Total Car Sales	35,849	40,097	-14.2%	498,375	558,319	-11.1%
Honda Total Truck Sales	38,167	38,802	-5.6%	433,510	424,428	1.8%
Acura Total Car Sales	5,148	5,188	-4.7%	56,389	60,353	-6.9%
Acura Total Truck Sales	4,761	5,530	-17.3%	53,781	57,764	-7.2%
Domestic Car Sales *	32,491	35,169	-11.3%	437,997	509,210	-14.3%
Honda Division	30,079	32,738	-11.8%	410,043	478,436	-14.6%
Acura Division	2,412	2,431	-4.8%	27,954	30,774	-9.5%
Domestic Truck Sales *	40,205	38,605	0.0%	450,127	451,066	-0.6%
Honda Division	35,444	33,075	2.9%	396,346	393,302	0.4%
Acura Division	4,761	5,530	-17.3%	53,781	57,764	-7.2%
Import Car Sales	8,506	10,116	-19.3%	116,767	109,462	6.3%
Honda Division	5,770	7,359	-24.7%	88,332	79,883	10.2%
Acura Division	2,736	2,757	-4.7%	28,435	29,579	-4.2%
Import Truck Sales	2,723	5,727	-54.4%	37,164	31,126	19.0%
Honda Division	2,723	5,727	-54.4%	37,164	31,126	19.0%
MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total	74,016	78,899	-9.9%	931,885	982,747	-5.5%
Fit	3,307	4,180	-24.0%	54,097	49,494	8.9%
Accord *	14,355	16,795	-17.9%	217,958	253,073	-14.2%
Civic *	17,133	16,562	-0.7%	200,690	231,955	-13.8%
Memo:  Civic Hybrid	503	612	-21.1%	4,138	6,430	-35.9%
S2000	0	0		3	85	-96.5%
Insight	749	1,536	-53.2%	14,859	19,325	-23.4%
CR-Z	305	1,024	-71.4%	10,766	4,373	145.3%
FCX Clarity	0	0		2	14	-85.8%
Odyssey  *	9,143	8,805	-0.3%	95,579	98,035	-2.9%
Crosstour *	1,113	2,230	-52.1%	16,679	25,927	-35.9%
Pilot *	10,487	7,593	32.6%	104,656	91,986	13.4%
CR-V *	16,426	18,263	-13.7%	196,787	180,589	8.6%
Element *	63	939	-93.6%	11,518	12,960	-11.4%
Ridgeline	935	972	-7.7%	8,291	14,931	-44.7%
Acura Division Total	9,909	10,718	-11.2%	110,170	118,117	-7.1%
TL *	2,412	2,431	-4.8%	27,954	30,774	-9.5%
TSX	2,691	2,589	-0.2%	27,389	27,683	-1.4%
Memo:  TSX Wagon	224	0		2,915	0
RL	45	168	-74.3%	1,046	1,896	-45.0%
MDX *	3,308	4,191	-24.2%	38,683	41,323	-6.7%
ZDX *	127	156	-21.8%	1,478	3,006	-51.0%
RDX  *	1,326	1,183	7.6%	13,620	13,435	1.0%
Selling Days	25	24		280	279
*  Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic & global sourced parts.
**  Daily Selling Rate

 

–UPDATED: Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) reported record November U.S. sales of 85,182 units versus 71,366 units a year earlier, an increase of 19.4%. Nissan Division sales also set a new November record, increasing 21.5% for the month to 76,754 units. Sales of Infiniti vehicles increased 3% from the prior year, to 8,428 units.

NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS

• Nissan vehicles posted record November sales with 76,754 units, an increase of 21.5% over the 63,184 units sold in November 2010.
• Versa – led by brisk demand for the all-new 2012 Versa Sedan – set a new November record with 9,291 deliveries, an increase of 38.2% over the prior year.
• The Rogue crossover also delivered a November record with sales of 10,845 units marking a 27.2% increase over last year.
• The Nissan Altima maintains its place among the industry’s leading passenger cars, with 20,613 units marking an increase of 12.2% over the prior year and a new November record.
• Nissan’s lineup of trucks, SUVs and crossovers all showed gains over last November, led by the Frontier pickup (up 37.8%) and Pathfinder (up 26.3%).
• Sales of the 100% electric Nissan LEAF totaled 672 units in November, with deliveries totaling 8,738 units of the innovative, zero-emission vehicle since its December 2010 U.S. debut.
• Nissan Commercial Vehicles continues to build awareness for the 2012 Nissan NV commercial van, resulting in 1,238 deliveries, its best month since its Spring 2011 launch.

INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS

• Infiniti sales totaled 8,428 units for November, an increase of 3% versus 8,182 a year earlier.
• Infiniti QX sales of 1,446 was an increase of 9% for the month, the best November in the full-size luxury SUV’s history.
• With sales of 3,623, the Infiniti G Sedan had an increase of 26.9% for the month, its best November since 2007.
• The updated 2012 Infiniti FX saw an increase of 24.9%, the best November for the luxury performance crossover since 2007.

“Strong gains across our lineup extended Nissan’s record-breaking October into our best-ever November,” said Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Sales. “We expect to finish 2011 on a high note with vehicles like Altima, Versa, Sentra and Rogue leading Nissan to a strong close in December and into an even better 2012.”

NOTE: To ensure consistency in global sales reporting, Nissan North America calculates monthly variances on a straight-%age basis, unadjusted for the number of selling days. November 2011 had 25 selling days, while November 2010 had 24 selling days.

 

–UPDATED: Volkswagen of America, Inc. (VWoA) reported 28,412 units sold in November 2011, a 40.7% increase over prior year sales.  Year-to-date sales are up 25.3%.

“November has been a tremendous month for Volkswagen,” said Jonathan Browning, President and CEO, Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.  “With the 2012 Passat named Motor Trend‘‘s Car of the Year, anticipated improvements in J.D. Power’s Sales Satisfaction Index and once again double-digit sales growth, the proof points of German Engineering and our commitment to the U.S. market are all starting to come together.”

In its first two full months of sales, the Chattanooga-built Passat outsold 2010’s volume and acheived 6,018 units for the month of November.  Jetta sales, including Jetta SportWagen, totaled 12,891 units, a 15.6% increase over last year.  The 2012 Beetle sold 1,656 units.

GTI sales increased 33.3% while Golf sales rose 37.5% versus last year.  The Eos and Tiguan SUV posted 53% and 11.4 % sales increases, respectively.  Volkswagen’s high-mileage, clean diesel TDI models accounted for 19.8% of all November sales, up 36.0 % year-over-year.

 

VW – U.S. Snapshot	— NOVEMBER 2011 —			— YEAR-TO-DATE —
	Nov-11	Nov-10	Yr/Yr % change	Nov-11  YTD	Nov-10 YTD	Yr/Yr %
Golf	1,243	904	37.5%	16,428	13,198	24.5%
GTI	1,133	850	33.3%	15,535	12,686	22.5%
Total Rabbit/Golf/GTI/R32	2,376	1,754	35.5%	31,963	25,884	23.5%
Jetta Sedan	11,131	8,955	24.3%	138,092	86,925	58.9%
SportWagen	1,760	2,198	-19.9%	24,845	23,293	6.7%
Total Jetta	12,891	11,153	15.6%	162,937	110,218	47.8%
Beetle Coupe	1,656	487	240.0%	4,096	11,621	-64.8%
Convertible	–	190	-100.0%	841	4,343	-80.6%
Total Beetle	1,656	487	240.0%	4,937	15,964	-69.1%
Eos	384	251	53.0%	7,114	6,331	12.4%
Passat Sedan	6,018	313	1822.7%	15,895	9,989	59.1%
Wagon	–	61	-100.0%	56	2,286	-97.6%
Total Passat	6,018	374	1509.1%	15,951	12,275	29.9%
CC	1,698	2,601	-34.7%	27,052	25,275	7.0%

VW – U.S. Snapshot	— NOVEMBER 2011 —			— YEAR-TO-DATE —
	Nov-11	Nov-10	Yr/Yr % change	Nov-11  YTD	Nov-10 YTD	Yr/Yr %
Tiguan	1,850	1,660	11.4%	23,587	18,395	28.2%
Touareg	840	837	0.4%	6,418	3,907	64.3%
Routan	699	1,072	-34.8%	11,940	14,714	-18.9%
TOTAL	28,412	20,189	40.7%	291,899	232,963	25.3%

 

–UPDATED: HyundaiMotor America announced sales of 49,610 vehicles in November, a 22% total sales increase and 24% retail sales increase compared with the same record-setting period a year ago.

“The Thanksgiving Holiday weekend, including ‘Black Friday,’ proved to be a very strong selling period and helped us break our all-time November sales record,” said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America’s executive vice president of national sales. “With vehicle availability at the highest levels for the year, and with positive demand signals and improving consumer confidence, Hyundai is positioned for a very strong December finish to this record-breaking year.”

Year to date, Hyundai sales are up 21% versus 2010 in total, with sales to retail customers up 30%.  Sales to fleet accounts represent 11% of the total sales year-to-date and 10 % for the month of November.  Thirty-six percent of Hyundai vehicles sold in November achieved 40 MPG fuel economy ratings.

The award-winning Hyundai Accent and Elantra continue to deliver a strong one-two punch in the sub-compact and compact car segments with sales increases of 16% and 44%, respectively, over the same period last year. Tucson and Veracruz, part of Hyundai’s crossover line-up, registered sales increases of 35 and 36%, respectively.

“Improving consumer demand and increased product availability at Hyundai dealers nationwide drive a positive December outlook for us,” said John Krafcik, Hyundai Motor America’s president and CEO.   “While our 35 days-supply level today is low by most standards, it’s the best we’ve seen at the start of a month for some time. Accent, Elantra and Veloster remain in short supply, but healthy dealer stocks on all other Hyundai models should allow consumers a great opportunity to find just the car they’re looking for in December.”

CARLINE	NOV/2011	NOV/2010	CY/2011	CY/2010
ACCENT	4,682	4,052	50,285	49,191
SONATA	15,668	14,031	208,621	180,659
ELANTRA	12,414	8,631	173,336	119,150
SANTA FE	6,129	6,967	69,309	71,396
AZERA	58	248	1,506	2,889
TUCSON	4,101	3,042	42,774	35,553
VELOSTER	2,538	0	7,096	0
VERACRUZ	1,018	747	8,603	7,889
GENESIS	2,702	3,005	30,528	26,699
EQUUS	300	0	2,868	0
TOTAL	49,610	40,723	594,926	493,426
SALES WEIGHTED FUEL ECONOMY
	November CAFE (mpg)		2011 CYTD CAFE	November Window Label Combined MPG	2011 CYTD Window Label Combined MPG
Car	37.5		36.9	28.3	27.8
Truck	28.7		28.7	21.9	21.9
Hyundai Brand	36.4		36.1	27.5	27.2

 

	November	2011 CYTD
40-MPG Sales	17,889	195,212
Mix of Total Sales	36%	33 %

 

–UPDATED: Kia Motors America (KMA) announced best-ever November sales of 37,007 units, a 39.1% increase over the same period last year and the company’s 15th straight monthly sales record.  Kia is one of the fastest growing car brands in the U.S., having eclipsed 400,000 vehicles sold for the first time in company history in October, and year-to-date sales are up 35.7%.  Following the recent start of Optima production at Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG), the brand’s U.S.-built(1) products – Sorento and Optima – were the top performers for the second consecutive month with 9,669 and 9,533 vehicles sold, respectively.

“Kia’s growth has far outpaced the industry all year and the brand’s design-led transformation has raised awareness for the brand and attracted new customers to our showrooms to experience our diverse lineup that offers world-class style, performance, technology and safety features,” said Byung Mo Ahn, group president and CEO of KMA and KMMG.  “Kia has introduced more new vehicles over the past three years than any other auto manufacturer and the latest addition is the all-new Rio 5-door, which is 85% recyclable at the end of its lifespan and delivers up to 40 miles per gallon(2).”

 

	MONTH OF NOVEMBER		YEAR-TO-DATE
Model	2011	2010	2011	2010
Rio	2,159	966	17,956	23,675
Spectra	3	1	271
Forte	4,135	5,324	71,564	62,806
Optima	9,533	1,424	73,886	24,276
Amanti	4	29	5	280
Sportage	3,218	1,849	43,846	21,313
Sorento	9,669	9,621	119,572	99,182
Sedona	1,406	1,279	22,182	20,151
Rondo	1	69	45	3,524
Borrego	17	455	402	9,603
Soul	6,865	5,582	92,643	60,743
Total	37,007	26,601	442,102	325,824

–UPDATED: The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported November sales of 26,271 vehicles, an increase of 14.8% from the 22,883 vehicles sold in the same month a year ago.  Year-to-date, BMW Group sales are up 14.6% to 272,873 in the first eleven months of 2011 compared to 238,157 in the same period in 2010.

“The numbers show this is the buying season, consumer optimism is increasing and we are seeing the most showroom traffic in our dealerships so far this year,” said Ludwig Willisch, President and CEO, BMW of North America, LLC.  “I am particularly pleased to see MINI setting a new sales record and I am looking forward to a strong December especially with our X Drive momentum, X3 and X5 in particular.”

BMW Brand Sales:

Sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 7.1% in November for a total of 21,521 compared to 20,097 vehicles sold in November, 2010.  Year-to-date, the BMW brand is up 12.3% on sales of 221,073 January through November compared to 196,833 sold in the first eleven months of 2010.

BMW’s automobile sales were down 14.2% in November to 13,728 versus 16,009 in the same month a year ago. Year-to-date sales are up 1.6%, to 156,841 automobiles compared to 154,372 in the same period of 2010.

Sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles (X3, X5 and X6) increased by 90.6% in November to 7,793 vehicles from the 4,088 sold last November.  Year-to-date, sales of BMW Sports Activity Vehicles were also up 51.3%, to 64,232 vehicles compared to the 42,461 sold in the first eleven months of 2010.

BMW Pre-Owned Vehicles:

In November, sales of BMW used vehicles (including certified pre-owned and pre-owned) totaled 12,196, a decrease of 3.1% from the 12,580 sold in November 2010.  Year-to-date, BMW used vehicle sales are down 5.3% on volume of 144,882 compared to 153,048 in the first eleven months of 2010.

MINI Brand Sales:

MINI USA reported sales of 4,750 automobiles in November, up 70.5% from the 2,786 sold in November 2010.  Year-to-date, MINI sales in the U.S. are up 25.4% on volume of 51,800 compared to 41,324 in the first eleven months of 2010.

“The results are exciting because it means customers are not only buying in record numbers they are also ordering customized vehicles,” said Jim McDowell, Vice President, MINI USA. “This will be the best sales year ever for MINI thanks to our expanding model line-up, and there’s more to come!”

Table: Sales BMW of North America, LLC, November 2011

Sales BMW of North America, LLC, November 2011
	Nov ’11	Nov ’10	%	YTD Nov ’11	YTD Nov ’10	%
1 Series	664	1,019	-34.8%	7,915	11,903	-33.5%
3 Series	7,568	8,928	-15.2%	85,882	90,843	-5.5%
Z4	156	167	-6.6%	3,180	3,606	-11.8%
5 Series	3,564	5,042	-29.3%	46,604	34,443	35.3%
6 Series	549	50	998.0%	3,180	2,348	35.4%
7 Series	1,227	803	52.8%	10,080	11,229	-10.2%
BMW passenger cars	13,728	16,009	-14.2%	156,841	154,372	1.6%
X3	2,773	91	2947.3%	24,261	5,226	364.2%
X5	4,496	3,436	30.8%	34,540	31,837	8.5%
X6	524	561	-6.6%	5,431	5,398	0.6%
BMW light trucks (SAVs)	7,793	4,088	90.6%	64,232	42,461	51.3%
BMW brand	21,521	20,097	7.1%	221,073	196,833	12.3%
Cooper /S Hardtop	2,383	2,030	17.4%	25,305	27,090	-6.6%
Cooper /S Convertible	271	297	-8.8%	4,665	6,594	-29.3%
Cooper /S Clubman	398	459	-13.3%	6,428	7,640	-15.9%
Coupe	286	N/A	N/A	700	N/A	N/A
Crossover	1,412	N/A	N/A	14,702	N/A	N/A
MINI brand	4,750	2,786	70.5%	51,800	41,324	25.4%
TOTAL BMW of North America, LLC	26,271	22,883	14.8%	272,873	238,157	14.6%

 

–UPDATED: Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported November sales of 28,255 vehicles, a 55.2% improvement over November 2010 (18,208) and the company’s highest November volume on record.  On a year-to-date basis, the 236,415 vehicles sold represent a 20.4% increase over the 196,288 vehicles sold during the same period last year.

The highest volume performers for the month were the C-Class and E-Class model lines.  The all-new 2012 sporty C-Class – the gateway to the Mercedes-Benz brand for younger and first-time Mercedes-Benz buyers – led the pack with sales of 8,358, up 112.7% from November 2010.  The 9th generation E-Class followed with sales of 5,095 and the all-new versatile M-Class finished third in volume with monthly sales of 4,796. Additionally, sales of the 2012 CLS-Class posted a 215.8% increase for the month and sales of the new SLK roadster were up 87.3% over November 2010.

Total diesel units sold for November were up 136.1 % with sales of 2,097 (vs. 888 units sold in Nov. 2010).

At the high end, the company sold 169 of its supercar — the SLS AMG, up 369.4% from November 2010 — bringing its year-to-date sales to 636.

Sales of Sprinter Vans also increased by 26.1% for November with sales of 1,045 – bringing a year-to-date total of 14,982 (up 108.7 %).

Sales of the smart fortwo totaled 414 vehicles, up 96% for the month (compared to the 211 vehicles sold in November 2010).

Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned (MBCPO) program, MBUSA sold 5,530 vehicles in November 2011, a decrease of 12%.  On a year-to-date basis, MBCPO sold 68,459 vehicles, a decrease of 8% over the comparable period last year.

 

–UPDATED: Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA) announced November 2011 sales of 2,255 vehicles and year-to-date sales of 27,189 cars.  The year-to-date sales compare to 22,753 vehicles sold last year – a 19% increase.

“Our year-to-date results remain very strong,” said President and CEO, Detlev von Platen. “For the year, the 911 remains up seven percent, even as we are in the midst of a change-over with our all-new model going on sale early next year.”

Porsche’s November 2011 sales of 2,255 vehicles is a decrease of seven percent compared to the same period last year, when Porsche sold 2,416 vehicles. This is mainly due to a limited supply of the 911, as well as Boxster and Cayman models.

For the month of November 2011, Porsche’s Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicle sales were 556, compared to 642 last year. The year-to-date total is 7,797, compared to 6,852 in the previous year – a 14% increase.

Model	November 2011		Year-to-Date
	Current Year	Prior Year	Current Year	Prior Year
ALL BOXSTER/CAYMAN	167	214	3,045	3,250
ALL 911	395	476	5,593	5,228
ALL CAYENNE	1,085	997	12,148	7,234
ALL PANAMERA	608	729	6,403	7,041
GRAND TOTALS	2,255	2,416	27,189	22,753

 

–UPDATED: Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) reported strong November U.S. sales of 18,432 vehicles, representing an increase of 20.4% versus last year.  On a Daily Selling Rate (DSR) basis, Mazda’s November 2011 sales were up 15.6%.  Year-to-date sales through November are up 9.6% versus last year, with 228,073 vehicles sold.

Key November sales notes:

• Mazda6 celebrated its best month since March 2009, with sales of 4,292 vehicles accounting for a 53.9% increase.
• Mazda’s stylish CX-7 and CX-9 crossover SUVs celebrated their best November since 2007, with increases of 7% and 39.2% respectively.  On the year, CX-7 sales are up 29.8% with 32,940 vehicles sold, while CX-9 is up 18.0 percent with 30,215 vehicles sold.
• Mazda5 sales are up 15.1% with 982 vehicles sold.
• Mazda2 sales are up 73.4% with 801 vehicles sold in November.  Year-to-date Mazda2 sales are up more than four-fold.
• Mazda3 sales of 6,873 vehicles accounted for a 6.2 % increase.  The new 2012 Mazda3 features Mazda’s innovative SKYACTIV-G engine and SKYACTIV-Drive automatic transmission that achieves 40 MPG on the highway, all without sacrificing driving performance.

Stay tuned here for updates and detailed information as it is released by automakers throughout the day today.