In 2018, Subaru of America increased sales by 5% to a new record 680,135 vehicles - the tenth consecutive record year. The Outback was the best-selling model. In December 2018, Subaru of America sales totaled 64,541 vehicles to mark the automaker’s best-ever sales month in the USA, topping the previous best month of August 2018 (64,088). December also marked the 58th … [Read more...]

In 2018, Toyota Motor North America sales in the USA were down 0.3% to 2,426,672 vehicles with the RAV4 and Camry the best-selling Toyota models. In December 2018, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) sold 220,910 vehicles, a decrease of 0.9 percent from December 2017 on a volume basis. For the full calendar year 2018, TMNA reported sales of 2,426,672 vehicles, a 0.3 percent … [Read more...]

In 2018, Honda sales in the US contracted by 3,1% to 1,445,894 cars while Acura sales increased by 2.5% to 158,938 vehicles. In December 2018, American Honda increased sales by 3.9% to 155,115 vehicles with both brands increasing sales: Honda sales were up 3% to 138,341 vehicles and Acura sales increased by 11.4% to 16,774 vehicles. American Honda Sales in the US in … [Read more...]

In 2018, Kia Motors sold 589,673 vehicles in the USA - five more cars than a year ago. The Sorento was the top-selling Kia in the US in 2018. In December 2018, Kia Motors America (KMA) sold of 47,428 vehicles in the USA, representing a 10.2-percent increase over the same period last year. Kia’s 2018 sales total of 589,673 was only five more vehicles than a year ago. Kia … [Read more...]

In 2018, GM sales fell 1.6% to just below 3 million vehicles but General Motors remained the largest carmaker in the USA. The Silverado was the top-selling GM product. In 2018, General Motors (GM) delivered 2,954,037 vehicles, including more than 1 million crossovers, almost 974,000 pickup trucks and more than 280,000 large SUVs. GM’s fourth quarter deliveries totaled … [Read more...]

In 2018, Maza increased sales by 3.7% to 300,325 vehicles in North America. The CX-5 was by far the most-popular Mazda in the US in 2018. In December 2018, Mazda reported total sales of 25,870 vehicles, a decrease of 3.8 percent compared to December 2017. With 26 selling days in December 2018, compared to 26 the year prior, the company posted a decrease of 3.8 percent on a … [Read more...]

In 2018, Mitsubishi Motors increased car sales by 14% to reach a new high of 118,074 vehicles. The Outlander Sport was the top-selling Mitsubishi in the US. In December 2018, Mitsubishi recorded sales of 8,986, up 5.7 percent over December 2017.  This represented the best December for Mitsubishi in 12 years. Mitsubishi Sales in the US in 2018 Mitsubishi Motors North … [Read more...]

In 2018, Nissan and Infiniti car sales in the USA were weaker but SUV sales were at a new high. The Rogue was the top-selling Nissan in the USA. In December 2018, Nissan Group announced total U.S. sales of 148,720 units, an increase of 7.6 percent versus the prior year. Nissan Group also announced total calendar year 2018 U.S. sales of 1,493,877 units, a decrease of 6.2 … [Read more...]

In 2018, Hyundai brand sales increased slightly to 677,946 vehicles but Genesis sales nearly halved. The Elantra and Tucson were the favorite Hyundai models in the US. In December 2018, Hyundai Motor America reported sales of Hyundai- and Genesis-branded vehicles of 65,721 units, a 3 percent increase in comparison with December 2017 and the best December sales month in … [Read more...]

In 2018, Volvo sales in the USA increased by a fifth to 98,263 cars - the highest numbers in a decade. The XC60 was the top-selling Volvo model in the US. In December 2018, Volvo Car USA, LLC, (VCUSA) reported U.S. sales of 8,826 vehicles - a decrease of 8.8% compared to December 2017. However, for the full year 2018, VCUSA sold 98,263 vehicles, an increase of 20.6 percent … [Read more...]

In 2018, BMW sales in the USA increased by 1.7% to 311,014 BMWs while Mini sales were down 7.3% to 43,684. The X3 was the top-selling BMW model in the US. In December 2018, sales of BMW brand vehicles increased 0.3 percent for a total of 34,357 compared to 34,253 vehicles sold in December 2017. December 2018 was the 14th consecutive month of sales increases for BMW in the … [Read more...]

In 2018, Audi sales in the USA were flat with a 1.4% decline to 223,323 cars. The Q5 was the top-selling Audi in the US with SUVs taking a 57% share. In December 2018, Audi of America reported a 16% decline in sales to 22,765 cars with SUVs taking a 60% market share. For the full calendar year 2018, Audi sales in the US contracted by a more moderate 1.4% to 223,323 cars … [Read more...]

In 2018, Mercedes-Benz sales in the USA contracted by 6.3% to 315,959 cars. The GLC was the top-selling Mercedes model in the US. Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported December 2018 sales of 32,016 Mercedes- Benz models. Mercedes-Benz Vans reported best-ever December sales with 4,116 units and smart reported 122 units, bringing MBUSA to a grand total of 36,254 vehicles for … [Read more...]

In 2018, Volkswagen of America reported sales increases of 4.2% with passenger VW car sales down by 28% while SUV sales more than doubled. In December 2018, Volkswagen sales in the USA increased by 6% to just over 32,000 vehicles. This included 16,730 VW passenger cars and 15,317 SUVs to give SUVs a 48% percent share. Volkswagen US Car Sales in 2018 Volkswagen sales … [Read more...]

In 2018, Ford sold 2,497,318 vehicles as America's top-selling car brand for the ninth consecutive year while the F-Series was again the favorite truck. In 2018, Ford sales, including Lincoln brand, were down 3.5% to just less than 2.5 million vehicles. Ford remained the top-selling car brand in the USA with 2,393,731 sales (-3.3%) in 2018. The F-Series was again America's … [Read more...]

In 2018, FCA US had its highest sales in 17 years with Jeep, Ram and the Dodge Challenger selling in record numbers. FCA US increased sales by 9% in 2018 to 2,235,204 vehicles sold. Jeep brand sales increased by 17 percent to a record 973,227 with Ram sales up 7% to a new record of 597,368 vehicles in 2018.  Alfa Romeo’s 2018 annual sales almost doubled to a record … [Read more...]