May 2014 Sales: SAAR 16.8 Million In A Strong Bounce From Winter
The bleak winter that plagued the start of 2014 looks to be behind the auto makers, as a record-setting SAAR and strong performances by most brands helped propel auto sales in May to post-recession heights.
Volvo and Volkswagen were the major losers this month, seeing losses of 21 percent and 15 percent respectively. Chrysler also saw a 22 percent less as a brand, but FCA overall saw a 17 percent jump, bolstered by Ram and Jeep – as has been the case for the last while.
Practically every Japanese auto maker was up, save for the Scion brand, with most posting double digit increases. Mitsubishi was up 54 percent while Mazda saw a 23 percent bump. Ford and GM also saw solid gains. Check out the full table at Automotive News.
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Check out Maserti! Wonder if that Super Bowl ad had anything to do with it?
Three thoughts: 1) Will Chrysler (FCA) overtake Toyota to become the third largest anytime soon? Maybe if the 200 actually sells? Alfa/Maserati plans work? 2) Speaking of Maserati, why is it not included in FCA/Chrysler Group's total sales figures? 3) Has anybody else noticed the near tie between Audi, Cadillac, and Acura for 4th place among luxury makes? Audi has all the momentum so unless some of Cadillacs new products gain speed I wouldn't be surprised to see Audi become #4.
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@bnolt--I am doing my part for conservation as well by keeping my 99 running--conserving that precious resource that is within my wallet.