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Posted: 10/01/08
09:35 AM

Volvo Cars of North America Sales Report for September

IRVINE, Calif. (Oct. 1, 2008) - Volvo Cars of North America, LLC, reports sales of 4,054 units in the United States for September, representing a 51 percent decrease compared to the same period last year.*

Overall in North America (United States, Canada and Mexico), Volvo has sold 66,870 units year-to-date, which is 26.2 percent off compared to the same period for 2007*. For the month in Canada, Volvo sales were off 30 percent, with 543 units sold, while Volvo sales in Mexico were off 56 percent, selling 102 units.

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (VCNA) is a subsidiary of Volvo Car Corporation of Göteborg, Sweden. VCNA provides marketing, sales, parts, service, technology and training support to Volvo automobile retailers in the United States, and oversees Volvo operations in Canada and Mexico.

Source: Volvo Cars of North America, LLC

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Posted: 10/01/08
10:04 AM

Daimler AG Reports a 9 Percent Decrease for the Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. for September 2008

- Total 20,557 of Units of Mercedes-Benz Cars Division Sold in U.S.

- Mercedes-Benz USA Records September Sales of 18,779

- smart USA Records 1,778 Sales in September

NEW YORK, Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Daimler AG (NYSEAI) today reported sales for the Mercedes-Benz Cars division (Mercedes-Benz and smart combined) of 20,557 units in the U.S. for September 2008. All sales figures in this release are on an unadjusted basis unless otherwise noted.

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported September sales of 18,779 vehicles, bringing the company's year-to-date volume to 177,298, a 1.6 percent decrease over its year-to-date record set last year. For the month, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and M-Class model lines recorded gains of 11.9 percent and 1.1 percent respectively.

Sales for the smart fortwo remain strong with deliveries totaling 1,778 for the month of September. This brings the year-to-date total to an incredible 18,156 units in just over eight months of being offered in the U.S. market. smart USA expects to deliver its 20,000th smart fortwo in the month of October. The vehicle is attracting an overwhelming number of buyers who want a solution to high gas prices, a reduced environmental footprint and increased urban mobility on congested city streets -- all in a package that's fun to drive. The fortwo offers a powerful combination of outstanding fuel efficiency, innovative safety, environmental friendliness and low cost of ownership. There are currently 73 smart centers open in 35 states.

Detailed vehicle sales information for MBUSA will be announced later today in a separate press release issued by Mercedes-Benz USA.

Mercedes-Benz Cars Division in the U.S. Sales Summary Through September 2008

Month Sales %
Sales CYTD %
Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Curr Yr Pr Yr Change
------- ------ ------ ------- ------- -----
Mercedes-Benz USA 18,779 22,459 -16.4 177,298 180,265 -1.6
smart USA 1,778 n/a* n/a* 18,156 n/a* n/a*

Mercedes-Benz USA /
smart USA combined 20,557 22,459* -8.5* 195,454 180,265* 8.4*
* smart sales in the U.S. started in mid January 2008

Source: Daimler AG

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Posted: 10/01/08
10:06 AM

Hyundai Motor America Reports September Sales

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 24,765 for the month of September, a 25 percent decrease from September 2007 levels.

"As consumers tighten their spending due to the uncertain economic times we are experiencing, we are certainly feeling the pinch, as I am sure every other manufacturer is," said Dave Zuchowski, Hyundai Motor America's vice president of national sales. "While we are disappointed in September sales results, we believe it is consistent with that happened in the overall industry. But we feel Hyundai is well positioned to weather these difficult economic times with a full lineup of vehicles that offer some of the best value, fuel economy, safety and quality in the industry."

All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-year/100,000-mile power train warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty and 5-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.

CARLINE SEPT/2008 SEPT/2007 CY2008 CY2007
------- --------- --------- ------ ------

ACCENT 3,014 3,120 44,393 29,212
SONATA 8,629 6,550 97,442 99,358
ELANTRA 3,681 7,164 86,144 73,890
TIBURON 677 1,236 7,730 11,850
SANTA FE 4,676 7,496 56,629 70,005
AZERA 483 1,423 13,437 17,361
TUCSON 1,294 3,693 16,247 32,449
ENTOURAGE 455 879 4,360 15,664
VERACRUZ 827 1,653 8,427 8,618
GENESIS 1,029 N/A 2,855 N/A
TOTAL 24,765 33,214 337,664 358,407

Source: Hyundai Motor America

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Posted: 10/01/08
10:06 AM

Ford Reports September Sales

- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales totaled 116,734, down 34 percent versus year ago.

- Weakening economy, tight credit and cautious consumers pulled Ford and industry sales in September to lowest level this year.

- Ford Flex crossover and Lincoln MKS sedan post highest retail shares in September.

- Ford readies for launch of all-new F-150.

DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury dealers reported total sales of 116,734 in September, down 34 percent versus a year ago.

September was the lowest sales month for Ford and the industry this year.

"Consumers and businesses are in a very fragile place," said Jim Farley, Ford group vice president, Marketing and Communications. "An already weak economy compounded by very tight credit conditions has created an atmosphere of caution."

The national marketing launch for the Ford Flex crossover and Lincoln MKS sedan began in September. Both new products have steadily increased their share of segment. The Ford Flex has the highest conquest rate of any Ford product (except for Escape Hybrid), and also is attracting the highest rate of premium and import buyers. The Lincoln MKS ranks third in the mid-size luxury car segment behind only the BMW 5-Series and the Mercedes Benz E-Class.

The 2009 model Ford F-150 has class leading capability (11,300 pounds towing and 3,030 pounds payload) and unsurpassed fuel economy of 21 mpg highway with the SFE package.

"The sell down of the current model F-150 is ahead of schedule, and the first shipments of the new F-150 will arrive soon at Ford dealers," said Farley.

Ford's F-Series is America's No. 1 selling truck for 31 years in a row and the new F-150 is designed and engineered to raise the bar in the light-duty pickup market.

Note: The sales data included in this release and the accompanying tables are based largely on data reported by dealers representing their sales to retail and fleet customers.

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) , a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 229,000 employees and about 90 plants worldwide, the company's core and affiliated automotive brands include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Volvo and Mazda. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford's products, please visit our website at www.ford.com.

FORD MOTOR COMPANY SEPTEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
--------------------------------------------
September % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Sales By Brand
Ford 102,685 155,037 -33.8 1,353,519 1,620,925 -16.5
Lincoln 7,571 9,764 -22.5 82,824 102,449 -19.2
Mercury 6,478 11,403 -43.2 96,878 129,743 -25.3
----- ------ ------ -------
Total Ford,
Lincoln and
Mercury 116,734 176,204 -33.8 1,533,221 1,853,117 -17.3
Volvo 4,054 8,408 -51.8 60,028 80,884 -25.8
----- ----- ------ ------
Total Ford
Motor Company 120,788 184,612 -34.6 1,593,249 1,934,001 -17.6

Ford, Lincoln and
Mercury Sales By
Type
Cars 40,453 50,212 -19.4 550,752 588,001 -6.3
Crossover Utility
Vehicles 22,583 32,333 -30.2 295,903 302,624 -2.2
Sport Utility
Vehicles 8,623 20,040 -57.0 128,396 216,084 -40.6
Trucks and Vans 45,075 73,619 -38.8 558,170 746,408 -25.2
------ ------ ------- -------
Total Trucks 76,281 125,992 -39.5 982,469 1,265,116 -22.3
------ ------- ------- ---------
Total Vehicles 116,734 176,204 -33.8 1,533,221 1,853,117 -17.3

FORD BRAND SEPTEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
------------------------------------

September % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------

Crown Victoria 3,622 3,520 2.9 39,317 46,188 -14.9
Taurus 3,172 4,230 -25.0 43,650 52,514 -16.9
Fusion 9,942 11,966 -16.9 117,545 112,519 4.5
Focus 10,346 9,885 4.7 165,382 133,043 24.3
Mustang 4,910 10,266 -52.2 78,871 109,803 -28.2
GT 0 0 NA 0 231 -100.0
- - - ---
Ford Cars 31,992 39,867 -19.8 444,765 454,298 -2.1

Flex 1,959 0 NA 7,552 0 NA
Edge 6,633 11,632 -43.0 93,830 89,676 4.6
Escape 9,161 11,132 -17.7 125,672 127,737 -1.6
Taurus X 1,105 3,065 -63.9 19,578 30,411 -35.6
----- ----- ------ ------
Ford Crossover
Utility Vehicles 18,858 25,829 -27.0 246,632 247,824 -0.5

Expedition 3,645 5,827 -37.4 43,272 71,213 -39.2
Explorer 3,498 10,690 -67.3 64,339 108,535 -40.7
----- ------ ------ -------
Ford Sport
Utility Vehicles 7,143 16,517 -56.8 107,611 179,748 -40.1

F-Series 32,727 56,065 -41.6 392,698 537,211 -26.9
Ranger 3,915 4,019 -2.6 54,815 57,434 -4.6
Econoline/Club Wagon 7,617 11,897 -36.0 101,419 130,763 -22.4
Freestar 0 0 NA 0 2,390 -100.0
Low Cab Forward 55 143 -61.5 745 2,257 -67.0
Heavy Trucks 378 700 -46.0 4,834 9,000 -46.3
--- --- ----- -----
Ford Trucks and Vans 44,692 72,824 -38.6 554,511 739,055 -25.0
------ ------ ------- -------
Ford Brand 102,685 155,037 -33.8 1,353,519 1,620,925 -16.5

LINCOLN BRAND SEPTEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
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September % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
MKS 1,814 0 NA 6,852 0 NA
MKZ 1,578 2,589 -39.0 24,914 25,537 -2.4
Town Car 1,031 611 68.7 11,685 25,580 -54.3
MKX 1,753 3,805 -53.9 23,977 26,950 -11.0
Navigator 1,012 1,964 -48.5 11,737 17,729 -33.8
Mark LT 383 795 -51.8 3,659 6,653 -45.0
--- --- ----- -----
Lincoln Brand 7,571 9,764 -22.5 82,824 102,449 -19.2

MERCURY BRAND SEPTEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
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September % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
Grand Marquis 1,599 2,737 -41.6 23,091 38,280 -39.7
Sable 783 1,851 -57.7 13,711 16,665 -17.7
Milan 1,656 2,557 -35.2 25,734 27,641 -6.9
Mariner 1,972 2,699 -26.9 25,294 27,850 -9.2
Mountaineer 468 1,559 -70.0 9,048 18,607 -51.4
Monterey 0 0 NA 0 700 -100.0
- - - ---
Mercury Brand 6,478 11,403 -43.2 96,878 129,743 -25.3

VOLVO BRAND SEPTEMBER 2008 U.S. SALES
-------------------------------------

September % Year-To-Date %
--------- ------------
2008 2007 Change 2008 2007 Change
---- ---- ------ ---- ---- ------
S40 422 1,132 -62.7 8,137 14,645 -44.4
V50 119 224 -46.9 1,370 2,185 -37.3
S60 470 826 -43.1 7,657 14,355 -46.7
S80 578 1,308 -55.8 8,811 9,958 -11.5
V70 141 372 -62.1 2,672 2,884 -7.4
XC70 661 954 -30.7 7,735 8,990 -14.0
XC90 1,106 2,460 -55.0 15,292 23,471 -34.8
C70 292 321 -9.0 4,898 3,534 38.6
C30 265 811 -67.3 3,456 862 300.9
--- --- ----- ---
Volvo Brand 4,054 8,408 -51.8 60,028 80,884 -25.8

Source: Ford Motor Company

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Posted: 10/01/08
10:15 AM

Toyota Reports September Sales

TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported September sales of 144,260 vehicles, a decrease of 29.5 percent from last September, on a daily selling rate basis. Calendar-year-to-date (CYTD) sales total 1,793,303 units, down 10.4 percent from the same period last year.

The Toyota Division posted September sales of 128,215 units, down 28.9 percent from last September. The Lexus Division reported September sales of 16,045 units, a decrease of 33.4 percent from the year-ago month.

Toyota Division

Toyota Division passenger cars recorded September sales of 78,912 units, a decrease of 23.7 percent from last September. Passenger car sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid, which posted combined September sales of 29,486 units. Camry Hybrid reported sales of 2,785 units for the month. Corolla recorded sales of 21,316 units for the month. With limited availability, the Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid reported September sales of 10,873 units. Yaris posted September sales of 5,721 units, up 0.1 percent over the same period last year.

Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of 49,303 units, down 36 percent from the year-ago month. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV with September sales of 10,305 units. The Tundra full-size pickup reported September sales of 7,696 units. Tacoma recorded sales of 9,176 units for the month. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined September sales of 5,729 units. The Highlander Hybrid gas electric mid-size SUV recorded sales of 921 units for the month. Sequoia posted September sales of 2,030 units, up 27.4 percent over the same period last year. Sienna recorded sales of 9,647 units for the month, up 1.9 percent over the year-ago month.

Scion posted September sales of 8,112 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with September sales of 3,038 units. The tC sports coupe posted September sales of 2,679 units. The xD reported sales of 2,395 units for the month.

Lexus Division

Lexus passenger cars reported September sales of 9,430 units, down 35.1 percent from the year-ago month. Passenger car sales were led by the ES 350 luxury sedan with September sales of 4,042 units. The IS entry luxury sport sedan reported combined sales of 3,044 units. The LS flagship luxury sedan reported combined sales of 1,238 units. The GS luxury sport sedan posted combined September sales of 977 units.

Lexus Division light trucks reported September sales of 6,615 units, down 31 percent from the same period last year. Lexus sales were led by the RX luxury utility vehicle which posted combined September sales of 4,639 units. The RX 400h hybrid luxury utility vehicle reported sales of 744 units for the month. The LX 570 recorded sales of 647 units, up 280.8 percent over September 2007.

TMS Hybrids

TMS calendar-year-to-date hybrid sales totaled 200,450 units. TMS posted September sales of 15,399 hybrid vehicles. Toyota Division posted sales of 14,579 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division posted September sales of 820 hybrids.

There were 24 selling days this month, compared to 25 selling days last September.

TOYOTA RETAIL SALES
(INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII)
September, 2008

--- CURRENT MONTH --- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE --
DSR % DSR %
2008 2007 CHG 2008 2007 CHG
---- ---- --- ---- ---- ---

YARIS 5,721 5,956 0.1 88,495 68,465 29.3
COROLLA 21,316 29,550 -24.9 279,685 291,981 -4.2
CAMRY 29,486 40,438 -24.0 355,562 365,140 -2.6
AVALON 3,404 6,066 -41.5 34,309 54,560 -37.1
PRIUS 10,873 12,494 -9.3 130,561 137,114 -4.8
SCION xA 0 80 -100.0 39 9,474 -99.6
SCION xB 3,038 4,842 -34.6 38,671 33,832 14.3
SCION tC 2,679 5,694 -51.0 35,680 52,063 -31.5
SCION xD 2,395 2,623 -4.9 23,369 5,287 342.0
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV.
PASS. CAR 78,912 107,743 -23.7 986,372 1,017,920 -3.1
----------------- ------ ------- ----- ------- --------- ----
ES 4,042 6,491 -35.1 50,642 62,444 -18.9
LS 1,238 2,918 -55.8 16,030 26,350 -39.2
SC 129 297 -54.8 1,689 2,995 -43.6
GS 977 1,668 -39.0 13,019 17,090 -23.8
IS 3,044 3,757 -15.6 40,372 41,706 -3.2
TOTAL LEXUS PASS.
CAR 9,430 15,131 -35.1 121,752 150,585 -19.1
----------------- ----- ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
TOTAL TOYOTA
PASS. CAR 88,342 122,874 -25.1 1,108,124 1,168,505 -5.2
------------ ------ ------- ----- --------- --------- ----
SIENNA 9,647 9,865 1.9 94,887 105,912 -10.4
RAV4 10,305 14,412 -25.5 106,738 131,946 -19.1
FJ CRUISER 1,571 4,544 -64.0 21,696 43,228 -49.8
4RUNNER 2,963 7,802 -60.4 37,306 66,984 -44.3
HIGHLANDER 5,729 8,173 -27.0 81,951 91,294 -10.2
LAND CRUISER 186 163 18.9 3,203 1,752 82.8
SEQUOIA 2,030 1,660 27.4 24,592 17,959 36.9
TOTAL SUV 22,784 36,754 -35.4 275,486 353,163 -22.0
--------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
4X2 TACOMA 4,904 8,380 -39.0 65,771 80,499 -18.3
4X4 TACOMA 4,272 5,616 -20.8 51,542 55,016 -6.3
TOTAL TACOMA 9,176 13,996 -31.7 117,313 135,515 -13.4
TUNDRA 7,696 19,571 -59.0 115,026 144,480 -20.4
TOTAL PICKUP 16,872 33,567 -47.6 232,339 279,995 -17.0
TOTAL TOYOTA
DIV. LT TRUCK 49,303 80,186 -36.0 602,712 739,070 -18.4
LX 647 177 280.8 6,416 2,149 198.6
GX 1,329 1,964 -29.5 12,832 16,394 -21.7
RX 4,639 7,841 -38.4 63,219 75,527 -16.3
TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT
TRUCK 6,615 9,982 -31.0 82,467 94,070 -12.3
----------------- ----- ----- ----- ------ ------ -----
TOTAL TOYOTA
LIGHT TRUCK 55,918 90,168 -35.4 685,179 833,140 -17.8
------------ ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 128,215 187,929 -28.9 1,589,084 1,756,990 -9.6
TOTAL LEXUS 16,045 25,113 -33.4 204,219 244,655 -16.5
----------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- -----
TOTAL TOYOTA 144,260 213,042 -29.5 1,793,303 2,001,645 -10.4
MEMO:
DOM. COROLLA 16,492 29,472 -41.7 226,046 268,658 -15.9
DOM. CAMRY 29,119 38,603 -21.4 348,989 313,850 11.2
DOM. PICKUP 16,872 33,567 -47.6 232,339 279,995 -17.0
DOM. RX 3,718 5,774 -32.9 46,208 54,879 -15.8

SELLING DAYS 24 25 230 230
------------ -- -- --- ---

TOYOTA DIV.
IMPORT CAR 29,897 33,602 -7.3 377,028 380,852 -1.0
LEXUS IMPORT CAR 9,430 15,131 -35.1 121,752 150,585 -19.1
TOYOTA DIV NA
BUILT CARS 49,015 74,141 -31.1 609,344 637,068 -4.4
TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 88,342 122,874 -25.1 1,108,124 1,168,505 -5.2

TOYOTA DIV.
IMPORT LT TRUCK 20,754 35,094 -38.4 250,894 335,204 -25.2
LEXUS IMPORT LT
TRUCK 2,897 4,208 -28.3 36,259 39,191 -7.5
TOYOTA DIV NA
BUILT LT TRUCK 28,549 45,092 -34.0 351,818 403,866 -12.9
LEXUS NA BUILT LT
TRUCK 3,718 5,774 -32.9 46,208 54,879 -15.8
TOTAL TOYOTA LT
TRUCK 55,918 90,168 -35.4 685,179 833,140 -17.8
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SPORT UTILITY
VEHICLES 27,828 42,192 -31.3 336,257 404,005 -16.8
Memo: Lexus
Sport Utility 6,615 9,982 -31.0 82,467 94,070 -12.3

SMALL VANS 9,647 9,865 1.9 94,887 105,912 -10.4
PICKUPS 16,872 33,567 -47.6 232,339 279,995 -17.0
------- ------ ------ ----- ------- ------- -----

* NORTH AMERICAN
BUILT VEHICLES
COROLLA 16,492 29,472 -41.7 226,046 268,658 -15.9
CAMRY 29,119 38,603 -21.4 348,989 313,850 11.2
AVALON 3,404 6,066 -41.5 34,309 54,560 -37.1
SIENNA 9,647 9,865 1.9 94,887 105,912 -10.4
PICKUP 16,872 33,567 -47.6 232,339 279,995 -17.0
SEQUOIA 2,030 1,660 27.4 24,592 17,959 36.9
RX 3,718 5,774 -32.9 46,208 54,879 -15.8
TOTAL 81,282 125,007 -32.3 1,007,370 1,095,813 -8.1
N.A. VEHICLES
% OF TOTAL 56.3% 58.7% 56.2% 54.7%

SELLING DAYS 24 25 230 230
DSR = DAILY
SELLING RATE
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Source: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

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Posted: 10/01/08
10:15 AM

Kia Motors America Announces September Sales

Passenger Cars Up 17.2 Percent Year to Date

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced September sales of 17,383 units with year-to-date sales of 228,088 units. Passenger cars are up 17.2 percent year to date, with Rondo, Kia's value-laden CUV, posting a 3-percent increase over the same month last year and a 38.4-percent increase year to date.

Optima and Rio also posted year-to-date increases of 31.5 and 21.7 percent respectively with 40,778 and 30,329 units sold.

"Considering the current economic climate we are pleased to see consumers recognizing and appreciating our passenger cars for the value, safety and fuel efficiency they bring to the market," said Tom Loveless, vice president of sales, KMA.

Kia Motors America (KMA) is the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corporation based in Seoul, South Korea. KMA offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 640 dealers throughout the United States. For 2007, KMA recorded its 14th consecutive year of record U.S. sales. Kia Motors subscribes to a philosophy of building high value, high quality, safe and dynamic vehicles. Kia Motors prides itself on producing vehicles that are exciting and enabling and evoke the Kia tagline "The Power to Surprise."

Kia Motors America is the "Official Automotive Partner of the NBA." Information about Kia Motors America and its full vehicle line-up is available at its Web site -- http://www.kia.com/. For media information, including photography, visit http://www.kiamedia.com/.

MONTH OF SEPTEMBER YEAR-TO-DATE
Model 2008 2007 2008 2007

Rio 2,071 2,638 30,329 24,930

Spectra 3,878 5,785 58,915 55,546
Optima 1,905 3,004 40,778 31,021
Amanti 163 220 2,806 5,057
Sportage 1,721 4,083 27,853 36,150
Sorento 3,163 3,249 20,636 29,687
Sedona 1,648 2,544 20,858 31,825
Rondo 2,642 2,564 24,680 17,827
Borrego 192 n/a 1,233 n/a

Total 17,383 24,087 228,088 232,043

Source: Kia Motors America (KMA)

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Posted: 10/01/08
10:15 AM

MBUSA Reports September New Car Sales of 18,779

MONTVALE, N.J., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported September sales of 18,779 vehicles, bringing the company's year-to-date volume to 177,298, a 1.6 percent decrease over its year-to-date record set last year.

After its first full year on the market, the new generation C-Class model line set a record for September sales with 6,772 units, an 11.9 percent jump over the 6,052 C-Class units sold last September. C-Class sport and luxury models also set a record year-to-date with a sales increase of 35.8 percent (57,365 vs. 42,236 units). True to form, the C-Class continued to be the sales volume leader for the diverse Mercedes-Benz product portfolio.

On the SUV side, the volume leader was the M-Class which continued to demonstrate gains with a sales increase of 1.1 percent for September sales (2,981 vs. 2,948 units). This brings M-Class sales for the year-to-date to 25,498 units, a 6.4 percent increase over the first three quarters of last year.

Separately, through the Mercedes-Benz Certified Pre-Owned program, MBUSA sold 4,973 vehicles in September, an increase of 13.3 percent over September 2007, bringing the program's year-to-date total to 47,946 units, a 22.1 percent increase over the same period last year.

Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz products in the United States. For over forty years, MBUSA has prided itself on its commitment to the customer by providing superior quality luxury vehicles coupled with outstanding customer support. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found on the Internet at www.mbusa.com.

MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Sales -- September 2008

Model Sept. '08 Sept. '07 Monthly % YTD 2008 YTD 2007 Yearly %
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------- ----- ----- ---- ------ ------ ----
C-CLASS 6,772 6,052 11.9% 57,365 42,236 35.8%
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E-CLASS 2,968 4,993 -40.6% 30,750 34,184 -10.0%
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S-CLASS 1,591 1,964 -19.0% 14,507 19,501 -25.6%
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CL-CLASS 221 277 -20.2% 2,176 2,672 -18.6%
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SL-CLASS 357 384 -7.0% 4,736 4,787 -1.1%
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CLK-CLASS 614 1,247 -50.8% 8,392 11,628 -27.8%
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SLK-CLASS 302 396 -23.7% 4,166 6,067 -31.3%
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CLS-CLASS 300 554 -45.8% 4,793 6,012 -20.3%
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R-CLASS 500 1,018 -50.9% 6,503 9,917 -34.4%
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M-CLASS 2,981 2,948 1.1% 25,498 23,960 6.4%
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GL-CLASS 2,137 2,541 -15.9% 17,760 18,498 -4.0%
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G-CLASS 36 85 -57.6% 652 803 -18.8%
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GRAND TOTAL 18,779 22,459 -16.4% 177,298 180,265 -1.6%
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Source: Mercedes-Benz USA

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Posted: 10/06/08
10:10 AM

Mazda Reports September 2008 Sales

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported September 2008 sales of 16,169 vehicles, down 35.6 percent over last September. Year-to-date, Mazda has sold 215,408 vehicles, down 5.7 percent.

The all-new 2009 MAZDA6, which arrived at dealerships across the country in September, is off to a great start and exceeded sales objectives for the month. The new MAZDA6 features a larger body than the outgoing car, as well as more powerful -- and more fuel efficient -- engine choices.

The right-for-the-market MAZDA5 multi-activity vehicle posted a 26.8 percent increase versus last September, with 1,080 sales. Year-to-date the MAZDA5 is up a remarkable 42.0 percent.

Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) celebrated its best-ever September with sales of 1,780 vehicles, up 29 percent versus last year. On a year-to-date basis, MMdM reported 13,305 total sales, accounting for a 33 percent increase versus last year. Mazda Canada Inc. (MCI) reported September sales of 6,762 units, down a slight 4.2 percent.

Headquartered in Irvine, Calif., Mazda North American Operations oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico through nearly 900 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada, Inc., located in Ontario; in Mexico by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and in Puerto Rico by Mazda de Puerto Rico in San Juan.

Mazda North American Operations - September 2008

Month-To-Date Year-To-Date
September September % % MTD September September % % YTD
2008 2007 Change DSR 2008 2007 Change DSR

Mazda3 6,029 10,629 (43.3)% (62.7)% 90,256 95,336 (5.3)% (5.6)%
Mazda5 1,080 852 26.8% 27.2% 15,717 11,065 42.0% 29.6%
Mazda6 3,694 3,842 (3.9)% 4.0% 42,237 44,028 (4.1)% (4.2)%
MX-5
Miata 608 1,000 (39.2)% (51.8)% 9,991 2,716 (21.4)% (27.3)%
RX-8 274 403 (32.0)% (35.8)% 2,865 4,820 (40.6)% (68.2)%
CX-7 1,811 3,610 (49.8)% (84.0)% 23,058 32,005 (28.0)% (38.8)%
CX-9 2,108 2,766 (23.8)% (21.1)% 20,469 16,486 24.2% 19.5%
Tribute 477 1,821 (73.8)% (252.4)% 9,727 9,584 1.5% 1.5%
B-Series
Truck 88 172 (48.8)% (80.4)% 1,088 2,235 (51.3)% (105.4)%
MPV - 3 (100.0)% N/A - 125 (100.0)% N/A

Total Vehicles

CARS 11,685 16,726 (30.1)% (32.1)% 161,066 167,965 (4.1)% (4.3)%
TRUCKS 4,484 8,372 (46.4)% (72.3)% 54,342 60,435 (10.1)% (11.2)%

TOTAL 16,169 25,098 (35.6)% (43.3)% 215,408 228,400 (5.7)% (6.0)%

MEMO:

IMPORT
CAR 7,991 12,884 (38.0)% 118,829 123,937 (4.1)%
IMPORT
TRUCK 3,919 6,379 (38.6)% 43,527 48,616 (10.5)%

IMPORT
TOTAL 11,910 19,263 (38.2)% 162,356 172,553 (5.9)%

DOMESTIC
CAR 3,694 3,842 (3.9)% 42,237 44,028 (4.1)%
DOMESTIC
TRUCK 565 1,993 (71.7)% 10,815 11,819 (8.5)%
DOMESTIC
TOTALS 4,259 5,835 (27.0)% 53,052 55,847 (5.0)%
Selling
Days 24 26 233 233

Note: MPV is a discontinued vehicle.

Source: Mazda North American Operations

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Posted: 10/06/08
10:11 AM

American Honda Reports September Sales

TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- American Honda Motor *** Inc., posted September vehicle sales of 96,626, a decline of 20.9 percent compared to September 2007 results. American Honda year-to-date sales of 1,180,583 represent a 1.1 percent decrease.

"This September was an incredibly volatile month for Wall Street," said Dick Colliver, executive vice president of sales for American Honda. "Obviously, no one is immune to market shifts as dramatic as we have been seeing."

Honda Division posted September sales of 86,629, a decline of 20.0 percent versus September 2007. Honda total car sales decreased by 18.5 percent to 50,611. Honda light truck sales decreased 22.0 percent to 36,018. The Fit achieved a September record of 6,515, up 48.7 percent in its first full month available as a completely redesigned 2009 model.

The Acura Division posted sales of 9,997, a decrease of 27.5 percent compared to September 2007.

* The daily selling rate is calculated with 24 days for September 2008
and 25 days for September 2007. The year-to-date daily selling rate is
calculated with 230 days for 2008 and 230 days for 2007. All
percentages represent the daily selling rate.

For more information or downloadable high-resolution images of Honda and Acura vehicles, please visit http://www.hondanews.com/. Consumer information is available at http://www.honda.com/.

American Honda Vehicle Sales For September 2008

Month-to-Date
September September DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.

American Honda Total 96,626 127,200 -20.9%
Total Car Sales 56,031 71,967 -18.9%
Total Truck Sales 40,595 55,233 -23.4%
Honda Total Car Sales 50,611 64,711 -18.5%
Honda Total Truck Sales 36,018 48,120 -22.0%
Acura Total Car Sales 5,420 7,256 -22.2%
Acura Total Truck Sales 4,577 7,113 -33.0%
Domestic Car Sales * 42,766 58,015 -23.2%
Honda Division 39,749 53,691 -22.9%
Acura Division 3,017 4,324 -27.3%
Domestic Truck Sales * 33,716 40,514 -13.3%
Honda Division 29,139 33,401 -9.1%
Acura Division 4,577 7,113 -33.0%
Import Car Sales 13,265 13,952 -1.0%
Honda Division 10,862 11,020 2.7%
Acura Division 2,403 2,932 -14.6%
Import Truck Sales 6,879 14,719 -51.3%
Honda Division 6,879 14,719 -51.3%

MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total 86,629 112,831 -20.0%
Fit 6,515 4,565 48.7%
Accord * 22,371 35,031 -33.5%
Memo: Accord Hybrid 0 229
Civic * 21,577 24,752 -9.2%
Memo: Civic Hybrid 2,020 2,092 0.6%
S2000 148 363 -57.5%
Insight 0 0
FCX 0 0
FCX Clarity 0
Odyssey * 10,783 16,464 -31.8%
Pilot * 5,192 6,191 -12.6%
CR-V * 15,928 19,769 -16.1%
Element * 1,739 2,403 -24.6%
Ridgeline 2,376 3,293 -24.8%
Acura Division Total 9,997 14,369 -27.5%
RSX 0 1
TL * 3,017 4,324 -27.3%
TSX 2,144 2,574 -13.2%
RL 259 357 -24.4%
MDX * 3,669 5,162 -26.0%
RDX * 908 1,951 -51.5%
Selling Days 24 25

Year-to-Date
September September DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.

American Honda Total 1,180,583 1,193,520 -1.1%
Total Car Sales 730,160 677,779 7.7%
Total Truck Sales 450,423 515,741 -12.7%
Honda Total Car Sales 664,596 601,484 10.5%
Honda Total Truck Sales 400,159 455,310 -12.1%
Acura Total Car Sales 65,564 76,295 -14.1%
Acura Total Truck Sales 50,264 60,431 -16.8%
Domestic Car Sales * 545,218 552,810 -1.4%
Honda Division 509,559 507,738 0.4%
Acura Division 35,659 45,072 -20.9%
Domestic Truck Sales * 356,856 367,040 -2.8%
Honda Division 306,592 306,609 0.0%
Acura Division 50,264 60,431 -16.8%
Import Car Sales 184,942 124,969 48.0%
Honda Division 155,037 93,746 65.4%
Acura Division 29,905 31,223 -4.2%
Import Truck Sales 93,567 148,701 -37.1%
Honda Division 93,567 148,701 -37.1%

MODEL BREAKOUTS BY DIVISION
Honda Division Total 1,064,755 1,056,794 0.8%
Fit 63,368 41,085 54.2%
Accord * 313,228 301,879 3.8%
Memo: Accord Hybrid 196 2,808 -93.0%
Civic * 285,715 254,955 12.1%
Memo: Civic Hybrid 27,597 23,828 15.8%
S2000 2,276 3,552 -35.9%
Insight 0 3
FCX 6 10 -40.0%
FCX Clarity 3
Odyssey * 112,041 130,267 -14.0%
Pilot * 79,430 95,463 -16.8%
CR-V * 158,024 167,223 -5.5%
Element * 22,429 27,965 -19.8%
Ridgeline 28,235 34,392 -17.9%
Acura Division Total 115,828 136,726 -15.3%
RSX 1 295 -99.7%
TL * 35,659 45,072 -20.9%
TSX 26,138 26,007 0.5%
RL 3,766 4,919 -23.4%
MDX * 36,888 42,954 -14.1%
RDX * 13,376 17,477 -23.5%
Selling Days 230 230

* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced parts.
** Daily Selling Rate

Source: American Honda Motor *** Inc.

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Posted: 10/06/08
10:11 AM

Acura Announces September Sales Results

TORRANCE, Calif., Oct. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- In a challenging financial marketplace, Acura September sales totaled 9,997 units, down 27.5 percent versus last year, based on the daily selling rate*. Year-to-date vehicle sales totaled 115,828, down 15.3 percent** versus 2007, Acura announced today.

The MDX luxury SUV is again Acura's best-selling vehicle, with September sales of 3,669 units, while the TL was Acura's top selling luxury performance sedan with sales of 3,017.

TSX recorded sales of 2,144 units and the RL totaled 259. September sales of the turbocharged RDX crossover SUV were 908.

For media information and high-resolution photos of Acura vehicles, please visit http://www.acuranews.com/. For consumer information, please visit http://www.acura.com/.

*The daily selling rate is calculated with 24 selling days for September 2008 and 25 selling days for September 2007.

**Year-to-date sales based on 230 days for both 2008 and 2007.

American Honda Vehicle Sales For September 2008

Month-to-Date
September September DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.

Acura Division Total 9,997 14,369 -27.5%
RSX 0 1
TL * 3,017 4,324 -27.3%
TSX 2,144 2,574 -13.2%
RL 259 357 -24.4%
MDX * 3,669 5,162 -26.0%
RDX * 908 1,951 -51.5%
Selling Days 24 25

Year-to-Date
September September DSR**
2008 2007 % Chg.

Acura Division Total 115,828 136,726 -15.3%
RSX 1 295 -99.7%
TL * 35,659 45,072 -20.9%
TSX 26,138 26,007 0.5%
RL 3,766 4,919 -23.4%
MDX * 36,888 42,954 -14.1%
RDX * 13,376 17,477 -23.5%
Selling Days 230 230

* Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic and global sourced parts.
** Daily Selling Rate

Source: American Honda Motor Co.

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Posted: 10/06/08
10:12 AM