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Look-a-like: VW T-Roc and…
The fresh VW T-Roc has brought a breath of fresh air to VW’s design, and unlike the most latest batch of Audis, or the fresh VW Arteon, it has done so without relying on an exaggerated grille. That said, while it all comes together very nicely, there are parts of the T-Roc’s design that instantaneously reminded me of cars that have come before it.
VW releases fresh T-Roc – will it be a success? [w/ poll]
After many, many spyshots, followed by what seems like even more teasers, VW has eventually pulled the wraps off the fresh T-Roc.
Look-a-like: BMW Z4 Concept and… [w/ poll]
The fresh BMW Z4 Concept is a good, maybe even great-looking car: it has superb proportions, some truly nice and aggressive detailing, and is finished in a very eye-catching combination of sunset orange and brushed aluminum. But is it a great-looking BMW? Cover the grille, or simply merge the two kidneys into one single item, and many would fight to ascribe the car to a particular brand – the Z4 blends a lot of cues, many seemingly from other carmakers, making the finished product seem a bit too un-BMW-like for my taste. And while the outside influences could be ascribed to many different sources, there is one concept in particular that the Z4 reminds me of…
China car sales analysis July 2017
After two months of slumping sales in April and May, the Chinese car market recovers with two months of increases in June and July. July sales are up Five,4% on two thousand sixteen and a whopping 30,8% on July 2015, which was especially depressed when the Chinese stock market crashed, before the Beijing government stepped in with their tax reduction on vehicles with puny engines. A total of 1,65 million fresh passenger cars were sold last month, naturally a fresh record for July sales in China. The year-to-date total now stands at 12,59 million sales, an increase of Trio,4% on the very first seven months of 2016. The Seasonally Adjusted Annualized selling Rate stands at twenty four million in July, the highest figure since January. SUVs and crossovers are once again the main (and only) winners in April with sales up 18% to 689.500 units, while sedans decline for the fourth consecutive month at -0,3% to 824.900 sales and MPV sales proceed to plunge at -11% to 136.500. Fresh Energy vehicle sales improved 55% to 57.000 units, as EV sales gained 70% to 45.000 units and PHEVs rebounded for the 2nd straight month at +16% to 12.000 sales. Year-to-date, EV and PHEV sales in China are up 22% to 251.000 sales, of which 204.000 EVs (up 34%) and 47.000 PHEVs (down 13%). Sales of domestic automakers were up 9,5% and their share is up from 38% to 39,5%, albeit that is the lowest share since last January. Japanese brand cars are up 16,3%, sales of US brand cars are up Trio,9% and of European brand cars are up 0,9%, while sales of South-Korean brand cars are down 46,7%.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Exotic and Sports Car segments
After a thriving very first quarter of 2017, sales of exotic cars in Europe have stabilized with a 2% decrease in the 2nd quarter. Very first half sales are still up, but by “only” 18%, to Three.951 units. We already had a fresh segment leader in Q1 with the all-new Aston Martin DB11, but in Q2 we crown yet another fresh leader, as the Ferrari four hundred eighty eight has topped the charts for the very first time in its career. Ever since it substituted the former segment leader Ferrari four hundred fifty eight Italia, the Bentley Continental GT had topped the charts. Until this year, that is. After a stable Q1, the Continental loses 23% of its volume in Q2, which leads to an 11% loss year-to-date. The next generation will be exposed at the Frankfurt Auto Showcase in a few weeks time and will arrive in Bentley showrooms next year. The DB11 slows down slightly in the 2nd quarter and was even outsold by the Continental GT in Q2 (by just six sales), but is expected to rebound later this year when deliveries of the AMG V8 twin turbo engine pick up steam. The only other model in the segment to sell more than one hundred units per quarter is the Lamborghini Huracan in fourth place with a 12% increase in the very first half.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Passenger Van segment
Sales of large passenger vans in Europe proceed their dual digit growth thanks to ongoing success of existing models and a rejuvenation of a number of players. A 36% growth in Q2 brings the very first half two thousand seventeen figure to 137.832 sales, up 34% on the year before. The three top sellers all grow slower than the segment and lose share but remain superior with a combined 54,9% share (down from 68,3%). The Volkswagen Transporter T6 and its luxury derivative Multivan add just 5% to their sales of last year and lose 7,Two percentage point of market share, but still sell more than 50% more than their closest rival. Even when combining the Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer with its luxury derivative V-Class, Volkswagen maintains a convenient lead. And while VW may lose share, its volume is still growing despite the enlargened competition from the all-new PSA-Toyota vans. The Fiat Ducato reclaims the 2nd spot in Q2 as it is boosted by sales of camper vans in spring and beginning of summer, a segment in which the Ducato is ultra superior.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrical Vehicles and the Plug-In Hybrid segments, let’s look at the final Alternative Power segment: regular hybrids. This segment is the most well-established of the three, with sales in the very first half of two thousand seventeen almost twice as high as sales in the other two segments combined. As a result, the growth in the segment was not as high as for the other two, but 24.9% is nothing to be sneered at, as it was still higher than any non-Alternative Power segment bar the SUV Premium Compact segment.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Plug-in Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrical Vehicles segment, let’s look at plug-in hybrid electrified vehicles, or PHEVs for brief. The segment liked a growth rate of 61.6%, the highest of all segments, tho’ its total sales remain below those of unspoiled Electrical Vehicles, at just over 40,000 in the very first half of the year.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Premium Large SUV segment
After three years and one quarter of thriving growth, the premium large SUV segment in Europe has hit a roadblock. Sales were down 6% in Q2, pulling down the year-to-date growth rate to just 2%, less than the overall market. A total of 150.235 large luxury SUVs were sold in the very first half of 2017. The BMW X5 is on its way for a fourth consecutive year on top of the ranking, ever since the current generation was launched. The Audi Q7 hops from 4th place in the very first quarter to 2nd in the 2nd quarter and also grabs that position in the very first half ranking, outselling the Volvo XC90 (down 30% in Q2) and Range Rover Sport (down 13% in Q2). The XC90 has seen a similar drop in the US, where they blamed it on limited availability due to worldwide request, especially for the T8 plug-in hybrid version, but the same seems to be happening in Europe now. With less than 1.000 monthly sales, China can’t be responsible for the limited availability in Europe and the US, so there must be another explanation. We’ll keep you updated as we find out more.… Proceed Reading …
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Electrified Vehicles
Sales of Alternative Power cars in the United States enlargened by a substantial 32.2%, a rate of expansion considerably swifter than that of the 2nd fastest-growing segment, SUV Premium Compact. Comprising of regular hybrid, PHEV (plug-in hybrid electrified vehicles) and EV (electrified vehicle) segments, Alternative Power cars ended the very first half of two thousand seventeen with almost 260,000 cars sold, more than the Subcompact segment, and not far off the Minivan segment. For accounting purposes, keep in mind that we classify many of the Alternative Power cars in other segments too e.g. Toyota Prius liftback figures in the Compact segment, while Ford Fusion PHEV figures in the Mid-sized segment. At least part of the reason for this growth is that EVs and PHEVs proceed to benefit from Federal and State rebates, which lower their price even before consumers consider the lower cost at the pumps/mains.
Very first, let us look at the EVs segment, which grew by 41.2% in the very first half of 2017, to a total of 45,150 cars.
Automotive Industry analysis, opinions and data
carsalesbase.com
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Look-a-like: VW T-Roc and…
The fresh VW T-Roc has brought a breath of fresh air to VW’s design, and unlike the most latest batch of Audis, or the fresh VW Arteon, it has done so without relying on an exaggerated grille. That said, while it all comes together very nicely, there are parts of the T-Roc’s design that instantly reminded me of cars that have come before it.
VW releases fresh T-Roc – will it be a success? [w/ poll]
After many, many spyshots, followed by what seems like even more teasers, VW has eventually pulled the wraps off the fresh T-Roc.
Look-a-like: BMW Z4 Concept and… [w/ poll]
The fresh BMW Z4 Concept is a good, maybe even great-looking car: it has good proportions, some truly nice and aggressive detailing, and is finished in a very eye-catching combination of sunset orange and brushed aluminum. But is it a great-looking BMW? Cover the grille, or simply merge the two kidneys into one single item, and many would fight to ascribe the car to a particular brand – the Z4 blends a lot of cues, many seemingly from other carmakers, making the finished product seem a bit too un-BMW-like for my taste. And while the outside influences could be ascribed to many different sources, there is one concept in particular that the Z4 reminds me of…
China car sales analysis July 2017
After two months of slumping sales in April and May, the Chinese car market recovers with two months of increases in June and July. July sales are up Five,4% on two thousand sixteen and a whopping 30,8% on July 2015, which was especially depressed when the Chinese stock market crashed, before the Beijing government stepped in with their tax reduction on vehicles with puny engines. A total of 1,65 million fresh passenger cars were sold last month, naturally a fresh record for July sales in China. The year-to-date total now stands at 12,59 million sales, an increase of Trio,4% on the very first seven months of 2016. The Seasonally Adjusted Annualized selling Rate stands at twenty four million in July, the highest figure since January. SUVs and crossovers are once again the main (and only) winners in April with sales up 18% to 689.500 units, while sedans decline for the fourth consecutive month at -0,3% to 824.900 sales and MPV sales proceed to plunge at -11% to 136.500. Fresh Energy vehicle sales improved 55% to 57.000 units, as EV sales gained 70% to 45.000 units and PHEVs rebounded for the 2nd straight month at +16% to 12.000 sales. Year-to-date, EV and PHEV sales in China are up 22% to 251.000 sales, of which 204.000 EVs (up 34%) and 47.000 PHEVs (down 13%). Sales of domestic automakers were up 9,5% and their share is up from 38% to 39,5%, albeit that is the lowest share since last January. Japanese brand cars are up 16,3%, sales of US brand cars are up Three,9% and of European brand cars are up 0,9%, while sales of South-Korean brand cars are down 46,7%.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Exotic and Sports Car segments
After a thriving very first quarter of 2017, sales of exotic cars in Europe have stabilized with a 2% decrease in the 2nd quarter. Very first half sales are still up, but by “only” 18%, to Trio.951 units. We already had a fresh segment leader in Q1 with the all-new Aston Martin DB11, but in Q2 we crown yet another fresh leader, as the Ferrari four hundred eighty eight has topped the charts for the very first time in its career. Ever since it substituted the former segment leader Ferrari four hundred fifty eight Italia, the Bentley Continental GT had topped the charts. Until this year, that is. After a stable Q1, the Continental loses 23% of its volume in Q2, which leads to an 11% loss year-to-date. The next generation will be exposed at the Frankfurt Auto Showcase in a few weeks time and will arrive in Bentley showrooms next year. The DB11 slows down slightly in the 2nd quarter and was even outsold by the Continental GT in Q2 (by just six sales), but is expected to rebound later this year when deliveries of the AMG V8 twin turbo engine pick up steam. The only other model in the segment to sell more than one hundred units per quarter is the Lamborghini Huracan in fourth place with a 12% increase in the very first half.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Passenger Van segment
Sales of large passenger vans in Europe proceed their dual digit growth thanks to ongoing success of existing models and a rejuvenation of a number of players. A 36% growth in Q2 brings the very first half two thousand seventeen figure to 137.832 sales, up 34% on the year before. The three top sellers all grow slower than the segment and lose share but remain superior with a combined 54,9% share (down from 68,3%). The Volkswagen Transporter T6 and its luxury derivative Multivan add just 5% to their sales of last year and lose 7,Two percentage point of market share, but still sell more than 50% more than their closest rival. Even when combining the Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer with its luxury derivative V-Class, Volkswagen maintains a convenient lead. And while VW may lose share, its volume is still growing despite the enhanced competition from the all-new PSA-Toyota vans. The Fiat Ducato reclaims the 2nd spot in Q2 as it is boosted by sales of camper vans in spring and beginning of summer, a segment in which the Ducato is ultra superior.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrified Vehicles and the Plug-In Hybrid segments, let’s look at the final Alternative Power segment: regular hybrids. This segment is the most well-established of the three, with sales in the very first half of two thousand seventeen almost twice as high as sales in the other two segments combined. As a result, the growth in the segment was not as high as for the other two, but 24.9% is nothing to be sneered at, as it was still higher than any non-Alternative Power segment bar the SUV Premium Compact segment.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Plug-in Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrified Vehicles segment, let’s look at plug-in hybrid electrical vehicles, or PHEVs for brief. The segment loved a growth rate of 61.6%, the highest of all segments, however its total sales remain below those of unspoiled Electrified Vehicles, at just over 40,000 in the very first half of the year.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Premium Large SUV segment
After three years and one quarter of thriving growth, the premium large SUV segment in Europe has hit a roadblock. Sales were down 6% in Q2, pulling down the year-to-date growth rate to just 2%, less than the overall market. A total of 150.235 large luxury SUVs were sold in the very first half of 2017. The BMW X5 is on its way for a fourth consecutive year on top of the ranking, ever since the current generation was launched. The Audi Q7 leaps from 4th place in the very first quarter to 2nd in the 2nd quarter and also grabs that position in the very first half ranking, outselling the Volvo XC90 (down 30% in Q2) and Range Rover Sport (down 13% in Q2). The XC90 has seen a similar drop in the US, where they blamed it on limited availability due to worldwide request, especially for the T8 plug-in hybrid version, but the same seems to be happening in Europe now. With less than 1.000 monthly sales, China can’t be responsible for the limited availability in Europe and the US, so there must be another explanation. We’ll keep you updated as we find out more.… Proceed Reading …
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Electrical Vehicles
Sales of Alternative Power cars in the United States enlargened by a substantial 32.2%, a rate of expansion considerably swifter than that of the 2nd fastest-growing segment, SUV Premium Compact. Comprising of regular hybrid, PHEV (plug-in hybrid electrified vehicles) and EV (electrified vehicle) segments, Alternative Power cars ended the very first half of two thousand seventeen with almost 260,000 cars sold, more than the Subcompact segment, and not far off the Minivan segment. For accounting purposes, keep in mind that we classify many of the Alternative Power cars in other segments too e.g. Toyota Prius liftback figures in the Compact segment, while Ford Fusion PHEV figures in the Mid-sized segment. At least part of the reason for this growth is that EVs and PHEVs proceed to benefit from Federal and State rebates, which lower their price even before consumers consider the lower cost at the pumps/mains.
Very first, let us look at the EVs segment, which grew by 41.2% in the very first half of 2017, to a total of 45,150 cars.
Automotive Industry analysis, opinions and data
carsalesbase.com
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Look-a-like: VW T-Roc and…
The fresh VW T-Roc has brought a breath of fresh air to VW’s design, and unlike the most latest batch of Audis, or the fresh VW Arteon, it has done so without relying on an exaggerated grille. That said, while it all comes together very nicely, there are parts of the T-Roc’s design that instantaneously reminded me of cars that have come before it.
VW releases fresh T-Roc – will it be a success? [w/ poll]
After many, many spyshots, followed by what seems like even more teasers, VW has ultimately pulled the wraps off the fresh T-Roc.
Look-a-like: BMW Z4 Concept and… [w/ poll]
The fresh BMW Z4 Concept is a good, maybe even great-looking car: it has superb proportions, some truly nice and aggressive detailing, and is finished in a very eye-catching combination of sunset orange and brushed aluminum. But is it a great-looking BMW? Cover the grille, or simply merge the two kidneys into one single item, and many would fight to ascribe the car to a particular brand – the Z4 blends a lot of cues, many seemingly from other carmakers, making the finished product seem a bit too un-BMW-like for my taste. And while the outside influences could be ascribed to many different sources, there is one concept in particular that the Z4 reminds me of…
China car sales analysis July 2017
After two months of slumping sales in April and May, the Chinese car market recovers with two months of increases in June and July. July sales are up Five,4% on two thousand sixteen and a whopping 30,8% on July 2015, which was especially depressed when the Chinese stock market crashed, before the Beijing government stepped in with their tax reduction on vehicles with puny engines. A total of 1,65 million fresh passenger cars were sold last month, naturally a fresh record for July sales in China. The year-to-date total now stands at 12,59 million sales, an increase of Trio,4% on the very first seven months of 2016. The Seasonally Adjusted Annualized selling Rate stands at twenty four million in July, the highest figure since January. SUVs and crossovers are once again the main (and only) winners in April with sales up 18% to 689.500 units, while sedans decline for the fourth consecutive month at -0,3% to 824.900 sales and MPV sales proceed to plunge at -11% to 136.500. Fresh Energy vehicle sales improved 55% to 57.000 units, as EV sales gained 70% to 45.000 units and PHEVs rebounded for the 2nd straight month at +16% to 12.000 sales. Year-to-date, EV and PHEV sales in China are up 22% to 251.000 sales, of which 204.000 EVs (up 34%) and 47.000 PHEVs (down 13%). Sales of domestic automakers were up 9,5% and their share is up from 38% to 39,5%, albeit that is the lowest share since last January. Japanese brand cars are up 16,3%, sales of US brand cars are up Trio,9% and of European brand cars are up 0,9%, while sales of South-Korean brand cars are down 46,7%.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Exotic and Sports Car segments
After a thriving very first quarter of 2017, sales of exotic cars in Europe have stabilized with a 2% decrease in the 2nd quarter. Very first half sales are still up, but by “only” 18%, to Three.951 units. We already had a fresh segment leader in Q1 with the all-new Aston Martin DB11, but in Q2 we crown yet another fresh leader, as the Ferrari four hundred eighty eight has topped the charts for the very first time in its career. Ever since it substituted the former segment leader Ferrari four hundred fifty eight Italia, the Bentley Continental GT had topped the charts. Until this year, that is. After a stable Q1, the Continental loses 23% of its volume in Q2, which leads to an 11% loss year-to-date. The next generation will be exposed at the Frankfurt Auto Display in a few weeks time and will arrive in Bentley showrooms next year. The DB11 slows down slightly in the 2nd quarter and was even outsold by the Continental GT in Q2 (by just six sales), but is expected to rebound later this year when deliveries of the AMG V8 twin turbo engine pick up steam. The only other model in the segment to sell more than one hundred units per quarter is the Lamborghini Huracan in fourth place with a 12% increase in the very first half.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Passenger Van segment
Sales of large passenger vans in Europe proceed their dual digit growth thanks to ongoing success of existing models and a rejuvenation of a number of players. A 36% growth in Q2 brings the very first half two thousand seventeen figure to 137.832 sales, up 34% on the year before. The three top sellers all grow slower than the segment and lose share but remain superior with a combined 54,9% share (down from 68,3%). The Volkswagen Transporter T6 and its luxury derivative Multivan add just 5% to their sales of last year and lose 7,Two percentage point of market share, but still sell more than 50% more than their closest rival. Even when combining the Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer with its luxury derivative V-Class, Volkswagen maintains a comfy lead. And while VW may lose share, its volume is still growing despite the enlargened competition from the all-new PSA-Toyota vans. The Fiat Ducato reclaims the 2nd spot in Q2 as it is boosted by sales of camper vans in spring and beginning of summer, a segment in which the Ducato is ultra superior.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrified Vehicles and the Plug-In Hybrid segments, let’s look at the final Alternative Power segment: regular hybrids. This segment is the most well-established of the three, with sales in the very first half of two thousand seventeen almost twice as high as sales in the other two segments combined. As a result, the growth in the segment was not as high as for the other two, but 24.9% is nothing to be sneered at, as it was still higher than any non-Alternative Power segment bar the SUV Premium Compact segment.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Plug-in Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrical Vehicles segment, let’s look at plug-in hybrid electrified vehicles, or PHEVs for brief. The segment loved a growth rate of 61.6%, the highest of all segments, however its total sales remain below those of unspoiled Electrical Vehicles, at just over 40,000 in the very first half of the year.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Premium Large SUV segment
After three years and one quarter of thriving growth, the premium large SUV segment in Europe has hit a roadblock. Sales were down 6% in Q2, pulling down the year-to-date growth rate to just 2%, less than the overall market. A total of 150.235 large luxury SUVs were sold in the very first half of 2017. The BMW X5 is on its way for a fourth consecutive year on top of the ranking, ever since the current generation was launched. The Audi Q7 hops from 4th place in the very first quarter to 2nd in the 2nd quarter and also grabs that position in the very first half ranking, outselling the Volvo XC90 (down 30% in Q2) and Range Rover Sport (down 13% in Q2). The XC90 has seen a similar drop in the US, where they blamed it on limited availability due to worldwide request, especially for the T8 plug-in hybrid version, but the same seems to be happening in Europe now. With less than 1.000 monthly sales, China can’t be responsible for the limited availability in Europe and the US, so there must be another explanation. We’ll keep you updated as we find out more.… Proceed Reading …
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Electrical Vehicles
Sales of Alternative Power cars in the United States enhanced by a substantial 32.2%, a rate of expansion considerably swifter than that of the 2nd fastest-growing segment, SUV Premium Compact. Comprising of regular hybrid, PHEV (plug-in hybrid electrical vehicles) and EV (electrified vehicle) segments, Alternative Power cars ended the very first half of two thousand seventeen with almost 260,000 cars sold, more than the Subcompact segment, and not far off the Minivan segment. For accounting purposes, keep in mind that we classify many of the Alternative Power cars in other segments too e.g. Toyota Prius liftback figures in the Compact segment, while Ford Fusion PHEV figures in the Mid-sized segment. At least part of the reason for this growth is that EVs and PHEVs proceed to benefit from Federal and State rebates, which lower their price even before consumers consider the lower cost at the pumps/mains.
Very first, let us look at the EVs segment, which grew by 41.2% in the very first half of 2017, to a total of 45,150 cars.
Automotive Industry analysis, opinions and data
carsalesbase.com
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Look-a-like: VW T-Roc and…
The fresh VW T-Roc has brought a breath of fresh air to VW’s design, and unlike the most latest batch of Audis, or the fresh VW Arteon, it has done so without relying on an exaggerated grille. That said, while it all comes together very nicely, there are parts of the T-Roc’s design that instantly reminded me of cars that have come before it.
VW releases fresh T-Roc – will it be a success? [w/ poll]
After many, many spyshots, followed by what seems like even more teasers, VW has ultimately pulled the wraps off the fresh T-Roc.
Look-a-like: BMW Z4 Concept and… [w/ poll]
The fresh BMW Z4 Concept is a good, maybe even great-looking car: it has good proportions, some indeed nice and aggressive detailing, and is finished in a very eye-catching combination of sunset orange and brushed aluminum. But is it a great-looking BMW? Cover the grille, or simply merge the two kidneys into one single item, and many would fight to ascribe the car to a particular brand – the Z4 blends a lot of cues, many seemingly from other carmakers, making the finished product seem a bit too un-BMW-like for my taste. And while the outside influences could be ascribed to many different sources, there is one concept in particular that the Z4 reminds me of…
China car sales analysis July 2017
After two months of slumping sales in April and May, the Chinese car market recovers with two months of increases in June and July. July sales are up Five,4% on two thousand sixteen and a whopping 30,8% on July 2015, which was especially depressed when the Chinese stock market crashed, before the Beijing government stepped in with their tax reduction on vehicles with puny engines. A total of 1,65 million fresh passenger cars were sold last month, naturally a fresh record for July sales in China. The year-to-date total now stands at 12,59 million sales, an increase of Three,4% on the very first seven months of 2016. The Seasonally Adjusted Annualized selling Rate stands at twenty four million in July, the highest figure since January. SUVs and crossovers are once again the main (and only) winners in April with sales up 18% to 689.500 units, while sedans decline for the fourth consecutive month at -0,3% to 824.900 sales and MPV sales proceed to plunge at -11% to 136.500. Fresh Energy vehicle sales improved 55% to 57.000 units, as EV sales gained 70% to 45.000 units and PHEVs rebounded for the 2nd straight month at +16% to 12.000 sales. Year-to-date, EV and PHEV sales in China are up 22% to 251.000 sales, of which 204.000 EVs (up 34%) and 47.000 PHEVs (down 13%). Sales of domestic automakers were up 9,5% and their share is up from 38% to 39,5%, albeit that is the lowest share since last January. Japanese brand cars are up 16,3%, sales of US brand cars are up Three,9% and of European brand cars are up 0,9%, while sales of South-Korean brand cars are down 46,7%.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Exotic and Sports Car segments
After a flourishing very first quarter of 2017, sales of exotic cars in Europe have stabilized with a 2% decrease in the 2nd quarter. Very first half sales are still up, but by “only” 18%, to Trio.951 units. We already had a fresh segment leader in Q1 with the all-new Aston Martin DB11, but in Q2 we crown yet another fresh leader, as the Ferrari four hundred eighty eight has topped the charts for the very first time in its career. Ever since it substituted the former segment leader Ferrari four hundred fifty eight Italia, the Bentley Continental GT had topped the charts. Until this year, that is. After a stable Q1, the Continental loses 23% of its volume in Q2, which leads to an 11% loss year-to-date. The next generation will be exposed at the Frankfurt Auto Demonstrate in a few weeks time and will arrive in Bentley showrooms next year. The DB11 slows down slightly in the 2nd quarter and was even outsold by the Continental GT in Q2 (by just six sales), but is expected to rebound later this year when deliveries of the AMG V8 twin turbo engine pick up steam. The only other model in the segment to sell more than one hundred units per quarter is the Lamborghini Huracan in fourth place with a 12% increase in the very first half.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Passenger Van segment
Sales of large passenger vans in Europe proceed their dual digit growth thanks to ongoing success of existing models and a rejuvenation of a number of players. A 36% growth in Q2 brings the very first half two thousand seventeen figure to 137.832 sales, up 34% on the year before. The three top sellers all grow slower than the segment and lose share but remain superior with a combined 54,9% share (down from 68,3%). The Volkswagen Transporter T6 and its luxury derivative Multivan add just 5% to their sales of last year and lose 7,Two percentage point of market share, but still sell more than 50% more than their closest rival. Even when combining the Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer with its luxury derivative V-Class, Volkswagen maintains a comfy lead. And while VW may lose share, its volume is still growing despite the enhanced competition from the all-new PSA-Toyota vans. The Fiat Ducato reclaims the 2nd spot in Q2 as it is boosted by sales of camper vans in spring and beginning of summer, a segment in which the Ducato is ultra superior.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrical Vehicles and the Plug-In Hybrid segments, let’s look at the final Alternative Power segment: regular hybrids. This segment is the most well-established of the three, with sales in the very first half of two thousand seventeen almost twice as high as sales in the other two segments combined. As a result, the growth in the segment was not as high as for the other two, but 24.9% is nothing to be sneered at, as it was still higher than any non-Alternative Power segment bar the SUV Premium Compact segment.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Plug-in Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrical Vehicles segment, let’s look at plug-in hybrid electrical vehicles, or PHEVs for brief. The segment loved a growth rate of 61.6%, the highest of all segments, however its total sales remain below those of unspoiled Electrical Vehicles, at just over 40,000 in the very first half of the year.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Premium Large SUV segment
After three years and one quarter of flourishing growth, the premium large SUV segment in Europe has hit a roadblock. Sales were down 6% in Q2, pulling down the year-to-date growth rate to just 2%, less than the overall market. A total of 150.235 large luxury SUVs were sold in the very first half of 2017. The BMW X5 is on its way for a fourth consecutive year on top of the ranking, ever since the current generation was launched. The Audi Q7 leaps from 4th place in the very first quarter to 2nd in the 2nd quarter and also grabs that position in the very first half ranking, outselling the Volvo XC90 (down 30% in Q2) and Range Rover Sport (down 13% in Q2). The XC90 has seen a similar drop in the US, where they blamed it on limited availability due to worldwide request, especially for the T8 plug-in hybrid version, but the same seems to be happening in Europe now. With less than 1.000 monthly sales, China can’t be responsible for the limited availability in Europe and the US, so there must be another explanation. We’ll keep you updated as we find out more.… Proceed Reading …
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Electrified Vehicles
Sales of Alternative Power cars in the United States enhanced by a substantial 32.2%, a rate of expansion considerably swifter than that of the 2nd fastest-growing segment, SUV Premium Compact. Comprising of regular hybrid, PHEV (plug-in hybrid electrified vehicles) and EV (electrified vehicle) segments, Alternative Power cars ended the very first half of two thousand seventeen with almost 260,000 cars sold, more than the Subcompact segment, and not far off the Minivan segment. For accounting purposes, keep in mind that we classify many of the Alternative Power cars in other segments too e.g. Toyota Prius liftback figures in the Compact segment, while Ford Fusion PHEV figures in the Mid-sized segment. At least part of the reason for this growth is that EVs and PHEVs proceed to benefit from Federal and State rebates, which lower their price even before consumers consider the lower cost at the pumps/mains.
Very first, let us look at the EVs segment, which grew by 41.2% in the very first half of 2017, to a total of 45,150 cars.
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US sales: August 2017, brands
The decline in the US car market continued with a 1.6% decline in sales, despite August this year having one more sales day than last year. Despite the fact that some of the fall may be attributed to the influence of Hurricane Harvey, which hit the US towards the end of the month, it is clear that the market is not going to pick up anytime soon. The poor spectacle in August caused the SAAR (Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate) figure to drop to 16.13 million vehicles, the lowest figure in over three years.
Look-a-like: VW T-Roc and…
The fresh VW T-Roc has brought a breath of fresh air to VW’s design, and unlike the most latest batch of Audis, or the fresh VW Arteon, it has done so without relying on an exaggerated grille. That said, while it all comes together very nicely, there are parts of the T-Roc’s design that instantly reminded me of cars that have come before it.
VW releases fresh T-Roc – will it be a success? [w/ poll]
After many, many spyshots, followed by what seems like even more teasers, VW has eventually pulled the wraps off the fresh T-Roc.
Look-a-like: BMW Z4 Concept and… [w/ poll]
The fresh BMW Z4 Concept is a good, maybe even great-looking car: it has superb proportions, some indeed nice and aggressive detailing, and is finished in a very eye-catching combination of sunset orange and brushed aluminum. But is it a great-looking BMW? Cover the grille, or simply merge the two kidneys into one single item, and many would fight to ascribe the car to a particular brand – the Z4 blends a lot of cues, many seemingly from other carmakers, making the finished product seem a bit too un-BMW-like for my taste. And while the outside influences could be ascribed to many different sources, there is one concept in particular that the Z4 reminds me of…
China car sales analysis July 2017
After two months of slumping sales in April and May, the Chinese car market recovers with two months of increases in June and July. July sales are up Five,4% on two thousand sixteen and a whopping 30,8% on July 2015, which was especially depressed when the Chinese stock market crashed, before the Beijing government stepped in with their tax reduction on vehicles with petite engines. A total of 1,65 million fresh passenger cars were sold last month, naturally a fresh record for July sales in China. The year-to-date total now stands at 12,59 million sales, an increase of Three,4% on the very first seven months of 2016. The Seasonally Adjusted Annualized selling Rate stands at twenty four million in July, the highest figure since January. SUVs and crossovers are once again the main (and only) winners in April with sales up 18% to 689.500 units, while sedans decline for the fourth consecutive month at -0,3% to 824.900 sales and MPV sales proceed to plunge at -11% to 136.500. Fresh Energy vehicle sales improved 55% to 57.000 units, as EV sales gained 70% to 45.000 units and PHEVs rebounded for the 2nd straight month at +16% to 12.000 sales. Year-to-date, EV and PHEV sales in China are up 22% to 251.000 sales, of which 204.000 EVs (up 34%) and 47.000 PHEVs (down 13%). Sales of domestic automakers were up 9,5% and their share is up from 38% to 39,5%, albeit that is the lowest share since last January. Japanese brand cars are up 16,3%, sales of US brand cars are up Trio,9% and of European brand cars are up 0,9%, while sales of South-Korean brand cars are down 46,7%.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Exotic and Sports Car segments
After a flourishing very first quarter of 2017, sales of exotic cars in Europe have stabilized with a 2% decrease in the 2nd quarter. Very first half sales are still up, but by “only” 18%, to Three.951 units. We already had a fresh segment leader in Q1 with the all-new Aston Martin DB11, but in Q2 we crown yet another fresh leader, as the Ferrari four hundred eighty eight has topped the charts for the very first time in its career. Ever since it substituted the former segment leader Ferrari four hundred fifty eight Italia, the Bentley Continental GT had topped the charts. Until this year, that is. After a stable Q1, the Continental loses 23% of its volume in Q2, which leads to an 11% loss year-to-date. The next generation will be exposed at the Frankfurt Auto Showcase in a few weeks time and will arrive in Bentley showrooms next year. The DB11 slows down slightly in the 2nd quarter and was even outsold by the Continental GT in Q2 (by just six sales), but is expected to rebound later this year when deliveries of the AMG V8 twin turbo engine pick up steam. The only other model in the segment to sell more than one hundred units per quarter is the Lamborghini Huracan in fourth place with a 12% increase in the very first half.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Passenger Van segment
Sales of large passenger vans in Europe proceed their dual digit growth thanks to ongoing success of existing models and a rejuvenation of a number of players. A 36% growth in Q2 brings the very first half two thousand seventeen figure to 137.832 sales, up 34% on the year before. The three top sellers all grow slower than the segment and lose share but remain superior with a combined 54,9% share (down from 68,3%). The Volkswagen Transporter T6 and its luxury derivative Multivan add just 5% to their sales of last year and lose 7,Two percentage point of market share, but still sell more than 50% more than their closest rival. Even when combining the Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer with its luxury derivative V-Class, Volkswagen maintains a comfy lead. And while VW may lose share, its volume is still growing despite the enlargened competition from the all-new PSA-Toyota vans. The Fiat Ducato reclaims the 2nd spot in Q2 as it is boosted by sales of camper vans in spring and beginning of summer, a segment in which the Ducato is ultra superior.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrified Vehicles and the Plug-In Hybrid segments, let’s look at the final Alternative Power segment: regular hybrids. This segment is the most well-established of the three, with sales in the very first half of two thousand seventeen almost twice as high as sales in the other two segments combined. As a result, the growth in the segment was not as high as for the other two, but 24.9% is nothing to be sneered at, as it was still higher than any non-Alternative Power segment bar the SUV Premium Compact segment.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Plug-in Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrified Vehicles segment, let’s look at plug-in hybrid electrical vehicles, or PHEVs for brief. The segment loved a growth rate of 61.6%, the highest of all segments, however its total sales remain below those of unspoiled Electrical Vehicles, at just over 40,000 in the very first half of the year.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Premium Large SUV segment
After three years and one quarter of thriving growth, the premium large SUV segment in Europe has hit a roadblock. Sales were down 6% in Q2, pulling down the year-to-date growth rate to just 2%, less than the overall market. A total of 150.235 large luxury SUVs were sold in the very first half of 2017. The BMW X5 is on its way for a fourth consecutive year on top of the ranking, ever since the current generation was launched. The Audi Q7 leaps from 4th place in the very first quarter to 2nd in the 2nd quarter and also grabs that position in the very first half ranking, outselling the Volvo XC90 (down 30% in Q2) and Range Rover Sport (down 13% in Q2). The XC90 has seen a similar drop in the US, where they blamed it on limited availability due to worldwide request, especially for the T8 plug-in hybrid version, but the same seems to be happening in Europe now. With less than 1.000 monthly sales, China can’t be responsible for the limited availability in Europe and the US, so there must be another explanation. We’ll keep you updated as we find out more.… Proceed Reading …
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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: the pre-Frankfurt report
With the Frankfurt Auto Display almost upon us, Bart and I figured we’d run one of our customary Good, Bad and Ugly features ahead of the actual showcase, just to make sure we’re not swamped with the debuts once the doors open. This is a series all about opinions on a site totally dedicated to facts, just to balance it off a bit. Here we’ll give our views on fresh cars and invite you to give yours, be it in the poll at the bottom or in the comment section below. Fortunately, every opinion is individual so even Bart and I don’t always agree and we hope you don’t either.
Bentley Continental GT
US sales: August 2017, brands
The decline in the US car market continued with a 1.6% decline in sales, despite August this year having one more sales day than last year. Despite the fact that some of the fall may be attributed to the influence of Hurricane Harvey, which hit the US towards the end of the month, it is clear that the market is not going to pick up anytime soon. The poor spectacle in August caused the SAAR (Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate) figure to drop to 16.13 million vehicles, the lowest figure in over three years.
Look-a-like: VW T-Roc and…
The fresh VW T-Roc has brought a breath of fresh air to VW’s design, and unlike the most latest batch of Audis, or the fresh VW Arteon, it has done so without relying on an exaggerated grille. That said, while it all comes together very nicely, there are parts of the T-Roc’s design that instantly reminded me of cars that have come before it.
VW releases fresh T-Roc – will it be a success? [w/ poll]
After many, many spyshots, followed by what seems like even more teasers, VW has eventually pulled the wraps off the fresh T-Roc.
Look-a-like: BMW Z4 Concept and… [w/ poll]
The fresh BMW Z4 Concept is a good, maybe even great-looking car: it has good proportions, some indeed nice and aggressive detailing, and is finished in a very eye-catching combination of sunset orange and brushed aluminum. But is it a great-looking BMW? Cover the grille, or simply merge the two kidneys into one single item, and many would fight to ascribe the car to a particular brand – the Z4 blends a lot of cues, many seemingly from other carmakers, making the finished product seem a bit too un-BMW-like for my taste. And while the outside influences could be ascribed to many different sources, there is one concept in particular that the Z4 reminds me of…
China car sales analysis July 2017
After two months of slumping sales in April and May, the Chinese car market recovers with two months of increases in June and July. July sales are up Five,4% on two thousand sixteen and a whopping 30,8% on July 2015, which was especially depressed when the Chinese stock market crashed, before the Beijing government stepped in with their tax reduction on vehicles with petite engines. A total of 1,65 million fresh passenger cars were sold last month, naturally a fresh record for July sales in China. The year-to-date total now stands at 12,59 million sales, an increase of Trio,4% on the very first seven months of 2016. The Seasonally Adjusted Annualized selling Rate stands at twenty four million in July, the highest figure since January. SUVs and crossovers are once again the main (and only) winners in April with sales up 18% to 689.500 units, while sedans decline for the fourth consecutive month at -0,3% to 824.900 sales and MPV sales proceed to plunge at -11% to 136.500. Fresh Energy vehicle sales improved 55% to 57.000 units, as EV sales gained 70% to 45.000 units and PHEVs rebounded for the 2nd straight month at +16% to 12.000 sales. Year-to-date, EV and PHEV sales in China are up 22% to 251.000 sales, of which 204.000 EVs (up 34%) and 47.000 PHEVs (down 13%). Sales of domestic automakers were up 9,5% and their share is up from 38% to 39,5%, albeit that is the lowest share since last January. Japanese brand cars are up 16,3%, sales of US brand cars are up Three,9% and of European brand cars are up 0,9%, while sales of South-Korean brand cars are down 46,7%.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Exotic and Sports Car segments
After a flourishing very first quarter of 2017, sales of exotic cars in Europe have stabilized with a 2% decrease in the 2nd quarter. Very first half sales are still up, but by “only” 18%, to Trio.951 units. We already had a fresh segment leader in Q1 with the all-new Aston Martin DB11, but in Q2 we crown yet another fresh leader, as the Ferrari four hundred eighty eight has topped the charts for the very first time in its career. Ever since it substituted the former segment leader Ferrari four hundred fifty eight Italia, the Bentley Continental GT had topped the charts. Until this year, that is. After a stable Q1, the Continental loses 23% of its volume in Q2, which leads to an 11% loss year-to-date. The next generation will be exposed at the Frankfurt Auto Demonstrate in a few weeks time and will arrive in Bentley showrooms next year. The DB11 slows down slightly in the 2nd quarter and was even outsold by the Continental GT in Q2 (by just six sales), but is expected to rebound later this year when deliveries of the AMG V8 twin turbo engine pick up steam. The only other model in the segment to sell more than one hundred units per quarter is the Lamborghini Huracan in fourth place with a 12% increase in the very first half.
European sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Passenger Van segment
Sales of large passenger vans in Europe proceed their dual digit growth thanks to ongoing success of existing models and a rejuvenation of a number of players. A 36% growth in Q2 brings the very first half two thousand seventeen figure to 137.832 sales, up 34% on the year before. The three top sellers all grow slower than the segment and lose share but remain superior with a combined 54,9% share (down from 68,3%). The Volkswagen Transporter T6 and its luxury derivative Multivan add just 5% to their sales of last year and lose 7,Two percentage point of market share, but still sell more than 50% more than their closest rival. Even when combining the Mercedes-Benz Vito Tourer with its luxury derivative V-Class, Volkswagen maintains a comfy lead. And while VW may lose share, its volume is still growing despite the enlargened competition from the all-new PSA-Toyota vans. The Fiat Ducato reclaims the 2nd spot in Q2 as it is boosted by sales of camper vans in spring and beginning of summer, a segment in which the Ducato is ultra superior.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrical Vehicles and the Plug-In Hybrid segments, let’s look at the final Alternative Power segment: regular hybrids. This segment is the most well-established of the three, with sales in the very first half of two thousand seventeen almost twice as high as sales in the other two segments combined. As a result, the growth in the segment was not as high as for the other two, but 24.9% is nothing to be sneered at, as it was still higher than any non-Alternative Power segment bar the SUV Premium Compact segment.
US sales two thousand seventeen very first half: Plug-in Hybrids
Having analyzed the Electrical Vehicles segment, let’s look at plug-in hybrid electrical vehicles, or PHEVs for brief. The segment loved a growth rate of 61.6%, the highest of all segments, however its total sales remain below those of unspoiled Electrical Vehicles, at just over 40,000 in the very first half of the year.