Ford Motor Co. trucks propelled its October sales to 172,756 vehicles, a 15.2% year-over-year increase. The F-Series pickup led the company with 67,483 units sold, a 26.1% YoY increase.

Strong truck sales overshadowed the company’s steep drop in new car purchases. The automaker sold 2,688 cars in October, representing a 37% decline from a year ago. 

Sales of electric vehicles also slipped for the month. Ford’s EV line up recorded 6,264 sales, an 8.3% drop from last year. However, hybrids marked a 38.5% YoY gain with 18,224 vehicles sold.  

American Honda Motor Co. sold 110,346 vehicles in October, a 2.1% year-over-year increase.

The automaker said it surpassed 1 million sales in October, which was a month sooner than it reached that total a year ago. Electrified vehicle sales of more than 30,000 units were led by its CR-V and Accord hybrids.

Sales of light trucks also are up for the year with 71,355 vehicles sold in October. 

Hyundai Motor America reported October sales of 71,802 vehicles, an 18% year-over-year increase. The company said its retail sales for the month set records, climbing 15%. 

“Hyundai has set a total sales record in the month of October for the third consecutive year,” said Randy Parker, CEO of Hyundai Motor America. “The Santa Fe HEV, Tucson HEV, and IONIQ 5 led the way, showcasing strong demand for our electrified vehicles that offer cutting-edge technology and exceptional design.”

Kia America sold 68,908 vehicles in October, a 16% year-over-year increase and best ever for the month, the company said. Purchases of electrified vehicles and SUVs led the charge, up 30% and 19% respectively. 

The automaker said YoY sales of its all electric vehicles increased 70%, while plug-in hybrids sales rose 65% and hybrid vehicle purchases grew by 49%. SUV sales accounted for 73% of the company’s monthly sales, another record high.

"A number of Kia's electrified models and SUVs realized double-digit sales increases, propelling Kia to our best October sales performance in company history," said Eric Watson, vice president of sales operations at Kia America.

Mazda North America Operations recorded sales of 37,307 vehicles in October, a 59% year-over-year increase and the company’s best-ever sales for the month of October. The company credited the boost to having 27 selling days for the month versus 25 last October. 

October marked six consecutive months of sales gains for the company. Year-to-date, the automaker’s sales are up 18.5%, with 350,759 vehicles sold. 

Mazda also reported its best-ever monthly sales of its CX-70 SUV, with 2,517 vehicles sold.

Volvo Cars USA sold 9,360 vehicles in October, a 17% year-over-year drop.

Despite the fall off, the company was encouraged by a 17.5% gain in electrified vehicle sales when compared to a year ago. EV sales accounted for 38.2% of the automaker’s monthly sales.

Volvo’s compact XC60 luxury SUV was its top-seller with 3,156 sold, followed by the midsize luxury XC90 SUV (2,948 units) and the XC40 small luxury crossover (2,144 units). 

Subaru of America reported sales of 54,552 vehicles in October, a 1.5% year-over-year increase. The company’s year-to-date sales total is 548,164, a 5.2% increase when compared to the same time last year. 

Jeff Walters, president and COO, Subaru of America, said October marked 27 consecutive months of sales increases. 

The automaker’s Crosstrek was its best-selling model, logging its best sales month ever with 15,928 vehicles sold, a 15.7% increase from October 2023. 

Subaru of America squeaked out another consecutive month of sales growth in September. 

The automaker reported sales of 56,414 vehicles, — a 0.1% increase compared to the same period in 2023 — keeping its streak of yearly month-over-month growth. Subaru’s year-to-date sales are up 5.6% to 493,612 units.

The company’s top-selling model was the Crosstrek, which saw September sales soar nearly 25% YoY to 16,633 vehicles.

Volvo Cars USA sold 8,518 vehicles in September, a 22% decline year over year.

There’s at least one bright spot, however: sales of Volvo’s electrified models increased nearly 12% over the same period in 2023, and accounted for about 40% of the automaker’s total sales.

The XC60, a compact luxury SUV, was the top selling model with 2,807 units sold in September, followed by the XC90 midsize luxury SUV (2,633 units) and the XC40 small luxury crossover SUV (1,715 units).

Mazda North American Operations reported sales of 29,841 vehicles last month, its second-best September on record.

Sales were up 6.5% year over year, despite just 23 selling days compared to 26 in 2023. Year to date, Mazda’s sales are up 15% , with 313,452 vehicles sold.

Mazda also reported the best-ever monthly sales of its CX-70 SUV, with 1,560 vehicles sold.

Kia America sales totaled 58,913 units in September, down more than 12% year over year. 

But the automaker touted “significant gains and record-setting sales performance” of its electric and hybrid models during the month. Sales of EVs and hybrids were up 43% and 11% respectively.

Notably, Kia will soon offer North American Charging Standard adapters for its EV6 and EV9 vehicles, allowing customers to charge at Tesla Superchargers. Buyers of 2024 or 2025 Kia EV9 or 2024 Kia EV6 after Sept. 4, will receive the adapter for free.

Hyundai Motor America reported September sales of 62,491 vehicles, a 9% decrease compared to the same period last year. However, the automaker said it had a record Q3, with retail sales up 5% YoY.

Randy Parker, CEO of Hyundai Motor America, said the calendar affected September’s YoY comparison, noting fewer selling days and Labor Day falling within the August sales month.

“But despite that, we still achieved a 36% increase in hybrid sales on the month as consumer demand remains high for hybrids,” he said in a press release. “Our mission is to close the year strong and set another all-time annual sales record for the brand."

American Honda Motor Co. sold 105,527 vehicles in September, an 11.5% year-over-year increase. The results mark a bit of a streak for the automaker, which has posted a series of strong sales months after a challenging May, with year-to-date sales up nearly 9% compared to 2023.

“Despite some supply issues due to the preparation for EV manufacturing and supply challenges related to the catastrophic Hurricane Helene in the Southeast, we continue to gain sales momentum based on a flexible strategy of offering fuel efficient petrol, hybrid-electric and battery-electric models to meet the needs of our customers,” said Lance Woelfer, vice president of Auto Sales at American Honda, in a press release.

Subaru of America reported total August sales of 63,053 vehicles — nearly a fourth of which were Crosstreks — for a 12% year-over-year increase.

The Crosstrek achieved its best sales month with 20,396 vehicles sold, a 47% jump compared to August 2023. The model’s previous record was set in September 2022 with 16,092 units sold.

"This summer season continued to see success with our strong lineup connecting with all types of customers looking for safe and reliable vehicles,” said Troy Poston, SVP of sales at Subaru of America, in a press release. “Crosstrek, in particular, achieved its best sales month ever, becoming the right match for a steadily growing number of Subaru owners."

While many automakers reported banner August sales, Volvo Car USA and Canada was the sole outlier.

The automaker sold 11,498 cars during the month, down 2.3% compared to August 2023. Sales of electrified models, meanwhile, increased 48% during the period.

Volvo recently adjusted its EV goals, retracting its 2021 goal to be a fully electric car company by 2030. It now expects 90% to 100% of its sales by 2030 to consist of electrified cars, including BEVs and hybrids.

Mazda North American Operations sold 41,259 vehicles in August, an increase of nearly 37% compared to August 2023. The automaker’s year-to-date sales are up 16% over last year. 

Three models had their best-ever sales month: CX-50 (8,668 units); CX-90 (6,024) and CX-70 with (1,352). Sales of the CX-5, however, were down 9% in August and 11% year-to-date.

Kia America’s retail sales were “higher than any other month in company history” in August, according to a Sept. 4 press release.

Sales totaled 75,217 vehicles during the month, a 4% year-over-year increase. Electric vehicle sales were up 27% in August, while plug-in hybrid sales rose 43%.

Eric Watson, VP of sales operations at Kia America, said the record month was due to effectively managing inventory shortages and heightened marketing and sales activities. 

“Our outlook for the remainder of the year is optimistic with increased availability on the refreshed K5 and the introduction of both Carnival hybrid and the all-new K4 sedan,” he said.

Hyundai Motor America sold 79,278 vehicles in August, a quarter of which were electrified models. The automaker’s total sales increased 22% year over year, while sales of hybrid models jumped 69%.

"This was a record-setting August for Hyundai in total and retail sales," said Randy Parker, CEO of Hyundai Motor America, in a press release. "Our entire line-up performed very well but our retail hybrid product mix led the pack with a year-over-year increase of 81%. Kudos to our retail partners who were moving inventory at record pace this month."

The Ioniq 5, Santa Fe HEV, Tucson, Tucson PHEV, Tucson HEV and Palisade models all set total sales records in August.

American Honda sales surged 25% in August year over year, adding to its growing market share in the U.S.

The automaker sold 139,950 vehicles during the month, thanks to strong passenger car sales and record sales of light trucks and electrified models, according to a Sept. 4 press release. It sold 35,886 electrified vehicles in August, led by the hybrid versions of the CR-V and Accord, as well as the newly launched Civic hybrid and Prologue EV.

Honda sales are up 11% in 2024, slightly behind the year-to-date sales growth of Mazda (16%).

After a tepid July, Ford Motor Co.’s U.S. sales rebounded in August. The automaker sold 182,985 vehicles during the month, a 13% year-over-year increase. 

The internal combustion segment — which slipped 5% in July — grew by 10% in August to 157,647 units. Sales of electric and hybrid vehicles were up 29% and 50% year over year, respectively, for a total of 25,338 electrified units.

Subaru of America reported 51,702 vehicle sales for July, maintaining its streak of sales increases with a 2.6% year-over-year growth.

The company’s top-selling model was the Crosstrek with 15,318 vehicles sold in July, an estimated 36% year-over-year increase.

"Another month of strong Crosstrek and Outback sales represents positive momentum as Subaru remains positioned for growth,” said Troy Poston, SVP of sales at Subaru of America, in a press release. “Likewise, Forester's sustained recognition for outstanding safety continues to drive new and returning customers to the Subaru brand and our retailers."

Volvo sold 9,597 vehicles in the U.S. last month, an 11% decrease compared to July 2023 for flat year-to-date sales.

Sales of fully electric vehicles were down 59% year over year. The automaker highlighted one positive however, sales of its plug-in hybrid models jumped 73% from a year ago.

Mazda North American Operations sold nearly 40,000 vehicles in July, an estimated 30% year-over-year increase. The automaker’s year-to-date sales are up 13%.

The banner month for Mazda included the best-ever sales of both the CX-50 and CX-90 SUVs. The automaker sold 8,047 CX-50 models and 5,330 CX-90 models, whereas the CX-30 also had its best-ever July sales of 8,679 units.

Kia America sold 63,580 vehicles last month, down more than 10% from the 70,930 units sold in July 2023. 

However, the automaker touted its year-over-year electric vehicle volume growth, with electrified models accounting for 18% of its overall sales. 

"Kia anticipated the shifting market trends and we proactively responded by improving our range of sustainable electrified models including hybrid, plug-in hybrid and all-electric models," said Eric Watson, vice president of sales operations at Kia America, in a press release.

Hyundai Motor America reported total July sales of 69,202 units, a 4% year-over-year increase.

The automaker’s hybrid sales were up 67% during the month, led by total sales records for the Elantra HEV (+13%), Santa Fe HEV (+75%) and Tucson HEV (+109%).

"Despite a challenging start to July as the CDK disruption began to resolve, Hyundai achieved a solid 4% increase in total sales, fueled by our HEV and EV lineup," said Randy Parker, CEO, Hyundai Motor America, in a press release. "Our overall total sales results in July reflect the sustained consumer demand for diversified product portfolio."

American Honda sold 120,737 vehicles last month, up 8% from a year ago. Sales represented a balanced mix of cars, light trucks and electrified models, the automaker said in a press release. 

Car sales were down for both the Honda and Acura brands, while truck sales, which includes SUVs, surged 16% overall. 

Honda’s top-selling model was the Honda CR-V, with more than 34,000 units sold in July. The hybrid version of the CR-V represented about 50% of those sales. Sales of the CR-V have now exceeded 30,000 units for six consecutive months.

Ford Motor Co. sales were down slightly in July as its internal combustion segment slipped 5% year over year. 

ICE vehicles, however, still represent a large portion of the automaker’s overall sales, with 148,156 units sold last month. Ford sold 155,912 ICE vehicles in July 2023.

Ford’s electric and hybrid vehicles sales — representing about 25,000 units combined — charted year-over-year increases of 31% and 47%, respectively.

Subaru of America sold 55,228 vehicles in June, just 60 more vehicles than it sold during the same period last year.

The Outback was the top seller in June with 16,853 units sold, followed by Crosstrek, which had its best June ever with sales of 15,132 vehicles, a 9.6% jump over June 2023.

In a press release, Jeff Walters, president and COO of Subaru of America, said retailers went “above and beyond” to navigate “unexpected challenges” without directly mentioning the CDK cyberattack.

Volvo Car USA’s June sales decreased 28% year over year, totalling 9,304 vehicles.

The automaker reported sales of electrified models represented a 35.6% share, a decrease of more than 12% over the same period last year. But sales of plug-in hybrid models increased 75% compared to the same period last year.

Mazda North American Operations was an outlier among its industry peers last month with June sales soaring nearly 20%.

The automaker reported total sales of 35,696 vehicles last month, including the best-ever sales month for the CX-50 with 7,798 units sold.

Mazda’s CX-30 and CX-90 models also had record June sales.

Kia America touted its electric vehicle sales performance — which rose to a record high of more than 5,000 EVs during the first half of the year — but its overall June sales dipped by nearly 6.5% year over year.

The automaker sold 65,929 total vehicles last month, compared to 70,495 in June 2023. Sales of most Kia models were down, aside from the EV9, EV6, Forte and Niro models.

Kia is counting on hybrids for second-half sales increases. 

"With the first-ever hybrid Carnival MPV arriving soon and a growing supply of the updated K5 sedan, Kia continues to provide customers with award-winning choices, and we anticipate consumer demand and Kia showroom traffic to further increase during the second half of the year,” said Eric Watson, vice president of sales operations at Kia America, in a press release.

Hyundai Motor America sales were sluggish last month with 67,631 units sold. That’s a 2.5% decrease compared to June 2023.

However, the automaker set sales records in June for the Elantra HEV, Elantra N, Ioniq 5, Santa Fe HEV, Tucson HEV and Palisade models.

In a press release, Randy Parker, CEO of Hyundai Motor America, said second quarter sales were driven by the demand for the Ioniq 5 along with the Tucson and Santa Fe HEVs. Hyundai’s total hybrid sales were up 39% in June.

American Honda’s June sales were up 1.1% year over year in spite of the CDK cyberattack that plagued dealerships for days.

"We are pleased to see our sales momentum continue through the second quarter, with strong demand for both Honda and Acura models despite the software cyberattack impacting auto dealers nationwide," said Lance Woelfer, vice president of Auto Sales at American Honda Motor Co., in a press release.

The automaker sold 112,742 vehicles last month, including more than 100,000 Honda brand models. 

The CR-V remains the top-selling model, averaging over 32,700 per month in 2024. In June, 52% of the CR-Vs sold were hybrid electric.

"As we begin to ramp up sales of our all-electric Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX, the flexible strategy of offering fuel efficient petrol, hybrid-electric and EV models is helping us meet the needs of our customers,” said Woelfer.

Ford Motor Co.'s U.S. sales rebounded in May as its electric and hybrid offerings continue to hold strong.

The automaker reported 190,014 total sales last month, up 11% from 170,933 in  May 2023. EV and hybrid sales were up nearly 65%, respectively: EV sales were 8,966 units, growing from 5,444 units last May; and hybrid sales were 17,631 units in May, an increase from 10,715 during the same period last year.

Sales of the Ford Mustang Mach-e increased about 46% year over year, and the F-150 Lightning jumped 91% from May 2023 to May 2024.

Hyundai Motor America’s May sales topped 78,485 units, a 12% increase compared to 70,001 units in May 2023. 

The automaker’s U.S. sales were bolstered by a record month for its Ioniq 5 (+82%), Ioniq 6 (+13%), Tucson HEV (+54%), Santa Fe HEV (+116%), Palisade (+45%) and Santa Cruz (+2%) models. Electric vehicle sales were up 42% in May.

"We continue seeing great success in our eco-friendly line-up with an overall 50% increase YOY," said Randy Parker, CEO, Hyundai Motor America, in a press release. "Both EVs and Hybrids continue to gain popularity with Hyundai's newest HEV, the 2024 Santa Fe gaining 116% YOY and our award-winning IONIQ 5 family increasing 82%.”

Subaru of America reported sales of 58,356 vehicles in May, its 22nd consecutive month of yearly month-over-month sales growth. The 7% year-over-year sales increase included the best-ever sales month for the automaker’s electric Solterra model. 

The Outback was the top seller with 16,506 vehicles sold in May, followed by the Forester with 15,345 vehicles sold in the month.

Kia America said best-ever sales of its EV9 and Sportage models enabled it to deliver more electric vehicles and SUVs in the U.S. in May than any previous month in company history.

The automaker sold 2,187 EV9 SUVs in May, up 39% month over month, and 7,197 EVs overall, 127% year-over-year increase. In total, Kia America’s May sales were 75,156 units, a marginal increase over 71,497 units in May 2023.

“Kia offers a balanced mix of electric, hybrid and ICE models that are meeting customer demands, and we expect to see increased showroom traffic and transactions through dealers,” said Eric Watson, vice president of sales operations at Kia America, in a press release.

American Honda sales totaled 127,129 units in May, boosting its Honda and Acura brands in line with the automaker’s 10% to 15% projected growth for the year. 

But American Honda’s electrified sales — which includes electric, hybrid and fuel cell vehicles — were down 19% year over year, with 26,912 units sold compared to 32,087 last May.

Electrified sales were led by the CR-V hybrid, Accord hybrid and Prologue models. Acura’s all-electric ZDX A-Spec SUVs began arriving at dealerships in May, with a sportier S variant due in June.

Despite 29% month-over-month growth in U.S. electrified model sales, Volvo Cars reported total sales in the country fell 5% to 10,153 in May, down from 10,723 units in May 2023.

Sales of fully electric models were down to just 297 vehicles compared to 1,342 in 2023, but plug-in hybrid sales surged by more than 2,000 units year-over-year.

Mazda North American Operations sold 35,562 vehicles in May, up nearly 7% compared to May 2023. Year-to-date sales totaled 166,790 vehicles, an increase of just over 8% compared to the same period last year.

May also marked the best-ever sales month for its CX-30 model. Although sales of both the CX-30 and CX-50 had double-digit growth in May, sales of the CX-5 decreased by more than 10%.