USA car sales were down 2% in the 3rd quarter of 2024.
General Motors ranked #1 year-to-date with 1.9 million vehicles sold.
Stellantis declined 20% in quarter 3 as it searched for traction to balance muscle cars, 4x4s, and EV offerings.
Mercedes-Benz gained ground, up 7%, and passed BMW to rank #14 on the list of top automakers in the USA.
Automotive sales have fluctuated in recent years due to global economics, but profits and revenue remain strong, and the US automotive industry is well positioned for prosperity in 2024 if global auto sales and consumer pricing find a better balance.
USA Vehicle Sales by Quarter
LIGHT-DUTY CAR SALES Quarter 1 (Jan - Mar) Quarter 2 (Apr - Jun) Quarter 3 (Jul - Sep) Quarter 4 (Oct - Dec) Sales listed by manufacturer. Reflects quantity of new cars sold.