As you know, not all automakers report sales on a monthly basis anymore. We will get a complete picture of the first quarter of 2023 after the close of March business.
Industry analysts who estimated sales of all manufacturers rose 9.5% last month, as compared to February 2022. Total sales were estimated to be 928,000 in February 2023.
Kia America reports record-breaking February sales with five models reaching their best-ever February totals.
Of the car companies that report sales monthly, all except Honda and Toyota saw increases from February 2022. As I continue to tell you on the CarPro Radio Show, Honda and Toyota continue to struggle with supply chain shortages.
Subaru reports its best-ever February for the Crosstrek and WRX, with the Crosstrek the brand's top performer by volume.
Here are sales for February 2023 and how it compares with February 2022:
February 2023
Auto Sales By Brand
| February 2023 | vs February 2022 | |
| 1. Ford | 150,218 | 23% |
| 2. Toyota | 137,254 | 4% |
| 3. Honda | 72,839 | 3% |
| 4. Kia |
60,859 |
24% |
| 5. Hyundai |
57,044 |
9% |
| 6. Subaru | 45,790 | 2% |
| 7. Mazda |
30,639 |
9% |
| 8. Lexus | 21,455 | 6% |
| 9. Acura |
10,408 |
12% |
| 10. Volvo | 8,560 | 36% |
| 11. Lincoln |
6,159 |
4% |
| 12. Genesis |
4,208 |
21% |
Ford reports 12,113 Bronco sales in February 2023, up 112% percent year over year.
