Dick Colliver
Dick Colliver
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It may be tough for the industry to top 1999, but for right now we're just going to enjoy it. Light trucks were the driving force behind the market growth last year. We expect more of the same this year and we're ready for continued growth with the introduction of our new Acura SUV this fall.
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Surpassing the 200,000-unit sales mark is a huge milestone for Acura. The outlook for 2006 looks even brighter as we kick off Acura's 20th anniversary.
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The combination of reduced inventories and a slightly down market kept us from hitting an all-time high this month, but underlying demand for our key models remains very strong. The arrival of our 2002 models this month will help us to stay on a record pace for the year.
belts committed industry remain
Other in the industry are tightening their belts but we remain committed to steady, incremental growth.
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We have enjoyed an outstanding and valuable relationship as title sponsor of the Honda Classic. Extending our involvement for six more years not only demonstrates our commitment to the event and the new venue, but also to the involvement of the Nicklaus family and the opportunity to help support the Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation.
april best honda months sales though
Even though our April sales were off slightly, it was still one of the 10 best sales months in American Honda history.
civic entry gradually left level model moved room
As the Civic has moved gradually up-market, it has left room for a new entry level model (for Honda).
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As the Civic has gradually moved up-market, it has left room in our lineup for a new entry-level model. With the introduction of Fit in April and all-new CR-V this fall, along with continued momentum from the new Civic and other key models, we're projecting Honda Brand sales of around 1.3 million in 2006, which would make it our 11th consecutive record year.
forward looking national relationship
We're really looking forward to a long-term relationship with the PGA, with PGA National and with the new board.
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The Acura division hit the ground running this year. The strong demand for Acura vehicles indicates the popularity of the brand among luxury consumers.
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The American consumer is rediscovering cars and the timing for the all-new 2006 Civic couldn't be better.
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We're the only ones offering a natural-gas powered car and wanted to get it into more hands to evaluate to gain more widespread acceptance.
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While we are disappointed with the Federal District court's decision, we remain confident that the courts will ultimately sustain our position that Republic's buying binge is bad for American Honda's dealers and customers and violates American Honda's rights.
hard reevaluate time
We've had to reevaluate our position. It's having a hard time in the market.