Ford estimates that its market share rose 1 percentage point in 2009, to 15 percent. That would represent Ford’s first full-year share increase since 1995. Ford's plan is working, Ken Czubay, Ford's vice president for United States marketing, sales and service, said in a statement. Customer consideration continues to grow for our high-quality, vehicles.
Shares of Ford, the only Detroit automaker to avoid bankruptcy, reached their highest level since 2005 on Tuesday, rising 8.5 percent to $11.15 in midday trading. They were worth as little as $1.50 in January 2009. Ford sales were down 15% from 2008 while GM and Chrysler reported 30%. Toyota, Honda and Nissan lost 20% from the year before. Only small manufacturers Kia, Hyundai and Subura posted modest gains for 2009.
Ford gained market share in 2009 that surpassed gains in 1995. Much of that may have come from not taking a bail out as others did. We also like to think our emphasis on Safety and Fuel Economy in addition to making the highest quality vehicles are contributing to our bottom line as well.
Ford of Ocala has always been a sales leader in North Central Florida. In addition to having one of the largest inventories available in all of Florida, our Certified Sales Professionals and Superior Management staff guarantee you'll get the best price. Ford of Ocala outsold most other dealers in our region and surprised many of the Ford dealers in much larger markets.
Shares of Ford, the only Detroit automaker to avoid bankruptcy, reached their highest level since 2005 on Tuesday, rising 8.5 percent to $11.15 in midday trading. They were worth as little as $1.50 in January 2009. Ford sales were down 15% from 2008 while GM and Chrysler reported 30%. Toyota, Honda and Nissan lost 20% from the year before. Only small manufacturers Kia, Hyundai and Subura posted modest gains for 2009.
Ford gained market share in 2009 that surpassed gains in 1995. Much of that may have come from not taking a bail out as others did. We also like to think our emphasis on Safety and Fuel Economy in addition to making the highest quality vehicles are contributing to our bottom line as well.
Ford of Ocala has always been a sales leader in North Central Florida. In addition to having one of the largest inventories available in all of Florida, our Certified Sales Professionals and Superior Management staff guarantee you'll get the best price. Ford of Ocala outsold most other dealers in our region and surprised many of the Ford dealers in much larger markets.
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