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Interjet Continues Its International Expansion Strategy, Now Arriving In Houston

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Interjet Continues Its International Expansion Strategy, Now Arriving In Houston


MEXICO CITY, Sept. 7, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Interjet has formally announced the start of operations for its direct Monterrey – Houston – Monterrey service starting on October 23, with two daily flights Monday through Friday, and one daily flight on Saturdays and Sundays. This new service strengthens the company’s plan of expansion and growth, thus consolidating its presence in the American market.

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Houston is the main tourist destination in Texas; it’s the fourth largest city in the United States and has a substantial medical infrastructure.  In addition, it is considered the energy capital of the world, as well as the world’s number one city in aerospace development.  With world-class museums, shopping centers, an ample hotel offering, Houston is one of the most economically dynamic cities in the country.

Monterrey, for its part, is one of Mexico’s most industrially developed cities, and one of the country’s main centers of business, with significant hotel infrastructure.

As Interjet CEO Jose Luis Garza noted, “What’s remarkable about Interjet’s new route is the focus on quality service at a lower price, considering that unlike other airlines, our passengers can travel without any extra charges on new, safer and more comfortable planes and with more space between seats.”

“Houston already enjoys greater connectivity with Mexico than any other country in the United States and that bond is going to be even stronger with the arrival of Interjet,” says Houston Mayor Annise Parker.  “The City of Monterrey is extremely important to the Houston region for both economic and cultural reasons and this new nonstop flight makes it easier for our residents to strengthen business ties and maintain close connections with family and friends.”

For his part, Mario C. Díaz, Houston Aviation Director, noted: “Houston passengers continue to enjoy the benefits that inherently come with increased competition and that’s especially true for passengers boarding international flights,” adding, “The Interjet team understands and embraces the competitive nature of the airline industry and we look forward to having them operate within the family of air carriers at George Bush Intercontinental Airport.”

Interjet has made a name for itself in Mexico and at its international destinations (the U.S., Central and South America) as the only airline on which passengers can enjoy, at no extra charge, all the services that make it special, such as: checking two pieces of luggage up to 110 lbs. total, which can include sporting equipment, musical instruments, or travel with pets. Furthermore, seat selection, printing out boarding passes, children under two years old, and unaccompanied minors can travel at no additional cost. Adults over 65 years old are entitled to a permanent 20% discount on all Interjet routes and, what’s more, each of our planes offer an exclusive lady’s only lavatory.  

Interjet offers unbeatable service in its flight schedule, and has an extensive network within Mexico, facilitating connectivity from international to domestic destinations throughout the Mexican Republic.

Tickets are available with introductory rates of staring at US $249.00 round trip, including taxes, subject to availability. Consult terms and conditions at any of our sales channels, or at interjet.com

With the opening up of this destination, Interjet will be servicing 5 major cities in the United States, thus allowing it to consolidate commercial and tourist ties between this key U.S. region and our country.

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OEM, FEMA, and Ad Council Kick off 11th Annual National Preparedness Month In NYC

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OEM, FEMA, and Ad Council Kick off 11th Annual National Preparedness Month In NYC

September is National Preparedness Month, and the New York City Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is encouraging New Yorkers to be prepared before disaster strikes.


NEW YORK, Sept. 5, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — OEM Commissioner Joseph J. Esposito and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Craig Fugate kicked off National Preparedness Month today in Manhattan’s Herald Square.  While volunteers distributed Ready New York guides and shared preparedness information, Commissioner Esposito and Administrator Fugate launched a new public service advertising (PSA) campaign encouraging New York families to create an emergency plan. The campaign, created pro bono by New York-based advertising agency Deutsch Inc. in partnership with the Ad Council, includes English and Spanish-language localized TV and radio PSAs. The PSAs were distributed to media outlets throughout the New York City area and will run in donated time and space. Through these PSAs, families are faced with the harsh reality of what can happen when you don’t have an emergency plan in place before a disaster or emergency strikes. The PSAs direct audiences to call 311 or visit www.nyc.gov/readyny for preparedness resources, including 11 Ready New York emergency preparedness guides in 13 languages.

To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please click: http://www.multivu.com/players/Spanish/7314952-oem-fema-ad-council-septiembre-mes-nacional-para-la-preparacion-cuidad-de-nueva-york/

In addition to today’s National Preparedness Month kick-off in Herald Square, volunteers are stationed at four other sites throughout the five boroughs. More than 300 volunteers will hand out materials from 6 AM to 6 PM in Herald Square and in the following locations:

  • Bronx: Fordham Plaza
  • Brooklyn: Borough Hall
  • Queens: Jamaica Center
  • Staten Island: Staten Island Ferry Terminal

For more information about National Preparedness Month events and how you can prepare yourself and your family for emergencies, visit NYC.gov/NPM.

New York City Office of Emergency Management
The New York City Office of Emergency Management (OEM) plans and prepares for emergencies, educates the public about preparedness, coordinates emergency response and recovery, and collects and disseminates emergency information. To accomplish this mission, OEM maintains a disciplined unit of emergency management personnel, including responders, planners, watch commanders, and administrative and support staff, to identify and respond to various hazards. Residents can stay in touch with OEM via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and the agency’s website, nyc.gov/oem. New Yorkers can also sign up for Notify NYC, the City’s free source for emergency information, by calling 311 or visiting www.NYC.gov/notifynyc.

The Ad Council
The Ad Council (http://www.adcouncil.org/) is a private, non-profit organization that marshals talent from the advertising and communications industries, the facilities of the media, and the resources of the business and non-profit communities to produce, distribute and promote public service campaigns on behalf of non-profit organizations and government agencies. The Ad Council addresses issue areas such as improving the quality of life for children, preventive health, education, community well-being, environmental preservation and strengthening families.

Deutsch Inc.
Deutsch Inc. (www.deutschinc.com) is a group of hardworking, independent-minded, passionate problem solvers with an insatiable culture that like to build brands and make businesses grow through creativity. A full-service, integrated advertising and digital agency headquartered in New York City, Deutsch crafts a best-in-class array of marketing programs and works with clients, including Johnson & Johnson, PNC Bank, Jagermeister, Microsoft, DIRECTV and Novartis Worldwide.


St. Thomas University Announces Appointment Of New Provost

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St. Thomas University Announces Appointment Of New Provost


Respected educational leader assumes key leadership role


MIAMI, Sept. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Today, St. Thomas University President Monsignor Franklyn M. Casale announced a major institutional appointment that will continue to strengthen the University’s academic leadership position (www.stu.edu). A visionary and transformational leader in higher education, Irma Becerra-Fernandez, Ph.D., has been named St. Thomas University’s new Provost.

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“Dr. Becerra-Fernandez brings to St. Thomas University a wealth of knowledge and expertise in higher education, and an excellent understanding of our unique community,” said Monsignor Casale. “Her exceptional skills will help us continue to build the University’s educational standing and our Catholic intellectual tradition. Irma’s many scholarly and community accomplishments truly exemplify the spirit of St. Thomas.”

Most recently, Dr. Becerra-Fernandez served as the Vice President, Office of Engagement at Florida International University (FIU). She served in a number of academic and senior management positions at FIU since 1990, and has a broad educational background that spans the fields of engineering, information technology and business. She is an internationally recognized expert in the fields of knowledge management, business intelligence, entrepreneurship, and disaster management, and is known and respected as a “creative innovator” in the design of programs. “St. Thomas University is gaining a star in Dr. Irma Becerra-Fernandez,” said FIU President Mark B. Rosenberg. “The partnerships she has created and nurtured at FIU have advanced our mission as a solutions center for our community and I’m sure she will bring the same energy, commitment and intellectual rigor to the office of the provost at St. Thomas University.”

During her tenure at FIU, Dr. Becerra-Fernandez succeeded in a variety of complex challenges, from improved graduation rates to donor relations, and increased resource acquirement. She has coordinated various important community partnerships, including the stewardship of the One Community One Goal’s Academic Leaders Council. Prior to her employment in academia, Dr. Becerra-Fernandez was an Engineer at Florida Power and Light.

“Great cities deserve great universities and Miami deserves to have the greatest Catholic University in the Southeast,” said Dr. Becerra-Fernandez. “Saint Thomas is poised to achieve that vision and I look forward to working with Monsignor Casale, the administration, the dedicated faculty and staff, and our community, to continue providing cutting edge academic offerings that enhance the academic and professional success of our students, while producing ethical leaders for our global economy through our commitment to St. Thomas’ Catholic mission of service to our diverse community.”

About St. Thomas University:
The only Catholic Archdiocesan-sponsored University in Florida, St. Thomas University places an institutional emphasis on social justice and ethical behavior. The STU School of Law boasts one of the most culturally diverse student bodies in the country, ranking first among all ABA-approved law schools in the proportion of Hispanic students, and sixth among African-American students. STU is one of the only law schools in the nation with a Human Rights Institute and offers a joint M.B.A.- J.D. in Accounting, International Business, Marriage and Family Counseling, and Sports Administration. The University offers 25 undergraduate and 12 graduate degrees at its 145 acre campus in Miami Gardens, Florida, and through distance learning, including one of the oldest (and highly ranked) undergraduate programs in Sports Administration in the Country. Approximately 90% of the faculty holds the highest degree in their fields and the university provides its diverse student body with low student/teacher ratios.


Goya Foods Sponsors The Marc Anthony ‘Cambio de Piel’ Concert Tour & Helps To Raise Funds For The Maestro Cares Foundation

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Goya Foods Sponsors The Marc Anthony ‘Cambio de Piel’ Concert Tour & Helps To Raise Funds For The Maestro Cares Foundation


SECAUCUS, N.J., Sept. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Goya Foods, the largest Hispanic-owned U.S. food company, sponsors ten concerts of Marc Anthony’s national ‘Cambio de Piel’ tour, and will donate up to 50,000 pounds of food by matching every dollar donated by fans with one pound of food to The Maestro Cares Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Marc Anthony and Henry Cardenas to support the housing and educational needs of orphaned and underprivileged children in developing Latin American countries.  

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The donation will provide over 5,000 meals to over 200 children at the Orfanato Ninos de Cristo orphanage in La Romana, Dominican Republic.  This orphanage was the first constructed by The Maestro Cares Foundation in 2014, with another under construction currently in Barranquilla, Colombia.  From September 4 through October 11, fans can donate directly to The Maestro Cares Foundation through www.maestrocares.org and can share the #GoyaGives message with friends and family through Facebook and Twitter. “It is a Goya tradition to incorporate a food donation to a local or national charity during every concert tour we’ve been a part of,” says Rafael Toro, Director of Public Relations of Goya Foods. “It is our way of giving back to our community and building upon our beliefs of always helping those who need help the most, whether here in the United States or abroad.  We are fortunate to be able to do so and we will continue to support organizations like The Maestro Cares Foundation who work to make this world a better place.”

The donation is part of the Goya Gives campaign, a series of annual donations initiated in 2011 in celebration of Goya’s 75th anniversary that serves to encourage others to participate in the message of helping those in need.  Goya has donated over four million pounds of food worldwide since the start of the Goya Gives campaign.   “We are deeply grateful for our partnership with Goya Foods and their support of the mission of The Maestro Cares Foundation.  There is no better feeling than to look into the faces of the beautiful children at the orphanage and know that they are well cared for and well fed,” states Henry Cardenas, co founder of the foundation.

For more information about Goya Foods, please visit www.goya.com.  To find out how you can donate to The Maestro Cares Foundation, please visit maestrocares.org.

About GOYA: Founded in 1936, Goya Foods, Inc. is America’s largest Hispanic-owned food company, and has established itself as the leader in Latin American food and condiments. Goya manufactures packages and distributes over 2,200 high-quality food products from the Caribbean, Mexico, Central and South America. Goya products have their roots in the culinary traditions of Hispanic communities around the world; their combination of authentic ingredients, robust seasonings and convenient preparation make them ideal for every taste and every table. For more information on Goya Foods, please visit www.goya.com

ABOUT MAESTRO CARES
Maestro Cares (MC) is a non-for-profit corporation established in November 2011 to support the housing and educational needs of orphaned and underprivileged children in developing Latin American countries. Through contributions of its founders, Henry Cardenas and global artist Marc Anthony, as well as donations from individuals and corporations, Maestro Cares provides housing, food, clothing, health services and assists in the academic and recreational development of children through various programs.

Natalie Maniscalco
Retro Media NYC
845.659.6506
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Goya Foods

 


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Frank Lopez and Verna A. Greer Join ALPFA as Senior Vice-Presidents of Corporate Development

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Frank Lopez and Verna A. Greer Join ALPFA as Senior Vice-Presidents of Corporate Development


NEW YORK, Sept. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — ALPFA (pronounced “alpha”), the Association of Latino Professionals For America, selected both Frank Lopez and Verna A. Greer as Senior Vice Presidents of Corporate Development.

As a former president and CEO of the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (USHCC) Foundation, and, during his tenure, also served as a dynamic service executive and as chief development strategist. Lopez was instrumental in establishing a variety of national partnerships among premier national businesses, trade associations and Fortune 500 corporations.

Earlier in his career, Lopez served as a program management executive within a major telecommunications company, focused on projects throughout Latin America. Prior to this role, Lopez was a senior management executive within the State of New York, where he led the development of more than 2,000 residential settings for underserved, disabled individuals in distressed communities. He also was part of Governor Cuomo’s team on the Minority and Women-Owned Businesses program, and has served on a number of philanthropic and social service governance boards.

Lopez has served on a number of philanthropic and social service governance boards, such as SourceAmerica, a congressionally created organization that manages and brokers over $2.5 billion in federal employment related contracts for a network of voluntary agencies across the United States and Puerto Rico.

Greer comes to ALPFA from the National Association of Black Accountants, Inc. (NABA), where, since 2009, she led its resource development as the senior director of corporate strategic alliances and national programming. At NABA, Greer generated more than 50 percent of the organization’s total revenue. She also developed numerous programs, including the Women of NABA Network workshops.

In her previous role, she enhanced the Leadership Institute, which enlists some of the country’s most renowned universities, such as Harvard and Georgetown, to provide specialized training to executives. Prior to that, Greer served as principal of ATC Services, Inc., as regional director for Accountants 4 Contracts (A4C) and as vice-president of Small Business, Mass Market Operations at Fleet Boston Financial. 

Greer received her Bachelor of Science degree from Northeastern University with honors and her MBA from the Northeastern Graduate School of Business. She also earned her CFE from New York University and received a certificate from Georgetown University in Executive Leadership Development. 

“We chose Frank and Verna because they both have a solid record of consistently delivering value to all stakeholders, while surpassing goals and expectations,” said Charlie Garcia, ALPFA’s CEO. “They have perfected the art of generating diverse funding sources to implement successful programs.”

ABOUT ALPFA

Founded in 1972, ALPFA is one of largest and longest-standing Latino organizations. Its mission is to empower and develop Latino men and women as leaders of character for the nation, in every sector of the American and global economy. With 23,000 members, in 42 professional and 130 student chapters across the United States, ALPFA, working with more than 400 diverse partners, provides networking and career opportunities, mentoring, and leadership development.


Kmart® Offers Shop Your Way® Members and Customers Early Holiday Present: No Money Down Layaway

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Kmart® Offers Shop Your Way® Members and Customers Early Holiday Present: No Money Down Layaway

Only Retailer to Offer Online and In-Store Layaway Nationwide
on Thousands of Items, Including Apparel


HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., Sept. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — To ensure Kmart Shop Your Way members and customers can be smart about their holiday shopping and plan ahead, Kmart is announcing No Money Down Layaway, available now.*

“We know it’s early, and that is exactly when smart shoppers start thinking about using layaway for the holidays,” said Jai Holtz, vice president and general manager financial services, Sears Holdings. “Based on member feedback, we are expanding no money down layaway nationwide to help members and customers who want to make small payments over time leading up the holidays. Kmart is committed to helping our members budget their finances throughout the holidays by kicking off no money down layaway as early as possible so they can feel confident about checking everything off their lists.”

According to the National Retail Federation, nearly 40 percent of Americans begin holiday shopping before Halloween.** Kmart layaway makes it easy to plan purchases, enabling members and customers to shop early with a flexible, convenient payment option.

To get shoppers in the layaway spirit, Kmart is having some fun with its “This is Not a Christmas Commercial,” ad that begins airing today and can be viewed on YouTube.

Apparel, Home, Toys and Electronics

Kmart’s layaway program includes both online and in-store contracts for coveted items across dozens of merchandise categories, including:

  • Apparel – The whole family can get in the spirit in style with Kmart-exclusive celebrity powerhouse brands that include Adam Levine, Never Give Up by John Cena, Sofia by Sofia Vergara, Dream Out Loud by Selena Gomez, Sophia Grace and Rosie, and Impact by Jillian Michaels. Plus, Shop Your Way members can save even more with $10 off a qualifying apparel, footwear and jewelry purchase of $50 or more on in-store layaway.***
  • Home – Kmart offers a wide selection of affordably priced home accessories and small kitchen appliances such as Disney “Frozen” themed bedding and the Keurig® single-cup coffee maker.
  • Toys – Parents can get a head start nabbing Kmart-exclusive hot holiday toys, including My Little Pony Equestria Girls Rainbow Rocks Mane Event Stage Playset by Hasbro®, Transformers Age of Extinction Optimus Prime and Grimlock 12-Inch Electronic Figures by Hasbro®, WWE® John Cena 31” Figure by Wicked Cool Toys® and Zoomer Dino by Spin Master™.
  • Consumer electronics – Members and customers can gift the newest electronics like Xbox ONE, PlayStation4®, 32″ to 60″ RCA TVs and Samsung Galaxy tablets.

Kmart and Sears offer layaway year-round, and are the only general merchandise retailers where layaway is available nationwide, both online and in-store; there is no minimum purchase. Shop Your Way members earn points on layaway purchases, and membership, as always, is easy and free. For more information on layaway, please visit www.kmart.com/layaway.

* Offer valid only on new Kmart Layaway contracts initiated by Members through 9/20/14. No down payment required at contract initiation. One penny down payment required online. All fees nonrefundable. Cancellation fees apply. No cancellation fee in Ohio. Requires biweekly payments. Free Layaway promotion will waive $5 service fee on an 8 week contract and $10 service fee on a 12 week contract. Maryland and Washington D.C. offer 8 week contracts only. 12-week Layaway option available in-store only on purchases of $300 or more. Not available at all stores. Exclusions apply. See store for further details.

**Source: NRF 2013 Holiday Consumer Spending Survey

***Offer valid only on new in-store Layaway purchases made 9/7/14 through 9/20/14 in participating stores only and is not combinable with any other offer. Discount given on Apparel, Footwear and Jewelry at time of new in-store layaway purchase. Excludes Nicki Minaj and Adam Levine Collections, clearance merchandise, Everyday Great Price items, Deal Flash, red-tag special buys, incredible buys, introductory offers, gold-filled jewelry, family jewelry and class rings. Savings applied and pro-rated across all qualifying items purchased in addition to the minimum requirements and will be deducted from any refund.

About Kmart

Kmart, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD), is a mass merchandising company and part of Shop Your Way, a social shopping experience where members have the ability to earn points and receive benefits across a wide variety of physical and digital formats through shopyourway.com. Kmart offers customers quality products through a portfolio of exclusive brands that include Sofia by Sofia Vergara, Jaclyn Smith, Joe Boxer, Route 66 and Smart Sense. For more information visit the company’s website at www.kmart.com | Sears Holdings Corporation website at www.searsholdings.com | Facebook: www.facebook.com/kmart.

About Shop Your Way

Shop Your Way is a free social shopping destination and rewards program offering millions of products, personalized services, and advice. Through a network of retail partners and service providers, members can shop, compare, purchase items and earn points to use on future purchases. Members also enjoy special pricing, exclusive sales, events, access to celebrity brands and sweepstakes. And through the unique social community on shopyourway.com members can research and browse products, create wish lists, poll friends and family and even get advice from experts to help choose the products and services that best meet their needs.

There is no minimum purchase required for Shop Your Way members to redeem points and points can be used toward purchases across countless product categories. Download the free Shop Your Way app available on iTunes or Google Play. By accepting Shop Your Way member benefits and offers, you agree to the Shop Your Way terms and conditions, available at www.shopyourway.com/terms.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Jamie Stein

Heather Ribeiro

Sears Holdings

Zeno Group for Kmart

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A helpful guide to quit smoking or drinking

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A helpful guide to quit smoking or drinking

There are a variety of resources available to treat addictions


WASHINGTON, Sept. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Smoking cigarettes or drinking too much alcohol can cause addiction and other serious health issues.

The risk of diseases associated with tobacco and alcohol increase for those who drink and smoke.

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), about 443,000 people in the United States die of illnesses caused by tobacco each year. Meanwhile, about 88,000 die from alcohol-related illnesses.

Diseases caused by smoking tobacco

Smoking cigarettes can cause various types of cancer and chronic illnesses, including:

  • Strokes
  • Cataracts and blindness
  • Periodontitis (gum disease)
  • Chronic heart disease (high blood pressure)
  • Pneumonia
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (difficulty breathing)
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Cancer of the larynx, stomach, trachea, lung, esophagus and others

Note: Even those who do not smoke, but are exposed to cigarettes and tobacco, can develop health problems caused by second-hand smoke.

Resources and help centers to help quit smoking

  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is a good resource for smokers, offering plans to quit smoking, self-help materials, and a helpline at 1-800-784-8669, or 1-800-332-8615 (TTY for the hearing impaired).
  • Smokefree.gov offers tips on how to quit smoking as well as pamphlets, information about medications and other advice. You can also subscribe to SmokefreeTXT to receive helpful messages on your phone.
  • The CDC also has information about community tobacco control programs, campaigns and events in your state.

Diseases caused by alcohol consumption

Drinking too much alcohol can cause:

  • Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat)
  • Cardiomyopathy (stretching of the heart muscle)
  • High blood pressure
  • Alcohol-induced hepatitis
  • Cirrhosis
  • Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreatic blood vessels)
  • A weak immune system
  • Cancer of the mouth, esophagus, throat, liver and breast

Resources and help centers to help stop drinking

To learn more about health issues, see USA.gov and GobiernoUSA.gov, the U.S. Government’s official web portals in English and Spanish, and part of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA).


All-time Record Sales for Honda Accord Leads American Honda to Near-Record August

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2014 Honda Accord Shatters All-Time Monthly Sales Record, Leads Honda Division to Third Best Month in History





All-time Record Sales for Honda Accord Leads American Honda to Near-Record August

– Honda Accord sets all-time monthly record with 51,075 units sold – up 32.5% in August

– Honda Division sales reach 151,551, just 263 units shy of second-best month in history

– New Acura TLX drives heavy dealer traffic in its first weeks on the market

– Acura ILX has best-ever August sales, rising 5.7% for the month


TORRANCE, Calif., Sept. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — American Honda Motor Co., Inc. today reported August 2014 Honda and Acura vehicle sales of 167,038 units, an increase of 0.4 percent versus August of last year. The Honda division posted the third highest monthly sales result its 44-year history, on sales of 151,551 vehicles in August while Acura posted sales of 15,487 units in the same period. Year-to-date American Honda sales reached 1,042,382 units.

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2014 Honda Accord Shatters All-Time Monthly Sales Record, Leads Honda Division to Third Best Month in History

Honda
Accelerating its strong summer sales performance, the Honda brand topped 150,000 units in a single month for only the third time in its history, as Accord led the way selling at an all-time record pace in August.  [The all-time record of 153,104 units was set in the midst of a severe gas price hike in May 2008.]  

  • 51,075 Accords were sold in August, an all-time monthly record and an increase of 32.5 percent. It was the eighth-straight monthly gain for Accord. 
  • Odyssey also showed strength in August, with 12,488 units sold for a gain of 12.9 percent.

“The fundamental strengths of the Honda brand are on full display as the Accord strengthened its position as the best-selling car uniquely driven by retail sales to individual buyers,” said Jeff Conrad, Honda Division senior vice president and general manager. “Our other core models, Civic, CR-V and Odyssey are also performing well and continue to drive our retail sales leadership in 2014. And the early market response to the redesigned 2015 Fit is a strong indicator of great things to come as supplies improve,” added Conrad.

Acura
With the new Acura TLX arriving at dealers across the country last month, enthusiastic customers gave Acura dealers much to cheer about in August, as the new luxury performance sedan sold nearly as fast as dealers could unload them from transport trucks. While TLX supplies continue to ramp up, the best-selling MDX continued to set a near-record pace, and ILX enjoyed its best August on record.

  • TLX went on-sale mid-August and is driving heavy dealer traffic to dealerships nationwide. The great majority of these early units were 3.5-liter V6 models as the 2.4-liter four cylinder began arriving later in the month and V6 SH-AWD models just starting to ship.
  • With supplies improving, the Acura ILX posted its best ever August result on sales of 1,798 units, an increase of 5.7 percent.

“With TLX less than a month on the market, our dealers are reporting incredible showroom traffic with customers trying to buy a TLX before we can get it on the dealer lot,” said Mike Accavitti, Acura division senior vice president and general manager. “Customer interest is the strongest we’ve seen on a new model launch, and we’re just now starting to deliver the highly-rated TLX four-cylinder and V6 SH-AWD models.”

 

American Honda Vehicle Sales for August 2014

Month-to-Date

Year-to-Date

August 2014

August 2013

DSR** % Change

MoM % Change

August 2014

August 2013

DSR** % Change

YoY % Change

American Honda Total

167,038

166,432

4.1%

0.4%

1,042,382

1,053,449

-0.6%

-1.1%

Total Car Sales

96,793

91,536

9.7%

5.7%

573,738

579,149

-0.5%

-0.9%

Total Truck Sales

70,245

74,896

-2.7%

-6.2%

468,644

474,300

-0.7%

-1.2%

Honda Cars

91,790

85,394

11.5%

7.5%

541,195

531,054

2.4%

1.9%

Honda Trucks

59,761

63,987

-3.1%

-6.6%

395,269

413,213

-3.9%

-4.3%

Acura Cars

5,003

6,142

-15.5%

-18.5%

32,543

48,095

-32.0%

-32.3%

Acura Trucks

10,484

10,909

-0.3%

-3.9%

73,375

61,087

20.7%

20.1%

Total Domestic Car Sales

95,430

81,849

20.9%

16.6%

539,327

518,355

4.6%

4.0%

Honda Division

90,883

77,921

21.0%

16.6%

515,436

485,788

6.6%

6.1%

Acura Division

4,547

3,928

20.0%

15.8%

23,891

32,567

-26.3%

-26.6%

Total Domestic Truck Sales

70,245

74,896

-2.7%

-6.2%

468,644

474,226

-0.7%

-1.2%

Honda Division

59,761

63,987

-3.1%

-6.6%

395,269

413,139

-3.9%

-4.3%

Acura Division

10,484

10,909

-0.3%

-3.9%

73,375

61,087

20.7%

20.1%

Total Import Car Sales

1,363

9,687

-85.4%

-85.9%

34,411

60,794

-43.1%

-43.4%

Honda Division

907

7,473

-87.4%

-87.9%

25,759

45,266

-42.8%

-43.1%

Acura Division

456

2,214

-78.6%

-79.4%

8,652

15,528

-44.0%

-44.3%

Total Import Truck Sales

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

74

-100.0%

-100.0%

Honda Division

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

74

-100.0%

-100.0%

Acura Division

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

0

0

0.0%

0.0%

   MODEL BREAKOUT BY DIVISION

Honda Division Total

151,551

149,381

5.2%

1.5%

936,464

944,267

-0.3%

-0.8%

* ACCORD

51,075

38,559

37.4%

32.5%

271,426

256,926

6.2%

5.6%

* CIVIC

34,032

39,458

-10.6%

-13.8%

231,167

230,578

0.7%

0.3%

  CR-Z

342

483

-26.6%

-29.2%

2,697

3,282

-17.4%

-17.8%

  FCX CLARITY

0

4

-100.0%

-100.0%

1

6

-83.3%

-83.3%

* FIT

6,051

6,452

-2.7%

-6.2%

32,990

37,040

-10.5%

-10.9%

  INSIGHT

290

438

-31.3%

-33.8%

2,914

3,220

-9.1%

-9.5%

  CROSSTOUR

1,037

1,654

-35.0%

-37.3%

8,269

11,672

-28.8%

-29.2%

* CR-V

34,079

34,654

2.0%

-1.7%

217,293

207,643

5.2%

4.6%

  ODYSSEY

12,488

11,064

17.1%

12.9%

86,691

90,797

-4.1%

-4.5%

  PILOT

10,810

14,877

-24.6%

-27.3%

72,423

90,696

-19.8%

-20.1%

  RIDGELINE

1,347

1,738

-19.6%

-22.5%

10,593

12,403

-14.2%

-14.6%

***

Memo: Accord FHEV

1,175

0

0.0%

0.0%

9,425

0

0.0%

0.0%

Memo: Accord PHEV

46

44

8.4%

4.5%

267

298

-10.0%

-10.4%

Memo: Civic Hybrid

503

697

-25.2%

-27.8%

3,407

4,416

-22.5%

-22.8%

Memo: Fit EV

55

66

-13.6%

-16.7%

318

420

-23.9%

-24.3%

Acura Division Total

15,487

17,051

-5.8%

-9.2%

105,918

109,182

-2.5%

-3.0%

  ILX

1,798

1,701

9.6%

5.7%

11,390

13,907

-17.7%

-18.1%

  RLX / RL

216

459

-51.2%

-52.9%

2,508

2,639

-4.5%

-5.0%

  TL

463

2,227

-78.4%

-79.2%

10,215

18,660

-45.0%

-45.3%

  TLX

2,286

0

0.0%

0.0%

2,286

0

0.0%

0.0%

  TSX

240

1,755

-85.8%

-86.3%

6,144

12,889

-52.1%

-52.3%

  MDX

6,497

6,499

3.7%

-0.0%

43,444

30,264

44.3%

43.6%

  RDX

3,984

4,381

-5.7%

-9.1%

29,865

30,517

-1.7%

-2.1%

  ZDX

3

29

-89.3%

-89.7%

66

306

-78.3%

-78.4%

***

Memo: ILX Hybrid

24

125

-80.1%

-80.8%

330

1,128

-70.6%

-70.7%

Memo: TSX Wagon

25

169

-84.7%

-85.2%

624

1,491

-57.9%

-58.1%

Selling Days

27

28

205

206

  **** Hybrid

2,380

1,787

38.1%

33.2%

19,040

12,344

55.0%

54.2%

*    Honda and Acura vehicles are made of domestic & global sourced parts

**   Daily Selling Rate

***  Memo line items are included in the respective model total

**** Hybrid includes FHEV, PHEV, CR-Z, Civic Hybrid, Insight, ILX Hybrid and RLX Hybrid
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