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Nissan North America Sales Rise 15.5%, Set New February Record

- Altima and Rogue lead gains with record sales -
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FRANKLIN, Tenn., March 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported record February U.S. sales of 106,731 units versus 92,370 units a year earlier, marking an increase of 15.5 percent over last February's record total. Nissan Division sales increased 17.1 percent over last year, also establishing a new February record. Sales of Infiniti vehicles increased 1.0 percent over the prior year.

NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS

Nissan Division posted a record February with 97,492 sales, an increase of 17.1 percent over the old record of 83,226 units set in 2011.
Altima sales remained strong, setting a new February record with 32,953 deliveries, up 58.4 percent over the prior year. In April, Nissan will unveil the all-new, fifth generation Altima at the New York International Auto Show. A preview image and video of the 2013 Altima, which goes on sale this Summer, was released today at http://nissannews.com/pressrelease/3285/1/all-new-2013-nissan-altima-coming-soon.
Nissan Rogue also set a new February record with 13,423 units, up 17.5 percent.
Sales of Nissan's trucks continued to grow, with Frontier, Titan, Xterra and Pathfinder posting year-on-year sales increases.

INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS

Infiniti delivered 9,239 vehicles in February, an increase of 1.0 percent versus 9,144 a year earlier.
Sales of the Infiniti QX luxury utility hit a new February high at 1,162, up 28.8 percent over last year.
Infiniti G Sedan sales were up 7.2 percent to 4,334 deliveries in February.

"Nissan's momentum throughout the lineup continues to drive our growth and record February sales," said Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division. "Another strong month for Nissan Altima demonstrates that consumers are increasingly turning to Nissan for quality and reliability in the midsize car segment."

NOTE: To ensure consistency in global sales reporting, Nissan North America calculates monthly variances on a straight-percentage basis, unadjusted for the number of selling days. February 2012 had 25 selling days, while February 2011 had 24.

About Nissan Americas
In the Americas, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and was recognized as an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 2010 and 2011. More information on Nissan in North America, the Nissan LEAF and zero emissions can be found at www.nissanusa.com.

About Nissan
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Japan's second largest Japanese automotive company by volume, is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan and is an integral pillar of the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Operating with more than 150,000 employees globally, Nissan provided customers with more than 4 million vehicles in 2010. With a strong commitment to developing exciting and innovative products for all, Nissan delivers a comprehensive range of fuel-efficient and low-emissions vehicles under the Nissan and Infiniti brands. A pioneer in zero emission mobility, Nissan made history with the introduction of the Nissan LEAF, the first affordable, mass-market, pure-electric vehicle and winner of numerous international accolades including the prestigious 2011 European Car of the Year award.

For more information on our products, services and commitment to Sustainable Mobility, visit our website at http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/.

NISSAN DIVISION
	Feb.		Feb.		Monthly		CYTD		CYTD		CYTD
	2012		2011		% chg		2012		2011		% chg
Nissan Division Total	97,492		83,226		17.1		170,009		147,668		15.1
Versa	10,190		10,578		-3.7		19,608		19,260		1.8
Sentra	10,605		12,599		-15.8		17,671		22,137		-20.2
Cube	687		2,248		-69.4		1,148		3,909		-70.6
Altima	32,953		20,808		58.4		55,310		37,262		48.4
Maxima	6,597		5,318		24.1		10,598		8,467		25.2
LEAF	478		67		613.4		1,154		154		649.4
Juke	2,947		2,985		-1.3		5,277		6,080		-13.2
370Z	553		571		-3.2		970		1138		-14.8
GT-R	67		38		76.3		87		60		45.0
Total Car	65,077		55,212		17.9		111,823		98,467		13.6
Frontier	4,237		3,527		20.1		8,019		6,323		26.8
Titan	1,576		1,467		7.4		2,882		2,898		-0.6
Xterra	1,457		1,297		12.3		2,918		2,476		17.9
Pathfinder	2,856		2,392		19.4		4,937		3,985		23.9
Armada	1,808		1,806		0.1		3,210		2,931		9.5
Rogue	13,423		11,427		17.5		23,327		20,850		11.9
Murano	5,045		5,254		-4.0		8,940		8,832		1.2
Quest	1,206		832		45.0		2,390		894		167.3
NV	807		12		6625.0		1,563		12		12925.0
Total Truck	32,415		28,014		15.7		58,186		49,201		18.3
North American produced	73,086		59,804		22.2		126,716		105,751		19.8
Car	60,345		49,303		22.4		103,187		87,126		18.4
Truck	12,741		10,501		21.3		23,529		18,625		26.3
Import	24,406		23,422		4.2		43,293		41,917		3.3
Car	4,732		5,909		-19.9		8,636		11,341		-23.9
Truck	19,674		17,513		12.3		34,657		30,576		13.3
INFINITI DIVISION
	Feb.		Feb.		Monthly		CYTD		CYTD		CYTD
	2012		2011		% chg		2012		2011		% chg
Infiniti Division Total	9,239		9,144		1.0		16,035		16,549		-3.1
G Sedan	4,334		4,044		7.2		7,291		7,292		0.0
G Coupe	1,171		1,448		-19.1		2,030		2,524		-19.6
M	1,150		1,178		-2.4		1,850		2,055		-10.0
QX56	1,162		902		28.8		2,182		1,684		29.6
EX	314		507		-38.1		632		989		-36.1
FX	1,108		1,065		4.0		2,050		2,005		2.2
Total Car	6,655		6,670		-0.2		11,171		11,871		-5.9
Total Truck	2,584		2,474		4.4		4,864		4,678		4.0
NISSAN & INFINITI
	Feb.		Feb.		Monthly		CYTD		CYTD		CYTD
	2012		2011		% chg		2012		2011		% chg
TOTAL VEHICLE	106,731		92,370		15.5		186,044		164,217		13.3
Total Car	71,732		61,882		15.9		122,994		110,338		11.5
Total Truck	34,999		30,488		14.8		63,050		53,879		17.0
Selling days	25		24				49		48

* All numbers include Hawaii

GM February Sales Beat Expectations
Small and Compact Car Sales up 43 percent

2012-03-01

DETROIT – General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) today reported total sales of 209,306 vehicles in February, up 1.1 percent compared with the company's very strong February 2011 results.

"Chevrolet's 6 percent sales increase, which was driven by new models, as well as a stronger economy, helped GM exceed last February's remarkably strong result," said Don Johnson, vice president, U.S. Sales Operations. "It's an affirmation of our progress. We are continuing to execute the same disciplined sales strategy that was the key to our success in 2011."

Industrywide, February light vehicle sales will top 1.1 million units, thanks to stronger employment and credit availability, an improving housing market and the recovery in consumer sentiment, he added.

"Commercial sales are a good barometer for the economy," Johnson said. "GM's commercial deliveries increased 35 percent in February, driven by strong sales of heavy-duty pickups."

Year-over-year sales of the Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD were up 28 percent and 20 percent, respectively. Other sales highlights for February include double-digit sales increases for the Buick LaCrosse, which features the 36-mpg eAssist powertrain as standard equipment, the Chevrolet Equinox and Camaro, and the GMC Terrain.

Chevrolet passenger car sales were up 13 percent. The all-new Chevrolet Sonic had its best month ever, with sales of 7,900 units. Chevrolet Cruze exceeded 20,000 units for the sixth time, marking its sixth-consecutive month of year-over-year sales gains. GM's small and compact car portfolio, which now includes the Chevrolet Sonic, Cruze and Volt, and the new Buick Verano, were up a combined 43 percent versus February 2011.

GM's year-over-year incentive spending, expressed as a percentage of average transaction prices, was down 3.5 percentage points to 9.5 percent in February, according to J.D. Power PIN estimates. Incentive spending was down about one-half point from January.

Highlights	Feb. 2012 Total Sales	Total Change vs. Feb. 2011	Feb. 2012 Retail Sales Change vs. Feb. 2011	CYTD Total Sales	CYTD Total Sales Change vs. 2011	CYTD Retail Sales Change vs. 2011
Chevrolet	151,197	5.8%	(1.3%)	275,061	2.5%	(7.5%)
GMC	32,581	0.1%	(5.7%)	57,547	(4.4%)	(9.4%)
Buick	14,023	(11.3%)	(3.6%)	24,231	(16.7%)	(10.4%)
Cadillac	11,505	(27.0%)	(20.2%)	20,429	(27.9%)	(21.0%)
Total GM	209,306	1.1%	(3.9%)	377,268	(2.2%)	(9.2%)

Inventory	Units @ Feb. 29, 2012	Days Supply (selling days adjusted)	Units @ Jan. 31, 2012	Days Supply (selling days adjusted)
All Vehicles	667,096	80	619,455	89
Full-size Pickups	210,463	116	188,568	119

Industry Sales	Full Year 2012 (est.)	Jan. 2012 SAAR	Feb. 2012 SAAR (est.)	Feb. 2011 SAAR
Total Light Vehicles	13.5 million – 14.0 million	14.1 million	14.5 million – 14.9 million	13.3 million

General Motors Co. (NYSE:GM, TSX: GMM) and its partners produce vehicles in 30 countries, and the company has leadership positions in the world's largest and fastest-growing automotive markets. GM's brands include Chevrolet and Cadillac, as well as Baojun, Buick, GMC, Holden, Isuzu, Jiefang, Opel, Vauxhall and Wuling. More information on the company and its subsidiaries, including OnStar, a global leader in vehicle safety, security and information services, can be found at http://www.gm.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

In this press release and in related comments by our management, our use of the words "expect," "anticipate," "possible," "potential," "target," "believe," "commit," "intend," "continue," "may," "would," "could," "should," "project," "projected," "positioned" or similar expressions is intended to identify forward-looking statements that represent our current judgment about possible future events. We believe these judgments are reasonable, but these statements are not guarantees of any events or financial results, and our actual results may differ materially due to a variety of important factors. Among other items, such factors might include: our ability to realize production efficiencies and to achieve reductions in costs as a result of our restructuring initiatives and labor modifications; our ability to maintain quality control over our vehicles and avoid material vehicle recalls; our ability to maintain adequate liquidity and financing sources and an appropriate level of debt, including as required to fund our planned significant investment in new technology; the ability of our suppliers to timely deliver parts, components and systems; our ability to realize successful vehicle applications of new technology; and our ability to continue to attract new customers, particularly for our new products. GM's most recent annual report on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q provides information about these and other factors, which we may revise or supplement in future reports to the SEC.