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Oakland Athletics /DODGER Postgame Alert
Subaru of America Sales Soar to Best July in Company History
Kia Motors America Announces Best July Sales Ever
Hyundai Momentum Continues With Second Consecutive All-Time Record Sales Month
Chrysler Group Reports July 2006 U.S. Sales
Toyota Reports July Sales
Troy Aikman @ Full Throttle!; Aikman's Next Touchdown Will Be His Business Jet Landing in Canton, Ohio for Induction Into the NFL Football Hall of Fame On August 5th
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Oakland Athletics /DODGER Postgame Alert
August 1, 2006
Oakland 2, LA Angels 3 at Angel Stadium of Anaheim
Oakland Record: (56-51)
LA Angels Record: (55-51)
Winning pitcher - Joe Saunders (2-0)
Losing pitcher - Joe Blanton (11-9)
SV - Francisco Rodriguez (26)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | ||
| Oakland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 2 | |
| LA Angels | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | X | 3 | 9 | 0 |
OAK HR - J. Payton (8)
LAA HR - None
August 1, 2006
Los Angeles 10, Cincinnati 4 at Great American Ball Park
Los Angeles Record: (51-55)
Cincinnati Record: (55-51)
Winning pitcher - Aaron Sele (7-4)
Losing pitcher - Bill Bray (2-2)
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | ||
| Los Angeles | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 17 | 0 | |
| Cincinnati | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 1 |
LAD HR - W. Betemit (10)
CIN HR - A. Dunn (32) D. Ross (13)
Subaru of America Sales Soar to Best July in Company History
- Sales of Subaru Impreza and Legacy 2.5i models lead company to a three percent increase year-to-date in total sales -
Subaru of America, Inc. sales soared in July posting its best July in company history, with sales totaling 18,923 units, up five percent for the month compared with the same period last year. Both the Subaru Impreza and Legacy posted double-digit gains, while total sales for the brand are up three percent year-to-date from the previous year.
"I would like to thank our outstanding Subaru retailers for their efforts in achieving yet another all-time sales month for Subaru," said Tim Colbeck, vice president of sales, Subaru of America, Inc. "July results showed continued strength in our fuel-efficient 2.5i Subaru Impreza and Legacy models, while the Subaru Outback, Forester and B9 Tribeca crossover vehicles are succeeding as alternatives to traditional SUVs."
The Subaru Legacy posted very strong results up 11 percent with 8,301 units in July, fueled by Subaru Outback sales of 5,974 units for the month. Subaru Forester recorded 4,492 units, while Baja posted 496 units in July. Subaru Impreza continues its incredible sales year posting a record 21 percent increase over the previous July, totaling 4,014 units. Subaru B9 Tribeca also posted a strong 1,620 units for the month.
"The Subaru line-up is well positioned in the current marketplace," said Mr. Colbeck. "What makes Subaru such a compelling choice is its combination of strong fuel economy, exhilarating driving performance and go-anywhere capability coupled with the industry-leading active and passive safety that comes standard with our Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive."
For a complete sales chart and additional information about Subaru of America, Inc. and Subaru vehicles, visit our media website at http://www.media.subaru.com/.
About Subaru of America, Inc.
Subaru of America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. of Japan. Headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J., the company markets and distributes Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of nearly 600 dealers across the United States. Subaru makes the best-selling All-Wheel Drive car sold in America based on R.L. Polk & Co. new vehicle retail registration statistics calendar year-end 2005. For additional information visit http://www.subaru.com/.
Kia Motors America Announces Best July Sales Ever
Kia Motors America (KMA) today announced record July sales of 26,429 units, a 1.4-percent increase over the same period last year. Year-to-date sales for Kia totaled 173,007 units, a 2.3-percent improvement over the record-setting sales pace in 2005.
"Kia is charging ahead full steam with our best July ever in the company's 12-year history of selling cars in North America," said Len Hunt, executive vice president and COO of KMA. "And it's only going to get better with our exciting and enabling vehicle line, and new product on the horizon."
The Kia Spectra posted a strong sales month in July with 7,206 units sold, and Rio had its best month of the year at 3,858 units.
Kia Motors America -- the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corp. in Seoul, South Korea -- offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 630 dealers throughout the United States. For more information visit www.kiamedia.com.
MONTH OF JULY YEAR-TO-DATE Model
2006 2005 2006 2005
Rio 3,858 1,948 16,957 19,043
Spectra 7,206 5,981 43,279 33,541
Sportage 2,923 2,712 20,650 15,391
Optima 2,496 4,958 21,764 28,324
Sedona 3,309 4,801 33,404 35,229
Sorento 4,868 5,000 29,846 26,263
Amanti 1,769 652 7,107 11,347
Total 26,429 26,052 173,007 169,138
Source: Kia Motors America
Hyundai Momentum Continues With Second Consecutive All-Time Record Sales Month
Hyundai Motor America announced sales of 47,205 vehicles for the month of July, improving on the one-month all-time sales record set in June. Hyundai's second-consecutive all-time record saw a sales increase of 6.2 percent over last July, raising 2006 year-to-date sales 4.6 percent over 2005.
The new-for-'06 Sonata continues to lead Hyundai's line-up, followed by the fuel-efficient Elantra which resonates with consumers as gasoline prices remain high. In July, Sonata sales improved by 43.7 percent over 2005. "The second half of 2006 has started off strong," said Mark Barnes, vice president, National Sales, Hyundai Motor America. "With another record-setting month, we're continuing the sales momentum established in the first half of the year."
All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America's Best Warranty. Hyundai buyers are protected by a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, a 5-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, a 7-year/unlimited-mile anti-perforation warranty and 5-year/unlimited-mile roadside assistance protection.
Following is the sales breakdown for July 2006: CARLINE
JULY/2006 JULY/2005 CY2006 CY2005 ACCENT
4,030 3,756 21,476 25,666 SONATA
14,039 9,768 101,400 65,302 ELANTRA
10,033 13,140 62,694 73,679 TIBURON
2,080 2,373 11,234 12,679 SANTA FE
8,027 7,949 32,216 47,036 XG350/AZERA
2,569 1,551 16,487 9,653 TUCSON
5,095 5,894 31,697 34,853 ENTOURAGE
1,332 n/a 4,036 n/a TOTAL
47,205 44,431 281,240 268,868
Source: Hyundai Motor America
Chrysler Group Reports July 2006 U.S. Sales
* Sales of Chrysler 300 rise 4 percent over July 2005 results * Dodge Charger sales increase 53 percent over July 2005 results * July retail sales increase 9 percent month-over-month versus June 2006 * Jeep Compass sales finish July at a brisk pace * Employee Pricing Plus program continues through August 31, 2006
-- Chrysler Group reported U.S. sales for July of 150,349 units, a decline of 35 percent compared to the record July sales of 240,146 units. All sales are reported on an adjusted basis unless otherwise reported.
"This month is a tough comparison against last July when our Employee Pricing Plus program delivered the strongest July in company history," said Steven Landry, Vice President - Sales and Field Operations, Chrysler Group. "However, in the face of higher interest rates and higher energy costs, the launch of our current Employee Pricing Plus program helped drive showroom traffic and grow our monthly retail sales 9 percent."
The Chrysler 300 posted a solid month of sales with 10,637 units sold during July 2006, an increase of 4 percent over previous year sales of 10,596 units. Chrysler brand vehicles posted sales of 38,124 units, a decline of 35 percent compared to record July 2005 sales of 61,193 units.
Sales of Jeep(R) brand vehicles declined 34 percent to 35,831 units. Previous year sales totaled 56,280 units. The Jeep Compass posted brisk sales of 707 units despite a late July availability. Vehicles are still arriving at dealerships nationwide, and response to the vehicle from customers and dealers has been positive.
The Dodge Charger continues to be a strong market performer with sales of 8,074, an increase of 53 percent over July 2005 sales of 5,495 units. Sales of Dodge brand vehicles totaled 76,394 units, a decline of 35 percent compared to previous year sales of 122,673. Dodge Sprinter sales totaled 1,880 units, a 5 percent increase over July 2005 sales.
The Chrysler Group announces that the Employee Pricing Plus program will continue through August 31, 2006. With Employee Pricing Plus, customers receive employee pricing on virtually all 2006 model year vehicles, plus zero percent financing for 36 months (or cash back), plus the 30-Day Return Program, allowing customers to return a vehicle for any reason within 30 days after purchase.
"Consumers are wrestling with higher interest rates and other increased household costs on a monthly basis," said Michael Manley, Vice President - Sales Strategy and Dealer Operations, Chrysler Group. "We have decided to continue the Employee Pricing Plus program with employee pricing, zero percent financing and a 30-day return program through the end of August in an effort to address their concerns and drive dealership traffic and sales."
The Chrysler Group product offensive continues with the imminent arrival of the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and the Jeep Wrangler in the next few weeks, along with the Chrysler Sebring, Chrysler Aspen and Dodge Nitro following this fall.
Chrysler Group finished the month with 560,210 units of inventory, or a 93-day supply and a decrease of 87,485 units from the end of June 2006.
DaimlerChrysler Corporation U.S. Sales Summary Thru July 2006
DaimlerChrysler Corporation U.S. Sales Summary Thru July 2006
Month Sales DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Sebring 1,205 4,569 -73% -74%
Concorde 0 0 0% 0%
300 10,637 10,596 4% 0%
Crossfire 233 1,364 -82% -83%
PT Cruiser 9,734 13,077 -23% -26%
Pacifica 4,759 9,932 -50% -52%
Town & Country 11,556 21,655 -45% -47%
CHRYSLER BRAND 38,124 61,193 -35% -38%
Sales CYTD DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Sebring 43,874 56,574 -22% -22%
Concorde 0 210 -100% -100%
300 83,772 84,167 0% 0%
Crossfire 5,454 9,014 -39% -39%
PT Cruiser 79,887 78,625 2% 2%
Pacifica 47,227 54,694 -13% -14%
Town & Country 100,443 122,293 -17% -18%
CHRYSLER BRAND 360,657 405,577 -11% -11%
Month Sales DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Compass 707 0 0% 0%
Wrangler 7,935 11,704 -29% -32%
Liberty 9,702 20,245 -50% -52%
Grand Cherokee 10,124 24,331 -57% -58%
Commander 7,363 0 0% 0%
JEEP BRAND 35,831 56,280 -34% -36%
Sales CYTD DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Compass 707 0 0% 0%
Wrangler 43,200 52,155 -17% -17%
Liberty 79,808 103,229 -22% -23%
Grand Cherokee 82,995 131,865 -37% -37%
Commander 47,037 0 0% 0%
JEEP BRAND 253,747 287,249 -11% -12%
Month Sales DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Neon 361 10,049 -96% -96%
Caliber 7,187 0 0% 0%
Stratus 630 4,112 -84% -85%
Intrepid 0 N/A N/A
Charger 8,074 5,495 53% 47%
Viper 138 104 38% 33%
Magnum 1,718 4,203 -57% -59%
Dakota 7,468 13,567 -43% -45%
Ram P/U 32,793 48,710 -30% -33%
Caravan 12,804 23,969 -44% -47%
Durango 3,341 10,524 -67% -68%
Ram Van/Wagon 0 76 -100% -100%
Sprinter Van 1,880 1,864 5% 1%
DODGE BRAND 76,394 122,673 -35% -38%
Sales CYTD DR % Vol %
Model Curr Yr Pr Yr Change Change
Neon 16,742 75,996 -78% -78%
Caliber 50,881 0 0% 0%
Stratus 49,194 64,302 -23% -23%
Intrepid 0 298 -100% -100%
Charger 67,079 11,690 477% 474%
Viper 881 897 -1% -2%
Magnum 23,731 35,210 -32% -33%
Dakota 47,965 69,116 -30% -31%
Ram P/U 215,967 244,629 -11% -12%
Caravan 138,617 150,239 -7% -8%
Durango 42,212 72,671 -42% -42%
Ram Van/Wagon 0 402 -100% -100%
Sprinter Van 12,222 9,755 26% 25%
DODGE BRAND 665,491 735,205 -9% -9%
TOTAL CHRYSLER GROUP 150,349 240,146 -35% -37%
TOTAL CG CAR 29,268 38,272 -20% -24%
TOTAL CG TRUCK 121,081 201,874 -38% -40%
Selling Days 26 26
TOTAL CHRYSLER GROUP 1,279,895 1,428,031 -10% -10%
TOTAL CG CAR 325,795 316,797 3% 3%
TOTAL CG TRUCK 954,100 1,111,234 -14% -14%
Selling Days 177 178
Source: Chrysler Group
Toyota Reports July Sales
Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported its all-time best-ever monthly sales of 241,826 vehicles, an increase of 16.2 percent over July 2005. Calendar-year-to-date (CYTD) sales total 1,465,368 units, up 10.8 percent over the same period last year.
"Market conditions are playing to traditional Toyota strengths of fuel efficiency, a strong passenger car offerings as well as our comprehensive hybrid lineup," commented Jim Lentz, TMS executive vice president. "We fared reasonably well in the tough truck market, where fuel costs and heavy incentives are ongoing challenges."
The Toyota Division posted its all-time best-ever sales month of 214,867, up 17.7 percent. The Lexus Division reported best-ever July sales with 26,959 units sold, an increase of 5.6 percent.
Toyota Division
Toyota Division passenger cars recorded all-time best-ever monthly sales of 130,109, up 24.9 percent over the same period last year. Passenger car sales were led by the Corolla, which posted July sales of 41,800 and an increase of 42.3 percent over last July. The Camry Hybrid, which went on sale in late April, reported sales of 5,023 units in July. Total Camry enjoyed combined July sales of 41,892 units, up 1.3 percent. The all-new Yaris subcompact, which went on sale in March, posted sales totaling 10,137 units for the month. The Prius gas-electric hybrid mid-size sedan posted July sales of 11,114, an increase of 19.3 percent.
Toyota Division light truck sales were up 8.1 percent, with a best-ever July total of 84,758 units. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact sport utility vehicle (SUV) with all-time best-ever monthly sales of 14,755, up 107.5 percent over the same period last year. 4Runner enjoyed July sales of 9,346 units, up 4.4 percent. The all-new FJ Cruiser, which went on sale in March, reported sales of 6,309 units. The Highlander Hybrid gas-electric mid- size SUV reported sales of 2,784 units for the month. The Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined July sales of 11,999.
Scion reported all-time best-ever monthly sales with 18,408 units sold. The tC sport coupe led the way with unsurpassed monthly sales of 8,780 units, up 15.2 percent. Scion xB sales were up 43.5 percent, posting July sales of 6,666 units. The xA also had July sales totaling 2,962 units, up 21.9 percent.
Lexus Division
Lexus passenger cars posted best-ever July sales with 16,157 units, an increase of 22.1 percent. Passenger car sales were led by the all-new ES 350 luxury sedan with best-ever July sales of 7,803 units, up 19.2 percent. The IS luxury sport sedans reported best-ever July sales of 4,848 units, an 877.1 percent increase. The IS 250 sales totaled 3,352, with the IS 350 recording sales of 1,496 units. The all-new limited-production GS 450h luxury hybrid performance sedan posted sales of 157 units, while combined sales of the GS 430 and GS 450h totaled 299 units. The V6 powered GS 300 added 1,776 units to the GS series total.
Lexus Division light trucks reported July sales totaling 10,802 units. The 2006 RX 400h luxury hybrid SUV reported sales of 1,220 units for the month. The RX 350 and RX 400h enjoyed combined July sales of 8,492 units.
TMS calendar-year-to-date hybrid sales broke the 100,000-unit sales milestone, reporting 105,808 hybrid units. In July, hybrids sales totaled 20,298 units.
Sales of North American-built vehicles accounted for 50.0 percent of total July sales. There were 25 selling days this sales month compared to 26 selling days last July.
TOYOTA RETAIL SALES (INCLUDES FLEET & HAWAII) July, 2006 ----- CURRENT MONTH --- -- CALENDAR YEAR TO DATE -
- DSR % DSR % 2006 2005 CHG 2006 2005 CHG YARIS 10,137 0 -- 32,822 0 -- COROLLA 41,800 30,557 42.3 239,103 204,611 17.5 CAMRY 41,892 43,004 1.3 260,409 259,611 0.9 AVALON 6,757 9,432 -25.5 51,793 52,393 -0.6 PRIUS 11,114 9,691 19.3 59,270 62,999 -5.4 SCION xA 2,962 2,528 21.9 19,794 15,419 29.1 SCION xB 6,666 4,831 43.5 38,041 31,964 19.7 SCION tC 8,780 7,929 15.2 46,313 42,767 8.9 TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. PASS. CAR 130,109 108,301 24.9 747,573 674,820 11.4 ES 350 7,803 6,810 19.2 40,392 39,258 3.5 LS 430 971 2,350 -57.0 7,687 15,971 -51.6 SC 430 460 707 -32.3 3,547 4,799 -25.7 GS 300 1,776 2,785 -33.7 13,125 15,164 -13.0 GS 430/450h 299 589 -47.2 2,443 3,524 -30.3 IS 250/350 4,848 516 877.1 31,794 3,133 920.5 TOTAL LEXUS PASS. CAR 16,157 13,757 22.1 98,988 81,849 21.6 TOTAL TOYOTA PASS. CAR 146,266 122,058 24.6 846,561 756,669 12.5 SIENNA 13,834 18,293 -21.4 94,619 96,357 -1.2 RAV4 14,755 7,394 107.5 89,770 43,343 108.3 FJ CRUISER 6,309 0 -- 27,778 0 -- 4RUNNER 9,346 9,309 4.4 64,212 61,386 5.2 HIGHLANDER 11,999 14,223 -12.3 73,356 84,635 -12.8 LAND CRUISER 238 451 -45.1 1,863 2,964 -36.8 SEQUOIA 2,653 4,325 -36.2 19,551 28,494 -31.0 TOTAL SUV 45,300 35,702 32.0 276,530 220,822 25.9 4X2 TACOMA 9,412 9,689 1.0 60,826 56,676 7.9 4X4 TACOMA 5,927 6,721 -8.3 40,377 37,666 7.8 TOTAL TACOMA 15,339 16,410 -2.8 101,203 94,342 7.9 TUNDRA 10,285 11,149 -4.1 67,743 75,578 -9.9 TOTAL PICKUP 25,624 27,559 -3.3 168,946 169,920 0.0 TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. LT TRUCK 84,758 81,554 8.1 540,095 487,099 11.5 LX 470 341 893 -60.3 3,210 4,566 -29.3 GX 470 1,969 2,847 -28.1 13,728 19,080 -27.6 RX 350/400h 8,492 9,065 -2.6 61,774 63,073 -1.5 TOTAL LEXUS LIGHT TRUCK 10,802 12,805 -12.3 78,712 86,719 -8.7 TOTAL TOYOTA LIGHT TRUCK 95,560 94,359 5.3 618,807 573,818 8.4 TOTAL TOYOTA DIV. 214,867 189,855 17.7 1,287,668 1,161,919 11.4 TOTAL LEXUS 26,959 26,562 5.6 177,700 168,568 6.0 TOTAL TOYOTA 241,826 216,417 16.2 1,465,368 1,330,487 10.8 MEMO: DOM. COROLLA 34,291 29,830 19.6 204,648 198,737 3.6 DOM. CAMRY 30,917 38,031 -15.5 218,874 246,391 -10.7 DOM. PICKUP 25,624 27,559 -3.3 168,946 169,920 0.0 DOM. RX 330 6,760 5,702 23.3 41,271 39,734 4.5 SELLING DAYS 25 26 177 178 TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT CAR 58,144 31,008 95.0 272,258 177,299 54.4 LEXUS IMPORT CAR 16,157 13,757 22.1 98,988 81,849 21.6 TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT CARS 71,965 77,293 -3.2 475,315 497,521 -3.9 TOTAL TOYOTA CARS 146,266 122,058 24.6 846,561 756,669 12.5 TOYOTA DIV. IMPORT LT TRUCK 42,647 31,377 41.4 256,979 192,328 34.4 LEXUS IMPORT LT TRUCK 4,042 7,103 -40.8 37,441 46,985 -19.9 TOYOTA DIV NA BUILT LT TRUCK 42,111 50,177 -12.7 283,116 294,771 -3.4 LEXUS NA BUILT LT TRUCK 6,760 5,702 23.3 41,271 39,734 4.5 TOTAL TOYOTA LT TRUCK 95,560 94,359 5.3 618,807 573,818 8.4 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 49,793 48,507 6.8 327,464 307,541 7.1 Memo: Lexus Sport Utility 10,802 12,805 -12.3 78,712 86,719 -8.7 SMALL VANS 13,834 18,293 -21.4 94,619 96,357 -1.2 PICKUPS 25,624 27,559 -3.3 168,946 169,920 0.0 * NORTH AMERICAN BUILT VEHICLES COROLLA 34,291 29,830 19.6 204,648 198,737 3.6 CAMRY 30,917 38,031 -15.5 218,874 246,391 -10.7 AVALON 6,757 9,432 -25.5 51,793 52,393 -0.6 SIENNA 13,834 18,293 -21.4 94,619 96,357 -1.2 PICKUP 25,624 27,559 -3.3 168,946 169,920 0.0 SEQUOIA 2,653 4,325 -36.2 19,551 28,494 -31.0 RX 330 6,760 5,702 23.3 41,271 39,734 4.5 TOTAL 120,836 133,172 -5.6 799,702 832,026 -3.3 N.A. VEHICLES % OF TOTAL 50.0% 61.5% 54.6% 62.5% SELLING DAYS 25 26 177 178 DSR = DAILY SELLING RATE
Troy Aikman @ Full Throttle!; Aikman's Next Touchdown Will Be His Business Jet Landing in Canton, Ohio for Induction Into the NFL Football Hall of Fame On August 5th
Whether boarding a business jet to the next NFL Fox broadcast, racing to meet his NASCAR team or cruising to his Dallas Ford dealership, Troy Aikman manages his Hall of Fame career at full throttle.
You'd think after 12 bruising NFL seasons, six Pro Bowl selections, four NFC title games and three Super Bowl rings it would be time for this retired Dallas Cowboy to slow down and smell the mesquite. Not Aikman!
Since his last season with The Cowboys five years ago, Aikman, 39, has been pedal-to-the-metal. One day you might catch him huddled with Roger Staubach and NASCAR Driver Terry Labonte of their Hall of Fame racing team. The next day could find Aikman in the Meadowlands with partner Joe Buck broadcasting a Giants/Redskins game. Then it's back home to Dallas and the Ford Dealership that bears his name.
In between games, races and speaking engagements you might find Aikman taping a commercial or visiting children at a local hospital equipped with a special media room made possible by donations from the Troy Aikman foundation.
So how does this football legend from Henryetta, Oklahoma manage his schedule? With a lot of help from Gold Jets, his aircraft management company, and a well utilized Hawker 800XP business jet.
"Much of what I do requires fast and easy transportation," Aikman explained. "With the Hawker, I have a business tool that helps me manage my time and become more productive. It's very well equipped with many of the amenities you'd expect in a land based office. Here I can conduct business as usual including reviewing game footage in preparation for the next broadcast."
Aikman said he utilizes the aircraft between 30 and 50 hours a month. The rest of the time the business jet, along with the crew, is put to good use by Gold Jets as a charter aircraft to help offset the cost of aircraft ownership.
When Aikman is not traveling to his next scheduled appointment, he is at home with his wife Rhonda and three daughters, Rachel, Jordan and Alex. "Time with my family is very precious to me. The aircraft allows me to be more productive and gets me home at a reasonable time."
Although the final NFL broadcast schedule has not been published, there is one date that Aikman has written in ink: August 5, 2006, induction into the NFL Hall of Fame.
"I still can't believe it's been five years since I retired and that I'm now going to be enshrined in Canton with some of the all-time greats of the NFL," Aikman said. "For me, it's the ultimate honor and I am humbled by the whole experience."
After Canton, Aikman and Buck will broadcast two NFL preseason games then 17 weeks of regular season games. (Unlike the teams he analyzes, they don't get a bye week.) This will be Aikman's sixth season on Fox as an analyst for the number one NFL broadcast team.
"I enjoy broadcasting and the fact it allows me to remain close to the game that I love," explained Aikman who has been nominated for an Emmy award. "Success in the broadcast booth is largely dependant on those around you. We have a great crew."
The next time you hear the roar of an engine in the air, on the track or going down the street, it could be Aikman in quest of his latest venture. After all, it's hard to hit cruise control when your career is at full throttle. -0-
Quick Facts Name: Troy Aikman Age: 39 Occupation: Fox Sports NFL Analyst
Co-owner, NASCAR Hall of Fame Racing Owner, Ford Dealership, Dallas, TX
Former Dallas Cowboys Quarterback Noteworthy: Induction into NFL Hall of
Fame, August 5, 2006 Three Super Bowl Titles Aircraft Owned: Hawker 800XP
