Ford Mustang has been the best-selling sports car in the United States for the past 50 years, and now, thanks to growth in international markets, the iconic horse’s vehicle is the most popular sports car in the world, according to Ford analysis. IHS Markit recording world data in the sports car segment. The legendary Mustang expanded its sales lead during 2016, selling more than 150,000 vehicles, according to new data from the IHS Markit vehicle registry. Global sales increased 6% compared to 2015, driven by the growth of the international market. “The Mustang legacy continues to grow, and in places never reached before,” said Mark Schaller, Ford Mustang Marketing Manager. “We continue to make it available in new markets, and drivers in those markets continue to respond with resounding approval.”
