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Jack SayerSeptember 26, 2008
Which Automaker Brands Are Considered Top Value?
Analysis of: As it nears 100, GM faces a rough road ahead | www.msnbc.msn.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner, Sayer Partners LLC
With General Motors beginning it's second hundred years building cars and the U.S. automakers fighting for survival, let's take a look at how automakers are perceived relative to their value. Which automakers made this list?
Jack SayerSeptember 22, 2008
A $25 Billion Loan Will Not Be Enough For The Detroit Three
Analysis of: US Lawmakers Say Auto Loan Package Likely To Become Law | online.wsj.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner, Sayer Partners LLC
With all of the past weeks bailouts, buyouts, federal government purchases and bankruptcies', it was not surprising to hear that Congress is expected to approve a $25 billion loan package for the Detroit Three. However, there are a lot of "ifs" that will have to happen before Detroit is out of...
Jack SayerSeptember 17, 2008
Future of Auto Industry Up For Grabs With GM's Volt Debut
Analysis of: G.M. at 100: Is Its Future Electric? | www.nytimes.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner, Sayer Partners LLC
General Motors-the lumbering, money-losing giant of American industry-unveiled the long-awaited Chevy Volt this week to celebrate its 100th anniversary. The event though, marked more than a new car for GM and a triple-digit birthday. It could set the stage for for a change in the balance of...
Jack SayerSeptember 16, 2008
The Toughest Job At An Auto Dealership? Finance Manager.
Analysis of: Cutbacks at GMAC Mortgage Lender Could Crimp Profit Margins | online.wsj.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner, Sayer Partners LLC
Tight credit has replaced high gasoline prices as the chief impediment to selling a new vehicle. With customers adjusting to the gas prices, getting the right kind of credit approval has become the most important issue facing auto dealers.
Jack SayerSeptember 16, 2008
The Old Saying: "As GM Goes, So Goes The Nation," Still Counts For Something
Analysis of: Wagoner States Case For Federal Loans | online.wsj.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner, Sayer Partners LLC
The saying that, "as GM goes, so goes the nation," may not carry the same weight as it once did as our economic base has transitioned to services derived from proprietary and intellectual property, but it still counts for something.
September 16, 2008
Renault's Move Is Right; Right Size the Company For Striking and Non-Striking Employees
Analysis of: Job Cuts at Renault Spark Strike | news.bbc.co.uk
Author: Mark Fendley, Continuous Improvement Manager, BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC
As a result of soft sales, and soft volume projections, Renault must reach lower labor numbers through voluntary reductions. The pressures at Renault have been more intense than at other European OEM's as Carlos Ghosn applies pressure on vehicle development and launch timelines. The pressures,...
Alec PetersonSeptember 15, 2008
Nothing New
Analysis of: Sales Slump In Luxury Car Segment And Auto Makers Offer Deals | online.wsj.com
Author: Alec Peterson, Consultant, Alec Peterson, LLC
Subvented financing, subsidized residual values and factory-to-dealer money is nothing new in the Import Highline Group Market.  These factors coupled with an overall slowing of the economy is one reason why the captive lease portfolios of BMW, Acura, Mercedes, Audi, Infinity, Volvo, Saab and Jaguar...
Jack SayerSeptember 11, 2008
What Does Honda Know, That the Rest Of The Automakers Don't?
Analysis of: Honda: China August Sales Up 19.4% | online.wsj.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner, Sayer Partners LLC
While the rest of the auto industry suffers through the worst year in three decades in the U.S. and declining sales in other markets, Honda seems to have found the "magic bullet. What is it?
Michael CainSeptember 9, 2008
Why the Big US made auto's won't sell
Analysis of: Sales Slump In Luxury Car Segment And Auto Makers Offer Deals | online.wsj.com
Author: Michael Cain, President / Consultant, MFC Consulting
Current a condition is taking place in the auto industry that is not new put is puzzling to some auto observers.  Large American made cars simply are not selling in the US market place.  This is not the first time this has happened and will probably not be the last.  Here is why:  ...
Jack SayerSeptember 9, 2008
Automakers Offer More Incentives------Consumers Still Staying Away.
Analysis of: Sales Slump In Luxury Car Segment And Auto Makers Offer Deals | online.wsj.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner, Sayer Partners LLC
 Despite dramatic increases in incentive spending, U.S. auto sales tumbled for the 10th straight month. Incentives on slow-selling trucks and SUVs and GM's employee pricing promotion failed to ignite demand from struggling consumers in August.

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