Magna Will Find Better Targets for Their Attention and Their Cash
November 6, 2009
Magna Ends Hunt for Automaker, Eyes Suppliers | www.autonews.com
Magna may have risked alienating certain customers, especially in regards to component technology development, if they had succeeded with the Opel partial purchase.Magna is developing good partnerships in the growth segments of electronic, software, sensor, battery, and power management, so a growing interest in shopping for those suppliers that can be added to Magna's electronics or eletrical component product portfolio makes very good sense.
Pre-Owned Certified Gaining Traction
September 20, 2009
Secondhand Luxury Helps BMW, Mercedes Dealers Lure U.S. Buye | www.bloomberg.com
BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus and all are seeing a glut of pre-owned vehicles on the market. This is partially fueled by lease returns, but bank repos and early trade-ins due to high, unaffordable payments are a major contributor.
Hybrid Wars - Toyota vs. Paice
September 8, 2009
Toyota Patent Trade Case May Threaten Hybrid Imports | www.bloomberg.com
The Hybrid Drive Wars have begun. Toyota, the global leader in hybrid technology and issued patents faces a litigation minded, technology development company led by experienced automotive professionals.
Chrysler/Fiat to make Major New Product Decisions
September 2, 2009
Chrysler Said to Set Board Review of Models, Fiat Integration | www.bloomberg.com
Chrysler Group LLC is finalizing its next generation products and will present to its board in September. This is a very large challenge on many levels. Issues including CAFE Standards, new platforms, Fiat/Chrysler integration and production volume must be addressed.
GM Adjusts Production Reflecting Increased Demand
August 20, 2009
GM to Raise Vehicle Production | online.wsj.com
GM is increasing its production of certain vehicles and returning approximately 1500 people to work.
Ford Pioneers Smart Grid - PHEV Communication System
August 20, 2009
Ford announces electric vehicle-to-grid communications system | green.autoblog.com
Ford, in conjunction with a range of utility partners, is moving forward with a next generation smart charging system that will communicate with both the driver and the power grid.
Ford Leading the Way with New Models
August 10, 2009
Ford Speeds New Models to Build on Gain in U.S. Sales | www.bloomberg.com
Ford's acceleration of its vehicle development is starting to pay dividends. Their next generation vehicles both look good and are well matched to projected demand.
Toyota Adjusts to Global Industry Changes
August 7, 2009
Toyota Streamlines North American Management to Speed Recovery | www.bloomberg.com
Toyota has realigned its US management to both respond to market changes faster and proactively adjust its product mix and planning volumes.
July 17, 2009
GM's Lutz Makes Another U-Turn | online.wsj.com
* Market just becoming aware of G8 * Not may V-8 performance RWD vehicles * Ford eliminating Crown Vic in near term, Police replacement? * Goes in wrong direction regarding CAFE requirements
July 17, 2009
U.S. House Passes Bill Making GM, Chrysler Rehire Car Dealers | www.bloomberg.com
* Very Close House Vote 219-208 * Not a Priority for Senate * President opposes * May have Legal problems
Toyota's California Plant Exit Makes Sense
September 17, 2009
It's Possible Berkshire Hathaway Could Help Kraft Acquire Cadbury
September 10, 2009
California's Impact on the Las Vegas Strip, City Center & the port of LA
September 8, 2009
Toyota Will Feel The Heat Of California Lawmakers In NUMMI Plant Closing
September 1, 2009
US Hotel Industry Recession Enters New Rate Erosion Phase
September 1, 2009