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Posted April 17, 2008
Can the Genral Motors Volt meet the expectations?
Analysis of: Volt plug-in hybrid is 'No. 1 priority,' GM says | www.msnbc.msn.com
Author: Michael Kowalski, Consultant Michael Kowalski
General Motors has been exploring and developing alternative drivetrains for many years. These designs have not yet reached the stage of commercial viability for a variety of reasons. However recent events such as increased fuel prices, tougher fuel economy regulations, increased public concerns for...
Posted April 17, 2008
VW Looks to Improve Owner Loyalty
Analysis of: VW Looks to Improve Owner Loyalty | blogs.cars.com
Author: GLG Member Program Contributor
Retention of owners to a brand is driven by many factors.  Increased sales objectives need to assume conquesting will also be critical.  Treatment of owners is just as important as treatment of first time customers.  Loyalty is a means to a larger goal - profitable sales. 
Posted April 17, 2008
Volt plug-in hybrid is 'No. 1 priority,' GM says
Analysis of: Volt plug-in hybrid is 'No. 1 priority,' GM says | www.msnbc.msn.com
Author: GLG Member Program Contributor
GM's Volt will create demand for another generation of hybrid vehicles. GM does possess the resources and skills to bring this vehicle to market.  Doing in "on schedule" may not matter if others have not made progress in the all electric arena.
Posted April 16, 2008
Volt plug-in hybrid is 'No. 1 priority,' GM says
Analysis of: Volt plug-in hybrid is 'No. 1 priority,' GM says | www.msnbc.msn.com
Author: GLG Member Program Contributor
   GM takes a leading role in reducing dependence on crude oil.  After the EV1 was undeservedly shot down, GM is back again and even better.  I feel any new technology, that will reduce or eliminate our dependence on foreign oil, is a win-win for the manufacturer and the consume...
Posted April 16, 2008
Can The Detroit Automakers Capitalize On The Weakened Dollar?
Analysis of: Detroit Sets Bold Goal: Exporting U.S. Cars | online.wsj.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner Sayer Partners LLC
The U.S. automakers are hoping that a decline in the dollar and renegotiated labor contracts will provide the spark they need to once again turn a profit.
Posted April 14, 2008
Downsizing Comes To Detroit----With A Vengeance
Analysis of: Wave of Consumer Automotive Buying Trending Away from Large Vehicles | www.goontheroad.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner Sayer Partners LLC
Shift in buying patterns picks up steam in 2008-leaving the Detroit Three with a revenue shortfall.
Posted April 14, 2008
Detroit Sets Bold Goal: Exporting U.S. Cars
Analysis of: Detroit Sets Bold Goal: Exporting U.S. Cars | online.wsj.com
Author: GLG Member Program Contributor
The ability to develop international markets isn't a new or unique idea. That an announcement by "Domestic" Automobile manufacturers that they plan to export a sizable number of vehicles to world markets really shouldn't generate such a buzz. The fact that it took cooperation with the UAW and a...
Posted April 14, 2008
Chinese Car Buyers Are Picking Up The Slack for Detroit Automakers
Analysis of: Detroit Sets Bold Goal: Exporting U.S. Cars | online.wsj.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner Sayer Partners LLC
2008 is shaping up to be the worst year for automakers since 1994, but emerging markets such as China are providing a unique opportunity for the Detroit Three.
Posted April 11, 2008
The Last Days of Cheap Chinese
Analysis of: The Last Days of Cheap Chinese | www.slate.com
Author: GLG Member Program Contributor
This article is must reading for anyone in China and anyone planning their next step.  The new era which we are entering will have China no longer as the workshop, but Chinese brands are the next logical step in this evolution. Readers learn where they may have erred on strategy, namely moving...
Posted April 11, 2008
Wave of Consumer Automotive Buying Trending Away from Large Vehicles
Analysis of: Wave of Consumer Automotive Buying Trending Away from Large Vehicles | www.goontheroad.com
Author: GLG Member Program Contributor
Consumer purchasing trend shows evidence of consumers concerns about gas prices.  Just looking at one brand, Ford - we see that the Ford Focus sales were up 24% in March, while the F series truck sales suffered the same margin of losses over the same period last year.  This reflects consumer...
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