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Jack Sayer Posted April 21, 2008
Good Idea General Motors, Now Lets Get Moving!
Analysis of: GM Realigns Management Of Its Eight Vehicle Brands | online.wsj.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner Sayer Partners LLC
The formation of a premium channel for GM's three upscale brands is likely to aid the company in its oft-stated goal of more dealership consolidations.
Jean-Pierre James Elsener Posted April 21, 2008
TATA on the way to become the world's best automotive company
Analysis of: India's Tata Motors to make trucks in South Africa | www.reuters.com
Author: Jean-Pierre James Elsener, Owner Elsener Consulting & Trading LLC
Thanks to its focus on Africa and other developing region TATA might be not only beneficial to its host countries but to the environment at large, too.
Posted April 18, 2008
The Volt - GM's Attempt at Green Marketing without the Green Product or the Green Return
Analysis of: Volt plug-in hybrid is 'No. 1 priority,' GM says | www.msnbc.msn.com
Author: Mark Fendley, Continuous Improvement Manager BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC
The GM Volt will contain a battery pack technology that is largely unproven and  largely untested to withstand automotive environmental and reliability requirements. In addition, the manufacturing of Lithium Ion battery packs on the scale that will be needed for Volt production is an environmentally...
Jack Sayer Posted April 18, 2008
VW Hopes "Max" Advertising Builds On Sales Momentum
Analysis of: VW Looks to Improve Owner Loyalty | blogs.cars.com
Author: Jack Sayer, Managing Partner Sayer Partners LLC
VW may be having a good run right now, but the brand seems to become front-of-mind only when it introduces a product that catches the nation's imagination.
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 Owner Loyalty - More Than Image and Events
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
GM Will Deliver Because They Can
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
GM cuts gasoline consumption by?
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...
Jack Sayer 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.
Jack Sayer 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.
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