All GLG News Analyses Filed Under: Automotive

China Auto Trend 6: Hyper-Competition Across China Automotive Market Segments

September 30, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:China: booming car sales, tiny profits | www.businessweek.com

The sixth of the Eight Overarching China Automotive Trends That Are Revolutionizing the Auto Industry concerns the rapidly changing structure of the China automotive market and its impact on the competitive landscape.  While many Vehicle Manufacturers have reported robust sales in 2009, what may not be understood or appreciated among those who are observing the growth in sales is that China is a market where quantity of sales should not be confused with quality of sales. 

Recognising a basic shift in the labour market.

September 30, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:GM, Reva tie up for electric vehicles | www.business-standard.com

It seems that light has begun to dawn on the GM top management!They are now correctly focussing on two long term trends:1.The shift from conventional cars to electrics and hybrids,and2.The progressive upgradation of labour intensive Asian markets to high technology- intensive ones.

GM - REVA Agreement a Practical Step for GM in Electric Vehicles

September 26, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:GM, Reva tie up for electric vehicles | www.business-standard.com

GM is taking a practical approach to expanding its electric vehicle product technology and consumer experience in a market where there is limited existing infrastructure that favors fossil fuels over electric vehicles.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

GM; Looks To Get The Jump On Imports With Electric Car In India

September 25, 2009

Analysis of:GM, Reva tie up for electric vehicles | www.business-standard.com

The development of small electric vehicles offers tremendous growth potential for the automotive industry, and General Motors, is getting the jump on its competitors by developing EVs for sale in India.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

Cash For Clunkers New Car Incentives Helped Used Car Giant CarMax

September 23, 2009

Analysis of:CarMax Raised To Neutral From Sell By Pali Capital>KMX | online.wsj.com

While used cars didn't qualify under the federal Cash For Clunkers program, CarMax credits the program with spiking traffic at its stores. As the theory goes, some new car buyers who didn't qualify for the new car credit turned to CarMax's used cars to scratch the car-buying itch.

China's Geely & Beijing Automotive announce their ambitions !

September 23, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:China’s Geely, Beijing Automotive Target Volvo, Saab | www.bloomberg.com

1.These bids clearly show that these manufacturers have Europe in mind as a future market in the future.2.The best way to really acquire technology is to acquire the company where this resides- hence the bid.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

"Cash For Clunkers" Final Tally: Good News, Bad News For Domestic Three

September 20, 2009

Analysis of:GM May Boost Output Of New Models | online.wsj.com

The final tally is in on the most popular purchases and most popular trade-ins under "Cash For Clunkers." Ford Focus finished No. 1 for favorite buy. The Ford Explorer was the No. 1 trade-in. How did the Detroit 3 do versus the imports? Here's the final tally.

Craig CarlsonCEO & Managing DirectorCarlson Group LLC

Pre-Owned Certified Gaining Traction

September 20, 2009

Analysis of: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.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

Toyota's California Plant Exit Makes Sense

September 17, 2009

Analysis of:Toyota Will Shut California Plant in First Closure | www.bloomberg.com

Toyota has faced criticism from California lawmakers, the U.S. Departments of Labor and Commerce and local government officials over its decision to close its California assembly plant. However, from Toyota's perspective, the decision makes sense.

Innovation and Size Cannot Overcome Economic Realty for Major Suppiler Bosch

September 17, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Bosch to cut 10,000 jobs this year | europe.autonews.com

Bosch' strategy focus on innovation is a good one. However, the realities of the downturn in their major markets and the competition in Asia will take time to respond and adjust to. Their major business is in Europe and North America.

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