All GLG News Analyses Filed Under: Automotive

China Auto Trend 5: Utilization of China's Auto Capacities for Global Expansion

September 5, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Geely Auto makes official bid to buy Ford's Volvo | autonews.gasgoo.com

The fifth of the Eight Overarching China Automotive Trends That Are Revolutionizing the Auto Industry deals with how the growth and development of the China automotive market changes the automotive business model for the global auto industry. While it is obvious that China already has become the world’s factory for “everyday low price” merchandise, the ramifications of the rapid development of the Chinese automotive base on the global auto industry may not be as intuitively obvious. 

Jack LiftonManaging DirectorJack Lifton, LLC

Will The Chevrolet Volt Even Be Built as A Production Model? That's The Question

September 4, 2009

Analysis of:Audi U.S. president Johan de Nysschen addresses Chevrolet Volt is for idiots firestorm via Facebook | www.autoblog.com

The Audi USA president is simply vocalizing what is on everyone's mind in the OEM automotive world. His basic sentiment that the Volt is an idiotic concept is widely shared wherever in the world cars are designed , built, and marketed by existing mass producers.

Chrysler's Fatal Flaw - model lineup

September 3, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Chrysler Said to Set Board Review of Models, Fiat Integration | www.bloomberg.com

Chrysler will not be able to make the tough decisions necessary to revamp their model lineup due to their "debt" to the Unions.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

U.S. Auto Sales SAAR At 11.1 Million: Demand Will Be Down For Rest Of 2009

September 2, 2009

Analysis of:Car Makers Upbeat As Sales Rebound | online.wsj.com

Did the 690,000 new vehicles put on U.S. roads by the "Cash For Clunkers" program boost sales in August? You bet. Unfortunately there is likely to be a downturn in sales through the rest of 2009.

Craig CarlsonCEO & Managing DirectorCarlson Group LLC

Chrysler/Fiat to make Major New Product Decisions

September 2, 2009

Analysis of: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.

Ford Must Embrace Smart Grid for EV's to be Successful

September 2, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Ford announces electric vehicle-to-grid communications system | green.autoblog.com

Question: Does this move help Ford jump into the innovation mix that has recently left them behind? The short answer: Yes, it helps somewhat.  Ford, like every large Electric Vehicle company, needs to work with DOE's Clean Cities and Smart Grid to ensure there is somewhere their customers can charge their new cars, pay for it, and not take down the grid doing it.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

Toyota Will Feel The Heat Of California Lawmakers In NUMMI Plant Closing

September 1, 2009

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

Despite pleas by the UAW, the California legislature, the U.S. Departments of Labor and Commerce and local government officials, Toyota Motor Co. will close an assembly plant for the first time in its 72 year history.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

Volkswagen Has An Ambitious North American Plan: Will It Work?

August 30, 2009

Analysis of:VW Chief Winterkorn Said to Be Considered to Lead Porsche SE | www.bloomberg.com

The global economic crisis has taken its toll on virtually every major automaker, but the effects have varied significantly between firms. Volkswagen, on the other hand, posted record profits in the past year.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

The Detroit 3 Had A Wild Ride In August. 13 Million SAAR To Follow?

August 28, 2009

Analysis of:GM Looks For Sales Rebound | online.wsj.com

Auto sales in August are likely to hit their highest level this year, helped by the successful "Cash For Clunkers" program. The Detroit 3 had mixed results.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

"Cash For Clunkers" Party Is Over: When Does The Hangover Start?

August 27, 2009

Analysis of:Nissan Leads Auto Shares Lower on Clunker Program’s End, Yen | www.bloomberg.com

Now that the federal Cash For Clunkers program is over, industry analysts expect a big decline in auto sales in coming weeks.

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