All GLG News Analyses Filed Under: Automotive

Green Stimulus Funding Boosts Hybrid Electric Vehicle Industry

August 27, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Electric car grants worth $2.4 billion unveiled | money.cnn.com

As noted in this template article, the $2.4 billion of stimulus funding is the largest investment in advanced battery technology for hybrid and electric-drive vehicles, and it stands as much-needed relief for U.S. automakers amidst the strain of severe financial losses and increased future fuel efficiency and emissions standards. It is also designed to keep American automakers competitive, as the global industry shifts more towards electric vehicles.

Nissan Struggles with Quality, Brand Image

August 26, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

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

In the recent past product quality of the Quest, Armada and Titan here North America have tarnished Nissan's image.New small car designs are getting some attention.Costs and the Yen exchange rate are hurting profitability.Success in this market requires hard work and a strong brand image. Nissan is not quite the strong brand that Toyota and Honda are.

China Auto Trend 4: Investment in New Energy Vehicles & Related Infrastructure

August 22, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Electric Cars: China's Power Play | www.time.com

The fourth of the Eight Overarching China Automotive Trends That Are Revolutionizing the Auto Industry was highlighted by this author in the article China's Next Revolution: Transforming the Global Automotive Industry (published on GLG News June 18, 2009). Several macroeconomic and sociopolitical challenges are directly linked with the automotive industry: the redistribution of global economic power, energy dependence, global trade balance and environmental concerns.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

GM: Are eBay And a $4000 Car Enough to Turn Things Around?

August 21, 2009

Analysis of:GM to Raise Vehicle Production | online.wsj.com

GM's effort to sell new cars on eBay in California is generating interest, of longer term significance, however, may be its plans to produce a $4000 car for emerging markets.

Why not show how using 85% Ethanol (E85) results in lower pertoleum usage?

August 21, 2009

Analysis by: GLG Expert Contributor

Analysis of:Another Outrage of the Ethanol Scam: Increased Gasoline Consumption | www.energytribune.com

The article is true to its point. The use of E10 or 10% ethanol versus 90% gasoline, may consume more petroleum. But if I would like to drive an alternative fuel vehicle, that vehicle will use more of the alternative fuel E85 or 85% ethanol and only 15% gasoline.

Jack LiftonManaging DirectorJack Lifton, LLC

Autoblog Misunderstood What Bill Ford Said About Batteries Used By Ford

August 20, 2009

Analysis of:Chevy Volt's 230 mpg rating, ad campaign comes under fire from Bill Ford, AdAge | green.autoblog.com

The Autoblog.com article I am analyzing is poorly edited, poorly fact-checked, and poorly written. William Clay Ford, could not have said what the article attributed to him in the context described.

Craig CarlsonCEO & Managing DirectorCarlson Group LLC

GM Adjusts Production Reflecting Increased Demand

August 20, 2009

Analysis of:GM to Raise Vehicle Production | online.wsj.com

GM is increasing its production of certain vehicles and returning approximately 1500 people to work.

Craig CarlsonCEO & Managing DirectorCarlson Group LLC

Ford Pioneers Smart Grid - PHEV Communication System

August 20, 2009

Analysis of: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.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

Is There Any Good News For Global AutoMakers? Yes: Volkswagen

August 18, 2009

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

Just about two years ago, Volkswagen's CEO promised that the automaker would be No. 1 worldwide in unit sales, profit, quality and image. Was it pie in the sky? Not really.

Jack SayerManaging PartnerSayer Partners LLC

Clunker Payment Woes Continue. Why Can't The Feds Get It Get It Right?

August 17, 2009

Analysis of:Car Plants Bet On Sales Rebound | online.wsj.com

As domestic and import automakers gear up auto production for the rest of 2009, the catalyst for this increase, "Cash For Clunkers" is still causing headaches for dealers attempting to get paid on deliveries.

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