Auto Warranty

The all new hybrid taxis can achieve more than double gas mileage of the original taxis. The brand of hybrids range from a small Toyota Prius or a nice Lexus Rx 400h.

Volkswagan announced last May that there would be a restructuring plan that would take place. The restructuring would also reduce production for the exporting market.  So far, the negotiations between VW and their workers have been on the rocks; however, VW is offering volunteer retiring program for their employees, which if I guess correctly, is probably better than what most American auto companies offered to their employees during restructuring.

So, it looks like even foreign car manufacturers are susceptible to loss too. While Toyota is adding workers and plants by the month, everyone else seems to be stagnant or in decline.

He admits that they’re behind in some areas, but in other areas, he claims, Ford is way ahead of the game. So, that, in his mind, puts Ford in an “ok” position.  

Like I said before, analysts still don’t believe Ford will make that goal. They say this because a weak inventory of new vehicles and a weary product strategy.

Ford has a lot of work to do. They’re supposed to be “innovation” driven, but it seems they’re still relying on large SUVs and trucks to keep them afloat. The buoyancy of their business is dependant upon a style of car that is becoming too expensive to drive and frowned on because of environmental issues.

Maybe Ford will stop trying to be “innovative” in their eyes and really become innovative. They’ve become innovative to their own definition, but I think their definition could be a tad off.

It seems, however, that Mr. Ford Jr. might be eating his own words about having the company back on track by 2008. The reason, or at least part of it, is the declining sales of SUVS. The explorer SUV dove 27 percent, and the expedition fell 30 percent, while gas prices rose 34 percent.  Not many people are buying SUVs because of economical concerns and high gas prices. And, since Ford’s flagship car was the explorer, there are major problems.

Restructuring a company is a difficult task; however, it seems that the company is doing a good job at cutting jobs. While Ford announced they would cut 30,000 jobs in x amount of years, they’re actually ahead with that statistic.

Ford’s rival, GM, is looking better. GM’s restructuring plan is actually showing progress; because, their money-making-cars were not SUVs. Toyota, on the other hand, is thriving. Toyota can’t stop 10 min from building new factories and producing cars in the US.

The future of Ford is based on the dependence that Ford will “innovate” with cars that actually make money and people want. Times have changed, hence, companies, including Ford need to change. The auto industry is going through major changes, I sure hope the company Ford is build Ford Tough

With these new tests coming out positive, it looks as though side impact air bags may become standardized in more vehicles.

The Impala and Avalon designs were also tested without the air bags and scored very poor in the tests. When an SUV hits a small to mid-sized car in the side, sometimes the SUV actually breaks the barrier and the drivers head hit by the oncoming car, thus causing extensive head injuries.

Hopefully we’ll see these side airbags being put in more and more cars.  

Toyota was also recognized for making an effort to become culturally diverse. Toyota offers advertising promotions, community outreach, and scholarships for minorities.

But, here’s a look at the rest of the ideal awards for 2006.

PASSENGER CARS
Premium Luxury Car: Lexus LS
Entry Luxury Car: BMW 3-Series
Large Car/Luxury Car: Mercury Montego
Premium Mid-Size Car: Hyundai Sonata
Mid-Size Car: Mercury Milan
Image Compact Car: Toyota Prius
Compact Car: Ford Focus
Sports Car: Porsche 911
Sporty Car: Acura RSX

SUT, SUV, and MINIVAN
Sport Utility Truck: Honda Ridgeline
Luxury Sport Utility: BMW X-5
Large Sport Utility: GMC Yukon
Premium Mid-Size Sport Utility: Nissan Murano
Mid-Size Sport Utility: Hyundai Santa Fe
Compact Sport Utility: Subaru Forester
Minivan: Honda Odyssey

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