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Manufacturers reverting to spare tires as consumers remain hesitant to adopt repair kits

As car manufacturers try to meet tougher fuel economy regulations, some are choosing to eschew traditional spare tires in favor of repair kits in a bid to save on weight. However, Ford and GM have both restored spare tires on some 2012 models after a customer backlash. Repair kits are not being embraced by consumers, and smaller "space-saver" tires should be seen as the most viable option.

Published By Datamonitor
19 Dec 2012
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Maruti Udyog: Delhi maintains the status quo

Despite the recent announcement that it would divest a further 8% of its stake in Maruti Udyog, the Indian government's influence on the country's largest carmaker is hardly on the wane. Despite the fact that its shareholding is just over 10% compared to Suzuki's 50%, the state retains the ability to veto almost every strategic move affecting the firm.

Published By Datamonitor
07 Sep 2005
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Mazda / FAW: proceed with caution

Mazda [7260.TO] plans to sell 300,000 vehicles in China by 2010 through the deal with First Auto Works (FAW) and its subsidiary FAW Car. However, with the Chinese economy booming a little less than it was a few months ago, the road ahead may not be as smooth as Mazda hopes.

Published By Datamonitor
17 Jan 2005
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Mercedes should go west in pursuit of Chinese growth

Mercedes' performance in China during Q1 2013 fell behind its German rivals, with sales down by 12.0%. In contrast, Audi and BMW saw growth of 14.0% and 7.5%, respectively, in the same period. Mercedes' slump in sales stems from a lack of dealerships, but it has responded by revisiting its plan for the rest of 2013 and now intends to open 75 new sites this year instead of the original 50.

Published By Datamonitor
29 Apr 2013
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Mercedes-Benz: not just for the rich

Within the next 18 months, Mercedes-Benz is launching a series of models, ranging in price from $25,000-$450,000, to cater for the vast majority of income groups in the US. Careful repositioning will allow it to sell higher volumes while still being associated with quality, so long as Mercedes can hold on to its dependable image that is.

Published By Datamonitor
25 Mar 2004
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MG Rover / SAIC: Chinese take away

Speculation is rife that the proposed joint venture between Shanghai Auto Industry Corporation (SAIC) and the embattled British car firm MG Rover that would leave SAIC with a 70% share will be announced this week. The deal would mean a vital GBP1 billion investment for Rover, but whispers that SAIC is unhappy at the cost of the project mean that a happy ending is not yet assured.

Published By Datamonitor
22 Feb 2005
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MG Rover / SAIC: successful venture will benefit both

MG Rover has confirmed it is in the final stages of agreeing a joint venture with Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC), which is injecting around GBP1 billion into the deal. If successful, the deal could secure the future of the historic Rover brand and pave the way for other Asian automakers to break into the mature markets of the West.

Published By Datamonitor
22 Nov 2004
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MG Rover: checking out Slovakia

In an effort to improve financial results and sales, MG Rover is looking to central Europe for the manufacture and sale of new models, and has specifically expressed an interest in Slovakia. Shifting production to lower cost countries will help MG Rover in its bid to return to profitability. However, the company should consider how such a move will affect its brand image.

Published By Datamonitor
29 Jan 2004
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MG Rover: rebuilding bridges in China

MG Rover 's new alliance agreement with the Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation marks its return to China after a similar venture with China Brilliance fell through in 2002. If approved, this agreement would assist the struggling UK manufacturer in developing much needed new models while keeping costs under control.

Published By Datamonitor
18 Jun 2004
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MG Rover: redundancies loom

Despite MG Rover's improved performance since its separation from former parent BMW, compulsory redundancies still loom for the firm. However, the introduction of a more mainstream vehicle should help to increase volumes and continue the company's progression towards profitability.

Published By Datamonitor
14 Jul 2003

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