Mazda produced its one millionth MX-5 Miata this month. Hurrah! This milestone represents something of a miracle, and is surely cause for celebration and admiration. Mazda continues to have the courage and conviction to embrace lightweight, affordable sports cars – cars that exist purely for the fun of driving – despite the demographic and social …
Mercedes-Benz: juggernaut or juggling act
At Mercedes-Benz, sales are up, profits are down and a proliferation of new models has put the brand on the cusp of overtaking BMW as the world’s No. 1 luxury brand. Other than a slide in profits, Merc has much to celebrate. So here is the bad news: emerging concern that Mercedes and its parent …
GM: record earnings, little respect, less love
The latest instalment of the ongoing saga “There’s Little Respect and Less Love for GM” comes in two parts: First, a product update focused on the highly affordable 2016 Chevrolet Cruze compact car: The thriftiest version of the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze gets 5.6 litres/100 km on the highway – which lands it in gasoline-electric hybrid …
GM, Ford, no longer the butt of jokes: the amazing return to health and prosperity of GM and Ford
You’re heard this one? Q: What did the Ford say to the Buick on the side of the road? A: Rust-in-peace. And this one: “Friends don’t let friends drive Fords.” Yes, the world is littered with hoary old wisecracks and one-liners about Ford Motor, General Motors and their products. But there is nothing funny about …
May 6, 2016 | Commentary, First on the Grid 5 Comments (0) |
The Donald and Saint Elon: huckster twins
I have for a long time seen a lot of Donald Trump in Elon Musk. However, I have been reluctant to share that view for fear of inciting the Musk fan base – a group that may not be as violent as the worst of The Donald’s cheerleaders, but is certainly as vehement. Here’s the …
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