On Tue, 29 Aug 2006 11:38:51 -0700, SMS >
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>Yes, this is why Honda and Toyota are successfully building affordable
>cars in the U.S.. The styling may not be exciting, but they are
>reliable, fuel efficient, and relatively inexpensive. You can still get
>an entry-level Camry or Accord for around $16,000, and it will easily
>last 15 years with minimal maintenance.


THe main reason they have been successfull is QUALITY. THey are not
strapped with GM's labor costs and philosphy which will destroy Saturn
eventually. The only chance the Saturn has to servive is to split from
GM management on labor rules and vehicle philosphy because they are
abondoning the low end market they started in and focusing on higher
dollar and less fuel efficent model that tend to be more trouble prone
too.
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