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Old 06-29-2008, 06:44 PM   #161 (permalink)
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Re: GMI Exclusive: 2010 Saturn Aura on "Hold"

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And since when is sales the deciding factor? I can tell you the board is not looking only at sales...there are many factors in the decision.
Profitability consistent with long-term goals is a given.
What other factors might play into this decision?
I just cannot see GM doing another Oldsmobile.

Focusing on smaller, more economical possibly ground-breaking vehicles first? sounds great.
Merging brands? perhaps?
Rationalizing product across brands? absolutely.
Cutting a brand? sure sounds like a money loser.
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