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Split the divisions into their own subsidiary, but not like they are now. Each should have their own design, engineering and manufacturing facilities, dealer networks too. Divvy up what's there now and let them compete. If employees see what's in their future, potential good or bad, they'll be up to the challenge. Huge companies like GM are weighed down by their own mass. Toyota is providing an inkling of that mass right now.
Splitting up will naturally reduce the number of superflous models. Competition is always good for the marketplace.
Who wants to buy a car that looks like some other make? I always wondered why people bought Buicks, Olds, Chevy and Cads that were essentially the same except for trimwork and engine? It couldn't have been the design because they all looked awful.
The bottom of the classic car market would drop out if the term "Nostalgia" leaves everyone's sensibilities. Why else would someone buy an old Edsel or even an old Vette for big $$? I look at the shiny refabbed cars at Barrett-Jackson and shake my head. Then I see that wry grin from Mr. BJ himself. He's along for the ride and loving it.
Sherwood
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