The Global Automotive Industry
The Global Automotive Industry

Author: Paul Nieuwenhuis

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2015-10-12

Total Pages: 256

ISBN-13: 111880239X

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The automotive industry is still one of the world's largest manufacturing sectors, but it suffers from being very technology-focused as well as being relatively short-term focused. There is little emphasis within the industry and its consultancy and analyst supply network on the broader social and economic impacts of automobility and of the sector that provides it. The Global Automotive Industry addresses this need and is a first port of call for any academic, official or consultant wanting an overview of the state of the industry. An international team of specialist researchers, both from academia and business, review and analyse the key issues that make vehicle manufacturing still the world’s premier manufacturing sector, closely tied in with the fortunes of both established and newly emerging economies. In doing so, it covers issues related to manufacturing, both established practices as well as new developments; issues relating to distribution, marketing and retail, vehicle technologies and regulatory trends; and, crucially, labour practices and the people who build cars. In all this it explains both how the current situation arose and also likely future trajectories both in terms of social and regulatory trends, as the technological, marketing and labour practice responses to those, leading in many cases to the development of new business models. Key features Provides a global overview of the automotive industry, covering its current state and considering future challenges Contains contributions from international specialists in the automotive sector Presents current research and sets this in an historical and broader industry context Covers threats to the industry, including globalization, economic and environmental sustainability The Global Automotive Industry is a must-have reference for researchers and practitioners in the automotive industry and is an excellent source of information for business schools, governments, and graduate and undergraduate students in automotive engineering.

U.S. Automotive Industry
U.S. Automotive Industry

Author: Stephen Cooney

Publisher: Nova Publishers

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 9781600211300

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Over one million Americans are employed in manufacturing motor vehicles, equipment and parts. But the industry has changed dramatically since the U.S. "Big Three" motor vehicle corporations (General Motors, Ford and Chrysler) produced the overwhelming majority of cars and light trucks sold in the United States, and directly employed many people themselves. By 2003, most passenger cars sold in the U.S. market were either imported or manufactured by foreign-based producers at new North American plants (so-called "transplant" facilities). The Big Three now dominate only in light trucks, and are also now being challenged there by the foreign brands. The Big Three have shed about 600,000 U.S. jobs since 1980, while about one-quarter of Americans employed in automotive manufacturing (nearly 300,000) work for the foreign-owned companies. It is clear that the U.S. automotive industry has undergone many drastic changes that have had a net adverse effect on American interests. This book examines the causes of these changes. Congressional acts, increasingly stringent emission laws, the effects of NAFTA, labour unions and globalisation are all within the scope of this book.

The Changing U.S. Auto Industry
The Changing U.S. Auto Industry

Author: James M. Rubenstein

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2002-03-11

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 113493629X

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In recent years car production in the United States has undergone changes on a scale unknown since the pioneering era prior to World War One. New plants have been opened in the interior of the country, while most of those located along the east and west coast have been closed. The Changing U.S. Auto Industry uses concepts drawn from geography, such as access to markets and shipments of parts, to understand some of the reasons for the recent changes. Also critical is the changing role of labour in the production process, including the search by Japanese firms for a union-free environment, the re-location of some production to Mexico and the debate over the appropriate level of union-management cooperation.

A Profile of the Automobile and Motor Vehicle Industry
A Profile of the Automobile and Motor Vehicle Industry

Author: James M. Rubenstein

Publisher: Business Expert Press

Published: 2014-01-31

Total Pages: 158

ISBN-13: 1606495372

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The motor vehicle industry is one of the world’s largest. More than 1 billion vehicles are in use around the world, and 80 million are produced and sold annually. Motor vehicles—including passenger cars, trucks, and commercial vehicles such as buses and taxis—are the principal means by which people and goods are transported within and among most communities in the world. This book details the history of the motor vehicle and of the leading carmakers. Inside, you’ll learn just how cars are made and sold; the leading suppliers of parts that go into a car; the increasing role of government in regulating vehicles; and future challenges for the industry. The motor vehicle industry includes corporations that design, develop, and manufacture cars and trucks. These carmakers, such as Ford and Toyota, are among the world’s most-familiar corporate brands. The motor vehicle industry also encompasses lesser-known businesses, including several thousand parts makers, tens of thousands of retailers, and specialized lending agencies. The importance of the motor vehicle industry transcends even its central role in the global economy. The industry was responsible for many of the fundamental innovations of 20th century production, such as corporate organization, manufacturing processes, and labor relations, as well as sales innovations including product branding and consumer financing. In the 21st century, the motor vehicle industry has been a leader in adopting new production strategies and expanding into new markets.

Making and Selling Cars
Making and Selling Cars

Author: James M. Rubenstein

Publisher: JHU Press

Published: 2001-12-17

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 9780801867149

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The automobile has shaped nearly every aspect of modern American life. This text documents the story of the automotive industry, which, despite its power, is constantly struggling to assure its success.

A Profile of the Global Auto Industry
A Profile of the Global Auto Industry

Author: Mike Smitka

Publisher: Business Expert Press

Published: 2016-12-29

Total Pages: 219

ISBN-13: 1631572970

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This is the first book on the global auto industry viewed through the lens of technology. It starts by tracing how innovation shaped the first century of its history, then it examines the industry’s shifting footprint in Europe and North America, and the rise of new producers, particularly China. Succeeding chapters emphasize the role of suppliers in what is now a high-tech industry. This book describes new forms of collaboration that challenge traditional supply chain relations, analyzing regulation as a driver of innovation, and the enabling role of the materials science revolution, such as the shift of steel from a commodity to a highly engineered product. It covers innovations in management, from computer-aided engineering, roadmapping, and just-in-time methods to the evolving role of workers and public policy. The authors finish with an overview of electric vehicles, shared mobility, and autonomous vehicles, concluding that they will not prove disruptive.

The Internet and the Automobile Industry
The Internet and the Automobile Industry

Author: Karim Al-Jamil

Publisher: diplom.de

Published: 2000-12-04

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 3832429042

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Inhaltsangabe:Abstract: This study will examine the issues faced by today's automobile industry with a particular emphasis on the Internet and its effects on the new car sales structure. In order to understand the significance of the Internet in regards to the automobile business it will look at developments and trends in both areas before bringing them together. The analysis will commence with a general overview of the Internet and E-Commerce and their implications in today's business and society before studying the effects on markets and business models with a particular focus on the retail sector. It will then examine the current use of the Internet of auto manufacturers and consumers and will continue with the investigation of the automobile market and latest developments in auto retailing. In conclusion, the study will illustrate the possible E -strategy for automotive manufacturers before giving a future outlook. Since most trends and developments have their origin in the United States the data and information available is predominantly concerning the North American market. Inhaltsverzeichnis:Table of Contents: Abstractii Contentsiv 1.Introduction2 2.Internet & E-Commerce4 2.1The Internet5 2.2E-Commerce7 2.2.1Sales Information7 2.2.2Business-to-Business10 2.2.3Business-to-Consumer11 2.3E-Commerce becomes E-Business12 2.4The Internet and its Effects on Markets and Business14 2.5Effects on the Retail Business15 2.5.1The RRA - Methodology15 2.5.2The Value Chain of Retailing16 3.Current Internet Use of Car Companies18 3.1Business-to-Business18 3.2Business-to-Consumer20 4.The Consumer22 4.1Consumer attitude towards Internet23 4.2Internet Purchasing24 4.3Online Car Buyers25 5.Automobile Market27 5.1Overview27 5.2Obstacles in the Auto industry28 5.3Industry Consolidation30 5.4The Car Industry's Dilemma32 5.5Customer Orientation33 6.Auto Retailing34 6.1Traditional Brick-and-Mortar Dealerships35 6.1.1Issues Faced by Traditional Car Dealers36 6.1.2Car Dealer s Online Participation38 6.2Auto Superstores39 6.3Internet Car Brokers41 6.3.1Sites Drive Consumers to Showroom42 6.3.2Cutting Dealers Out43 6.4Dealers Face Difficult Future44 6.5The Effects on Automotive Companies45 7.Conclusion: E-Business Strategy for Auto Manufacturers47 7.1Internet Auto Commerce47 7.1.1Direct Selling49 7.1.2New Market Entry Method51 7.1.3Block Exemption52 7.2"E"-Selling becomes E-Business53 7.2.1Transforming the Way New [...]