American car manufacturers rise up to the challenges
February 8th, 2009 |
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The major domestic electric car companies have caught on to innovation like never before. GM and Ford Motor Co. have revealed fuel-efficient, stylish and high-tech electric cars for sale that have been designed to win back customers from imported car brands. Detroit’s Big Three have been under enormous pressure to prove that they can overcome the ongoing crisis and compete with the world’s best car manufacturers.
General Motors displayed 16 new cars which included an angular Cadillac Converj electric concept, and a redesigned Buick LaCrosse sedan. Ford Motor Co. on the other hand revealed fresh electric car plans and also showed off a new Taurus sedan at the North American International Auto Show. Ford, which led the way for hybrid cars, has now added ultra clean electric cars to the mix. On the anvil are plans to develop around four high mileage electric vehicles by 2012.
However Chrysler did not have much in the way of mainstream offerings, this raised concerns as it is the most troubled company among the Big Three. At present GM and Chrysler are the most financially susceptible companies and have already received government aid. However, in spite of such challenges these domestic companies are excited about the prospects of electric cars and a profitable future.
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