ANTAUS Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 My link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PREMiERdrum Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 These 2 recent headlines sum it up nicely: Ford Boosts Production GM Boosts Incentives :reading: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edstock Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 "We are running flat out right now." Czubay said Ford "told the dealers we're committed" to studying adding more shifts, but "we're not going to oversupply." :happy feet: :happy feet: :happy feet: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Hello, GM is back to buying the sales crown while Ford powers on back to investment grade..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosetang Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Suddenly this week I saw an Explosion of 2011 Explorers on the road. Dead sexy too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 So does this mean the Chicago will be going to three shifts or will they re-balance the line faster with two shifts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 I'd be cautious with the single digit supply problem with the Explorer...it just went into production at the start of December and is still filling into the retail sector. If it was in still in 15-30 day range in 6 months, then we'd be on to something Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atvman Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 As I predicted, the Explorer is off to a great start. Once it is out in its full force, it will easily be a 10K a month mover. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev-Mo Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 The Colorado Front Range and Denver Metro area is the SUV capital of America. Amazingly, I have yet to see one single new Explorer. Jeep GC's and Toyota 4Runners galore. And that massive hideous new Infinity QX all over the road, but no new Explorers...very surprising. I know the numbers say they are off to a good start, but I am very suprised not to see any here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silvrsvt Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 The Colorado Front Range and Denver Metro area is the SUV capital of America. Amazingly, I have yet to see one single new Explorer. Jeep GC's and Toyota 4Runners galore. And that massive hideous new Infinity QX all over the road, but no new Explorers...very surprising. I know the numbers say they are off to a good start, but I am very suprised not to see any here. I've seen two so far (on the road)...one in MD and one in NJ. Saw two at the dealship since Christmas time. Matter of fact I even saw 2-3 MKT's this past Saturday when I went to the mall too... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weiweishen Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 My link I just can not imagine how to manage a single digit day of inventory in such a big supply chains management system. The people at the down stream of the bottle neck really have a good time. They have nothing to do but count the cash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grbeck Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 At the Philadelphia auto show this past weekend, I had to wait in line just to sit in the new Explorer...judging by the reaction of people at the show, it's no wonder that Ford is boosting production. It had a crowd around it almost the entire time I was there, which is pretty remarkable for a vehicle that isn't a muscle car, sports car or European luxury import. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 As I predicted, the Explorer is off to a great start. Once it is out in its full force, it will easily be a 10K a month mover. Bubb, bubb, bubb, it's not a Jeep Grand Cherokee, it's not a 4 Wheel drive, it can't go off road, Ford will lose all their customers...:shades: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker16 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 Bubb, bubb, bubb, it's not a Jeep Grand Cherokee, it's not a 4 Wheel drive, it can't go off road, Ford will lose all their customers...:shades: wait until the new escape launches, we will see how many people really loved it's boxy shape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roush235 Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 I was at the Houston Auto show week before last, on a Thursday. I would describe the attendance as "light" (at 1pm) or "moderate" (at 6pm). However, at the Ford display, I would describe it as "moderate" at 1pm and "heavy" at 6pm. It was definitely the busiest display. And the three Explorers on display were certainly the biggest attraction. There were crowds around them the whole time. A car salesman friend was working the floor. He has been selling Fords for almost twenty years. He and I had a lengthy visit about "the state of things." He noted they are selling the Explorers as soon as they arrive. Here are some of his other comments: -- overall, business is good. (I assume that would tie directly to how much money he is making.) "Compared to how things were two years ago, I can't believe where I am today." -- he has two customer orders for F150 EcoBoosts. -- the Fiesta is a hard sell due to 1) clearance pricing on Focus, 2) minimal ability for a salesman to make money on them -- most interest in the Fiesta is from twentysomethings; the advertising has worked -- he enjoys, but struggles with, keeping up with technology (i.e. MyFordTouch). This was accompanied by comments about his less-than-eager cohorts --- "lazy" and "would rather be outside smoking cigarettes". -- "There is almost nothing in the lineup I consider to be inferior to the competition." -- He regularly sees customers who specifically are there due to the lack of Ford taking bail-out money, and/or specifically are looking at Fusions instead of Camrys and Accords, due to Fusion's good reputation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev-Mo Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 The Colorado Front Range and Denver Metro area is the SUV capital of America. Amazingly, I have yet to see one single new Explorer. Jeep GC's and Toyota 4Runners galore. And that massive hideous new Infinity QX all over the road, but no new Explorers...very surprising. I know the numbers say they are off to a good start, but I am very suprised not to see any here. And no sooner than I spoke, I saw one at the gym this evening - silver,of course, with dealer advertisements in the license plate brackets. Can't for the life of me figure out why after dropping the better part of $40k, people drive around with those things tagged on their cars... Anyhow - very nice in person Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrewfanGRB Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 The Colorado Front Range and Denver Metro area is the SUV capital of America. Amazingly, I have yet to see one single new Explorer. Jeep GC's and Toyota 4Runners galore. And that massive hideous new Infinity QX all over the road, but no new Explorers...very surprising. I know the numbers say they are off to a good start, but I am very suprised not to see any here. That's because it's not Metro Detroit. So you're not getting any, because your area doesn't matter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrewfanGRB Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 (edited) Dammit. Edited February 8, 2011 by BrewfanGRB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 I've seen 2 new Explorers - both XLTs, one silver, one white. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Parallel universe: Territory update is still a month or so away even though FoA had an official reveal today, much of the new engine data is being held back for now, new V6 diesel from Land Rover is set to take 50% of sales. It's basically an extensive face lift, interior upgrade and new power trains, old versus new: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpd80 Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Parallel universe: Territory update is still a month or so away even though FoA had an official reveal today, much of the new engine data is being held back for now, new V6 diesel from Land Rover is set to take 50% of sales. It's basically an extensive face lift, interior upgrade and new power trains, old versus new: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
03 LS Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Parallel universe: Territory update is still a month or so away even though FoA had an official reveal today, much of the new engine data is being held back for now, new V6 diesel from Land Rover is set to take 50% of sales. It's basically an extensive face lift, interior upgrade and new power trains, old versus new: Why the one-piece bench? Bad design for a utility vehicle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edstock Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 new V6 diesel from Land Rover is set to take 50% of sales. IIRC, it's made by Ford in Dagenham. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atvman Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 Bubb, bubb, bubb, it's not a Jeep Grand Cherokee, it's not a 4 Wheel drive, it can't go off road, Ford will lose all their customers...:shades: The Jeep Grand Cherokee is selling very well too, there is a place in the market for both vehicles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moosetang Posted February 8, 2011 Share Posted February 8, 2011 The Jeep Grand Cherokee is selling very well too, there is a place in the market for both vehicles. Key point that people who disparage the Explorer have missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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