Interview & Commentary
International acquisitions are not necessarily to the benefit of Chinese car makers

The landscape of the global automotive industry is undergoing a dramatic change.

Jun. 2 , 2009
Fighting the dragons of bankruptcy

While China celebrated the dragon boat festival, the world’s parts makers fought their own dragons.

Jun. 1 , 2009
China can be savior of global auto industry?

Chinese automakers are interested in buying international assets, but executives and analysts don't think the Chinese firms are able to act as the savior of the global auto industry in recession.

May 27 , 2009
"Doing" Due Diligence Right

For an American like me, the Chinese language is a source of insights that unveils the reality in an often more precise way than English.

May 21 , 2009
Will GM import from China survive?

It has been an anathema of American union members: General Motors to label "Made in China" on some cars to be sold in the U.S. market starting next year.

May 20 , 2009
Good Bye, GM

In two weeks, General Motors will declare bankruptcy. It is as good as certain. Only a miracle would prevent it, and miracles have been in very short supply.

May 18 , 2009