Brian Ambrose

We are seeing the convergence of improved economic conditions, the leveling off of sales incentives and the huge amount of read more

We are seeing the convergence of improved economic conditions, the leveling off of sales incentives and the huge amount of new vehicle launches scheduled over the next few years all playing a factor.

It was the best year as far as vehicles produced and sold, probably one of the worst in terms of read more

It was the best year as far as vehicles produced and sold, probably one of the worst in terms of corresponding profitability.

North American manufacturers have really focused on product, launching a wide variety of new and exciting model offerings. In the read more

North American manufacturers have really focused on product, launching a wide variety of new and exciting model offerings. In the end the consumer wins, in terms of choice, product quality and affordability.

Our survey this year has definitely found improved profit levels emerging sooner rather than later, and this is very encouraging.

Our survey this year has definitely found improved profit levels emerging sooner rather than later, and this is very encouraging.

In a down economy, our survey has found executives always pushing profitability a few years out, and this year is read more

In a down economy, our survey has found executives always pushing profitability a few years out, and this year is no different. But what the executives are telling us this year is that they have seen the worst and that the industry is poised for a rebound.