Ford: The Sole Survivor

Author: OuttaTime
June 3, 2009
Ford: The Sole Survivor

Ford might be the last of the great American carmakers, as GM and Chrysler both file for bankruptcy. The reason Ford hasn’t fallen into bankruptcy is because the company saw the recession coming before it happened, and managed to secure its financial situation while other companies faltered. This doesn’t mean Ford is doing much better than GM or Chrysler in the stock market, but it is remaining afloat. Ford also has a few diamonds in the rough, like the Ford Focus, a small and fuel efficient car that has been available for quite a while. Ford also has the legendary Mustang still in the stable as well. While GM and Chrysler’s muscle and sports cars have gone down the drain, the Mustang has remained in demand amongst consumers. The legendary Mustang is one car that might never topple from its position at the top, being so popular that even collectibles like the Mustang watch, Mustang tin sign, and Mustang model car are still quite sought after by collectors.

 

GM and Chrysler could emerge from their bankruptcy as stronger carmakers, but it seems quite likely that at least one will fall, and Ford could capitalize by increasing their work force. Now, the company just needs to figure out what kinds of cars consumers want, and start making them.

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