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Ford and Honda Economy Class Cars, 2007.
This paper is a complete market research paper comparing the Ford and the Honda economy class cars.
2,775 words (approx. 11.1 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 82.95
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This paper explains that, while Ford has only one true economy class car the Ford Focus, because economy is a core competency of Honda, it could be argued that the majority of its vehicles could be categorized as economy class based on fuel efficiency alone. The author used structured research observation and a detailed customer survey to collect customer opinion on several factors including fuel efficiency, quality and comfort. The paper concludes that the research indicates that Honda Motors soundly defeats Ford in almost every statistical category and that it understands both the market and its customers far better than its counterpart Ford. The paper includes the questionnaire, data tables and tabulations.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Problem Statement
Purpose of Research
Rationale
Parameters
Limitations
Theoretical Foundation
Vehicle and Company Overview
Honda Overview
Ford Overview
Selection Criteria
Data Gathering Method
Evaluation
Data Presentation
Conclusions
Recommendations
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"Honda Motor Company (Honda) is an innovative manufacturer known the world over for its engineering prowess and legendary reliability. Honda is Japan's third largest automotive manufacturer in Japan behind Toyota and Nissan and it is the globe's largest manufacturer of motorcycles. However, Honda is also a major manufacturer and producer of small engines and power plants, as well as small jet powered aircraft as of 2006. Honda's operations span the globe extending into every major region, including: North and South America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Pacific Rim, as well as its home market of Japan."
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Ford vs. Honda, 2006.
This paper examines the business and production processes of Ford and Honda while delving into the similarities and differences relevant to both of the automobile manufacturers.
772 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper analyzes the various causes for the recent decline in sales of Ford automobiles while also examining the business practices of Honda which have resulted in a consistent rise in sales. The writer contends and explains that the present manufacturing procedures at the Ford production plants which were initially implemented in the 1980s are currently outdated and irrelevant and a prime contributing factor to the company's present status. This paper details the innovative and flexible manufacturing practices created by Honda which gives the Japanese car-maker an advantage over its competitors. This paper also presents the results of various published articles and surveys relevant to this particular topic.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Ford vs. Honda
Works Cited
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"The current manufacturing status of Ford Plants was devised in the 1980's and although the changes that took place were needed they did not save Ford from the current state of affairs that it finds itself in. According to and case study entitled "Ford's Competitive Advantage Based on Time Driven Change" the current financial state of Ford is due to a rapid attempt to change the production process of the company and the problems that the company has faced with the recall of several of its top selling vehicles due to problems that occurred during the production phases. A huge difference in production processes can be seen in the way that Ford and Honda produce SUV's and Trucks. According to an article entitled " New Manufacturing System Gives Honda Flexibility" The flexible manufacturing process created by Honda gives the company an advantage over competitors. The article explains that close cooperation between Honda's production and R&D departments allowed the company to create the first ever production line in North America upon which SUV's and Trucks could be produced together."
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Ford and Honda, 2003.
An overview of strategic planning and global management at Ford and Honda.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper presents an overview of strategic planning and global management at Ford and Honda. It looks at Honda's long-term approach to its strategy of independence, conservative expansion and a dedication to maintaining its core competencies. The paper compares Honda's strategy with that of Ford's and Ford's far-reaching expansion into markets ranging from military tanks to consumer credit.
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Ford and Honda, 2002.
An analysis of mission statements put out by automobile giants Ford and Honda.
1,180 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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The paper shows how the mission statements of both Ford and Honda reflect both the highly competitive nature of the automobile industry today as well as the fact that these two companies - like any two well-run companies - are trying to define a niche in the marketplace that is both broad enough to supply a sufficiently large customer base for the companies to expand and prosper but is at the same time sufficiently focused to allow the company to have a clearly recognized identity. The paper shows how Ford emphasized corporate citizenship and commitment to environmental issues whereas Honda focused more on its products and less on its corporate philosophy.
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"Ford is also planning to add a Hybrid Electric Vehicle to its line of offerings. HEVs are an especially important addition to the Ford line-up (as they would be to the line-up of an manufacturer) because they offer a substantial amount of the environmental benefits of a fully electric car with none of the range-of-driving restrictions that a fully electric vehicle has. Although HEVs are not as "green" as fully electric cars, their presence in the Ford stable of offerings is an important strength for the company. Given that many people want a more environmentally responsible car but are unable or unwilling to change driving habits that make a fully electric car feasible, the HEV may well be the next generation of car that many if not most Americans choose to buy."
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Ford and Honda, 2002.
A paper which shows the reasons why the Ford Motor Company is enjoying relative financial success despite the weak economy.
1,670 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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The Ford Motor Company is, according to its financial statements for the last year,; in relatively good financial shape, especially if one considers the current weak state of the economy, the past recessionary months and the faint-to-invisible state of the recovery. This paper shows several of the reasons for this success including Ford's development of environmentally friendly motor vehicles such as the best-selling EV Ranger. Similarly, the paper looks at the success behind Japanese car manufacturer, Honda. It compares the success of both companies and also their differences. The paper uses graphs for illustrating points.
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"Honda is also relatively open about its reporting on consolidations and R&D. This is; as is the case with Ford ; in some measure the result of the fact that while companies always want to maintain a competitive edge over their rivals by wrapping new products in some measure of secrecy, in the case of alternative fuel cars there is a current push for each company to establish what might be called a kind of ;psychic; market share. Each company wants to be established in future customers; minds as the company to turn to to buy alternative fuel cars."
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Honda: The Dependability Car, 2001.
This paper examines the reasons why Honda has been a best-selling car in the U.S. on a constant basis.
1,240 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 5 sources, $ 42.95
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This paper presents a discussion about the reliability of Honda vehicles. The author argues that Honda is the most dependable car on the market, looking at how the car became a best-seller, consumer satisfaction, affordability, its proven track record, and low maintenance needs.
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"There are many things that make the Honda vehicle the most dependable car on the road. When they first came on the market they were so popular there were waiting lists that could take months to get through and receive a vehicle. Almost three decades later the Honda has held its appeal. One of the reasons the Honda is so popular is the dependability that it offers."
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Class, Class Cleavages and Mao, 2002.
This paper examines Mao's analysis of Chinese class structure.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 53.95
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Two elemental texts on class by Mao are considered and compared to J B Starr's analysis of Mao's concepts of class. Additionally the actual class structure of contemporary China is also compared to Mao's analysis.
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Ford and Post-Ford, 2002.
The Federal state's approach to the welfare state in the Fordist and post-Fordist periods in Canada.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses the federal state's approach to the welfare state during the Fordist and post-Fordist periods. It shows how the state intervened and regulated the economy from the end of the Second World War to the 1980s, when deficit mania led to a dismantling of the overseeing state. This led to cutbacks in all social programs.
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Cars as Status Symbols, 2008.
This paper discusses material culture and looks at how cars are used as status symbols.
838 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This essay explores the social symbolism that is involved with cars and argues that cars are used by many individuals as status symbols. More specifically, the paper asserts that cars are used to convey a wide range of information about the identity and position in society of the person driving the car. The paper maintains that cars are not just vehicles, they are status symbols. They actually represent two different things. On a very general level they represent economic wealth. On a second level they represent masculinity, power and vitality. The writer concludes that cars, like many aspects of material culture, are used to create identities.
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"What this means is that we often use products to create identities for ourselves. For example, someone wishing to be thought of as a sports fanatic will buy clothing based on sports teams. This means that consumer products become symbols for who we think we are or at the very least who we want people to think we are.
"The question that must be asked at this point is how do cars fit into this symbolic framework? Cars require a large number of resources to operate. A whole range of lifestyles and industries have developed that are directly connected to cars. Probably one of the most important developments has been the creation of suburbs."
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Selling American Used Cars in Saudi Arabia, 2007.
A research report looking at the advisability of selling American used cars in Saudi Arabia
9,025 words (approx. 36.1 pages), 24 sources, APA, $ 187.95
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This paper studies the way to transform showroom visitors into customers when selling American used cars in Saudi Arabia. It reports that the methodology included personal in-depth interviews using two sets of survey questions created to compliment this study and secondary data from previous published articles. The paper relates that, while deeming potential used car buyers to be hesitant "one chance customers", when a seller gains insight into buyers' habits, he/she enhances the understanding of a customer which amplifies positive customer engagement, and in turn, increases the likelihood that a showroom visitor will become a satisfied customer. The paper includes questionnaires and color illustrations.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
American Used Cars
Aims and Objectives
Background and Overview:
Literature Review
Finding and Filling Used Car Buyers' Needs
Domain of Customer Behavior
Customer Roles
1998-2007 Forecast U.S. Arab Market Losses (U.S. $Billion) by Export Category
Reasons to Buy a Used Car
More Competition for Sellers of American and Other Countries' Used Cars
Car Buyers and the Internet
Another Manufacturer's Promotion PESTLE
Selling American Used Cars in Saudi Arabia - PEST(LE) Analysis
SWOT
Methodology
Personal and Private, Yet, Public Sales' Persuasions
Questionnaire for Buyers
Interview Questions for Sellers
Customer Satisfaction Survey
Reflections and Limitations
Difficult, yet Simple Significant Details
Conclusion/Summery
Today and Tomorrow's Timeless Truths
Aims and Objectives
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"Customers invest effort and time when searching to select a used car dealer, just as sellers invest time to secure customers. "Word of mouth" communication, the report a customer verbalizes to his/her family and friends is one particularly, potent "tool" regularly used to gain new customers. A seller does not have to invest substantial funds, market his product, or invest special sales' resources, as the customer. The way a customer perceives the seller, however, determines whether "word of mouth" communication will prove to be positive of negative."
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Green Cars, 2005.
This paper discusses how "green" cars are designed to reduce emissions, thereby lessening problems of ever-increasing air pollution, which causes asthma and lung cancer.
2,910 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 86.95
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This paper explains that "green" cars are vehicles that drive just like any other vehicle, except they are at least 90% cleaner-burning than the standard vehicle on the road, thereby emitting a lower amount of pollutants into the air. The author points out that the most popular models, which are mass-produced on the market right now, are called 'hybrids' because these vehicles have hybrid motors that use a mix of a gasoline engine and electric motor with a large battery that keeps energy flowing to the electric motor with no need to "plug" it in to recharge; when the cars get to "cruising" speed, they switch to the electric motor, letting it do most of the work. The paper stresses the financial benefits, which add to the environmental and health reasons to buying a "green" car; the actual purchase price does not vary too much from the regular gas-burning model, and the savings annually in gas can be tremendous. Tables.
Table of Contents
Introduction
The Current Quality of the Air We Breathe
Health Consequences of the Deteriorating Environment
Explaining the Need
Future Predictions of our Environmental Destruction
Identifying Those at Risk
"Green" Cars
What They Are
How These Vehicles Can Help "Clear the Air"
Financial Benefits from These Vehicles
Where Can They Be Found
Different Makes and Models Available
Concept Cars on the Way
Other Solutions
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"While companies like Honda and Toyota are more aggressively bringing hybrids to market, GM decided last year to focus its most advanced hybrid technology on its largest, least-fuel-efficient, high-volume vehicles models. It plans for them to reach showrooms in 2007. The Toyota Prius and Honda Civic Hybrids have been rated at averaging 60 miles per gallon, which has captured the attention of many producers, designers, engineers and consumers. This is encouraging because automakers are taking notice of the problems with our environment and actually coming up with ways to help fight for the cause."
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Hydrogen Powered Cars, 2005.
An overview of hydrogen powered cars and their future.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper is on the prospects for the hydrogen powered car, noting the stakeholders involved, some of what they want, and how likely it is that the car will be produced in the near future. The paper indicates that the primary problem may be getting the fuel to the consumer in an economical way, given that the ultimate stakeholder is the consumer, who will be asked to buy these cars and who will want to have a car that performs as well as possible and to be able to refuel easily and economically.
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"Hydrogen-powered cars operate on energy produced by the mixing of hydrogen and oxygen, with the only by-product being water. Stacy (2003) notes that General Motors is to provide $44 million to build a fleet of 40 hydrogen-fueled cars for use in New York, Washington, Michigan, and California, with another $44 million in matching funds to be provided by the U.S. Dept. of Energy. In addition, Shell Hydrogen LLC is to create five refueling stations in New York, Washington, California, and along the east coast, and this is seen as a major step in the development of hydrogen-fueled cars, given that automakers are reluctant to develop hydrogen cars both because of the cost and because of the current lack of refueling stations (Stacy, 2003, para. 1)."
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Luxury Cars, 2006.
A discussion about luxury cars, with special reference to the BMW.
2,794 words (approx. 11.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 83.95
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The paper defines what a luxury car is. The writer brings examples of luxury cars and shows details such as the price and special features available. The writer explains and details the additional safety features included in luxury cars. The writer concludes that the additional safety, comfort and convenience in luxury cars justifies the higher price, and that because of continuing new technology, and a rising Japanese yen, the German automaker, BMW will continue to have an optimistic future.
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"An example of features on an upper end BMW, the 740i, are navigation equipment and a traction control system that acclimates from driving on normal pavement to moving through a winter storm with the touch of a switch. The car's safety features include an optional rollover protection system for occupants. When sensors signal a possible rollover, the system positions two roll bars above the rear headrests. Finally, it has a wind deflector; it is a plastic-coated net on an aluminum frame behind the front passengers-when used with the windows raised, allows convertible occupants to enjoy more-efficient heating and extend the top-down season.
"Mercedes-Benz still leads in revenues because its cars are more expensive. However, while BMW does not enjoy the same profit margins on its lower end series as it does on its more expensive models, the added volume did two things for the company: It kept volume high and kept younger buyers in the BMW family. It also gave management a chance to bargain with its unions. Management demanded concessions to work rules or threatened that the series would have to be built elsewhere to keep it competitive. Thus, BMW was the first major German car maker whose unions permitted Saturday work and late shifts at standard rates of pay. Other manufacturers, like Volkswagen, are still fighting for similar permanent concessions."
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Future Cars, 2002.
A study into possible alternative modes of transportation, which may help stop the environmental damage caused by cars.
1,578 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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This paper explores the possibilities for vehicles in the future based on the fact that current car models are damaging to the environment. The paper begins with a background on current car models. The paper points out that there is a need for drastic changes to curb the levels of pollution and damage. The paper then suggests some alternative systems and analyzes their advantages and disadvantages. These alternatives include fuel cells, electric cars and hybrid systems.
From the Paper
"Efforts to diminish the environmental damage of automobiles for the past fifty years have focused on adding control devices to the internal combustion engine and producing cleaner fuel. However, these gains are being offset by the increasing number of vehicles on the road. Many researchers have concluded that the 100-year reign of the petrol-fueled, internal combustion engine must begin to give way to a cleaner and more advanced technology. The future of automobiles rests in the hands of many competing efforts, fuel cells (hydrogen and methanol), electric cars, and hybrid systems to name a few."
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Alternative Energy: Nuclear Power or Hybrid Cars, 2006.
A look at alternative forms of energy - nuclear power and hybrids cars.
1,144 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 39.95
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The paper discusses the two alternatives of nuclear power and hybrid cars; both being economical enough to impact real change and be accepted into the energy spectrum. However, nuclear power has far more impact and has a proven track record. For example, the paper explains how nuclear power currently accounts for 20% of America's energy production and produces no carbon-dioxide. Hybrid cars, to this point, have only been able to reduce CO2 emissions by 50% and improve gas mileage by 2-3 mpg. This type of effect is simply on too small a scale to be economically viable or have an impact on the environment. The paper concludes that nuclear power, which is reemerging as a power source ready to expand, is the more viable option to reduce CO2 emissions.
From the Paper
"For years alternative energy sources have been a major controversy. The debate has influenced many other areas besides simply energy consumption. It has clearly impacted the economic, political, and social climates of countries around the world. Nuclear power and hybrid cars are two alternatives that have been economical enough to impact real change and be accepted into our energy spectrum. Both of these alternatives are environmentally conscious and are helping to reduce carbon-dioxide levels in the atmosphere; however, clearly one is of greater use in the fight against CO2. Nuclear power has and will continue to be the major clean fuel source in the US, despite the positive impact of hybrid automobiles."
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