Plunkett's Automobile Industry Almanac 2015

by Jack W. Plunkett

Overview

The automobile industry is evolving rapidly on a worldwide basis. All of the biggest, most successful firms have become totally global in nature. Plunkett's Automobile Industry Almanac will be your complete guide to this immense, fascinating industry. This exciting new book is a complete reference tool for everything you need to know about the car, truck and specialty vehicles business, including: Automotive industry trends and market research, mergers and acquisitions, globalization, automobile manufacturers, truck makers, specialty vehicles such as RVs, automobile finance and other financial services, dealerships, components manufacturers, retail auto parts stores, e-commerce and more. We discuss in detail developments in China, India and other emerging markets, collaboration and partnerships between auto makers, as well as batteries, hybrids and plug in hybrid vehicles (PHEV). This book includes extensive statistical tables, an automobile industry glossary, industry contacts and indexes. The corporate profile section of the book includes our proprietary, in-depth profiles of the 400 leading companies in all facets of the automobile industry. Purchasers will find a form in the book enabling them to register for 1-year, 1-seat online access to tools at Plunkett Research Online, including the ability to view the market research/industry trends section and industry statistics. You have access, at no additional charge, to the very latest data posted to Plunkett Research Online. Online tools enable you to search and view selected companies, and then export selected company contact data including executive names. You'll find a complete overview, industry analysis and market research report in one superb, value-priced package.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781628313420
Publisher:	Plunkett Research, Ltd.
Publication date:	10/09/2014
Pages:	568
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 11.00(h) x 1.15(d)

Table of Contents

PLUNKETT'S AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY
ALMANAC 2015
CONTENTS
Introduction	1
How to Use This Book	3
Chapter 1: Major Trends Affecting the Automobile Industry	7
1) Automobile Industry Introduction	7
2) U.S. Auto Manufacturers Rebound	10
3) Fuel Efficiency is a Key Selling Element/Stiff Emissions Standards Adopted in the U.S. and Abroad	11
4) Hybrid Cars Command Modest, but Growing, Market Share	13
5) Electric Cars and Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) Enter Market in Low Numbers	15
6) Major Research in Advanced Lithium Batteries	17
7) Clean Diesel Technology Gains Acceptance	18
8) Natural Gas-Powered Vehicles Gain in Popularity/Long Term Potential Is Bright Thanks to Low Shale Gas Prices	19
9) Ethanol Production Soars, But U.S. Federal Subsidy Expires	20
10) Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Power Research Continues	23
11) Outsourcing of Automobile Component Manufacturing/Design	25
12) Optimum Lean Production Saves Manufacturing Costs	26
13) China Becomes the World's Largest Auto Market/Indian Market Slows	27
14) Mexico Grows Rapidly as a Major Automotive Maker and Exporter	29
15) Focus on Safety Improvements by Automakers/Google Car Drives Itself	30
16) Super-Expensive Cars Are Pushed by Manufacturers/Luxury Car Market Is Highly Competitive	31
17) Big News in Small Cars	32
18) Car Sharing Programs and Mobility Services Proliferate	33
19) Fewer Miles Driven in U.S. as Young People Use Bikes, Light Rail or Car Share	34
20) Wireless Information Systems Surge Ahead in Vehicles: Telematics, ITS and Real-Time Traffic Information	34
21) Ford Sync and Microsoft Software Race to Bring Onboard Apps to New Car Buyers/In-Car Internet Grows	37
22) Technology Drives Insurance Efficiencies/Drivers Allow Their Habits to be Tracked for Lower Insurance Rates	38
Chapter 2: Automobile Industry Statistics	41
Automobile Industry Overview	42
General Motors Corporation Overview	43
Ford Motor Company Overview	44
Volkswagen Group Overview	45
Toyota Motor Corporation Overview	46
Daimler AG Overview	47
Hyundai Motor Group Overview	48
Honda Motor Co. Overview	49
U.S. New Car & Truck Market Shares by Company: 2010-2013	50
New Vehicle Sales by Vehicle Type, U.S.: 2007-2014	51
Licensed Drivers, Vehicle Registrations & Resident Population, U.S.: 1960-2011	52
Highest Fuel Economy by Vehicle Class: 2014 Model Year	53
Lowest Fuel Economy by Vehicle Class: 2014 Model Year	54
Gross Output in the Motor Vehicles & Transportation Equipment Manufacturing Industries: Selected Years, 2000-2012	55
Personal Transportation Expenditures, U.S.: 2006-2013	56
Average Miles Per Gallon vs. Horsepower, U.S.: 1975-2013	57
Automobile Driving Costs, U.S.: 2014	58
Highway Vehicle Miles Traveled, U.S., Monthly: January 1990-May 2014	59
Motor Vehicle Traffic Accidents in the U.S. by Type of Vehicle & Person: 2002-2012	60
International Retail Premium Gasoline Prices: August 1996-August 2014	61
Retail On-Highway Diesel vs. Regular Gasoline Prices, U.S.: January 1995-August 2014	62
Value of Exports of U.S. Vehicles: 2008-2nd Quarter 2014	63
Value of Imports of Vehicles to the U.S.: 2008-2nd Quarter 2014	64
Occupational Employment and Wages for Automotive Service Technicians & Mechanics: May 2013	65
Employment in the Automobile Industry, U.S.: 2007-2013	66
Chapter 3: Important Automobile Industry Contacts	67
(Addresses, Phone Numbers and Internet Sites)
Chapter 4: THE AUTOMOBILE 400: Who They Are and How They Were Chosen	95
Index of Companies Within Industry Groups	96
Alphabetical Index	106
Index of U.S. Headquarters Location by State	110
Index of Non-U.S. Headquarters Location by Country	113
Individual Data Profiles on Each of THE AUTOMOBILE 400	117
Additional Indexes
Index of Hot Spots for Advancement for Women/Minorities	524
Index by Subsidiaries, Brand Names and Selected Affiliations	525
A Short Automobile Industry Glossary	547

Editorial Reviews

"This almanac seems especially useful for market research and job hunting."

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"This resource examines major issues and trends in the automobile industry and offers detailed tables and charts of statistics, along with profiles of 300 of the world's leading automobile industry firms, from car makers to technology providers. Profiles provide information on brands and divisions, salaries and benefits, locations and contact information."

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"A detailed guide to the auto, truck and specialty vehicle industry—includes information on dealerships, market share, automotive e-commerce and component manufacturing."

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