Rival carmakers to share common parts

As car manufacturers around the world strive to reduce costs, a new plan that would see rival labels sharing more parts is quickly gaining favor. Purchasing chiefs of several major carmakers have announced that such a plan is feasible and that they’re open to it. “We are constantly talking to our competitors on what we can do together,” said GM vice president of global purchasing and supply Bo Andersson at a recent industry conference.

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Threepoint1415926 - 8/24/2007 2:39:54 PM

+1 Boost

Part sharing is just smart IMO. Everyone gets a better product for a lower price.

EnnNorak - 8/24/2007 3:09:42 PM

+1 Boost

Lower price yes (economies of scale rule) but the jury is still out as to better product. If suppliers get squeezed too hard, they will respond with el cheapo components.