DAILY: CAW says Detroit 3 labor talks accelerate but with few results | Ford's reported succession plans welcomed by U.S. dealers | GM plans regular, on-site visits to small, mostly rural dealers

DAILY NEWSLETTER September 12, 2012

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CAW says Detroit 3 labor talks accelerate but with few results Less than a week before labor contracts between the CAW and the Detroit 3 automakers expire, the two sides are meeting more frequently, but talks "have not yielded many results," the union said today. ... >> story  Published: Sep 12 10:01 am U.S. Eastern time Advertisement Roadshow Gives Guidance on Increasing Efficiencies Experts from OESA, Plante Moran and Plex Systems share guidance on how automotive manufacturers can improve productivity and efficiency while meeting growing demands. The Sept. 13 roadshow features real-life success stories and open Q&A. Join us from 2 to 5 p.m. at the GM Heritage Center, Sterling Heights. Click to learn more. Ford's reported succession plans welcomed by U.S. dealers Texas dealer calls Fields a 'ninja warrior who will accomplish great things' Several Ford dealers on Tuesday welcomed news that the Ford Motor board of directors may be preparing a succession plan to move the company forward after CEO Alan Mulally retires. ... >> story  Published: Sep 11 8:32 pm U.S. Eastern time / UPDATED: 9/12/12 3:49 pm ET - minor changes GM plans regular, on-site visits to small, mostly rural dealers Move aims to improve business, customer service Beginning in the first quarter of next year, GM district managers will make regular visits to small, mostly rural dealerships, which now have only call-center contact with the company. GM created the call center system about 25 years ago. ... >> story  Published: Sep 11 7:30 pm U.S. Eastern time / UPDATED: 9/11/12 7:41 pm ET - adds more detail

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