DAILY: Ford poised to put Fields in line to succeed CEO Mulally after retirement at end of 2013, report says | Chevy names new advertising chief ahead of key launches | Toyota introduces new tag line

DAILY NEWSLETTER September 11, 2012

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Ford prepares to name Fields COO, report says Move would put him in line to succeed CEO Mulally, who would retire at the end of 2013 Ford directors are preparing to promote Mark Fields to chief operating officer from president of the Americas, a move that anoints him as probable successor to CEO Alan Mulally, a person familiar... ... >> story  Published: Sep 11 4:00 pm 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. Chevy names new advertising chief ahead of key launches GM has tapped a new advertising director for Chevrolet ahead of a slew of product launches over the next 18 months. Molly Peck, who had been head of advertising for Cadillac, last week was named Chevrolet's director of U.S. advertising, a company spokesman said. ... >> story  Published: Sep 11 4:22 pm U.S. Eastern time Toyota introduces new U.S. advertising tag line 'Let's Go Places' replaces 'Moving Forward' The Toyota brand is changing its advertising tag line to “Let's Go Places,” replacing “Moving Forward,” its slogan since 2004. ... >> story  Published: Sep 11 3:05 pm U.S. Eastern time

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