2008 should be a challenging, yet exciting, year for the U.S. automotive industry. Fresh from finalizing new contracts with the United Automotive Workers union (UAW) and with restructuring plans well under way, the “Big 3” U.S. automakers are poised to become more competitive.

Several other trends and issues will shape the automotive industry in 2008:

• New alliances and partnerships
• Consumer loyalty
• Tightening credit market and higher commodity prices
• Environmental sustainability
• Talent management

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