Quote:
|
Originally Posted by martinjlm
As far as providing people the incentives by subsidizing the fuel purchases, I'd just say there is a fine line between saying "we'll credit you for fuel prices over $1.99" or just putting $2,500 back in your pocket at time of purchase. At the end of the day, the same amount of fuel is going to be used. How the subsidy is managed is pretty much immaterial.
|
I have to disagree. It is not a "fine line". Actually I don't think is $2,500 I believe is closer to $1,000. In Canada the offer is presented as buy any 2006 Pontiac and GM will pay part of your gas expenses upto 2,500 litres during the first year. This encourages people to use more gas during the first year so they don't loose their incentive. It also benefits GM by increasing the visits to the dealerships and repairs.
The actual amount and the additional repairs and earlier need for service is irelevant. The incentive to use more gas is relevant.
Mr. Bush had finally acknowledged what the world knew all along, "Americans are addicted to Oil". That was a positive step, then GM says we will help you pay for your addiction if you buy our product.
Quote:
My message to GM:Don't help us pay for gas !
Instead help us use less gas and we will buy your products again !
|
pass it on...
Katz.