Toyota promises custom order in 5 days

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Toyota Motor claims it can fill an order for a custom-built car within five days, much shorter than the 30-day notice required by most automakers. The five-day capability is also three times faster than that of Honda Motor, which is regarded as the industry's most efficient in order follow-through. Models that can be ordered in the accelerated order program include Solara, the coupe version of the company's best-selling Camry sedan.

United States, Marketing procedures, Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Motor Vehicles, Toyota Motor Corp.

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Renault plans speedy turnaround map for Nissan

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Renault executive vp Carlos Ghosn reported that its turnaround strategy for its partner Nissan would be completed by October. Ghosn said he will devote the coming three months studying Nissan's operations and asking employees suggestions on how to improve their performance. Renault has agreed to infuse $4.5 billion to help Nissan confront its $20 billion debt in return for a 36.8% stake in Nissan.

Japan, Strategy & planning, France, Automobile Manufacturing, Automobiles, Regie Nationale des Usines Renault, Nissan Motor Company Ltd.

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