Modest Gain Seen in Q1 Output

In their first crack at production plans for January-March 2015, automakers have slated 4,392,300 cars and trucks for completion, a figure limited by the ongoing rollout of all-new products such as Ford’s F-150 pickup. Also, Fiat Chrysler reportedly plans to close its Windsor, ON, Canada, van plant for three months beginning in mid-February for model changeover, while Ford’s Oakville, ON, Canada, facility is expected to operate at less than half its normal pace in January. Thus, ...