Essays on Honda Motors

Harley Davidson is the world’s leading manufacturer of heavyweight motorcycles. The company is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and has been producing motorcycles for more than 100 years. The company provides wholesale and retail financing and insurance programs principally to its dealers and customers. It operates in two business divisions: motorcycles and related products and the financial services. The company undertakes strengthening its marketplace position through launching new product, reorganization programs and tactical alliances. The company operates in an industry characterized by fierce competition. Its main competitors include Yamaha and Honda. Initially, the company operated in the United States Continue reading...

Introduction

Economics is the study scarce resources and how they scarce resources are distributed among the competing human wants. The focus has for long been base on the historical resources and factors of economic distribution without taking into consideration accruing changes on the subject issues and the bare truth underlying the study. To this, second world economists with different interpretations of the subject matter have risen with a new perspective on economic issues. Charles Wheelan in his book Naked Economics looked at some of the economics issues that other economists have not talked about or overlooked in one way or Continue reading...

As a young boy in a family of two girls and two boys, I grew up dreaming of having a successful and bright future. My parents who were both high school teachers made sure we had the best lifestyle that they could afford. Despite the sacrifice, is still felt letdown by my parents because they dint own a car like the rest of my friends parents. Upon graduating and securing a job as a banker, my first priority was to own a Honda Civic. I went from show room to showroom and finally settled for a sleek navy blue Continue reading...

1. What is Bajaj’s strategy in the Indian motorcycle industry? And that of TVS?
Historically, Bajaj was a strong player in the scooter segment. It dominated the scooter market for few decades, but the scooter market faced a decline with the arrival of motorcycles. Bajaj planned to make an entry into the lucrative motorcycle market. It initially started its foray into the 100cc segment but was not successful as Hero Honda’s products were quite superior and economical. It then entered the 150cc segment because that segment was relatively competition free. With the successful launch of Pulsar and Continue reading...

- Globalization and burgeoning technology/innovation that shrink product-life-cycles, coupled with global competitor’s quality and price, brings goods to the USA adding to 80-90% mega-competition for most consumer goods sold in USA, compared to <25% in 1950’s. Equally, global companies compete severely and challenge US firms abroad.
- The U.S. and Eurozone economies play major roles in the world economy and are crucially important for each other’s prosperity. The two sides combined account for around 40% of world GDP, over 25% of world trade, 60% of world foreign direct investment flows, and 60%-70% of world banking Continue reading...

Management

Introduction
Zongshen motorcycles started off with assembling engines for motorcycles which then also started developing core components of the engine. With the change in government policies, Zongshen began manufacturing gasoline powered motorcycles. Since it was a smaller company then, it lacked the capital to be spent on Research and Development and hence it imitated the designs of Japanese products. As the company expanded in its operations, it entered into a joint venture with Piaggio, Italy to develop motorcycles with globally applied European standards since Zongshen is looking for innovative products best suited for Chinese markets as the earlier ones Continue reading...

Industry Analysis

There are 13 automotive multinationals in the United States, which produce around 6 million vehicles annually. In global market, China tops the list of countries by crossing 13.8 million units in the year 2009 leaving North America behind. The changing rules, regulations, and laws related to the automotive industry have modified the working of the industry. New products are being introduced due the laws on emission of gases.
Technology has advanced and so has the consumer demand regarding automobiles as the industry has witnessed an overall growth in the demand of advanced automobiles. The industry has become the largest Continue reading...

Summary

The car market in China is facing a massive slow down in recent times. The car sales have dropped to a two year low. There are three major reasons for this break down in the volume of sales. First of all, there is a general economic slow-down that the country is experiencing at present. Secondly, the competition from international field has increased immensely in the last few years and thirdly, the environmental concerns have given rise to the necessity of new legislations that restrict the number of cars owned by a person. It is worthy of note that the Continue reading...

Forewords

The automotive industry is referred as one of the prominent industries in the 21st century. This is because business and personal movements and activities both in developed and developing countries today depend heavily on the use of automobiles. The automotive industry is termed as the largest industry in the world in terms of capital, volume, annual turnover and employees (Hoque et al., 2013). Toyota and Hyundai are the two leading automobile companies in the world. Le (2014) revealed that Toyota has managed to rebuild its image after its crises of 2008 that was a great fall. Furthermore, the report Continue reading...

Module Two

Susan Fournier, in her paper published in 1998 in the background readings, she claims that there are relationships between customers with their brands.
1) Explain what Fournier means by "having a relationship" with a brand.
2) Using two brands chosen from the categories below, explain whether or not you believe that customers have relationships with these brands.
- Honda
- Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen
3) Expand your thinking and explain whether, based on Fournier's paper, your experience and your knowledge of other people, customers have relationships with all brands.
- Susan Fournier explanation to Brand Relationship
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Customizing a Harley-Davidson Sportster vs. an Import Look-a-like

Harley Davidson vs. Imported Look-alike
Harley-Davidson Sportster is one of the most classic models of motorbikes that are currently available. The Sportster was released in the market shortly after the Second World War and still one of the toughest bikes in terms of quality and durability. There are many imported motor bike brands that were able to reach the similar popularity of Harley-Davidson Sportster and even developed their own technology, which is similar to the Harley-Davidson’s creation. These imported brands may have been able to create a Sportster “look-alike”, but in terms of total performance, the Harley-Davidson’s Continue reading...

Ford operates in a global automotive industry. According to current estimates (“Global Automotive Report”, 2013) total revenues of car producers worldwide constituted about $800 billion in 2013, and sales volumes accumulated approximately 80 million cars and other light vehicles. Top players of the industry are headquartered in the U.S., Germany, Japan, South Korea, and Great Britain, and include Volkswagen, Toyota, Daimler, GM, BMW, Nissan, Honda, and Hyundai. Analysts forecast that the global automotive market will continue to expand actively, and over 100 million units will be sold annually by 2020 (“Global Automotive Report”, 2013). Such growth will be fueled Continue reading...

The article talks about that Honda Power Company is spending $750 Million in its Ontario based plant. In return the Ontario government will share the 10 percent in the investment cost Honda’s development effort to develop a new car.
The reason given in the article for the government giving backing to this investment is that fact that recently a giant in the industry, Ford Motor Company has shut down its operations resulting in the loss of 300,000 jobs in the Canadian economy.
The article talks about that the auto industry is declining in Canada due to the Continue reading...

Upon watching 50 advertisements late in the evening last night, I noticed several similarities, and I categorized the patterns into five groups. The firstare cars. The second arethe animals, and the third is family. Next are the visual ads and the last are the sexy ads. These are based on the image and identification stages of decoding advertisements.
The first object, cars, is quite evident in its use. The ads are basically selling car brands. Thus, the ad frames are mainly composed of the car brand swiftly running on long-winded highways and the surroundings becoming blurry (“Hyundai Elantra nice”; “ Continue reading...

My favorite ad is the “Honda Hands ad”. The ad is based on showing people what curiosity can do. The ad shows two hands working on various engines and transforming the gadgets into a variety of small cars and engines. The ad starts with a bolt and shows how the bolt is transformed into various objects. The small objects include different kinds of cars, a robot, a motor cycle, a boat, a robot, an airplane, a loan mower and many other objects.
The “Honda Hands ad” is very compelling because it shows you what dreams can achieve. It shows Continue reading...

The strategy explains the idea of how businesses successfully create competitive advantages in the market place. It reflects that battling with the competitors is not a successful tactic to succeed from competitor. Rather a company can succeed in competition by creating a “blue ocean” in the market place that is still uncontested. According to the Mauborgne and Kim, this strategic policy enhanced the value of a business by increasing the values foe employees and customers. They further explain that the strategy helps in exploring the new potential markets. In this way, a business enjoys a monopoly in the newly Continue reading...

Introduction

BMW is a German company that deals with automobiles and motorcycles manufacturing and production, with its headquarters in Munich. BMW is ranked among the top three luxury car producers and manufactures in Germany. BMW has a footprint all over the world, and it is among the best-selling luxury automakers in the whole world. BMW continues to revolutionize its products and maintain a competitive edge over its competitors. The customer is at the heart of any production company, and this is not different at BMW. Every model it produces is designed to meet the needs of a specific or target Continue reading...

Integrated case analysis

Introduction
Strategic management refers to the ability of managers to execute a collection of strategic policies in order to outsmart their rivals in the regional and global market. It is an intellectual approach by the management where they review their current performance and devise strategies to improve on effectiveness and profitability to seize competitive advantage over their rivals. Ford motor company has had a series of ups and downs in the automotive industry due to advanced technology and increased competition. The situation has prompted the management to review its strategic plan with intent to regain its market share and Continue reading...

Abstract

A hybrid car is a car used to drive the drive wheels more than one energy source.
Hybrid car called the vehicle driven by using the hybrid power plant. A distinctive feature of the hybrid power plant is to use two or more sources of energy and their corresponding engines that convert energy into mechanical work. Some sources of information used, the term "hybrid engine", which from a technical point of view is incorrect.
Despite the diversity of sources of energy (thermal energy of gasoline or diesel fuel, electricity, compressed air energy, the energy of the compressed liquefied gas, Continue reading...

Chronic pain management has been one of the most controversial issues in the health sector. It has attracted so much attention in the cases where the physicians do assume that the physical pain a patient does experience is not such a complicated medical issues and is one that can be solved through use of mild or moderate pain relievers. Research studies have indicated that such assumptions are mainly as a result of physicians, nurses and other health practitioners taking into assumption the descriptive evidence offered by the patient (American Academy of Pain Medicine, 2014). The problem has been differentiating Continue reading...

In the wake of the second world war and with the entry into what would come to be known as the “nuclear age”, the world knew that nothing would be the same in the second half of the 20th century. Arguably, nobody felt the dawn of the nuclear age greater than Japan following the devastation and chaos caused by the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings. First-hand accounts of the bombings were frightening; people screaming, fleeing, desperate to find cover, while a blinding light and a sudden blazing heat suddenly filled the air, followed swiftly by an ominous roar, a steady Continue reading...

Introduction

The contents of automobile ads in the past sixty years reflect the changes in society. Companies make huge investments, utilize sophisticated technologies, and make use of very persuasive language to market existing products (Green, 2012). In the automobile industry, advertising is a key strategy to promote and sell cars, trucks, and accessories. According to Georgano (2013) “the advertising industry and the automobile grew up side by side and each was a major stimulus to the other” (para 1). For the past sixty years, there have been changes in automobile ads, not only in the contents but also in their Continue reading...

- The above case touches on issues to do with services that are unsolicited. From the facts above Debbie really was not in a position to negotiate with Pete or his agents in the ambulance as to whether she will take the first aid or not, due to her unconsciousness. However, it also should be noted that it was in her best interest to receive the first aid because any assumption or inaction would have put her life in danger. By definition, unsolicited goods are products or services provided to someone who did not specifically request or order them.
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In James Morrow’s novella Shambling Towards Hiroshima, a man is hired by the US government to put on a rubber monster suit and put on a demonstration in which he destroys a small city, in order to completely end World War II. As his main character says of his intentions for the beast, “I hope to make this magnificent lizard as famous a symbol for the abolition of nuclear weapons as Smokey the Bear has become for the prevention of forest fires” (Morrow 162). This scenario is an obvious homage to the Godzilla films from Japan’s Toho Continue reading...

Harley-Davidson was founded in 1903 by William Harley-Davidson, Arthur Davidson, Williams Davidson, and Walter Davidson in a shed in their backyard in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They started production in 1903 with three motorcycles and increased production to eight motorcycles in 1908. In 1969, AMF Incorporated purchased Harley-Davidson Motor Company and expanded its capacity from 15,000 to 40,000 motorcycles. Harley-Davidson, Incorporated was formed in 1981, after it was acquired from AMF Incorporated in a buyout. Harley-Davidson, Incorporated became a publicly held company in 1986.The new management reduced inventories and improved total quality. Following the new quality focus Harley-Davidson began Continue reading...

Analysis of the value chain management of Toyota

Introduction:
In this era of globalization and cut throat business environment the organizations need to develop themselves consistently in order to not only sustain their business but also grow in view of the competition and the choice of next best alternatives available to the consumer all over the world.
Toyota as an organization is a prime example of constantly innovating and changing to maintain its position as a market leader by having a sustained production stream of quality automobiles and thus the success is well documented and the reputation that Toyota has earned in quality, reduction in costs and Continue reading...

16Th, November, 2013

Honda Motor Corp
Introduction:
Honda Motor Corp is a Japanese automobile and motorcycle manufacturer which have multinational presence around the globe. Founded in the year, 1949. The company is the leading manufacturer of motorcycles and eight largest manufacturer of automobiles in the world.

Financial Analysis:

Profit Margin Ratios
These ratios access the profitability of the entity and can said to be the true indicator for accessing the profitability of the concerned company. We will be using these ratios to adjudge how well Honda Motor Corp and General Motor Corp generates operating profits and net profit from its revenue.

Operating Profit Margin: (Operating profit/ Revenues)

Net Profit Margin:
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The types of vehicle technologies that are out there today continue to confuse and multiply. Since the early 20th century, gasoline-powered automobiles have been quite popular, but in recent years an alternative emerged in the form of hybrid cars, which are more cost efficient and environmentally sound. From the 2011 alone, there are over forty different models of hybrid cars that are competing eagerly for U.S. market share, which includes not only compacts, but hybrid crossovers, pickup trucks, sedans and SUVs.
Hybrid vehicles basically have an engine that is a combination of the internal combustion engine of gasoline automobiles Continue reading...

"Piper's New Medium Twin". Flight International Magazine, 24 December 1964. Web. . The Company, Piper Aircraft, Inc. is the producer of  various aviation aircraft, situated at Vero Beach Municipal Airport in Vero Beach, Florida. Piper is known as member of the three giant companies when it comes to various aviation production.
Piper Aircraft, Inc. was founded last 1927 and to date, Piper aircraft had manufactured more than 140,000 aircrafts from more than 150 declared models, where in almost 100,000 are flying in air up to now.
Gilbert, James . "Mr. Piper's Cub": Ziff-Davis Publishing Company. 1965. Web. Piper Continue reading...

Abstract

This paper will reflect over four articles regarding car theft in Dallas. It will present an outline on each of these four articles.

Main Body

The first article: “Auto Thieves Strike When Iron, Summer are Hot, Authority Warn Dallas Areas Drivers”
Thesis Statement: July is the time of most car theft in Dallas
1) First Main Point: Every summer during the high temperatures, there incline of vehicle break in

A) Supporting Detail:

1) July is the worst month
2) They have an event called “Watch Your Car Month” alert the public
2) Second Main Point: There an automobile crime every two minutes in Dallas

A)Supporting Detail:

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This report is divided into three tasks that are going to be dealt with in respect to the AVIS. The first section will highlight the development of an information system and deliver an overview of what the system is supposed to deliver in respect to car management. The next section deals with the human computer interface and the elements to be considered in order to develop a usable and friendly interface. Finally, the project will feature the establishment of one of the best e-commerce experiences that attracts and retains customers.
This report is important in the development of an Continue reading...

Question#1

Question#2
The role of “it is not the case that” or “it is false that” can be described by the logical operator of negation (~)

Question#3

This is a well-known case of omnipotence paradox (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omnipotence_paradox)
Generally it is a special case of Russel’s paradox (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russell%27s_paradox)
The bottom line is that we cannot give any affirmative or negative answer to the question. If we say “yes, he can build the wall, which he couldn’t jump over”, we have a contradiction with the statement, that Zeus could do anything – he can’t jump over the wall, over which he can’ Continue reading...

CHAPTER 8: TARIFFS VERSUS QUOTAS

INTRODUCTION
The main concern of this study is to determine the better option between quotas and tariff for US for importing goods from Japan. The impacts of both quota and tariff on the US economy along with the impact of all foreign imports on the domestic production in terms of industry competition is central idea of the study.
Tariff: The amount of tax or duty that is to be paid to the government on the particular class of imports and exports.

As discussed in this case the quota if imposed on the imports of television from Japan then it Continue reading...

Business

INTRODUCTION
This report analyses the strategy adapted by Harley Davidson. The report focuses on the business level strategies as well as corporate level strategies and how these strategies are important for the success of the firm in the long run. In addition to this, the report analyses the competitive environment of the firm and analyses the strategies adapted by Harley Davidson and its competitors.

BUSINESS LEVEL STRATEGIES:

Harley Davidson is known for the products with differentiation, products which are completely unique and different from others. For the production of its products and services Harley formulates various strategies. One of the key strategies Continue reading...

First "Coca-Cola" advertisement

When reviewing the first advertisement about "Coca-Cola", the obvious purpose of this is to advertise a world famous beverage, that looks so refreshing and tasty in the middle of practically nowhere. The main idea of this commercial is to show how desirable a drink can be to people in the middle of a place, with no water closer, than in 50 miles. Also, there is an interesting feature, that I could not miss. The drawing of cowboys on the right side, standing next to a bus full of cheerleaders, clearly sends us a message about a connection between the Continue reading...

Automotive technologies which rely on control engineering principles are well-developed, but continue to have great potential for improved safety or enhanced driving. Describe one such system and highlight the major technological challenges and how these may be overcome. Aspects such as cost, power supply and measurement techniques must be discussed as well as incentives for development techniques must be discussed as well as incentives for development and the obstacles to mass-market acceptance in the automotive industry.
All cars now have internal Vehicle Speed Sensors (VSS) which tell the driver the speed the car is traveling as well as having Continue reading...

Question 1

The overall goal is to have the book to be fully corrected. It is substandard and should not be used for teaching the English language. Only the edited manuscript should be endorsed for publishing. It can mislead the learners of nglish language.

Question 2

The major issue in this case include the erroneously published text book; honoring the teacher to proof read the book and make the necessary changes and failure by Mr. Honda to hand in the manuscript in time even though he had a six-month notice for the task. Finally, it is disturbing why Mr. Honda with his colleagues Continue reading...

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(City & State)

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This report is important in the development of an information system that will migrate the company’s documentation to the digital platform of information management unlike the conventional paper based management of the company properties. The information system development identifies the various functionalities and their characteristics in reference to the business needs of the company. The system can, however, not be complete without considering the interface elements that define its functionality and usability. As such, the next stage utilizes the human computer interface design principles to deliver the anticipated motive. The help of the Honda Continue reading...

Introduction

Toyota’s core business is being the global manufacturer of automotive and has an extended structure including subsidiaries and plants in over 170 countries. Having an extensive global and geographical coverage puts the corporation at a risky position due to outside forces exerted by the global external environment. The external business environment is the core determiner of success and continuous progress of the business. The Japan Corporation faces imminent challenges in sustaining its operation around the globe due to economic and social-cultural factors that create commotion and inappropriate conditions for the existence of a car manufacturing industry. Considering the Continue reading...

Introduction

Mobility is a significant basis for quite a number of private and economic activities. Thus, it forms a critical part of our everyday life. In many countries, mobility demand is mainly met by road traffic, with modern automobiles and road networks allowing for a high level of individual mobility. However, there are issues that are a consequence of this mobility. For example, mobility results in significant environmental problems in terms of carbon dioxide emissions that are mainly attributed to the burning of gasoline. Another problem is the declining fuel reserves and the subsequent rise in oil prices which translates Continue reading...