Strategic Management
Characterize GM's commitment to the environment.
From a historical perspective, GM's commitment to the environment seems highly pragmatic in nature. Before it was 'bailed out' by the federal government, GM had a reputation for being the least environmentally-conscious of all of the major automobile companies. Today, GM promotes the fact that its U.S. sales of vehicles that get over 30 mpg are booming. This is part of GM's new image for the 21st century, in contrast to its emphasis on SUVs and large trucks in the previous decade, when it was lurching towards bankruptcy and plagued by labor issues.
GM is in pursuit of a zero-landfill goal and makes use of
As well as good PR, its new initiative could produce cost savings for the company in the future. An emphasis on fuel-efficient vehicles is salutary for GM because the price of gas is always unstable, and if gas skyrockets in cost, consumers will want smaller and more fuel-efficient vehicles. Toyota out-maneuvered GM with its creation of the Prius, which became very popular after the price of gas began to increase dramatically. GM does not want to be taken by surprise again, and wants to craft itself with a more innovative public image than its Japanese rival.
Q 2. Do you think this commitment will offset the environmental issues with fuel economy and greenhouse gas emissions? Provide support for your opinion.
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