Making wheels for wheelchairs

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A 30 year GM veteran is applying his auto industry knowledge to a company that makes vehicles for the disabled. 

Source: CNNMoney – video report
 
Date: 02/19/2010 

Link: http://money.cnn.com/video/news/2010/02/19/n_vpg_hogan.cnnmoney/

Questions for discussion: 

  • Why do you think the big automakers have not produced this sort of specialized vehicle?
  • Does this sort of product require a different marketing strategy? Explain your answer.
  • What other niche markets could provide business opportunities in auto and truck transportation?

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