Mitsubishi Focused on 'Business as Usual' After Ghosn Removal, N. America CEO Says

The transcript covers the importance of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance, Mitsubishi's future plans focusing on electrification, potential US manufacturing expansion, the role of subsidies in electrification, consumer trends in vehicle preferences, the impact of interest rates on auto sales, and trade issues with potential tariffs. The discussion highlights the strategic direction of Mitsubishi, emphasizing electrification and adaptation to market trends.

What is the current focus of the alliance between Renault, Nissan, and Mitsubishi?

• Expanding into new markets

• Business as usual

• Developing new technologies

• Reducing production costs

What is Mitsubishi's plan for its vehicle lineup in the United States?

• Discontinue older models

• Focus on luxury vehicles

• Expand into electric vehicles

• Increase production of sedans

Under what condition would Mitsubishi consider increasing manufacturing capacity in the United States?

• If they receive government subsidies

• If they form a new alliance

• If they can manufacture 100,000 units of a product

• If the demand for sedans increases

How does Mitsubishi view the role of subsidies in the electric vehicle market?

• A temporary measure

• Important for consumer interest

• Unnecessary for consumers

• Essential for their business model

Which vehicle segment is Mitsubishi focusing on due to consumer trends?

• Trucks

• Luxury cars

• Crossover utility vehicles

• Sedans

What impact do interest rates have on the car industry according to the transcript?

• They have no impact

• They encourage more car purchases

• They make consumers cautious about buying cars

• They only affect luxury car sales

How might tariffs affect the auto industry, particularly for Japanese brands in the U.S.?

• They will have no effect

• They will lower car prices

• They will only affect European brands

• They will increase costs for consumers