2009 Sales Forecast Winner

The winner of the 2009 Light Vehicle Sales Forecast Contest is...Jeff Trent of MAHLE.  Jeff's guess was only 40,972 off the 2009 total of 10,429,553 units (source: Autodata).  Jeff is the recipient of $100 for his close estimate.

To participate in the 2010 Light Vehicle Sales Forecast Contest, click here.

Jeff Trent

Manager, Marketing

MAHLE

SAA:    What is the one thing you would like to change about the auto industry?
Jeff:     The continuing trend of global consolidation among automakers and suppliers.

SAA:    What is it that you like most about the industry?
Jeff:     The dynamic nature of the market. New and improved technologies are constantly being developed to meet challenges in all areas of the industry (emissions, fuel economy, safety, driver/passenger comfort and convenience). The fact that automotive industry is on the forefront of technology in so many areas is what makes this industry exciting.

SAA:    If you weren’t at work today, you would be…

Jeff:     Either on the golf course or spending time with my family.

SAA:    Your first car was a ...
Jeff:     1972 Ford Mustang Fastback