Armoured autos
Article Abstract:
Bill O'Gara's company has been customizing security cars for US presidents since Harry S Truman. Its first mass-market service, the Personal Security Vehicle (PSV-2), is targeted at US drivers afraid of car-jacking. For $40-70,000, O'Gara adds up to 500 pounds of glass and steel to any car.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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Unite: car makers of the world
Article Abstract:
Analysts predict the market for automobiles will be shrinking worldwide. Manufacturers must cooperate with each other to maintain sales, as Chrysler, Ford Motor Co and General Motors have in the US recently. Information on Japan and Italy is also given.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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