Terry Helgesen

General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), one of the world's largest automakers, was founded in 1908, and today manufactures cars and trucks in 34 countries. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 244,500 people in every major region of the world, and sells and services vehicles in some 140 countries. The company brands are Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, HUMMER, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM's largest national market is the United States, followed by China, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Canada, Russia and Germany. GM's OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. GM is the majority shareholder in GM Daewoo Auto & Technology Co. of South Korea, and has product, power train and purchasing collaborations with Suzuki Motor Corp. and Isuzu Motors Ltd. of Japan. GM also has advanced technology collaborations with Chrysler LLC, Daimler AG, BMW AG and Toyota Motor Corp. and vehicle manufacturing ventures with several automakers around the world, including Toyota, Suzuki, Shanghai Automotive Industry Corp. of China, AVTOVAZ of Russia and Renault SA of France. Genuine GM Parts and accessories are sold under the GM, GM Performance Parts, GM Good wrench and ACDelco brands through GM Service and Parts Operations, which supplies GM dealerships and distributors worldwide. GM engines and transmissions are marketed through GM Power train.

The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) is an organization where members of the automotive industry work together to establish shared standards for quality, supply chain, and corporate responsibility matters. The non-profit company is based in Southfield, MI. AIAG provides its members with free and discounted products and services, as well as the chance to volunteer on committees.

DENSO International America, Inc. supplies automotive technology, systems and components. The firm's product categories include power train, climate control, body electronics, driving control and safety and information and communication. The company was founded on December 2, 1985 and is headquartered in Southfield, MI.

The Ford Group of Nottingham Ltd. provides electrical, mechanical and data systems services. The company offers services such as design, implementation, and maintenance of building. It is headquartered in Nottingham, UK.

DaimlerChrysler Co. LLC manufactures passenger cars, light trucks and commercial vehicles. The company commercial vehicle brands include Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner, Sterling, Western Star, Setra and Mitsubishi Fuso. It also offers financial and other automotive services through DaimlerChrysler financial services. The company was founded in November, 1998 and is headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI.