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Nissan Motors President Carlos Ghosn answered questions on the new car conference on December 2, 2004.
- Due to insufficient steel supply, Nissan’s domestic plant in Japan will stop production for five days from the end of November to the beginning of December. Why is it falling into this situation?
Ghosn: It can't be said that there is no problem with our plan. Including the "Lafesta" announced today, six new models will be launched from this fall to next spring, and the output will be a record. Never before have such high production been produced in a single period. Moreover, in order to sell these new cars, it is also necessary to ensure that a certain amount is used for display at 2,600 exhibition halls throughout Japan. All this led to the lack of steel.
- future forecast?
Ghosn: According to our exchange of opinions with steel mills, it is predicted that the problems from January to February next year will be resolved. However, in March next year, it may reduce production by about 15,000 vehicles. It is estimated that it will return to normal from April.
-- One of the reasons for this shortage of steel is through the simplification of the continuous reduction of costs by steel suppliers. Will there be any change in procurement methods in the future?
Ghosn: There will be no change. In this difficult period, the relationship with partner companies will be even closer. Our partner companies are very cooperative. I hope to continue this kind of good relationship in the future.
——Is there a possible shortage of steel outside Nissan? Ghosn: If steel is not enough, it will not only be us but it will also affect suppliers. I worry that suppliers will not be able to produce parts because of insufficient steel. At present we are taking action to avoid this happening.
- Has progress have been made with Mitsubishi Motors' cooperation in the mini vehicle field?
Ghosn: Negotiations are going on. The company’s goal is not to increase production in the mini-vehicle area. The minicar business is a good business. The company’s mini-vehicle “Moco†has also generated revenue. Our goal is to win new customers in this field.