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Honda Works To Assure Quality Cars

NPR Programs: Morning Edition  Fri, 11/18/2011 - 3:00am

Japanese automaker Honda has had a tough time recently. The earthquake and tsunami disrupted production. And now flooding in Thailand is causing more trouble.

A factory that makes about 5 percent of the company's vehicles is underwater. There are concerns that the quality of Honda's cars may be slipping.

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Toyota Squandered Its Reputation For Quality

NPR Programs: Morning Edition  Tue, 02/09/2010 - 7:30am

The Japanese automaker has stumbled badly in managing its current recall crisis. It's been accused of withholding information, changing its story and being less than aggressive in dealing with the various problems.

Assuming the company can solve the technology and safety problems, how does Toyota regain public trust?