In this case the patient is the ailing US auto industry and the remaining retirees and employees of those companies.   Being a member of this industry I would rather have the amputation than bleed to death, which is what will happen if the government continues with the drip IV of taxpayer funds.  Say ADDIOS to Chrysler and Dodge, merge Jeep with GM. 2009_dodge_avenger_20241742-300x189 Kiss Pontiac, Buick, Saturn and Saab goodbye, leaving Cadillac, GM trucks and Chevy cars in place.  As for Fiat, if you want to play in this market, buy one of these vacant plants, retool and retrain the displaced workers of Lordstown or Detroit and get to work. The US consumer is not holding their breath for your cars, but then again, maybe you’ve got something they’d love to own for under $15k and over 25mpg. 09 Saab2009_pontiac_solstice_20236106-300x1891I’m thrilled Ford hasn’t asked for a dime, that’s the best marketing money can’t buy.  Leave Lincoln, drop Mercury and keep Carroll Shelby as our legendary hero of muscle cars.  BTW Carroll, can you have an electric Mustang 500GT  ready for next year’s race? The truth, IMHO, is evident. Make the brutal changes swiftly and get it behind us. The sooner we make the necessary moves to consolidate the most viable assets of GM and Chrysler, the sooner the country can start moving forward. — _______________________________________________________ Top learn more about getting your best car deal click here: CAR DEALS Sarah Lee is an automotive executive with 20+ years of experience. She writers about Cars, and is a staunch consumer advocate on car related subjects. Her company: MY CARLADY is a car buyer’s service committed to getting you the best deal on your next new or pre-owned vehicle. You can reach her at www.mycarlady.com  You can follow My Carlady on Twitter at www.twitter.com/mycarlady or @mycarlady]]>