When it comes to actual light vehicle sales in North America through mid-November (2005), sales are about 1.6 per cent higher than they were in 2004. It is not as if the industry is declining. The decline is GM and Ford, with sales shifting to the other companies.

GM has been cutting back on production for a while now and that has meant losses for Delphi. This could be the same case with smaller parts makers if GM is a big customer.

Various jurisdictional and legal issues in Delaware and in New Jersey still need to be resolved before the teens can be moved.