Analyst Michael Robinet of IHS Automotive says some of the dealers that closed were in underserved rural areas, not in the big cities.

NPR: Watchdog Criticizes Handling Of Auto Dealerships

Mr. MICHAEL ROBINET (Analyst, IHS Automotive): There's no doubt that in hindsight, the government would certainly look to slow down the rate of dealer reductions, as well as the criteria they used to implement them.

NPR: Watchdog Criticizes Handling Of Auto Dealerships

More worrisome, perhaps, says Michael Robinet, vice president of vehicle forecasting for csm Worldwide, is that Opel has expertise GM needs as the industry shifts away from large trucks and suvs toward more fuel-efficient passenger cars.

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