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“CAFE is like trying to cure obesity by requiring clothing manufacturers to make smaller sizes.”

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Bob Lutz
Bob Lutz

Bob Lutz, born on February 12, 1932, is an accomplished executive in the automotive industry. He held several key positions at General Motors, including Executive Vice President of Global Product Development. Lutz has over 50 years of experience in the automotive industry, with a deep understanding of car design and manufacturing. more

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