But the magnitude of recent fuel price rises mean even these cost reduction measures are now not enough.

The price reduction is not as great as what GM has made it out to be. They are squeezing the dealers.

Foreign ownership has declined somewhat in recent months with the run-up in the price of fuel, as the sector's been a little bit out of favor, but it's still worth our while to do it (reclassify the shares) in preparation for when that reverses,

Looking to the fourth quarter, we expect to continue to benefit from recent acquisitions, our cost reduction program, and the seasonal strength of our packaging and consumer business, ... However, we also expect the softness to continue in the construction, transportation, building and distribution markets and see no relief from the higher energy prices.

But if Dell exploits the cost reduction,

It's really hurting drivers because of the cost of fuel.