Quotes by John Mendel

“To make it really work, the cost has to be cut in half. The cost of the batteries is very high. We fortunately control the cost of the CPU, the electric motor.”

“Judging by the vanity plates in California - Saving More, Low Mileage - hybrid is a badge of honor that people want to wear. Hydrogen is the path to the future. But, on the way to hydrogen, hybrid is an alternative.”

“I cant remember when it wasnt really a rough year.”

“Id rather see GM healthy. Id rather see Ford healthy. I think its hard on the industry when youve got competitors that are in crisis. Its not good for our business. Its not good for their business.”

“I believe its constantly good to be paranoid. If Im not worried about Toyota (Motor Corp.) or the Koreans, Im worried about the Chinese. I think that sets up a pretty good framework for how you need to operate.”

“Were still the only manufacturer thats actually delivered a hydrogen vehicle (an FCX) to a customer.”

“Even though you try to take a position of quiet leadership, there are those times when you need to come out and help that along a little bit. So I think we can probably be a little bit more upfront.”

“The large interior adapts to people or cargo like no other car in its class.”

“Weve listened to our customers and added the features they told us they wanted. The Accord Hybrid is unique in that it delivers performance and environmental responsibility without compromising one for the other.”

“It is a car worthy of its legacy.”