Topic: Yugo

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Cork Grows on Trees
Episode 58 30:58 - 34:25

58: Cork Grows on Trees

Auto Industry Bailouts and the End of Yugo

The "Big Three" American automakers faced public backlash for flying private jets to Washington D.C. to request government bailout funds. In Europe, the German government is considering a billion-dollar bailout for Opel, though officials fear the funds may be diverted to its parent company, General Motors. Additionally, the final Yugo vehicle reportedly rolled off the assembly line in Serbia, marking the end of the brand.