I also enjoyed this article. I liked how counter-examples were given for each 'myth'. Also, it seems to me, that although US car manufacturers are making feeble attempts at making cars consumers want, they already have a tainted brand (as I see it). For example:

Mazda 3 (5 door):
- 19k MSRP
- 22/29 City/Hwy
- 156 HP 2.3L DOHC 4cyl engine
- Same features w/o cost as VW Rabbit

VW Rabbit:
- 16k MSRP
- 21/30 City/Hwy
- 170 HP 2.5L 5cyl in-line
- You'll have to purchase some features, adding @ most an additional 1k

I like the look of the Mazda 3 5-door, but you basically get the same thing with the rabbit at much less cost. Not to mention I've personally heard more positive VW stories than I have any Mazda stories. VW has made quality small cars that were available in the US market since the original VW beetle, it is a 'trusted' name. This is just one simple example I threw together, I'm sure there could be counter-examples or even more that agree with me.

Thoughts?

6 Myths About GM, Ford, and Chrysler