Carlos Ghosn Quotes

We are not making a capital investment into GM as the first element or condition.

I mean, when you’re a pioneer and you are at the forefront of an offensive, you’re going to be the most optimistic person.

I don’t believe in hostile moves. I don’t believe they carry any value.

I always loved cars. I don’t know why, I can’t explain it to you. It has always been with me.

At the age of 20 I bought a used Fiat 127. This was the only one I could afford!

The time is right for electric cars – in fact the time is critical.

As the CEO, I have to take care of the short term, mid term and the long term.

When the CEO makes a decision, people don’t come back on it.

Profit is the most global aspect of a business, and it is cross-functional.

When you’re C.E.O., you have to have two conditions: first, shareholders need to trust you and want you to head your company. The second is that you need to feel the motivation to do the job. So, as long as both are reunited, you continue to do the job. And today, they are reunited.

China will be the answer to Japan’s problems.

When you start thinking about leaving, choose your moment carefully. Go out while you’re still on top, not when you’re no longer in control of events.