[okie01]

But Toyota officials said the move to a Dallas suburb had nothing to do with cost-cutting and everything to do with fostering efficiency and collaboration.

"A lesson that should be paid attention to everyone who thinks we can off-shore manufacturing and keep the headquarters and design elements in the U.S."

Hate to burst your bubble, but every company that changes location will claim that cutting costs had nothing to do with it.

The reason is simple: If a union is involved, they are leaving themselves open to all kinds of punitive lawsuits. Under labor relations law, a less expensive operating environment is NOT a valid reason to change locations.

[DannyTN]

"every company that changes location will claim that cutting costs had nothing to do with it."

You may be right. Companies that go overseas tend to blame regulations and taxes. Because they fear a backlash if they admit they are seeking cheaper foreign labor with the intent of selling their products to Americans.

[CitizenUSA]

“Hate to burst your bubble, but every company that changes location will claim that cutting costs had nothing to do with it.”

Not only that but why would any company pick a fight with Democrats? “Oh, we’re leaving California because the Democrats have ruined it!” Yeah, that’s a good way to put your company on the Democrat’s hit list, and yeah, the Democrats are vindictive and will come after you! Think IRS audits, OSHA inspections, etc.