Stout is recognized as a leading provider of advisory services to companies in the Automotive industry. Our professionals understand the complex relationships between OEMs and tiered automotive suppliers both internationally and domestically. We have advised companies ranging from multinational publicly traded OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers to closely held component suppliers around the world. Our technical knowledge, backed by Stout's cross-functional expertise, reaches far beyond general economic and financial theory to the specialized industry-specific considerations of the automotive supply chain.

Our experience includes:

• Automobile manufacturers
• Other motor vehicle manufacturers
• Heavy equipment manufacturers
• Materials and material processors
• Parts and equipment suppliers (including tires and wheels)
• Logistics and service providers
• Dealerships
• Auto warranty and recalls