A couple of weeks ago, General Motors impressed analysts with a strong fourth quarter that boasted a 28% surge in revenue and 15% increase in net income, despite a challenging year for the automotive industry.

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F), to put it bluntly, did nearly the opposite. Management expressed frustration, disappointment, and even admitted it had left $2 billion in profits on the table in factors it could control.

Ouch.

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