The end of 2009, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez shook the automotive world by threatening to expel the largest car manufacturer in the world, Toyota if it does not do technology transfer. Not quite a month, now turn to Ford worried. What now?

The case against one of the largest automobile manufacturer in the United States is another. Not because there is a demand, but they will not be able to rake in more profits. In fact, oil-producing countries are "barn" money for Ford.

The reason, the number one in Venezuela, Chavez, to devaluation (increase) the value of Venezuela's currency by 50 percent from 2.15 to 4.3 per U.S. dollar Bolivar. The act was done to strengthen the government's financial condition and maintain economic growth. However, it is actually threatening the automotive industry revenues in the country.

Ford Motor Company (FMC) most affected due to good sales in the Latin American countries. "Devaluation is happening is very worrying and negative impact on our business. In fact, they threatened to send military forces if there is a producer began to raise prices," said Jim Farley as Ford Global Marketing, Sales, and Service was quoted as saying Detroitnews on January 14, 2010.

The entry of Ford in Venezuela are able to realize the construction of the factory with an area of 4.64 hectares in the country (Valencia) and a production base for the model Fiesta, Explorer, Ranger, and some pick-up F-series. The presence of even a factory capable of creating 2000 jobs and revenue from exports to the South American market.

Ford to increase sales in South America and even has made major investments to capture the market in the region.
"Last year, Venezuela is a critical market for us. We are committed to venture capital in this country," said Farley.

Stoke City add to the pain after successfully holding Liverpool drew 1-1 in the Premier League continued, in Britain Stadium, Saturday (16/1/2010). These results add to the wound for the Liverpool supporters who hoped his team could win after eliminated from the FA Cup. Results were also increasingly distanced hope "The Reds" to get into a big four. They remain buried in order to-7 with the value 34.

In such action, Liverpool are without Fernando Torres and Steven Gerrard, tried to take the initiative attacks. Liverppol got the first chance of the action to Lucas in the 16th minute. Unfortunately, his shot could still hit one of Stoke City defender.

In minute 26, Lucas is also dangerous penetration. But alas, before fulfilled his efforts, he dropped Higginbotham in the penalty box. However, the referee did not see it as a violation.

Javier Mascherano et al nonchalant with it. They kept pressing and looking for opportunities to score goals. However, some opportunities can still be defeated Stoke defense. As a result, until the halftime whistle sounded, Liverpool could have scored one goal.

After halftime, Liverpool difficulty developing attacks. The reason, they get great pressure from the home team. Indeed, the escort Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina almost conceded by Tuncay Sanli action on 55 minutes. Lucky, Reina's goal was still safe after Tuncay shot was wide.

Furthermore, although the pressure is great enough, Liverpool managed to excel thanks to a goal which was created Sotirios Kyrgiakos in the 58th minute. At that time, managed to maximize the heat Kyrgiakos in front of goal Stoke, after the results of Fabio Aurelio's free kick.

This goal does not necessarily make Liverpool controlled action. They are under pressure again the home team. In fact, almost creating a goal Stoke replies through action Tuncay on 61 minutes. Receiving cross Ryan Shawcross, Tuncay gore ball straight. But unfortunately, the ball is still floating above the ruler.

Seeing his team under pressure, coach Rafael Benitez made a change strategy. He put players Maxi Rodriguez replaces anyarnya Degen on 76 minutes.

However, the introduction of Maxi had little effect on the knocked on Liverpool. They are under pressure again the home team. In fact, Liverpool have to accept the bitter pill for Reina's goal conceded by ASKI Robert Huth in the 90th minute. At that time, Huth managed to continue the ball results utilizing Higginbothan heading in left corner of the sector.

Do not want to lose points, Liverpool tried to maximize the remaining time available. At the time of injury time, Liverpool almost scored a goal by Kuyt action. Unfortunately, the max Kuyt heading Insua still hit the bait pole. The opportunity to be the last chance in this fight. As a result, "The Kop" have forced many points with Stoke.

Teams
Stoke City: Sorensen, Faye (Wilkinson 26), Shawcross, Higginbotham, Huth, Diao, Whitehead, Etherington, Delap (Lawrance 24), Sanli, Sidibe
Liverpool: Reina, Kyrgiakos, Skrtel, Insua, Carragher, Lucas, Mascherano, Aurelio, Degen (maxi 77), Ngog, Kuyt

Stoke City add to the pain after successfully holding Liverpool drew 1-1 in the Premier League continued, in Britain Stadium, Saturday (16/1/2010). Obviously, these results add to the wound for the Liverpool supporters who hoped his team could win after eliminated from the FA Cup.

In such action, Liverpool are without Fernando Torres and Steven Gerrard, tried to take the initiative attacks. Liverppol got the first chance of the action to Lucas in the 16th minute. Unfortunately, his shot could still hit one of Stoke City defender.

Then, at minute 26, Lucas is also dangerous penetration. But alas, before fulfilled his efforts, he dropped Higginbotham in the penalty box. However, the referee did not see it as a violation.

Javier Mascherano et al nonchalant with it. They kept pressing and looking for opportunities to score goals. However, some opportunities can still be defeated Stoke defense. As a result, until the halftime whistle sounded, Liverpool could have scored one goal.

After halftime, Liverpool difficulty developing attacks. The reason, they get great pressure from the home team. Indeed, the escort Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina barely pierced by the action Tuncay Sanli in the 55th minute. Lucky, Reina's goal was still safe after Tuncay shot was wide.

Furthermore, although the pressure is great enough, Liverpool managed to excel thanks to a goal which was created Sotirios Kyrgiakos in the 58th minute. At that time, managed to maximize Kyrgaiakos crisis in front of goal of Fabio Aurelio's free kick.

This goal does not necessarily make Liverpool controlled action. They are under pressure again the home team. In fact, almost creating a goal Stoke replies through action Tuncay on 61 minutes. Receiving cross Ryan Shawcross, Tuncay gore ball straight. But unfortunately, the ball is still floating above the ruler.

Seeing his team under pressure, coach Rafael Benitez made a change strategy. He put the new player replaces Rodriguex Maxi Degen on 76 minutes.

However, the introduction of Maxi had little effect on the knocked on Liverpool. They were back in the shadows of the home team. In fact, Liverpool have to accept the bitter pill for Reina's goal conceded by ASKI Robert Huth in the 90th minute. At that time, Huth managed to continue the ball results utilizing heading Higginbothan in left corner of the sector.

Do not want to lose points, Liverpool tried to maximize the remaining time available. At the time of injury time, Liverpool almost scored a goal through Kiyt action. But unfortunately, maximize the Kuyt Insua still hit the bait pole. The opportunity to be the last chance in this fight. As a result, "The Kop" have forced many points with Stoke.

Teams
Stoke City: Sorensen, Faye (Wilkinson 26), Shawcross, Higginbotham, Huth, Diao, Whitehead, Etherington, Delap (Lawrance 24), Sanli, Sidibe
Liverpool: Reina, Kyrgiakos, Skrtel, Insua, Carragher, Lucas, Mascherano, Aurelio, Degen (maxi 77), Ngog, Kuyt