They are partners... that's what they do... they share platforms, designs etc... They aren't ripping off Mitsu designs, they are sharing...
Recently it's the Raider = Dakota, "Mitsu mini-van" = Caravan, Caliber = Lancer and Sebring = Galant... This recent sharing is even, two platforms for two platforms... Most of which are
joint projects...
Just like we're doing with Volkswagen currently... We aren't just taking their Polo... We're giving them a mini-van in exchange...
The main reason Mitsubishi came to us, is because they needed financial aid, and in return, they shared platforms with us... We shared with them too back then. Now both companies are backing out after these 4 new joint projects and the world engine, which is co-designed by both Chrysler and Mitsu...
BTW, if you see a new Mitsubishi Colt anytime soon, that is DaimlerChrysler's Smart FourTwo in Mitsubishi badges...
