Tuesday, General Motors made the shocking announcement that CEO Fritz Henderson is stepping down.
The company says it's turn-around plan was not working fast enough.
The important question is "Will the move translate into more sales?"
After 8-months at the top position of GM, Fritz Henderson is out.
GM board chairman and former AT&T president Ed Whitacre says he didn't see progress moving quickly enough.
Experts say, Henderson was part of the GM culture.
He began working their in 1984, which could have been the problem.
Northwood University Automotive Management professor Joseph Lescota says, "To expect that someone could change 25-years of their life, even though they said they could, would be a difficult decision."
Current GM top dog, Ed Whitacre, says Henderson carried too much of the old GM with him.
Experts agree.
Lescota says, "I think it was an outstanding move. It was hard, difficult, and people were nervous. While it was difficult, it was a very good decision provided they replace him with someone who understands how to work with Whitacre."
Here's where the rubber meets the road, consumer confidence.
Will the management move give consumers confidence that general motors is cleaning up mismanagement?
Dealers who spoke with NBC25 off camera say it shouldn't affect sales since it's the products being sold, not management styles.
Others are less optimistic saying a revolving door at the top means poor leadership.
Lescota says, "Whitacre's got his work cut out for him."
He's in charge for now, looking to turn GM upside down if that's what it takes.
Experts say, Henderson did the right thing by telling the public the auto loans would be paid back, but they also say, talk is cheap and the public wants to see action.
