After 18 months or so of an Automotive Industry slump, I am back at my old company with full credit for seniority (That means mostly my 5 weeks of vacation time! Plus a 1 week paid shutdown between Christmas and New Years.)

I believe the US market is starting its upswing. From my 28 years in this industry, build shops and suppliers usually lead the economy by a year or so as Automotive retools for a fresh surge. At least that is my experience - we slump sooner, and start climbing sooner.

Just thought I would share.