but we're seeing a lot of good models in their first year. >> juliet: but typically the cars that are really out in front are the asian auto makers in terms of reliability, honda and toyota, still out in front? >> that's right. we're seeing the asian manufacturers continue to dominate the rankings. the stories are mixed throughout, but again, we're seeing honda with its acura division, lexus, they're all near the top. >> do american car makers are they starting to pay more attention to the way the japanese build cars? is that why we're seeing companies like general motors starting to do a little better with this? >> the domestic manufacturers and really all auto makers have followed closely what japan has done the last 20, 30 years. we're seeing an increase emphasis on reliability. it's a great concern to consumers. we're seeing not only general motors do well, but ford has done very well with 90% of the ford and lincoln models being above average. the other side of the story is we're not seeing significant improvements with chrysler.