1. The article refers to the "phenomenal sales success in Britain, topping the best-sellers' list 13 times in 30 years and rarely out of the top three best-sellers even in its worst years". Describe the Ford Escort's performance during these years, using the Boston matrix.
2. Draw a product lifecycle diagram to show at what stage the Ford Escort is in its lifecycle now.
3. Identify the different strategies that Ford could have used in order to extend the lifecycle of the Ford Escort. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each option.