The purpose of this study is to understand the relationship between 'brand personality' and key outcomes in the Chinese automobile industry. A secondary aim of the study is to look at whether or not these relationships hold across purchasers and non-purchasers. The major conclusion is that while...

In their eagerness to develop relationships with customers, some marketers often overlook the fact that not all consumers may be interested in maintaining a relationship with the firm. In this research, the authors develop a theoretical model as to why many customers do not wish to maintain a...

This study examines the development of brand equity by evaluating the influences of brand associations, perceived quality, satisfaction, and brand loyalty. Based on insights from prior research, four models are proposed, which focus on alternative relationships among these four factors. Sample...