TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%


Automotive News

consumer privacy
Daily Automotive News

How Dealers Can Use Data-Driven Marketing While Still Protecting Consumer Privacy

- January 6, 2020
Have you ever seen an advertisement online for a product right after having a conversation about it with someone? While this level of targeted marketing might seem invasive at first,...
UDAP Statutes
Daily Automotive News

Keeping It Real — and Legal

- January 6, 2020
Unfair and Deceptive Acts and Practices statutes (UDAP) cover virtually every aspect of a dealer’s sales, finance and fixed operations. Everything from advertising and marketing to consumers, staff conversations with...
Sonic Automotive
Daily Newscast

CBT Automotive Newscast for January 3, 2020

- January 3, 2020
 Today on CBTNews.com - Friday, January 3rd, 2019: Best of 2019: Sonic Automotive President Jeff Dyke Discusses Trends in the Auto Industry and EchoPark Expansion Plans On today’s show, we welcome back...
EchoPark
Daily Automotive News

Best of 2019: Sonic Automotive President Jeff Dyke Discusses Trends in the Auto Industry and EchoPark Expansion Plans

- January 3, 2020
On today’s show, we welcome back Jeff Dyke, President of Sonic Automotive, the fifth-largest U.S. dealership group. Jim and Jeff discuss how Sonic Automotive did as a whole for 2019,...
James Boening
Daily Newscast

CBT Automotive Newscast for January 2, 2019

- January 2, 2020
Today on CBTNews.com - Thursday, January 2nd, 2020: Best of 2019: Maryland Lexus Dealer Takes Whole New Approach to Employee Retention & Customer Experience On today’s show, we’re pleased to welcome back...
AIADA
Daily Newscast

CBT Automotive Newscast for January 1, 2020

- January 1, 2020
 Today on CBTNews.com - Wednesday, January 1st, 2020: Best of 2019: Cody Lusk, President & CEO of AIADA Talks Tariffs, Trade, and Tesla It’s never a dull moment in the auto retail...
tariffs
Daily Automotive News

Best of 2019: Cody Lusk, President & CEO of AIADA Talks Tariffs, Trade, and Tesla

- January 1, 2020
 It’s never a dull moment in the auto retail industry and so far this summer, there have been a lot of new developments to the stories we’ve been watching closely....
team
Daily Automotive News

Monday Morning Quarterbacking: How to Build a Champion Team

- January 1, 2020
Here we are in the middle of another exciting football season. Some teams can't seem to do anything wrong; some can't do anything right. And then, there are all the...
female
Daily Newscast

CBT Automotive Newscast for December 31, 2019

- December 31, 2019
Today on CBTNews.com - Tuesday, December 31st, 2019: Best of 2019: What the Industry Can Do to Recruit Female Talent in 2019 - Lisa Copeland and Brian Benstock Lisa Copeland, founder of...
servicesales requests
Daily Newscast

Additional Service Sales Requests

- December 30, 2019
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by guest host Michael Roppo, President of Automotive Domain Results. The two discuss points five and six of the...


Latest Articles

FTC invites dealers to report potential pricing issues across the industry. Ford doubles down on U.S. Assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy. Carvana expands its dealership portfolio with a CDJR dealership in Ohio. New car sales drop 7.3% in April, but don't blame buyers. Cox Automotive to acquire Fullpath to expand AI-driven marketing.
Latest Articles 04/25/26

Weekly roundup: FTC wants dealers to report deceptive pricing, Ford boost U.S. assembly, Carvana expands dealership portfolio

Sale of stakes in Bugatti Rimac and Rimac Group marks latest move in Porsche CEO Michael Leiters' sweeping turnaround effort.
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Porsche sells Bugatti Rimac stakes as it shifts focus to gas, hybrid models

Ford boosts U.S. assembly, Stellantis prioritizes turnaround strategy, Hyundai profit drops 24%
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Ford boosts U.S. assembly, Stellantis prioritizes turnaround strategy, Hyundai profit drops 24%

Toyota Mobility Foundation Names Innovators in Clean Freight as Detroit Winners of Global Sustainable Cities Challenge
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Toyota Mobility Foundation names innovators in clean freight as Detroit winners of Global Sustainable Cities Challenge

Baumann Auto Group
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Baumann Auto Group acquires Firelands Chevrolet of Norwalk in Ohio

Ford doubles down on U.S. assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Ford doubles down on U.S. assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy

Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say The automaker plans to shift funding toward Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat while maintaining its broader portfolio. On the Dash: Expect increased product investment and marketing support for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat. Regional and niche brands may see reduced volume but more targeted positioning and shared platforms. Platform-sharing and rebadging strategies could affect inventory mix and model differentiation. Stellantis will concentrate most of its investment on four core brands as CEO Antonio Filosa pushes a turnaround strategy set for release May 21, according to a Reuters exclusive. The automaker has identified Jeep, Ram, Peugeot, and Fiat as its priority brands. It will allocate a “material increase” in funding to them, driven by their stronger global sales and profitability, marking a shift away from the company’s previous approach of distributing investment more evenly across its portfolio. Sign up for CBT News’ daily newsletter and get the latest industry stories delivered straight to your inbox. Stellantis will retain its 14-brand lineup, the largest in the industry, and will not shut down underperforming marques. Instead, the company will reposition secondary brands such as Citroën, Opel and Alfa Romeo to operate in regional or niche roles. These brands will rely on shared platforms and technology developed by the core brands while maintaining distinct styling and market identity. The strategy comes as Stellantis works to regain market share in the United States and Europe while facing growing competition from Chinese EV makers. The company earlier reported a 22.2 billion-euro charge tied to scaling back its EV plans, underscoring the urgency of the strategic shift. Its market valuation has also declined significantly in recent months. To support the transition, Stellantis will expand its use of shared “multi-energy” platforms that support electric, hybrid and internal combustion (ICE) vehicles. Additionally, the company is evaluating rebadging strategies and joint development programs, including collaborations with its Chinese partner, Leapmotor. Executives and investors backing the plan expect the increased focus on core brands to improve efficiency and strengthen financial performance. Analysts say Stellantis could still consider further consolidation if results fall short of expectations. Meta description (140 characters) Stellantis to boost funding for Jeep, Ram, Peugeot and Fiat, shifting strategy while maintaining its 14-brand global portfolio.
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say

Hyundai's profit drops 24% as tariffs, weak global demand persist 
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Hyundai’s profit drops 24% as tariffs, weak global demand persist 

The latest JD Power-GlobalData forecast shows a decline in new car sales in April, but you can blame last year's tariff panic, not today's buyers.
Latest Articles 04/24/26

New car sales drop 7.3% in April, but don’t blame buyers

2026 Subaru Outback: Rugged evolution meets everyday practicality
Latest Articles 04/24/26

2026 Subaru Outback: Rugged evolution meets everyday practicality


CBT News
Powered by  GDPR Cookie Compliance
Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.