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GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
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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%
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President of CADA Tim Jackson on Fuel Efficiency Standards, Warranty Reimbursement, and the Innovative Dealer Summit | Auto Loan Interest Rates Continue to Soar | Interview Tips When Hiring F&I Managers

- March 13, 2019
Today on CBTNews.com - Wednesday, March 13th, 2019: President of CADA Tim Jackson on Fuel Efficiency Standards, Warranty Reimbursement, and the Innovative Dealer Summit There’s been a lot on the agenda for...
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Auto Loan Interest Rates Continue to Soar

- March 13, 2019
Auto loan interest rates continue to go up, according to a recent Edmunds analysis, with rates reaching their highest in a decade. Looking at the data collected, the annual percentage...
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President of CADA Tim Jackson on Fuel Efficiency Standards, Warranty Reimbursement, and the Innovative Dealer Summit

- March 13, 2019
There’s been a lot on the agenda for dealer associations to contend with so far this year. On today’s show, we take a look at Jim’s recent conversation with Tim...
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Evaluating Your Dealership’s Marketing Team and Ad Spend | Servicing the Newest Automotive Technology Increases Profits for Automotive Service Centers | Driving More Traffic to Your Dealership

- March 12, 2019
Today on CBTNews.com - Tuesday, March 12th, 2019: The Importance of Evaluating Your Dealership's Marketing Team and Advertising Spend - Glenn Pasch, PCG Digital Jim recently caught up with Glenn Pasch, auto...
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Servicing the Newest Automotive Technology Increases Profits for Automotive Service Centers

- March 12, 2019
Previously, automotive service centers only had to worry about the basic functions of a vehicle, like engine work, tire changes, and routine maintenance. The idea that mechanics in the automotive...
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How the Integration Between Lyft and Xtime Can Benefit Your Dealership | Grow Your Service Sales Business by Having a Strong Q1 and Year-End Plan | Jeep to Join the Ranks of Plug-In-Hybrids

- March 11, 2019
Today on CBTNews.com - Monday, March 11th, 2019: How the Integration Between Lyft and Xtime Can Benefit Your Dealership - Matt Schwartz, Sr. Director of Strategy for Cox Automotive Cox Automotive just...
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Jeep to Join the Ranks of Plug-In-Hybrids

- March 11, 2019
The brand whose mission is to “go anywhere, do anything,” is indeed going and doing. This year the company has already generated a buzz at the 89th Geneva International Motor...
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How the Integration Between Lyft and Xtime Can Benefit Your Dealership – Matt Schwartz, Sr. Director of Strategy for Cox Automotive

- March 11, 2019
Cox Automotive just announced plans to integrate Lyft’s ride-sharing service with their service experience platform, Xtime. This partnership will elevate an area of business becoming increasingly important to dealers as service...
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Week In Review: How to Make Up For Lost Profits in Your Service Department as Consumers Shift to EVs | Auto Industry Hits Some Headwinds in February | The Latest Digital Marketing Trends in Retail Automotive

- March 8, 2019
CBT Week In Review for Friday, March 8th, 2019: Never Miss the Opportunity to Make a Bid on a Used Car - Zach Hallowell, Manheim Zach Hallowell, Vice President of Manheim Digital...
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What Tesla’s Decision to Close Stores Could Mean for Dealers

- March 8, 2019
Tesla has been blazing new paths since it was founded by Elon Musk back in 2003. The manufacturer’s commitment to Electric Vehicles (EV) has revolutionized the market and forced legacy...


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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.
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