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%


2026 NADA Show

The Trade Desk, automotive marketers, automotive advertising,

3 recommendations for modern automotive marketers

- April 23, 2026
For decades, automotive advertising has operated within a familiar structure: National campaigns led by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), regional marketing managed by dealer associations, and hyper-local promotions executed by individual dealerships. This framework, known as tier 1, tier...
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Turning macro trends and local market intelligence into sales success

Turning macro trends and local market intelligence into sales success

- March 19, 2026
In today’s competitive landscape, a seamless, data-informed sales cycle is essential for dealerships navigating rising affordability pressures, shifting fuel type demands, and tighter profit margins.  Advanced analytics give dealers a clear advantage by revealing where...
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When missed calls means missed profits: The quiet threat to your bottom line

When missed calls means missed profits: The quiet threat to your bottom line

- March 9, 2026
Your service department is in constant motion. Vehicles are pulling in, technicians are running to get parts, and advisors are moving quickly across the drive. As one of the busiest...
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service advisor

The service advisor evolution: What 2026 will demand from fixed ops leaders

- February 24, 2026
The automotive industry is evolving at a rapid pace. Technology continues to accelerate, customer expectations are rising, and dealership margins remain under pressure. In the middle of this change, one...
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transparency

Why 2026 must be the year of transparency in vehicle transportation

- February 17, 2026
For decades, lack of transparency has been treated as a fact of life in vehicle transportation. Shippers accepted limited visibility into who was moving their vehicles, the location of their...
Fleet & Commercial Publishing Partners
Car Wars

Car Wars return from NADA 2026 highlighting dealer insights, platform enhancements, and industry leadership

- February 16, 2026
Dallas, TX | February 16, 2026 – Car Wars returned from the NADA 2026 Show after a productive  week of conversations with dealers, partners, and industry leaders about the phone...
Press Releases NADA Show
NADA Show, dealers

The advantage cost-conscious dealers can’t ignore: The key takeaways from the 2026 NADA Show

- February 12, 2026
Each year at NADA, the automotive industry takes stock of how dealership operations continue to evolve. Dealers have embraced technology across nearly every part of the transaction—from digital retailing and...
Digital Retailing Publishing Partners
EyeQ Monitoring

EyeQ Monitoring launches new automated cycle time offering for automotive dealers, powered by AI video monitoring

- February 12, 2026
LAS VEGAS — Feb. 2, 2026 — EyeQ Monitoring, a leading provider of AI-powered remote video monitoring and security intelligence solutions for businesses, today announced a new automated cycle time...
Press Releases Publishing Partners
Stellantis, Q3 European sales

Stellantis sets sights on 2026 sales rebound in the U.S.

- February 6, 2026
On the Dash: Stellantis targets 1.15 million U.S. retail sales in 2026, emphasizing dealer collaboration and market share recovery. New product launches, including the Jeep Cherokee and Dodge Charger Sixpack,...
Industry News Articles
At NADA 2026, top sales performers share how mindset, systems, and community-driven strategies help dealers build elite sales teams.

NADA Show 2026: Jonathan Dawson, Ali Reda, Kevin Rudolph | Sellchology, Les Stanford Chevrolet, Royal Buick GMC

- February 5, 2026
As dealers face tighter margins and rising performance expectations, understanding what sets elite sales professionals apart has never been more important. During this special 2026 NADA Show edition of Mind...
Event Coverage NADA Show


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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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