TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
GM77.7200.08%
F14.1800%
RIVN17.090-0.71%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.7602.84%
CVNA70.6400.05%
PAG204.7504.35%
LAD339.1607.79%
AN209.0005.46%
GPI331.65012.25%
ABG226.6608.23%
SAH102.8103.08%


AI

The CEO behind America's AI camera network calls transparency activists 'terroristic'

The CEO behind America’s AI camera network calls transparency activists ‘terroristic’

- July 7, 2026
For years, Americans have been told not to worry about the explosion of AI surveillance cameras. They're only looking for stolen cars. They're only helping solve crimes. If you're not...
Daily Automotive News Articles
Scaling mobile service through AI automation

Scaling mobile service through AI automation

- July 6, 2026
As car buyers expect convenience in nearly every aspect of their lives, mobile service is helping dealers' service departments catch up. On today's episode of Service Drive, Rich Lupo, Fixed...
Service Drive Fixed-Ops
How AI is reshaping F&I coaching and driving accountability

How AI is reshaping F&I coaching and driving accountability

- July 2, 2026
The finance office has become the most scrutinized room in the dealership. Today's customers arrive more informed and more payment sensitive than ever. At the same time, F&I teams are...
F&I Today F&I
Ken Garff Automotive Group builds AI-ready foundation with Domo and Snowflake

Ken Garff Automotive Group builds AI-ready foundation with Domo and Snowflake

- June 30, 2026
SILICON SLOPES, Utah--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Domo (NASDAQ: DOMO) today announced that Ken Garff Automotive Group, a family-owned automotive retailer with more than 70 dealerships across nine states, is using Domo with Snowflake to...
Press Releases
Ford rehires veteran engineers after AI quality push falls short

Ford rehires veteran engineers after AI quality push falls short

- June 30, 2026
On the Dash: Ford rehired 350 veteran engineers after AI quality tools failed to deliver results. Ford's automated systems and 900 AI cameras missed defects that experienced engineers caught. The...
Industry News Articles
CBT News Auto Leadership Summit: Devin Daly | Impel

CBT News Auto Leadership Summit: Devin Daly | Impel

- June 23, 2026
During the CBT News Automotive Leadership Summit, Devin Daly, CEO of Impel, broke down how the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) pricing crackdown is pushing the industry toward overdue price transparency...
Event Coverage Safety & Compliance
How AI can uncover hidden revenue in your dealership

How AI can uncover hidden revenue in your dealership

- June 10, 2026
Mike Gilson, CEO of Conversica, says dealerships are sitting on years of buried data that AI can now unlock. Dealers still running disconnected legacy systems are leaving measurable revenue on...
Safety & Compliance Inside Automotive
Nvidia closes deals with South Korean AI giants, expands Hyundai alliance 

Nvidia closes deals with South Korean AI giants, expands Hyundai alliance 

- June 8, 2026
On the Dash: Nvidia closed multiple AI deals in South Korea spanning memory chips, robotics, and cloud infrastructure. Nvidia and Hyundai are moving toward industrializing robotics and bringing AI to...
Industry News Articles
SEO is not enough. How GEO is rewriting the rules of automotive search

Dealers must act on GEO now as AI shifts car-buying behavior

- June 1, 2026
Artificial intelligence is changing the way people shop for their next vehicle and that's having a big impact on how dealerships do their marketing. Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is rewriting...
Sales & Marketing Inside Automotive
MADA's NextGen Committee preparing the next wave of Missouri's automotive dealers.

MADA’s NextGen Committee prepares the next wave of Missouri’s automotive leaders

- May 20, 2026
The retail automotive industry faces challenges on nearly every front. Electric vehicles, artificial intelligence (AI), tightening federal regulation, and a new-car affordability crisis are reshaping the business from the ground...
Industry News Inside Automotive

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Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles
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Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy
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Bosch announces $225 million direct funding agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce
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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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Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
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