TSLA392.744-1.7156%
GM77.470-0.17%
F14.165-0.015%
RIVN17.040-0.76%
CYD44.850-1.02%
HMC28.7800.89%
TM179.6202.7%
CVNA71.0150.425%
PAG206.0705.67%
LAD343.92512.55499%
AN208.9305.38999%
GPI327.8408.44%
ABG226.8708.44%
SAH102.8803.15%
TSLA392.744-1.7156%
GM77.470-0.17%
F14.165-0.015%
RIVN17.040-0.76%
CYD44.850-1.02%
HMC28.7800.89%
TM179.6202.7%
CVNA71.0150.425%
PAG206.0705.67%
LAD343.92512.55499%
AN208.9305.38999%
GPI327.8408.44%
ABG226.8708.44%
SAH102.8803.15%
TSLA392.744-1.7156%
GM77.470-0.17%
F14.165-0.015%
RIVN17.040-0.76%
CYD44.850-1.02%
HMC28.7800.89%
TM179.6202.7%
CVNA71.0150.425%
PAG206.0705.67%
LAD343.92512.55499%
AN208.9305.38999%
GPI327.8408.44%
ABG226.8708.44%
SAH102.8803.15%


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Honda 2024 Prologue SUV

Honda teases mystery EV, reveals new 2024 Prologue SUV details

- April 26, 2023
On April 26, Honda revealed additional details for its upcoming electric vehicle lineup including the 2024 Prologue and an unnamed model planned for 2025. Honda made the announcements during a Wednesday...
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VADA President Don Hall talks EVs and warranty service: ‘We can work this out’

- April 25, 2023
Don Hall, president and CEO of the Virginia Automobile Dealers Association, is one of the industry's most recognized thought leaders, often leading the charge to solve problems affecting retailers and...
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Tesla shareholders write open letter to board and Musk

Tesla shareholders publish open letter calling for directors to reign in Musk

- April 24, 2023
On April 21, shareholders penned an open letter to Tesla's board of directors, criticizing CEO Elon Musk and urging company leaders to focus their attention on solving several issues "jeopardizing...
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Lloyd Reuss

Former GM President and civic leader Lloyd Reuss dies at 86

- April 24, 2023
Lloyd Reuss, former president of General Motors and devoted civic leader, passed away on April 21, 2023, at age 86. At 36 years old, Reuss began his career at GM after...
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Chevrolet trucks, Silverado recall

GM recalls over 40,000 Chevrolet trucks over fire-causing brake fluid leak

- April 24, 2023
General Motors is recalling over 40,000 Chevrolet trucks after discovering a potential fire hazard in certain models. The recall affects 40,428 Silverado pickups built between 2019 and 2023, specifically the 6500HD,...
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Bill Feinstein, Honda dealer

How Honda dealers are preparing for the future of automotive retailing — Bill Feinstein

- April 24, 2023
Honda's U.S. Segment is off to a strong start in 2023, with record-breaking EV sales and impressive year-over-year growth for the first quarter. But how do things look for dealers...
Management & Leadership Inside Automotive
Tesla Q1 aftermath

Tesla faces criticism over new pricing strategy, self-driving promises

- April 21, 2023
Tesla is facing some pushback over its April 20 quarterly earnings call as investors and industry insiders contend with the automaker's new stances on pricing and profitability. Since December, Tesla has...
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AutoNation Q1 Mike Manley

AutoNation posts declining profits in Q1, will take ‘more cautionary approach’

- April 21, 2023
AutoNation published its quarterly earnings report on April 20, shedding new light on the difficulties facing the dealership group as looks to stay ahead of the competition in a challenging...
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Shawn Vaughan, Inside Automotive

Are dealers prepared to change for the customers of tomorrow? — Shawn Vaughan | Vaughan Automotive

- April 21, 2023
Dealers are still enjoying tremendous profits despite the economic headwinds and inventory constraints. But with the changing technological landscape and the evolution of consumer needs, is the industry ready for...
Management & Leadership Inside Automotive
EV tax credit

VW and GM EVs to keep full tax credit under Treasury’s new guidelines

- April 20, 2023
With the Treasury Department's new domestic sourcing guidelines for electric vehicle batteries now in effect, two major players in the U.S. automotive sector have updated the tax credit statuses for...
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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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