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%


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President-elect Donald Trump appointed Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new department to reduce government spending.

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President-elect Donald Trump appointed tech billionaire Elon Musk and conservative activist Vivek Ramaswamy to lead a new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to reduce government spending and dismantle bureaucracy.  In a...
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Tesla hits $1 trillion following Trump's election victory

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Ken Hughes breaks down the idea of the "Blue Dot Consumer" and discusses how dealerships can foster genuine loyalty from them.

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- November 8, 2024
Today's consumers are not just looking for a product; they want an experience. In an era dominated by personalization and convenience, businesses must reassess their strategies to meet these evolving...
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Extended range EVs gain popularity as consumers seek solutions to ‘range anxiety’

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In a historic comeback, former President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Kamala Harris to secure another term in the White House

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- November 8, 2024
Earlier this week: Trump’s return to the White House signaled a major shift in EV policy, trade, and economic direction. Bernie Moreno's win in Ohio paves the way for Trump's labor policy...
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Elon Musk's $119 million investment in Trump could reshape the automotive industry's regulations

Musk’s $119 million support for Trump could reshape auto policy

- November 7, 2024
Elon Musk reportedly contributed a whopping $119 million to a pro-Trump group. Although he first publicly endorsed Donald Trump on July 13, his support for the candidate started long before. Musk's large contributions...
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CBT News celebrates the 2024 40 Under 40 award winners

- November 4, 2024
ATLANTA, Georgia (Nov. 04, 2024)—CBT News, the dealer community’s No. 1 resource for in-depth interviews and news coverage, is pleased to announce the honorees of this year’s 40 Under 40...
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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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