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%


automotive technology

Ford and Toyota overhaul U.S. plants with faster, flexible EV production to compete with rising Chinese automakers.

Ford, Toyota revamp assembly lines to compete with Chinese rivals

- August 15, 2025
Welcome back to the latest episode of The Future of Automotive on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting the industry. I’m...
EVs & Technology Future of Automotive
SEO, GEO

From search to summarize: Why SEO is being replaced by GEO

- August 8, 2025
Welcome back to the latest episode of The Future of Automotive on CBT News, where we put recent automotive and mobility news into the context of the broader themes impacting the industry. I’m...
Featured EVs & Technology
Colin Carasquillo shares how dealers can unlock first-party data using CDPs to personalize, automate and scale marketing efforts.

Activate your dealership’s hidden data goldmine with CDPs

- July 24, 2025
Most dealers are sitting on a massive but underutilized data goldmine. In today's episode of Marketing Matters, Colin Carasquillo, digital marketing director at Nielsen Automotive Group, discusses how to use...
Featured Marketing Matters
AI Vehicle Inspection tool

New AI vehicle inspection tech reshapes how dealers evaluate, acquire, and protect vehicles

- July 21, 2025
A new AI-driven vehicle inspection platform, developed by Israeli startup Click-Ins, is now available to U.S. insurers and dealers. The tool utilizes photogrammetry, 3D modeling, and AI to identify both...
Articles Headlines
Elon Musk clarified on social media that he does not support a merger between Tesla and his artificial intelligence company, xAI.

Elon Musk says “no” to Tesla-xAI merger as Grok AI integration advances

- July 14, 2025
Elon Musk clarified on social media that he does not support a merger between Tesla and his AI company, xAI, despite Tesla preparing a shareholder vote on whether to invest...
Headlines Articles

2025 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe: Where performance meets personalized luxury

- July 11, 2025
If you’re shopping for a high-performance luxury SUV that roars like a supercar but pampers like a private jet, the 2025 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe should be on your radar. Mercedes-Benz...
Daily Automotive News Featured
Today's episode of CBT Now, Joseph Michelli discusses how Amazon’s One Medical is redefining the patient experience

Why technology should enhance, not replace, customer relationships – Joseph Michelli

- June 16, 2025
In today’s digital age, businesses often rush to adopt new technologies, but few strike the balance between innovation and genuine human connection. On today's episode of CBT Now, we're joined...
Featured Sales & Marketing
DriveCentric execs Matt Leone and Steve Roessler unveil AI-driven strategy and tech vision to enhance dealership efficiency and performance.

DriveCentric execs Matt Leone and Steve Roessler unveil strategy for future growth

- May 29, 2025
In today's episode of CBT Now, host Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by newly appointed CEO Matt Leone and Chief Evangelist Officer Steve Roessler at DriveCentric to discuss their vision for...
Featured Daily Automotive News
On this episode of Driving Solutions, Allen shares how her company has become the nation's leading provider of compliant surcharge programs.

Amberly Allen drives dealership savings with compliant surcharge programs

- April 22, 2025
As credit card processing fees continue to cut into dealership profits, Amberly Allen, founder and managing partner of Dealer Merchant Services, is offering a lifeline. On this episode of Driving...
Featured Driving Solutions
CBT News' anchor Lauren Fix brings us on location at Milan Design Week, where design takes center stage across every industry.

Kia showcases bold future at Milan Design Week with EV concepts and innovation with Lauren Fix

- April 22, 2025
CBT News' correspondent Lauren Fix brings us on location at the Milan Design Week, where design takes center stage across every industry—from luxury interiors to next-generation mobility. For the third...
Featured New Car Reviews


Latest Articles

Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles

Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy

Bosch announces $225 million direct funding agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Bosch announces $225 million direct funding agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce

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.
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Stellantis revives supplier rewards program to drive cost savings

Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds

Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates

Mitsubishi expands Texas port operations to speed dealer deliveries
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Mitsubishi expands Texas port operations to speed dealer deliveries

The AI platform capturing $10,000 a month in after-hours dealer revenue
Latest Articles 07/16/26

The AI platform capturing $10,000 a month in after-hours dealer revenue

Fighting payment anxiety in the F&I office with empathy and value
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Fighting payment anxiety in the F&I office with empathy and value

Mexico targets USMCA tariffs, Volkswagen expands affordable EVs, Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors
Latest Articles 07/15/26

Mexico targets USMCA tariffs, Volkswagen expands affordable EVs, Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors


CBT News
Powered by  GDPR Cookie Compliance
Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.