TSLA389.560-4.9%
GM77.510-0.13%
F14.135-0.045%
RIVN16.805-0.995%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7350.845%
TM179.6602.74%
CVNA70.200-0.39%
PAG204.3203.92%
LAD337.5156.145%
AN207.8304.29%
GPI326.9607.56%
ABG226.5408.10999%
SAH102.0102.28%
TSLA389.560-4.9%
GM77.510-0.13%
F14.135-0.045%
RIVN16.805-0.995%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7350.845%
TM179.6602.74%
CVNA70.200-0.39%
PAG204.3203.92%
LAD337.5156.145%
AN207.8304.29%
GPI326.9607.56%
ABG226.5408.10999%
SAH102.0102.28%
TSLA389.560-4.9%
GM77.510-0.13%
F14.135-0.045%
RIVN16.805-0.995%
CYD44.720-1.15%
HMC28.7350.845%
TM179.6602.74%
CVNA70.200-0.39%
PAG204.3203.92%
LAD337.5156.145%
AN207.8304.29%
GPI326.9607.56%
ABG226.5408.10999%
SAH102.0102.28%


automotive technology

BMW, Alexa+

BMW to integrate Alexa+ in infotainment systems in select models

- November 7, 2025
On the Dash: BMW will replace its current Alexa Custom Assistant with Amazon’s generative AI-powered Alexa+, enhancing in-car voice interactions.  Alexa+ can access over 70 large language models and continue...
Headlines Articles
Mastermind CoPilot

Mastermind CoPilot boosts prospecting and personalizes customer experience — Bill Egan | automotiveMastermind

- November 4, 2025
Efficiency and personalization at the dealership level are critical to long-term profitability and customer loyalty. On today's episode of Driving Solutions, automotiveMastermind VP of Product, Bill Egan, discusses how the...
Featured Driving Solutions
AI Overviews

How auto dealers can win in AI Overviews

- November 4, 2025
AI Overviews are taking over Google’s prime real estate. If your dealership isn’t showing up there, your competitors might. To help dealerships understand what they can do to ensure placements in...
Sales & Marketing Articles
Greg Epps and Todd Katcher discuss how technology provides tools to boost productivity and engagement across the dealership.

How digital screens are driving transparency and engagement at dealerships – Greg Epps & Todd Katcher

- October 20, 2025
Digital screens are reshaping the dealership experience for both customers and employees, and North Georgia Toyota is at the forefront. On today’s episode of Driving Solutions, the dealership’s General Manager,...
Fixed-Ops Driving Solutions
industry, credits

EV industry faces uncertainty as federal support disappears

- October 17, 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
Honda invests $2.6 million in a new Ohio State lab to advance EV batteries, hydrogen, and next-generation mobility technologies.

Honda expands advanced research presence in Ohio with new $2.6M lab

- October 10, 2025
On the Dash: Honda Research Institute USA is investing $2.6 million in a new Advanced Materials Science Lab at Ohio State’s SciTech Campus. The lab will focus on hydrogen fuel...
Articles Headlines
Multi-location dealerships can turn payments into a competitive advantage with smooth, secure, and integrated technology.

Scaling payments across multi-location dealership groups

- October 10, 2025
Multi-location dealerships are complex machines. Sales, service, and parts all generate revenue, and each one depends on reliable and efficient payment technology to run smoothly. When payments are clunky, inconsistent,...
Articles F&I
Jason Swiech shares CDK’s 2025 F&I Shopper Study insights on improving satisfaction, trust, and engagement at dealerships.

CDK’s Jason Swiech on F&I strategies to boost customer trust

- October 1, 2025
The F&I process remains one of the most critical touchpoints in the dealership. On today's episode of Inside Automotive, CDK's F&I Product Marketing Manager, Jason Swiech, breaks down the key...
Featured Inside Automotive
BYD unveils HaoHan energy storage system with up to 14.5 MWh, cutting costs and challenging Tesla’s Megapack.

BYD unveils HaoHan energy storage system to rival Tesla Megapack

- September 23, 2025
On the Dash: BYD’s HaoHan system offers up to 14.5 MWh, nearly three times Tesla’s Megapack 3. It cuts system failures and maintenance costs by 70% and lowers project costs...
Articles Headlines
Legacy automakers face rising costs and slowing demand as Chinese rivals gain an edge with cheaper, more automated EV production.

Legacy automakers hit hard by lower-cost Chinese competitors

- September 19, 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


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Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles
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Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles

Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy
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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
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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.
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Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds
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Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
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Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates

Mitsubishi expands Texas port operations to speed dealer deliveries
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The AI platform capturing $10,000 a month in after-hours dealer revenue
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Fighting payment anxiety in the F&I office with empathy and value
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Mexico targets USMCA tariffs, Volkswagen expands affordable EVs, Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors
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