TSLA394.7800.32%
GM77.7000.06%
F14.1950.015%
RIVN17.325-0.475%
CYD45.345-0.525%
HMC28.7700.8795%
TM179.0152.095%
CVNA72.4451.855%
PAG205.0004.6%
LAD342.00010.63%
AN209.1205.58%
GPI326.2806.88%
ABG225.4707.04%
SAH102.9203.19%
TSLA394.7800.32%
GM77.7000.06%
F14.1950.015%
RIVN17.325-0.475%
CYD45.345-0.525%
HMC28.7700.8795%
TM179.0152.095%
CVNA72.4451.855%
PAG205.0004.6%
LAD342.00010.63%
AN209.1205.58%
GPI326.2806.88%
ABG225.4707.04%
SAH102.9203.19%
TSLA394.7800.32%
GM77.7000.06%
F14.1950.015%
RIVN17.325-0.475%
CYD45.345-0.525%
HMC28.7700.8795%
TM179.0152.095%
CVNA72.4451.855%
PAG205.0004.6%
LAD342.00010.63%
AN209.1205.58%
GPI326.2806.88%
ABG225.4707.04%
SAH102.9203.19%


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Driving Service Growth with Recall Strategy

Turn Recall Traffic Into $365,000 in Additional Service Revenue

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From Spam Likely to Connected: 8 Strategies to Protect Your Phone Lines from the Spam Problem Draining Automotive Revenue

- June 11, 2026
Most dealers have no idea how much the spam problem is costing them. This guide breaks down exactly what's happening, and what to do about it, with real data from...
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F&I leader Evan Walters urges accountability and early deal involvement to drive sales.

The trick top finance performers use to drive up performance 

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Sales performance continues to be shaped by new technology but that can also introduce gaps in execution and accountability that go all the way to the top. On this episode of...
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Bentley reports a 10% revenue decline in 2024, citing market challenges, while focusing on high-end customers and electrification goals by 2035.

Bentley sees revenue dip but bets on luxury buyers to drive growth

- March 19, 2025
Bentley has reported its lowest annual revenue since 2020, citing a difficult global market in 2024. The British luxury automaker, a subsidiary of Volkswagen, announced an operating profit of $407...
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General Motors' self-driving car subsidiary, Cruise, is preparing to relaunch its driverless robotaxi service in Phoenix, Arizona.

Cruise to relaunch driverless service in Phoenix, after safety enhancements

- May 14, 2024
General Motors' self-driving car subsidiary, Cruise, is preparing to relaunch its driverless robotaxi service in Phoenix, Arizona. Following a hiatus due to an incident in San Francisco, Cruise has focused...
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5 focused strategies to bring a wayward service advisor back in line

- December 14, 2023
In the automotive realm, the salespeople are superstars, capable of selling big-ticket items. In most dealerships, however, the service advisor is responsible for generating more gross profit every month than...
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Today on Inside Automotive, Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by United States Senate candidate and former dealer principal, Bernie Moreno.

U.S. Senate candidate Bernie Moreno on economic, social policies and electric vehicles

- December 5, 2023
Welcome to another edition of the CBT News original series Inside Automotive. Today, we're joined by United States Senate candidate and former dealer principal, Bernie Moreno. In 2005, Moreno invested all...
Daily Automotive News Inside Automotive
Significant M&A activity in October and November: auto dealerships in Charlottesville, Fresno, and Cincinnati change hands.

M&A roundup: dealerships change hands in Virginia, California, Ohio and more

- December 5, 2023
The most recent Q3 2023 Haig Report from buy/sell firm Haig Partners, highlights the robust demand for car dealerships. According to the report, 2023 is on track to become the...
Daily Automotive News Mergers & Acquisitions Tracker
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Using better marketing to attract better talent

- December 5, 2023
Countless articles and news stories focus on the lack of workers for many businesses today. Some blame the economy, some blame government assistance, or that people have decided to change...
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4 simple tips to improve your dealership’s reconditioning process

- December 4, 2023
How long does it take your dealership to recondition a used vehicle? If you are one of the top performers, the answer would be 24 hours or less. Does it...
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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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