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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Avoid These Digital Retailing Mishaps to Improve Your Dealership’s Customer Experience – Pete MacInnis, eLend Solutions

- June 12, 2019
 CBT News sat down with Pete MacInnis, Founder, and CEO of eLEND Solutions to discuss how using basic payment estimator or calculator tools can have an unintended negative impact on...
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events

How To Measure the Return On Investment For Automotive Events

- May 28, 2019
Perhaps you’re trying out your own marketing plan or you might have hired an out house agency to develop a comprehensive marketing plan for your dealership. Either way, it’s a...
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How to Capitalize on Summer Incentives and Attract Consumers To Your Showroom – Brian Moody, Autotrader

- May 27, 2019
 Memorial Day is filled with perks and incentives. This holiday signifies the start of summer sales, but even with incentives and a strong economy, dealers are still struggling to get...
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What Can We Expect From Used Car Sales in Q2? Jonathan Banks from J.D. Power Provides Insight

- May 23, 2019
The used car market has had its fair share of turns and changing trends so far in 2019 and Jonathon Banks, Vice President and General Manager for Vehicle Valuations at J.D....
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Is Your Dealership Getting Fooled by Vanity Metrics? – Jonathan “JT” Thompson, Force Marketing

- May 22, 2019
Despite positive page views and clickthrough rates some dealerships continue to ultimately struggle with sales and outcomes. Jonathan "JT" Thompson, Vice President of Sales at Force Marketing, sits down with...
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Manheim’s Used Vehicle Index: How Your Dealership Can Profit from Current Opportunities – Zo Rahim, Industry Insights at Cox Automotive

- May 21, 2019
Following Manheim's release of the latest edition of the Used Vehicle Value Index, Zo Rahim joins CBT News to discuss current defining factors of the auto industry. As the Manager...
Daily Automotive News Auto News
Kerrigan Report

April’s Kerrigan Report Reveals Auto Retailers Continue to Grow Despite Flat New Vehicle Sales

- May 20, 2019
Welcome to the Kerrigan Advisors Market Update with Bridget Fitzpatrick and Erin Kerrigan, managing director for Kerrigan Advisors. April's Kerrigan Report tackles higher valuations for public companies, new vehicle sales,...
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Mercedes-Benz USA

Dietmar Exler to Step Down from Mercedes-Benz USA

- May 20, 2019
Mercedes-Benz USA CEO Dietmar Exler will be moving on to other ventures, as he announced to the board on Thursday that he will be stepping down. His exact plans for...
Daily Automotive News Auto News
wholesale

What an Increased Demand in Used Vehicles Means for Your Dealership’s Wholesale Acquisition Strategy – Patrick Janes, vAuto

- May 16, 2019
It’s no secret to anyone that vehicle affordability issues continue to arise, and that means more customers are looking to purchase used cars. Here to tell us how the increase...
Sales & Marketing Daily Automotive News
APCO Holdings

Larry Dorfman Steps Aside as Chairman and CEO of APCO Holdings, LLC.

- May 16, 2019
NORCROSS, Ga. — May 16, 2019 —After 35 years, Larry Dorfman has decided to step aside as Chairman and CEO of APCO Holdings, LLC. and assume a role as Senior...
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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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