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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CBT automotive newscast: October 5, 2021

- October 5, 2021
Inside Automotive: Unpacking the digital retailing work flow during low inventory with Kevin Frye of Jeff Wyler Auto Family Topping the list of issues facing many of you today is tight inventory....
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CBT automotive newscast: October 4, 2021

- October 4, 2021
Inside Automotive: Paragon's Brian Benstock shares takeaways from recent dealers' meeting With tight inventory and quotas to meet, how are sales teams managing? For Paragon Honda and Acura, having a plan with...
Daily Newscast
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Toyota makes bold move toward ‘programmable cars’ and GM invests $300M into this AV startup

- October 1, 2021
Welcome to another edition of The Friday 5 with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, an auto technology advisory firm that helps entrepreneurs raise money and maximize the...
Future of Automotive Daily Automotive News

CBT automotive newscast: October 1, 2021

- October 1, 2021
Featured Interview: David Lewis shares best practices to generate sales in the service lane Service departments are proving to be a significant source of inventory for many of you across the nation....
Daily Newscast

CBT automotive newscast: September 30, 2021

- September 30, 2021
Featured Interview: Glenn Pasch on how to curb complacency culture at your car dealership Car dealers are reporting incredible sales and profits in today's market, but is this success also breeding complacency...
Daily Newscast

CBT automotive newscast: September 29, 2021

- September 29, 2021
Featured Interview: Why this GM is modeling his dealership after the likes of Carvana & CarMax After spending more than 27 years in retail automotive, General Manager of Germain Toyota of Naples,...
Daily Newscast

CBT automotive newscast: September 28, 2021

- September 28, 2021
Featured Interview: CMA's Liza Borches explains the value of a top-notch customer experience Carter Myers Automotive has roots dating back to 1902 as a hardware, machinery, and mill supply business that built...
Daily Newscast

CBT automotive newscast: September 27, 2021

- September 27, 2021
Featured Interview: How the emotional state of consumers impacts their buying decisions Think about your last purchase...was it an emotional one? On today’s show, we’re pleased to welcome Jeff Shore, founder of...
Daily Newscast
AutoNation sells remaining ..Friday 5

Salty Dot gets acquired by this auto dealership solutions company and Ford invests $50M into a battery recycler

- September 24, 2021
Welcome to another edition of The Friday 5 with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, an auto technology advisory firm that helps entrepreneurs raise money and maximize the...
Future of Automotive Daily Automotive News

CBT automotive newscast: September 24, 2021

- September 24, 2021
Featured Interview: The aftermath of Hurricane Ida: NJ Car Pres. Jim Appleton talks recovery efforts It has been some time since Hurricane Ida bombarded the Gulfcoast and Northeast with severe flooding. According...
Daily Newscast

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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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