TSLA390.255-4.205%
GM77.150-0.49%
F14.135-0.045%
RIVN16.752-1.0483%
CYD44.860-1.01%
HMC28.7250.835%
TM179.5502.63%
CVNA69.655-0.935%
PAG204.2903.89%
LAD336.1804.81%
AN208.0404.5%
GPI327.6808.28%
ABG226.4608.03%
SAH101.8502.12%
TSLA390.255-4.205%
GM77.150-0.49%
F14.135-0.045%
RIVN16.752-1.0483%
CYD44.860-1.01%
HMC28.7250.835%
TM179.5502.63%
CVNA69.655-0.935%
PAG204.2903.89%
LAD336.1804.81%
AN208.0404.5%
GPI327.6808.28%
ABG226.4608.03%
SAH101.8502.12%
TSLA390.255-4.205%
GM77.150-0.49%
F14.135-0.045%
RIVN16.752-1.0483%
CYD44.860-1.01%
HMC28.7250.835%
TM179.5502.63%
CVNA69.655-0.935%
PAG204.2903.89%
LAD336.1804.81%
AN208.0404.5%
GPI327.6808.28%
ABG226.4608.03%
SAH101.8502.12%


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inflation

US inflation slowed to 8.5% in July, gasoline and energy prices fall

- August 11, 2022
Inflation in the United States unexpectedly cooled in July as a rebound in the cost of gasoline and other energy products decreased. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest consumer price index (CPI)...
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Agency model presses on in markets outside of the U.S. plus the companies to watch: Collabtic & EDRV

- August 5, 2022
Welcome to this episode 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...
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work environment

What does a healthy work environment look like for fixed ops?

- August 3, 2022
The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates there were 60 deaths among automotive technicians in 2019. With this information in hand, it’s more important than ever to have a healthy work...
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A closer look at Carvana’s marketplace project and AutoNation’s new captive financing arm

- July 29, 2022
Welcome to this episode 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...
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CDK Global completes sale to Brookfield—what does this mean for dealer partners?

- July 22, 2022
Welcome to this episode 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 Headlines
trade-ins

Top tips to boost trade-ins and repeat business

- July 18, 2022
Inventory challenges are still plaguing dealerships as the semiconductor shortage and supply chain issues continue. While new-vehicle supplies have declined, the recent focus has remained on obtaining and selling used...
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Where does the Porsche IPO plan stand? Which AI vehicle software company raised $63 M?

- July 15, 2022
Welcome to this episode 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 Headlines
Price

Back to Basics: How to keep your used car inventory lean and clean

- July 14, 2022
Welcome to this week's episode of Used Cars Weekly, the original CBT News show dedicated to bringing car dealers best practices and tips for the used car department, in-depth dealer interviews,...
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inflation

U.S. inflation reached 9.1% in June, consumer pressures continue to mount

- July 14, 2022
According to the Dow Jones estimate, economists predicted that the U.S inflation rate would not move and stay at a rate of 8.8%. However, in June, inflation rose to 9.1%,...
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sound alerts

U.S. safety regulators scrap proposal allowing EV owners to choose sound alerts

- July 14, 2022
In 2019, the NHTSA proposed that EV owners have the option to customize their EVs with alternative, self-selected sound alerts. However, these custom pedestrian warning sounds are unlikely to come...
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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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