TSLA394.000-0.46%
GM77.205-0.435%
F14.1850.005%
RIVN17.156-0.6442%
CYD45.090-0.78%
HMC28.8250.935%
TM179.9503.02991%
CVNA70.7600.17%
PAG206.6706.27%
LAD343.11011.73999%
AN209.0405.49999%
GPI328.3708.97%
ABG226.6458.215%
SAH103.1103.38%
TSLA394.000-0.46%
GM77.205-0.435%
F14.1850.005%
RIVN17.156-0.6442%
CYD45.090-0.78%
HMC28.8250.935%
TM179.9503.02991%
CVNA70.7600.17%
PAG206.6706.27%
LAD343.11011.73999%
AN209.0405.49999%
GPI328.3708.97%
ABG226.6458.215%
SAH103.1103.38%
TSLA394.000-0.46%
GM77.205-0.435%
F14.1850.005%
RIVN17.156-0.6442%
CYD45.090-0.78%
HMC28.8250.935%
TM179.9503.02991%
CVNA70.7600.17%
PAG206.6706.27%
LAD343.11011.73999%
AN209.0405.49999%
GPI328.3708.97%
ABG226.6458.215%
SAH103.1103.38%


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electric vehicles

Electric vehicles make big waves in this week’s automotive tech headlines

- September 25, 2020
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...
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automotive

CBT automotive newscast: September 24, 2020

- September 24, 2020
Today’s Featured Interview: ‘Wolf of Wall Street’ Jordan Belfort tells auto dealers what to focus on in 2020 and beyond (Part 2) Welcome to part two of our conversation with world-renowned sales trainer,...
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cars

The challenge is on for franchised dealers as Vroom, Carvana stock ratings upgraded

- September 23, 2020
On Tuesday, Goldman Sachs upgraded online auto retailers Vroom Inc and Carvana Co from ‘Hold’ to ‘Buy’ status and raised the price targets for both companies. After a challenging past two quarters...
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CarvanaACCESS

CarvanaACCESS: Carvana Yet Again Aiming to Revolutionize Car Sales

- June 26, 2020
It is no surprise that Carvana has been working to revolutionize auto sales since its foundation in 2013, from its vending machine car sales to its next-day delivery car sales....
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COVID-19

Will COVID-19 Change Auto Retailing for Good? – Doug Stephens, Retail Prophet

- March 26, 2020
  As part of our ongoing Coronavirus coverage, we’re pleased to welcome Doug Stephens, Founder and President of Retail Prophet and author of "Reengineering Retail: The Future of Selling in a...
Sales & Marketing Auto News
tesla

How to Inspire Consumer Enthusiasm and Give Customers the Buying Experience They Want

- January 21, 2020
On this week's episode of F&I Today, Becky Chernek of Chernek Consulting, discusses how industry disruptors like Tesla and Carvana are re-shaping customer expectations and building brand loyalty. VIDEO TRANSCRIPT:  Becky Chernek:...
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peter welch

Best of 2019: NADA President Peter Welch Discusses Autonomous Vehicles, Ride-Sharing, Tariffs & More

- December 25, 2019
On today's show, we're so pleased to welcome back Peter Welch, President and CEO of NADA, to the CBT Network. In this segment, Jim and Peter discuss his latest article...
Daily Automotive News Auto News
auction volume

Inventory and Auction Volume: The Latest from J.D. Power’s Larry Dixon

- November 14, 2019
On today's edition of CBT News, we speak to Larry Dixon, Senior Director of valuation services at J.D. Power. Larry gives us an update on inventory and auction volume as...
Daily Automotive News Auto News
disruptors

What Dealers Can Learn From Auto Retail Disruptors Like Carvana and Amazon – Zach Klempf, Selly Automotive

- September 23, 2019
Thank you so much for joining us on another edition of CBT News. Today, we're pleased to welcome back Zach Klempf, founder and CEO of Selly Automotive, to discuss the...
Daily Automotive News Auto News
Carvana

“The Amazon of Auto” Carvana Restores Faith From Investors

- April 23, 2019
Despite the “massive losses and negative cash flow” that Carvana has experienced within the past few years, the used auto retailer is making a comeback with better numbers as well...
Daily Automotive News Auto News

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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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