TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2400.37%
HMC24.340-0.14%
TM192.320-3.76%
CVNA409.0506.03%
PAG160.4200.42%
LAD274.920-1.47%
AN203.0700.1%
GPI341.3901.61%
ABG203.0601.05%
SAH71.8400.62%


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- October 16, 2024
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Stellantis anticipates a 20% decline in consolidated vehicle shipments for the Q3 of 2024, citing a need to reduce excess inventory.

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- October 16, 2024
Stellantis anticipates a 20% decline in consolidated vehicle shipments for the third quarter of 2024, citing a need to reduce excess inventory, particularly in North America. The automaker forecasts global...
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Nissan is rolling out its new "Nissan Energy Charge Network," which will provide Ariya SUV owners with access to over 90,000 fast chargers

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- October 16, 2024
Nissan is rolling out its new "Nissan Energy Charge Network," which will provide Ariya SUV owners with access to over 90,000 fast chargers across the U.S. through partner companies such...
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Carlos Tavares is preparing for a media blitz at the Paris Auto Show to address growing concerns following a profit warning in September.

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- October 14, 2024
Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantis, is preparing for a media blitz at the Paris Auto Show to address growing concerns following a profit warning from Stellantis in late September. Investors...
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GM and Barclays announced a new credit card partnership, allowing customers to earn and redeem reward points for purchasing new GM vehicles.

GM partners with Barclays to launch new GM Rewards credit cards for U.S. customers

- October 14, 2024
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The 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 is making waves by offering a price nearly $10,000 lower than the 2024 version.

2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali debuts with lower price and extended range

- October 14, 2024
The 2025 GMC Sierra EV Denali Edition 1 is making waves by offering up to 440 miles of range and a price nearly $10,000 lower than the 2024 version. With...
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In today's episode of CBT Now, Katie Mares discusses how businesses can attract and retain female consumers and employees.

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- October 11, 2024
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- October 11, 2024
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- October 11, 2024
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Ford is ramping up efforts to capture market share from rival brands, focusing specifically on Ram truck owners.

Ford targets Ram owners with $2,000 discount to boost F-150 Lightning sales

- October 10, 2024
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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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