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%


EVs

What are today’s auto dealers most concerned with? VADA Pres. Don Hall weighs in.

- March 11, 2022
On this edition of Inside Automotive, we’re pleased to welcome back Don Hall, President and CEO of the Virginia Automobile Dealers Association, to discuss a few hot issues facing auto...
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Embracing your dealership’s electric future starts with a customer-first approach

- March 3, 2022
Once a niche segment among drivers, electric vehicles (EVs) have become top of mind for OEMs. Charged by commitments and incentives from the federal government and a growing sense of...
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Dare Forward 2030

Stellantis presents ‘Dare Forward 2030’, a decade of evolution

- March 2, 2022
On Tuesday, Stellantis unveiled the company’s plan for the remainder of the decade, addressing climate issues, new model releases, and a shift in how the business will be conducted. Stellantis...
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Ford

Ford to split EV and ICE businesses, aims to be a leader in electrification

- March 2, 2022
On Wednesday, Ford announced plans to split its business into two units, separating the traditional internal combustion engine segment from the rising EV market. The ICE division is known as...
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auto retail

5 auto retail trends car dealers should keep an eye on in 2022

- February 1, 2022
A brief glance back at the auto retail industry from the turn of the millennium would be markedly different than it is today. Cars are exponentially more technologically advanced, and...
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EVs

Twitter’s Guy Schueller shares advice for auto marketers as EVs gain momentum and chip shortages linger

- January 31, 2022
Trends come and trends go, so what should your team be focused on for continued success in this new year? On today's edition of Inside Automotive, we’re pleased to welcome...
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electric cars

How electric cars are changing the way consumers buy cars

- January 31, 2022
The auto industry, for both new and used cars, is one of the most rigid hold outs in the transition to digital sales. While you can book travel or open...
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EV

General Motors to invest billions more in battery plant and EV production

- January 27, 2022
On Tuesday, General Motors announced a $2.6 billion-dollar investment to build a third battery cell manufacturing facility in the US. The new plant will be built in Lansing, MI and...
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automated vehicles

New guidance coming from IIHS for partially automated vehicles

- January 21, 2022
On Thursday, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety issued a release that new safety ratings will be created for partially automated vehicles. The new rating system will evaluate a vehicle’s...
Daily Automotive News Articles
Stellantis

Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares on EV push: “chosen by politicians, not by industry”

- January 20, 2022
The CEO of Stellantis said in an interview with European newspapers on Tuesday that electrification could create “social consequences”, and efforts to move toward an all-electric industry are motivated by...
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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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