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%


F&I

work-life balance

Work-life balance in F&I: It’s easier than you think

- March 18, 2021
‘Work-Life balance? In a dealership? Not a chance…’ That was an actual quote from a friend of mine who has worked in the F&I world since the early 80’s. She laughed...
F&I Auto News
digital retailing - Aaron Bickart

OfferLogix is leading the way in lease and loan payment advertising for auto dealers

- March 16, 2021
Digital Retailing is changing the way car buyers envision the car-buying process. As digital retailing becomes more popular with consumers, it will be crucial for dealers to showcase leasing and...
F&I Sales & Marketing
service

How to get customers back for first service

- February 19, 2021
It’s easy to think that a manufacturer’s free maintenance plan is enough to bring someone in for the first service if you just had one to offer. If you don’t...
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OfferLogix

How to bridge the gap between your digital retailing platform and finance document delivery – Aaron Bickart, EVP/GM at OfferLogix

- February 17, 2021
Digital retailing is no longer an added incentive for dealers. It has become the expectation of automotive consumers. Today on CBT News, Aaron Bickart joins the show to discuss the...
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F&I

Two reasons it may work for the sales consultant to handle F&I too

- February 15, 2021
The F&I department and the process by which they deliver profit for the dealer has been stuck in one paradigm. Customers spend too much time picking out the perfect car and then dread...
F&I Articles
F&I

Coaching vs. training – how to help struggling F&I staff

- February 10, 2021
When your dealership is faced with an F&I manager that is underperforming in PVR and CSI scores, what do you do? Do you just get frustrated and start cleaning house? Do you...
F&I Management & Leadership

How to take the next step towards improving your dealership’s digital operations – Cheryl Miller, Dealertrack

- February 8, 2021
As dealers continue to prepare for the 2021 NADA virtual show, CBT News anchor Jim Fitzpatrick sits down with Cheryl Miller, Vice President of Operations for Dealertrack F&I Solutions, to...
Daily Automotive News F&I
car loan

Trim the time in the F&I office for improved CX

- February 2, 2021
An extended in-dealership visit continues to be a pain point for car shoppers with the finance and insurance process often dominating the clock. One customer recounted their recent experience buying...
Sales & Marketing Articles

Why your dealership should simplify its F&I offerings to these 6 core products – Adam Marburger

- February 1, 2021
2020 was a rollercoaster ride for many auto dealers. Last March and April, many dealers were concerned that they would have to close their doors permanently, only to experience record-breaking...
F&I Auto News
F&I

All-time high new vehicle prices a reason to emphasize F&I products

- January 27, 2021
As CBT News has reported previously, the average new vehicle listing price broke through the $40,000 ceiling in December 2020. Throughout the year, average term length increased by a month from...
F&I Articles

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Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles
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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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Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds
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Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
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