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

How the acceleration of digital retailing will affect the auto industry long-term – Pete MacInnis, eLEND Solutions

- January 19, 2021
Today on CBT News, anchor Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by Pete MacInnis, Founder and CEO of eLEND Solutions. His company offers automotive finance solutions focusing on providing a simplified vehicle...
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Is now the right time to try upfront F&I pricing?

- January 18, 2021
Many years ago, Carmax stormed into the automotive space with the ‘no haggle’ price. What you see on the window sticker is it...no negotiation, take it or leave it. That...
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How to become more profitable in the F&I office with virtual services – Scott Gunnell & Mike Casey, JM&A

- January 14, 2021
Today on CBT News, anchor Jim Fitzpatrick is joined by Scott Gunnell, group vice president of business strategy at JM&A Group, and Mike Casey, group vice president of sales. As leaders...
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Tips to handle bad online reviews for F&I

- January 11, 2021
Think about the last time you bought anything online. What did you do first? You probably started with Google (as we all do) or maybe to the website of the...
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OfferLogix

Aaron Bickart OfferLogix EVP/GM on the importance of integrating accurate finance payments with your advertising technology

- December 15, 2020
Today on CBT News, Aaron Bickart, EVP and general manager of OfferLogix, joins the show again to discuss how API and fintech can address issues within the automotive industry. Bickart...
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Private equities are acquiring F&I administrators. Is it hurting your margins?

- December 15, 2020
In the last few decades, private equity firms throughout the US have been buying up businesses across industries with the intention of turning ailing brands around that have hit hard...
F&I Articles
COVID-19

Finding the bright spots for F&I during COVID-19

- November 27, 2020
We are always looking for silver linings when things are going haywire in life. The last 6 months navigating the COVID-19 crisis as a nation is no exception. Every day...
F&I Auto News
PVR

How to raise your PVR in one simple step

- November 23, 2020
Every F&I department has metrics it must meet every month and, in some cases, every day. They include penetration levels per product, CSI scores, and chargeback rate, among others. The big...
F&I Articles
auto loan

How to increase your F&I gross and offer more affordable auto loan payments to customers

- November 19, 2020
On today's show, we're pleased to welcome back David Engelman, Chief Executive Officer at SMART Payment Plan. We last spoke to Engelman on the CBT stage at the 2020 NADA...
Publishing Partners F&I
Lloyd Trushel

How to engage more effectively with consumers and build trust during transactions

- November 17, 2020
In the latest episode of F&I Today, Lloyd Trushel joins Jim Fitzpatrick to discuss the latest F&I trends across the industry. Trushel is an F&I coach, co-Founder of Consator Group,...
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Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles
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Bosch announces $225 million direct funding agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce
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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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Fighting payment anxiety in the F&I office with empathy and value
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Mexico targets USMCA tariffs, Volkswagen expands affordable EVs, Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors
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