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%


fixed ops

service

The best post-pandemic practices for your service department

- September 16, 2022
According to CNBC, the auto industry is one of the most affected by the COVID pandemic. Now that it’s ending and we are learning to adjust our life to live...
Fixed-Ops Articles
work environment

What does a healthy work environment look like for fixed ops?

- August 3, 2022
The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates there were 60 deaths among automotive technicians in 2019. With this information in hand, it’s more important than ever to have a healthy work...
Fixed-Ops Articles

How will EVs affect your service department?

- August 2, 2022
As dealers grapple with the impact that electric vehicles will have on their business, the one topic that is often glossed over is, what will these vehicles do to the...
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service

Ways to get a bump in average dollars per RO during trying times

- June 13, 2022
Service departments have been busier across the United States this year, driven by a lack of inventory to switch out an aging vehicle for a new one. At the same...
Fixed-Ops Articles
work environment

5 ways to create a healthy work environment in fixed operations

- May 30, 2022
Some people examine healthy work environments by physical conditions. This is an important consideration within fixed ops, especially when you notice that the Bureau of Labor Statistics claims there were sixty...
Fixed-Ops Articles
service department

How to enhance service department efficiency and gain more market share – Jade Terreberry | Mike Boyd

- May 25, 2022
On today's Power Lunch, we'll spend some time discussing efficiencies within the dealership service department. Joining us in the studio are Jade Terreberry, Senior Director of Business Development at Cox Automotive, and...
Power Lunch Fixed-Ops
TraXtion

Is your service department prepared for electric cars? – David Boyle | CEO of TraXtion

- May 24, 2022
Is your dealership equipped to handle the sale and service of electric cars? As consumers consider EVs more seriously, experts say now is the time to get your house in...
Fixed-Ops Publishing Partners
autonomous vehicles

How to start preparing your service department for autonomous vehicles

- May 23, 2022
In today’s age, automotive technology is constantly changing, making it difficult for service departments to keep up. Even the NHTSA says that “one day, automated driving systems, which some refer to...
Fixed-Ops Articles
express auto technicians

Why pay plans for express auto technicians need to change – Don Reed

- May 20, 2022
How are you compensating your express auto technicians? Today on Inside Automotive, we're pleased to welcome back Don Reed, CEO of DealerPRO Training, one of the nation's top fixed-ops training...
Fixed-Ops Featured
staffing shortages

5 ways to combat staffing shortages in fixed operations

- May 19, 2022
Staffing shortages are affecting dealerships across the country as they struggle to hire new employees and keep their turnover rate low. According to The Society for Human Resource Management, the...
Fixed-Ops Articles

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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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