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

Planet Subaru

Service Manager Christa Collins on Training New Fixed-Ops Hires from Scratch

- September 3, 2020
What separates one service department from the next? Some may say the service technicians and the work they do. Today we’ll learn about a training program that Christa Collins, Service...
Fixed-Ops Auto News
body

How Dealer Body Shops Can Navigate the Restart

- September 1, 2020
In April 2020, traffic volumes across the US were reduced by 30 to 60 percent as COVID-19 restrictions kept much of the public at home. As a direct result, fewer...
Sales & Marketing Fixed-Ops
automotive newscast

CBT Automotive Newscast: August 31, 2020

- August 31, 2020
Today's Featured Interview: CBT News Market Update: Bob Lanham, Facebook & Lance Schafer, LotLinx From the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic to now, digital marketing in auto retail has undergone a tremendous...
Daily Newscast Headlines
service pickup and delivery

Is Your Dealership Charging for Service Pickup and Delivery?

- August 28, 2020
Retail automotive trends are constantly shifting so it’s important to stay up-to-date with the latest information and data so you don't miss out on any opportunities. Joining us with the...
Fixed-Ops Auto News
Volvo

Volvo Car USA Encouraging Tech Careers with Free Tools

- August 27, 2020
Technicians have been a rare commodity for years, spurring companies like Manheim to begin developing apprentice technicians in new and creative ways. However, entrants into the industry can soon discover...
Fixed-Ops Auto News
Serra Traverse City

Re-Adjusting Service Department Goals During the Pandemic – Daniel Korte, Serra Traverse City

- August 25, 2020
  Many service directors are faced with the difficult task of eliminating positions as the pandemic continues, but one service director has been able to turn things around for some of...
Fixed-Ops Auto News
service department

Five Marketing Strategies to Increase Service Department Sales

- August 24, 2020
According to the National Automobiles Dealers Association, almost 50 percent of a dealer's gross profits are generated by the service department. For many dealerships, service departments can be a significant...
Sales & Marketing Fixed-Ops
Dealer Forward

Dealer Forward – Silver Linings: Dealer Roundtable of Marketing, Fixed Operations, and Sales Playbooks

- August 20, 2020
  Welcome to another episode of Dealer Forward. Today’s panel discussion covers the Cox Automotive Marketing, Fixed Ops, and Sales Dealer Playbooks, and examines real dealer stories - what is working...
Management & Leadership Power Lunch
service director

Service Director Manny Escalon on Customer Retention During the Pandemic

- August 20, 2020
Dealership service departments around the nation are adjusting to the ‘new normal’ in a post COVID-19 world. But what exactly does this mean? We spoke with fixed-ops expert Manny Escalon...
Fixed-Ops Auto News
service

4 Disciplines that Create a Standard of Accountability in the Service Drive

- August 13, 2020
In almost every state across the U.S., dealership service departments were considered essential services and allowed to remain open throughout the COVDID-19 pandemic. With the majority of showrooms closed at...
Fixed-Ops Auto News

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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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