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

What Are Dealers Doing to Stay Busy with Slower Service Departments?

- April 29, 2020
With social distancing, and “shelter-in-place” orders issued in many states, automotive service and aftermarket shops continue to operate, but under a different set of rules and expectations. A survey conducted April...
Fixed-Ops Auto News

Managing Dealership Service Operations During COVID-19

- April 17, 2020
The coronavirus has drastically changed the way we live, work, and play. As our current situation continues with no definitive end in sight, businesses, including car dealer service centers, are...
Daily Automotive News Auto News
service

Must-Do Tasks for Service Advisors in Challenging Times

- April 13, 2020
Talented help has been in short supply in the automotive dealership fixed operations realm for decades. Key roles such as parts managers, parts clerks, service advisors, service technicians - just...
Fixed-Ops Auto News
parts

How COVID-19 is Affecting Parts Departments

- March 31, 2020
With social distancing, isolation, and quarantine efforts dominating news and daily life, coronavirus continues to wreak havoc on the U.S. and world economies. The automotive industry has felt the impact....
Fixed-Ops Auto News
fixed-ops

Focusing on the Fixed-Ops Department: What You Need to Know During COVID-19

- March 31, 2020
As part of our continuing Coronavirus coverage, we’re pleased to welcome Kristin Williams, Dealer Development Manager at DealerPRO Training, Ed Whittle and Michael Lindberg of Garlyn Shelton Auto Group in...
Fixed-Ops Auto News
DealerPRO Training

DealerPRO Training Launches Online Forum to Remain Focused on Fixed-Ops Today

- March 27, 2020
In week #1 of DealerPRO Training's Fixed-ops Management and Leadership online forum, Dealer Development Manager Kristin Williams, along with dealers and fixed-ops professionals, tackled important leadership skills and management strategies...
Fixed-Ops Auto News
active delivery

The Active Delivery Process

- March 23, 2020
On this week's episode of the Weekly Tune-Up, Jim Fitzpatrick is once again joined by guest host Michael Roppo, President of Automotive Management Resources. The two wrap up their discussion...
Daily Newscast
fixed ops

How Fixed Ops can Boost Dealer Revenues in Times of Uncertainty

- March 23, 2020
Amid flattening auto sales, many dealerships are turning to their back-end operations to future-proof their businesses. It is likely that the recent outbreak of coronavirus in the U.S. will only...
Daily Automotive News Fixed-Ops
Used-Car Market

CBT Automotive Newscast for March 23, 2020

- March 23, 2020
Today on CBTNews.com - Monday, March 23rd, 2020: How the Coronavirus Outbreak is Affecting Wholesale Business and the Used-Car Market – Jonathan Banks, J.D. Power With many businesses temporarily closing their doors...
Daily Newscast
service

Ways to Convert on the Walkaround in the Service Drive

- March 17, 2020
When a customer arrives for a service appointment, the check-in process is expected to be smooth, fast, and painless. Having already set an appointment, the vehicle owner feels like they’re...
Fixed-Ops Auto News

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Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles
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Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy
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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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Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
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