TSLA390.100-4.36%
GM76.895-0.7448%
F14.095-0.085%
RIVN16.797-1.0032%
CYD44.820-1.05%
HMC28.7510.8605%
TM179.4602.54%
CVNA69.785-0.805%
PAG205.4805.08%
LAD336.1804.81%
AN208.5805.04%
GPI328.1908.79%
ABG226.4307.99999%
SAH101.8502.12%
TSLA390.100-4.36%
GM76.895-0.7448%
F14.095-0.085%
RIVN16.797-1.0032%
CYD44.820-1.05%
HMC28.7510.8605%
TM179.4602.54%
CVNA69.785-0.805%
PAG205.4805.08%
LAD336.1804.81%
AN208.5805.04%
GPI328.1908.79%
ABG226.4307.99999%
SAH101.8502.12%
TSLA390.100-4.36%
GM76.895-0.7448%
F14.095-0.085%
RIVN16.797-1.0032%
CYD44.820-1.05%
HMC28.7510.8605%
TM179.4602.54%
CVNA69.785-0.805%
PAG205.4805.08%
LAD336.1804.81%
AN208.5805.04%
GPI328.1908.79%
ABG226.4307.99999%
SAH101.8502.12%


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Service drive walkarounds are often seen as a way to spot flaws and generate revenue, but Nolan Armpriester says they have a greater purpose

Nolan Armpriester highlights why dealers need to rethink service walkarounds to focus on trust 

- September 8, 2025
Service drive walkarounds are often seen as a method to identify flaws and generate revenue. However, Nolan Armpriester, the Director of Operations at Kinley Automotive Group, believes they should serve...
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Tires often get overlooked in the service drive, but John Fairchild believes they could be the most powerful retention tool for dealerships

John Fairchild on why dealers should embrace tire sales in fixed ops

- September 1, 2025
Tires often get overlooked in the service drive, but John Fairchild, President of Fairchild Automotive Solutions and fixed operations trainer, believes they could be the most powerful retention tool available...
Fixed-Ops Service Drive
NJ CAR President Laura Perrotta details the Technician Advancement Program (TAP) tackling New Jersey’s technician shortage.

Laura Perrotta on NJ CAR’s new program tackling auto tech crisis

- August 25, 2025
New Jersey needs over 12,500 new technicians by 2026 to replace retiring workers. To address this urgent issue, the New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers (NJ CAR) has launched a...
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Jaguar Land Rover recalls over 121,500 U.S. Range Rover vehicles due to front suspension defect that could increase crash risk.

Jaguar Land Rover recalls more than 121,500 US vehicles over suspension issue

- August 14, 2025
On the Dash: Jaguar Land Rover is recalling 121,500 U.S. Range Rover and Range Rover Sport vehicles over cracked front suspension knuckles. The recall follows a NHTSA investigation, with no...
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Fix it right the first time – Customers have little tolerance for mistakes

- August 13, 2025
When a customer brings their vehicle into a dealership for repair, they expect one thing: to leave with the problem resolved. Not patched together. Not half-fixed. Resolved. But across the...
Fixed-Ops Publishing Partners
Jeff Wyler Automotive's Ryan Haskell on boosting service retention with AI, mobile ops, and tech transparency amid technician shortage.

Jeff Wyler Automotive’s Ryan Haskell on winning customer loyalty in the service department

- August 11, 2025
Keeping the service department running smoothly has never been more critical, or more challenging, than it is right now. In today's episode of Service Drive, Ryan Haskell, fixed ops director...
Featured Service Drive
Enhance customer trust with proactive updates! Quick texts and calls improve communication, satisfaction, and drive sales.

Stop playing hide and seek: Mastering customer status updates

- August 8, 2025
Ever been on the other side of the counter as a customer? You drop your vehicle off, grab the loaner, and… crickets. Four hours later, you’re wondering: are they even...
Fixed-Ops Articles
On the latest episode of Service Drive, Corey Smith offers insight into how fixed ops leaders can improve retention.

How fixed ops teams can enhance tech and improve customer retention – Corey Smith | EasyCare

- August 4, 2025
As technology and customer expectations evolve, automotive service departments face pressure to adapt or risk falling behind. On the latest episode of Service Drive, Corey Smith, National Fixed Ops Training...
Fixed-Ops Service Drive
The landscape of automotive retail has shifted radically, which means our strategies, culture, and execution in the service drive must evolve

Today’s drive, tomorrow’s results

- July 24, 2025
The landscape of automotive retail has shifted—radically. Today’s economy is tighter, technology is smarter, and the people on both sides of the counter are more informed, connected, and expectant than...
Fixed-Ops Articles

CDK expands Fixed Ops Suite to all dealers, boosting service revenue and experience – Kim Saylor | CDK

- July 23, 2025
CDK has recently expanded its Fixed Operations Suite, which has already been highly successful within the company's Dealership Xperience Platform. Now, they are introducing the CDK Fixed Ops Suite for...
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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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