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

reconditioning

4 simple tips to improve your dealership’s reconditioning process

- December 4, 2023
How long does it take your dealership to recondition a used vehicle? If you are one of the top performers, the answer would be 24 hours or less. Does it...
Sales & Marketing Articles
To ensure­ that all customers stay informed, businesse­s must have effective­ communication processes and protocols in place.

Elevating the service experience with proactive communication and real-time updates

- November 29, 2023
In the world of automotive dealerships, the service experience often represents the most complex and confusing part of the customer journey. From scheduling appointments to understanding the intricacies of vehicle...
Fixed-Ops Articles
Ford’s SOS program is one way to address this technician shortage, but more automakers and dealers must get in on the effort.

Why is there still a technician shortage and what are industry leaders doing about it? 

- November 28, 2023
The lack of qualified technicians is an ever-present issue for most dealerships. By next year, this shortfall is projected to increase to 642,000 open positions across the automotive industry. That’s...
Management & Leadership Articles
Why are so many auto technicians leaving, and how can this be fixed? The answer starts with proper onboarding procedures.

4 tips for car dealers when onboarding new auto technicians

- November 15, 2023
During a WrenchWay Roundtable broadcast, a statistic was shared showing that 42% of today’s auto technicians leave the workplace during the first two years. Why are so many auto technicians...
Fixed-Ops Articles
In many markets, qualified technicians have their choice of employer. Creating a strong and inviting brand separates you from the competition.

How your dealership can find stellar automotive technicians

- November 7, 2023
Hiring technicians today is more than putting bodies in service bays. These team members have to have the right skill set, possess a strong work ethic, be able to get...
Management & Leadership Articles
Auditing your service scheduling process is the best way to find potential bottlenecks and implement techniques to improve fixed operations. 

Auditing your dealership’s service scheduling processes

- October 20, 2023
The gateway to your dealership’s service department is scheduling. Make this process effortless, and the journey for a satisfied customer gets off on the right foot. However, you may never...
Fixed-Ops Articles
The world of fixed ops is changing rapidly. If you don’t pay attention to the latest trends, you could find yourself lagging behind.

5 trends impacting your fixed ops profits and how to address them

- October 17, 2023
Since the dawn of the car business, dealerships have been focused primarily on selling cars. Fixed ops has often been an afterthought. Ironically, fixed ops profit margins are significantly higher...
Fixed-Ops Articles

Time: your most precious, most perishable, and most profitable product

- October 12, 2023
I was introduced to a new term recently, “aftersales.” After 40+ years in the automotive business I was unfamiliar with the word. Aftersales refers to anything sold to the customer...
Fixed-Ops Articles
Mid adult manager using digital tablet while talking to service advisors in auto repair shop.

From overwhelmed to aligned action: Empowering service advisors for success

- September 21, 2023
Over the last three years, dealerships have had to rely on service to bring in more profit than ever. And service advisors play a crucial role in bridging the gap...
Fixed-Ops Articles
By strategically building their own service-to-sales pipeline, dealers of all sizes and OEMs can fuel their service drive’s profitability

How to adapt your dealership to navigate the service-to-sales evolution

- September 11, 2023
The service department has always proven to be a major driver of profitability for dealers of every size. Even so, current market dynamics are increasingly emphasizing both the short and long-term...
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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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