TSLA374.0720.3515%
GM77.995-0.525%
F12.375-0.105%
RIVN16.554-0.3957%
CYD41.380-0.49%
HMC24.275-0.205%
TM192.750-3.33%
CVNA401.320-1.7%
PAG160.5000.5%
LAD274.545-1.845%
AN203.0300.06%
GPI337.990-1.79%
ABG201.330-0.68%
SAH71.3600.14%
TSLA374.0720.3515%
GM77.995-0.525%
F12.375-0.105%
RIVN16.554-0.3957%
CYD41.380-0.49%
HMC24.275-0.205%
TM192.750-3.33%
CVNA401.320-1.7%
PAG160.5000.5%
LAD274.545-1.845%
AN203.0300.06%
GPI337.990-1.79%
ABG201.330-0.68%
SAH71.3600.14%
TSLA374.0720.3515%
GM77.995-0.525%
F12.375-0.105%
RIVN16.554-0.3957%
CYD41.380-0.49%
HMC24.275-0.205%
TM192.750-3.33%
CVNA401.320-1.7%
PAG160.5000.5%
LAD274.545-1.845%
AN203.0300.06%
GPI337.990-1.79%
ABG201.330-0.68%
SAH71.3600.14%


future

dealerships

Dealerships are Bridging the Gap between the Future and the Now

- June 29, 2018
The auto industry has always been at the forefront of technological advancement. This has never been truer than at the current time. Self-driving cars, smart cities, and connected technologies are...
Sales & Marketing Daily Automotive News
ridesharing

How Ridesharing Impacts the Automotive Landscape

- June 13, 2018
In 2011, ridesharing appeared on the transportation radar. The service platform was quickly recognized as a disruptor, and it has experienced tremendous growth and popularity since its early stages, especially...
Daily Automotive News Auto News
f&i managers

3 Ways to Help Your Veteran F&I Managers Embrace the Future

- June 11, 2018
Every dealership has had THAT F&I manager. You know the one…he/she has been there for 10-15 years or more. They carry deep knowledge of banks and buyers, they can sniff...
Articles Headlines
renewable road

New Roads Pave the Way to Autonomous Driving Future in China and the U.S.

- April 13, 2018
In December 2017, a 3,540-foot-long stretch of road opened up in the eastern Chinese city of Jinan. This is no ordinary road. In fact, it may be the most technologically...
Daily Automotive News Auto News
electric cars

The Future is Electric Vehicles, According to These Carmakers and Economists

- September 20, 2017
Electric cars have been a niche market since their arrival. Even as the best-selling electric car to date, the Nissan LEAF sold just 14,006 units in the United States in...
Daily Automotive News Auto News
Customers

Is Your Shop Ready for the Future?

- September 15, 2017
The automotive industry has been evolving at an astonishing rate since its inception. Due to this ever advancing edge of the field, it is very easy for a shop to...
Fixed-Ops Auto News
newscast

Jessica Caldwell: September is a good time to buy for consumers | Is Your Shop Ready for the Future? | 10 Tips for a Productive Sales Meeting

- September 15, 2017
On today's CBT Newscast for Friday, September 15th, 2017: Jessica Caldwell: September is a good time to buy for consumers The National Federation of Independent Businesses says owners of small companies report...
Daily Newscast
future

How prepared are you for the future?

- August 28, 2017
Getting left behind is not a fun feeling, especially when we're talking about the impact of technology on the auto industry. However, car dealerships haven't become an endangered species in...
Daily Automotive News Auto News
newscast

How prepared are you for the future? | 7 Ways to Leverage Existing Customers | Trends that Will Shape Your Dealership, Whether You Like It or Not

- August 28, 2017
On today's CBT Newscast for Monday, August 28th, 2017: How prepared are you for the future? Doug Betts, Senior VP of Global Automotive Operations at J.D. Power, recently told CBT News that...
Daily Newscast
trends

Trends that Will Shape Your Dealership’s Future, Whether You Like It or Not

- August 28, 2017
Aside from the prevalence of flying cars and hoverboards Marty McFly used, ‘the future’ is happening. Innovators dreamed of a world with cars that drove themselves, intercontinental visual communication –...
Daily Automotive News 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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Autonomous
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