TSLA392.796-1.6641%
GM77.400-0.24%
F14.170-0.01%
RIVN17.055-0.745%
CYD44.850-1.02%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.6252.705%
CVNA71.0900.5%
PAG205.9105.51%
LAD343.89512.525%
AN209.4005.85999%
GPI327.8408.44%
ABG226.2207.79%
SAH103.1203.39%
TSLA392.796-1.6641%
GM77.400-0.24%
F14.170-0.01%
RIVN17.055-0.745%
CYD44.850-1.02%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.6252.705%
CVNA71.0900.5%
PAG205.9105.51%
LAD343.89512.525%
AN209.4005.85999%
GPI327.8408.44%
ABG226.2207.79%
SAH103.1203.39%
TSLA392.796-1.6641%
GM77.400-0.24%
F14.170-0.01%
RIVN17.055-0.745%
CYD44.850-1.02%
HMC28.7700.88%
TM179.6252.705%
CVNA71.0900.5%
PAG205.9105.51%
LAD343.89512.525%
AN209.4005.85999%
GPI327.8408.44%
ABG226.2207.79%
SAH103.1203.39%


inventory

marketing used cars

The adjustments car dealers need to make to improve profitability

- October 7, 2021
Welcome to this week’s episode of Used Cars Weekly, the original CBT News show dedicated to bringing car dealers best practices and tips for the used car department, in-depth dealer interviews,...
Sales & Marketing Headlines
marketing used cars

Are certain metrics throwing off your used car and lead management strategies?

- September 30, 2021
Welcome to this week’s episode of Used Cars Weekly, the original CBT News show dedicated to bringing car dealers best practices and tips for the used car department, in-depth dealer interviews,...
Shows Headlines
Jominy

J.D. Power’s Tyson Jominy on the state of the automotive industry today

- September 15, 2021
We were all anticipating relief from the inventory and chip shortages by now, but unfortunately, as most experts predicted, we are still dealing with the crisis in the third quarter...
Daily Automotive News Featured
floor plan

How can floor plan financing work for used car dealers?

- August 20, 2021
There are many factors that go into a used car dealership’s success or failure — customer service, management, and just plain ol’ luck — but one of the most overlooked...
F&I Auto News
Benstock

How car dealers can best position themselves to compete with retailers like Carvana – Paragon Vice Pres. Brian Benstock

- August 18, 2021
Online vehicle retailer Carvana continues to grow at a rapid pace and doubled its first-quarter revenue in 2021. While some dealers have underestimated the company’s influence, our next guest has...
Management & Leadership Featured
catalytic converter

What can car dealers do about rampant catalytic converter thefts at dealerships?

- June 21, 2021
Last week, the Bill Barth Kia dealership reported that they were the target of a thief that stole three catalytic converters and damaged four other vehicles in a single night....
Daily Automotive News Auto News
parts

The cost of obsolescent parts for a car dealer

- May 18, 2021
According to the NADA, an average-sized dealership is sitting on $50,000 worth of parts that haven’t moved in a year. Think of what could actually be done with that $50,000....
Fixed-Ops Articles
days' supply

Record car sales push days’ supply of inventory down further

- May 18, 2021
New car inventory has been steadily decreasing since December on two main factors: extremely strong buying behaviors by an increasingly confident nation, and a struggle to keep up production volume...
Daily Automotive News Articles
inventory

Dealers see used inventory prices continue to climb at auction

- May 11, 2021
The Used Vehicle Value Index published by Manheim reports that total used vehicle sales were up 69% year over year in April, pushing the used SAAR for the month up...
Daily Automotive News Articles
car

Car buyers advised to skip negotiating, pay sticker price during entrenched shortage

- April 28, 2021
Chip shortages, factory shutdowns due to COVID outbreaks, and a lack of used car inventory from rental companies are all combining to create supply challenges on dealer lots nationwide. However,...
Daily Automotive News Articles

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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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