TSLA391.170-3.29%
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%
TSLA391.170-3.29%
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%
TSLA391.170-3.29%
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%


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High gas prices shrink gap between EVs and gas-powered cars in J.D. Power APEAL study

- July 25, 2022
The recently released J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study revealed that battery electric vehicle owners are less satisfied with charge times and driving range than they...
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electric vehicle

J.D. Power Study: More car buyers are considering electric vehicles

- May 27, 2022
J.D. Power released the results of its 2022 U.S. Electric Vehicle Consideration Study this week, revealing that more consumers are considering buying electric vehicles while hesitations persist. The study showed that the...
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LMC Automotive and J.D. Power predict decline in new car sales throughout April

- April 28, 2022
LMC Automotive and J.D. Power said in a report on Wednesday that they are predicting a drop in new vehicle sales in the U.S. for the month of April. Analysts...
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Auto retailers remain healthy in spite of supply chain calamity

- April 26, 2022
Top of mind for many auto retail professionals these days is inventory — where is it and how do we get it? Today on Inside Automotive, we’re pleased to welcome...
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inventory

Tight inventory and record pricing continue through February

- March 1, 2022
JD Power and LMC Automotive have released their sales forecast for the month of February, and it appears the recent supply and pricing trends we have been seeing throughout the...
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January U.S. auto sales: Low inventory still cause for concern; transaction prices set record

- February 14, 2022
2022 U.S. auto sales kicked things off with a SAAR (seasonally adjusted annual rate) of 15.2, the highest monthly SAAR reported since June of 2021. On this edition of Inside...
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websites

OEM website satisfaction is Down. How does that translate to dealer websites?

- January 11, 2022
It is indisputable that the internet has become increasingly impactful in consumers’ decisions throughout the past decade, especially the past two years as shopping online has boomed due to the...
Daily Automotive News Articles
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
EV charging

EV adoption hindered by poor range, insufficient charging infrastructure

- August 30, 2021
Mazda has opened reservations for their first all-electric vehicle, the Mazda MX-30 EV. Mostly comparable in size to the compact CX-30 SUV, it’s billed as “the perfect companion for your...
Daily Automotive News Articles

Sonic Automotive increases minimum hourly wage to $15

- August 19, 2021
CHARLOTTE, N.C., August 19, 2021 – Sonic Automotive, Inc. (“Sonic” or the “Company”) (NYSE:SAH), a Fortune 500 Company and one of the nation’s largest automotive retailers, today announces wage increases to provide all...
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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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Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds
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Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
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