TSLA375.8902.17%
GM77.940-0.58%
F12.375-0.105%
RIVN16.370-0.58%
CYD41.730-0.14%
HMC24.295-0.185%
TM192.770-3.31%
CVNA404.1601.14%
PAG160.3600.36%
LAD274.720-1.67%
AN203.1600.19%
GPI339.8700.09%
ABG201.440-0.57%
SAH71.6400.42%
TSLA375.8902.17%
GM77.940-0.58%
F12.375-0.105%
RIVN16.370-0.58%
CYD41.730-0.14%
HMC24.295-0.185%
TM192.770-3.31%
CVNA404.1601.14%
PAG160.3600.36%
LAD274.720-1.67%
AN203.1600.19%
GPI339.8700.09%
ABG201.440-0.57%
SAH71.6400.42%
TSLA375.8902.17%
GM77.940-0.58%
F12.375-0.105%
RIVN16.370-0.58%
CYD41.730-0.14%
HMC24.295-0.185%
TM192.770-3.31%
CVNA404.1601.14%
PAG160.3600.36%
LAD274.720-1.67%
AN203.1600.19%
GPI339.8700.09%
ABG201.440-0.57%
SAH71.6400.42%


Jose Munoz

Hyundai CEO says Middle East crisis will impact sales as production limits restrict reallocation

Hyundai CEO says Middle East crisis will impact sales as production limits restrict reallocation

- April 21, 2026
On the Dash: Regional conflicts can disrupt high-margin markets and impact OEM profitability even without major volume losses. Limited production flexibility highlights the importance of localized inventory strategies. North America...
Industry News Articles

Hyundai COO José Muñoz sees strong potential in U.S. electric car market

- July 7, 2022
The U.S is still behind Europe and China in the race to increase electrification. However, despite rising inflation, Hyundai Motor Company's Chief Operating Officer, José Muñoz, believes that the U.S....
Articles Headlines
Hyundai

Sources say Hyundai plans to build EV plant in Georgia

- May 10, 2022
This week, sources close to the matter said that Hyundai is planning on building an electric vehicle plant close to its existing facilities in Georgia. Specific details regarding job numbers or expected...
Articles Headlines
Hyundai

Hyundai exec. José Muñoz to oversee new projects for the automaker

- May 3, 2022
Hyundai Motor North America’s President and Chief Executive Officer, José Muñoz, is reportedly taking on more responsibilities for the automaker as he joins the company’s Board of Directors of Motional, a partnership...
Articles Headlines
CBT News Placeholder

Nissan’s Jose Munoz talks to CBT about the 2.0 dealership design

- October 17, 2016
Jim Fitzpatrick interviews Jose Munoz, Executive Vice President with Nissan and Chairman of Nissan North America.
Daily Automotive News Auto News
CBT News Placeholder

CBT News October 17, 2016

- October 17, 2016
CBT News October 17, 2016 Nissan's Jose Munoz talks to CBT about the 2.0 dealership design Do consumers want to buy cars online? Increasing Trends in Automtoive
Daily Newscast

Latest Articles

Sale of stakes in Bugatti Rimac and Rimac Group marks latest move in Porsche CEO Michael Leiters' sweeping turnaround effort.
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Porsche sells Bugatti Rimac stakes as it shifts focus to gas, hybrid models

Ford boosts U.S. assembly, Stellantis prioritizes turnaround strategy, Hyundai profit drops 24%
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Ford boosts U.S. assembly, Stellantis prioritizes turnaround strategy, Hyundai profit drops 24%

Toyota Mobility Foundation Names Innovators in Clean Freight as Detroit Winners of Global Sustainable Cities Challenge
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Toyota Mobility Foundation names innovators in clean freight as Detroit winners of Global Sustainable Cities Challenge

Baumann Auto Group
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Baumann Auto Group acquires Firelands Chevrolet of Norwalk in Ohio

Ford doubles down on U.S. assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Ford doubles down on U.S. assembly as trade policies shift industry strategy

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.
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Stellantis to prioritize four core brands in turnaround strategy, sources say

Hyundai's profit drops 24% as tariffs, weak global demand persist 
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Hyundai’s profit drops 24% as tariffs, weak global demand persist 

The latest JD Power-GlobalData forecast shows a decline in new car sales in April, but you can blame last year's tariff panic, not today's buyers.
Latest Articles 04/24/26

New car sales drop 7.3% in April, but don’t blame buyers

2026 Subaru Outback: Rugged evolution meets everyday practicality
Latest Articles 04/24/26

2026 Subaru Outback: Rugged evolution meets everyday practicality

Autonomous
Latest Articles 04/24/26

Autonomous future back in focus as Waymo expands, Uber reinvests billions


CBT News
Powered by  GDPR Cookie Compliance
Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.