TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2200.35%
HMC24.330-0.15%
TM192.300-3.78%
CVNA409.1706.15%
PAG160.5000.5%
LAD274.870-1.52%
AN203.2000.23%
GPI340.9501.17%
ABG203.0901.08%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2200.35%
HMC24.330-0.15%
TM192.300-3.78%
CVNA409.1706.15%
PAG160.5000.5%
LAD274.870-1.52%
AN203.2000.23%
GPI340.9501.17%
ABG203.0901.08%
SAH71.8400.62%
TSLA376.3002.58%
GM78.050-0.47%
F12.385-0.095%
RIVN16.520-0.43%
CYD42.2200.35%
HMC24.330-0.15%
TM192.300-3.78%
CVNA409.1706.15%
PAG160.5000.5%
LAD274.870-1.52%
AN203.2000.23%
GPI340.9501.17%
ABG203.0901.08%
SAH71.8400.62%


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Auto Stocks Benefiting from Rising Used-Car Values

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There are many adjustments necessary to maintain operations in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak. For most auto dealers, online, pickup and delivery options became more utilized than ever before....
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Should Dealers Level Up New Car Inventory Right Now?

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The Future of Vehicle Shopping at the Push of a Button – David Long, Retail Automotive Expert | The POWER of the T.O. | A Constructive Approach to Missed Sales Goals

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High Prices and Concerns over Tax Refunds Cause Auto Sales to Cool in February

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Selling to Baby Boomers in 2019

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If you see enough commercials, it might seem like the only generation with money and spending potential are Millennials. While Millennials offer tremendous potential for the future, there is an entire...
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Good News for Black Friday Car Shoppers in Edmunds Report

- November 14, 2018
In the last few years, a determined grassroots movement has sprung up around the country, and it is quietly making a difference. No, it’s not a political movement calling for...
Articles Headlines
social media hackers

Is your social media safe from hackers? | Boost Your Reputation | What Consumers Look For in a Car | Can the mission of “having fun” really work? | Tesla vs. New York Car Dealers

- June 22, 2017
On today's CBT Newscast for Thursday, June 22nd, 2017: Is your social media safe from hackers? Erik Nachbahr, President and CEO of Helion Automotive Technologies, joins Joe Gumm to talk about how...
Daily Newscast

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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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