TSLA392.850-1.61%
GM76.855-0.785%
F14.160-0.02%
RIVN17.065-0.735%
CYD44.930-0.94%
HMC28.8250.935%
TM179.9703.05%
CVNA70.6750.085%
PAG205.8705.47%
LAD342.84011.47%
AN209.1405.6%
GPI327.9008.5%
ABG227.1208.69%
SAH102.8353.105%
TSLA392.850-1.61%
GM76.855-0.785%
F14.160-0.02%
RIVN17.065-0.735%
CYD44.930-0.94%
HMC28.8250.935%
TM179.9703.05%
CVNA70.6750.085%
PAG205.8705.47%
LAD342.84011.47%
AN209.1405.6%
GPI327.9008.5%
ABG227.1208.69%
SAH102.8353.105%
TSLA392.850-1.61%
GM76.855-0.785%
F14.160-0.02%
RIVN17.065-0.735%
CYD44.930-0.94%
HMC28.8250.935%
TM179.9703.05%
CVNA70.6750.085%
PAG205.8705.47%
LAD342.84011.47%
AN209.1405.6%
GPI327.9008.5%
ABG227.1208.69%
SAH102.8353.105%


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The 3-step habit that could save your next deal

The 3-step habit that could save your next deal

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Fourth of July weekend brings big incentives and offers from automakers

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The Fourth of July is a busy time for dealers. The holiday gives shoppers more time to look for their next car. Automakers are hoping to hit mid-year sales. And...
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The culture connection: Roper Kia GM Tustin Orich shares the culture systems and daily habits behind back-to-back record months for his Joplin, Missouri store.

The culture connection: One small-market GM’s formula for record-breaking sales

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Suzuki explains the importance of value-based selling, offering actionable insights to help dealerships build long-term customer loyalty

Value centric selling for service and sales teams: Communicating client benefits for lasting impact

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Join us on the latest edition of Loyalty-Based Sales Strategies, as Jen Suzuki shares game-changing sales strategies designed to empower both sales and service teams. In this exclusive CBT News...
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Today's edition of Loyalty-Based Sales Strategies, Jen Suzuki shares invaluable insights on how incorporating video can change dealers' sales

Visual video impact is poppin’ – Harness the power of video in follow-up strategies that engage your clients

- June 20, 2024
In today's fast-paced automotive market, dealerships constantly seek innovative ways to engage customers and streamline their operations. On today's edition of Loyalty-Based Sales Strategies, Jen Suzuki shares invaluable insights on...
Loyalty-Based Sales Strategies Sales & Marketing
Ford Bronco vs. Jeep

Ford Bronco sales narrow gap with Jeep Wrangler

- February 8, 2023
The Ford Bronco is swiftly catching up to the Jeep Wrangler in terms of sales, even though it hasn't yet done so. This is excellent news for Ford as well...
Articles Headlines
Rusty West

How to prepare your dealership for the obstacles that lie ahead — Rusty West, Market Scan

- February 6, 2023
Dealerships know that the market is changing, but many are still lacking clear guidance on how to prepare for the new automotive landscape. Rusty West is the President and CEO...
Daily Automotive News Publishing Partners
2023 dealerships

What must auto dealerships focus on this coming year? — Tyson Jominy, J.D. Power

- February 1, 2023
After a challenging and disappointing year, dealerships are anxious to know what's in store for retail auto in 2023. Consumer research firm J.D. Power is at the forefront of market...
Sales & Marketing Inside Automotive

The most effective F&I practices to use this year according to the experts

- January 18, 2023
The F&I practices used in the auto industry have changed significantly since the start of last year, as dealerships refined their offerings to adapt to a new market landscape. However,...
F&I Inside Automotive
used-car dealerships

Best practices used car retailers must prioritize in 2023

- January 16, 2023
Last year was one of the most challenging on record for the pre-owned vehicle market. Despite a strong performance in 2021, many used car retailers faced high vehicle prices and...
Sales & Marketing Daily Automotive 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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