TSLA391.060-3.4%
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%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
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%
TSLA391.060-3.4%
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%


service department

commercial service

Over 120 Ford dealers agree to open commercial service centers

- March 9, 2023
A report by Automotive News reveals that over 120 Ford dealers have signed on with the automaker's initiative to open fleet-focused commercial service centers across the nation. Although Ford already works...
Articles Headlines
Chris Schaubert Work flow

Improving work flow in the fixed operations department — Chris Schaubert

- February 23, 2023
Every auto technician knows that fixed operations departments must maintain a balanced work flow to keep customers happy and profits high. However, many managers, especially those with a career in...
Featured Fixed-Ops
Spiffy

What will Spiffy do with its $30 million Series C funding boost?

- February 17, 2023
Technology and services company, Spiffy, recently announced $30 Million in Series C financing which it expects will drive tremendous growth in 2023 and beyond. The Presidio Group advised Spiffy throughout...
Daily Automotive News CBT Now
service customers customer experience TruVideo

Collaborate to own the customer experience

- February 16, 2023
In the beginning, there was Microsoft. Apple arrived a year later. And they’ve been rivals ever since. But did you know, they’ve also been business partners? Collaboration between competitors may not...
Sales & Marketing Daily Automotive News
auto workers

DOL and Mercedes-Benz team up to train the next generation of auto workers

- February 10, 2023
This Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Labor revealed a collaboration with Mercedes-Benz USA to train and equip future auto workers for their careers in the industry. The partnership will provide participants...
Articles Headlines
fixed operations

How will EVs affect fixed operations revenue?

- February 6, 2023
A 2017 article in Automotive News undoubtedly caused indigestion among franchised dealer executives by foretelling how EVs would cause fixed operations to drop. In truth, it’s still too early to...
Articles Fixed-Ops
customers

5 areas where dealers can communicate better with customers

- January 16, 2023
About 90% of loyal dealership clients are still going to consider another brand when the time comes to get a new vehicle. Even if you are doing everything right, you...
Sales & Marketing Articles
service department

Auto dealers shift gears to drive profit in the service department — Juan Flores | KBB

- January 11, 2023
Dealers are looking for new ways to increase sales at the store level and in the service department. Juan Flores, Senior Director of Product Development at Kelly Blue Book (KBB), discusses what...
Power Lunch Fixed-Ops
vendors

Vendors you should have in place to support the service department

- January 9, 2023
A service department can run like a well-oiled machine. Technicians diagnose concerns, order parts, install them, and send the customer on their way with a repaired vehicle. However, a few...
Fixed-Ops Articles
auto tech

How car dealers can navigate the ongoing auto tech shortage

- December 7, 2022
As the year continues to progress, it’s time to do an update on the auto tech shortage in the United States. As we discussed earlier in the year, the numbers...
Fixed-Ops Articles

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Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles
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Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles

Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy
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Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy

Bosch announces $225 million direct funding agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce
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Bosch announces $225 million direct funding agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce

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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Stellantis revives supplier rewards program to drive cost savings

Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds
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Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds

Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
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Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates

Mitsubishi expands Texas port operations to speed dealer deliveries
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The AI platform capturing $10,000 a month in after-hours dealer revenue
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Fighting payment anxiety in the F&I office with empathy and value
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Mexico targets USMCA tariffs, Volkswagen expands affordable EVs, Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors
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