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%


Steve Greenfield

startup

The entrepreneurs behind Dealer.com discuss their latest startup venture

- August 26, 2021
Welcome to another episode of Founder Focus with Steve Greenfield, founder of Automotive Ventures. This CBT original series dives into the inside stories behind some of the most impressive entrepreneurial journeys....
Featured Headlines
AutoNation sells remaining ..Friday 5

Foureyes founder David Steinberg announces funding round and Hagerty goes public via SPAC merger

- August 20, 2021
Welcome to another edition of The Friday 5 with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, an auto technology advisory firm that helps entrepreneurs raise money and maximize the...
Future of Automotive Daily Automotive News
AutoNation sells remaining ..Friday 5

Big announcements from Carvana, Car IQ, Turo and more

- August 13, 2021
Welcome to another edition of The Friday 5 with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, an auto technology advisory firm that helps entrepreneurs raise money and maximize the...
Future of Automotive Daily Automotive News
AutoNation sells remaining ..Friday 5

Which used vehicle acquisition platform was acquired by AutoWeb? What supply chain venture raised $700M?

- August 6, 2021
Welcome to another edition of The Friday 5 with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, an auto technology advisory firm that helps entrepreneurs raise money and maximize the...
Future of Automotive Daily Automotive News
AutoNation sells remaining ..Friday 5

How did Lucid Motors perform its first day on the NASDAQ? How much did Rivian raise in a recent funding round?

- July 30, 2021
Welcome to another edition of The Friday 5 with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, an auto technology advisory firm that helps entrepreneurs raise money and maximize the...
Future of Automotive Daily Automotive News
startup

How serial entrepreneur Bruce Thompson created several multi-million dollar auto technology companies

- July 29, 2021
On this episode of Founder Focus, host and CEO of Automotive Ventures Steve Greenfield, has a conversation with Bruce Thompson, CEO, and founder of CarOffer. He's is also arguably the...
Featured Headlines

What is driving the increased volume of auto technology deals? – Steve Greenfield

- July 27, 2021
It has been quite an active year for mergers, acquisitions, and auto technology deals, and an even busier year for Automotive Ventures. On today’s show, we’re pleased to welcome Steve...
Daily Automotive News Featured
AutoNation sells remaining ..Friday 5

Which major automaker has acquired mapping startup Carmera? What driverless tech startup plans to go public?

- July 23, 2021
Welcome to another edition of The Friday 5 with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, an auto technology advisory firm that helps entrepreneurs raise money and maximize the...
Future of Automotive Daily Automotive News
AutoNation sells remaining ..Friday 5

Which lithium-metal battery supplier is going public through a SPAC merger? What company announced its acquisition of MAX Digital?

- July 16, 2021
Welcome to another edition of The Friday 5 with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, an auto technology advisory firm that helps entrepreneurs raise money and maximize the...
Future of Automotive Daily Automotive News
AutoNation sells remaining ..Friday 5

Which AV developer raised $100M in funding? Porsche Ventures has invested in what cloud-based platform?

- July 9, 2021
Welcome to another edition of The Friday 5 with Steve Greenfield, Founder and CEO of Automotive Ventures, an auto technology advisory firm that helps entrepreneurs raise money and maximize the...
Future of Automotive Daily Automotive News

Latest Articles

Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Ford files patent for smart tool tracking system in vehicles

Stellantis revives supplier program, JD Power sees transparency gains, Hyundai expands robotics strategy
Latest Articles 07/16/26

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
Latest Articles 07/16/26

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.
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Stellantis revives supplier rewards program to drive cost savings

Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Pricing transparency raises OEM website satisfaction, JD Power finds

Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Hyundai takes full control of Boston Dynamics as robotics strategy accelerates

Mitsubishi expands Texas port operations to speed dealer deliveries
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Mitsubishi expands Texas port operations to speed dealer deliveries

The AI platform capturing $10,000 a month in after-hours dealer revenue
Latest Articles 07/16/26

The AI platform capturing $10,000 a month in after-hours dealer revenue

Fighting payment anxiety in the F&I office with empathy and value
Latest Articles 07/16/26

Fighting payment anxiety in the F&I office with empathy and value

Mexico targets USMCA tariffs, Volkswagen expands affordable EVs, Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors
Latest Articles 07/15/26

Mexico targets USMCA tariffs, Volkswagen expands affordable EVs, Lucid denies bankruptcy rumors


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.