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%


vAuto

Inventory

The top 3 things you can do with your inventory

- July 31, 2017
"Maximize gross anyway you can." Ever hear that phrase before? Probably not in a long time, but maybe you've heard it recently, especially when it comes to the inventory on...
Sales & Marketing Auto News
newscast

The top 3 things you can do with your inventory | SUVs are Giving Niche Luxury Brands a Boost | Resolving Disagreements Among Your Dealership Staff

- July 31, 2017
On today's CBT Newscast for Monday, July 31st, 2017: The top 3 things you can do with your inventory "Maximize gross anyway you can." Ever hear that phrase before? Probably not in...
Daily Newscast
newscast

Daily Newscast: How GM achieved NA sales growth in Q1 | vAuto: Dealer’s need to improve digital marketing execution | Car dealer ‘Buy Now’ approach comes at a cost | Five ways to improve company culture

- May 4, 2017
On today's CBT Newscast for Thursday May 4, 2017: Dealer’s need to improve digital marketing execution: Interview with vAuto’s Brian Finklemeyer During this interview with Brian Finklemeyer, Director of Business Development for...
Daily Newscast
digital marketing

Dealer’s need to improve digital marketing execution: Interview with vAuto’s Brian Finklemeyer

- May 4, 2017
During this interview with Brian Finklemeyer, Director of Business Development for vAuto’s Conquest, Jim gets Brian’s take on the current state of the auto industry. Newly released sales numbers only...
Sales & Marketing Daily Automotive News

How one dealer competes with his competition

- November 16, 2016
Jim Fitzpatrick sits down with Brian Finkelmeyer, Director of Conquest Business Development at vAuto and Greg Brown, GM/Partner with Ford Lincoln of Franklin
Sales & Marketing Auto News
Used Car

Dale Pollak gives simple ways to drive a retail-first strategy in every used vehicle.

- February 29, 2016
Before you attack any ambitious goals for your used vehicles this year, ask yourself this question. Am I wholesaling too many cars, and how can I retail more of these...
Management & Leadership Sales & Marketing
AskThePros

Ask the Automotive Industry Pros

- February 15, 2016
From Carla in Defiance, Ohio: What is an effective way to evaluate a prospective employee about how good he or she is with inbound calls? Mike Haeg, director of automotive, Century Interactive:...
Articles

CBT News – December 4, 2015

- December 4, 2015
On today's show: Dale Pollak, Chairman and Founder of vAuto, discusses how to achieve success with your used car inventory Zach Klempf, CEO of Selly Automotive, shares the best strategies...
Daily Newscast

CBT News – November 30, 2015

- November 30, 2015
On today's show: Dale Pollak, Chairman and Founder of vAuto, discusses how to achieve success with your used car inventory Getting your dealership ready for millennial buying habits Using messaging...
Daily Newscast

Interview with Dale Pollak, founder of vAuto

- January 27, 2015
Dale Pollak, founder of vAuto
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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