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WEB4 days ago · Stellantis issues recall for 194,000 Jeep Plug-In Hybrids amidst financial challenges. Stellantis has announced a recall of 194,000 plug-in hybrid Jeep SUVs, specifically the 2020 through 2024 model year Jeep Wrangler and the 2022 through 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee, following reports of 13 fires linked to a defect in a battery …
CDK Global cyberattack disrupts operations at 15,000 dealerships
WEBBy CBT News. June 20, 2024. CDK Global, a major software provider to auto dealerships in the U.S., has been hacked, forcing the company to shut down most of its systems temporarily. This cyberattack effectively halted sales operations at approximately 15,000 car dealerships, including those under General Motors, Group 1 Automotive, and Holman.
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CDK Global progresses cyberattack recovery with key dealers back …
WEBJul 1, 2024 · CDK Global made significant strides in its cyberattack recovery efforts, bringing a second small group of dealer customers and a major public dealership group back online on June 27. The company is adopting a phased approach to restore its systems, ensuring gradual and secure reintegration. In a statement, CDK Global …
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Emerging trends in the automotive industry: Predictions for the …
WEBAug 13, 2024 · Conclusion. The second half of 2024 will be pivotal for the automotive industry, with advancements in autonomous driving technology, the growth of EV infrastructure, changing consumer preferences, and the impact of global economic conditions shaping its trajectory. For industry professionals, staying adaptable and …
GM lays off over 1,000 software and services division employees …
WEBAug 20, 2024 · General Motors (GM) is laying off more than 1,000 salaried employees globally within its Software and Services division following a strategic review to streamline operations. The cuts include approximately 600 positions at GM’s tech campus near Detroit, Michigan. These layoffs, communicated to affected employees on Monday, represent …
CBT News hires CNN news anchor Shyann Malone
WEBATLANTA, Georgia (August 1, 2023) — CBT News, retail automotive’s No. 1 source for news, in-depth interviews and updates, today welcomed CNN newscaster Shyann Malone to the anchor team. A veteran journalist, Malone enhances the platform’s programming with her expertise in broadcasting and furthers the company’s commitment to connect …
CDK Global responds to cyber attacks, provides dealer support
WEBBy CBT News. June 22, 2024. The ongoing cyber attack on CDK Global underscores the growing complexity and impact of cybersecurity threats on businesses. As part of CDK Global’s ongoing response, the company has created a Dealer Resource Center (DRC) to help dealerships maintain operations while their systems are being recovered.
How NAMAD is investing in the next generation of minority dealers
WEBJun 3, 2021 · There are currently only 1,234 ethnic minority dealers out of the 18,200 franchise new-car dealers. The National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD) is helping support these dealers and bring up the next generation of minority automotive professionals through NAMAD NextGen. Today on the show we sit down …