Car Dealership Guy—the internet's go-to voice for automotive insights and market trends—engages in authentic, insightful conversations with auto industry leaders, car dealers, and innovators. Watch and listen to new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday. Plus — Don’t miss Industry Spotlight with Sam D’Arc on Sundays, where we highlight the most compelling dealerships and innovative companies in automotive, exploring key trends, best practices, and insights from those shaping the future of auto ...
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Lotparty has the best weekly automotive sales show plus tips to help managers and sales people improve sales. LotParty is hosted by Jasen Rice, owner of Lotpop, Inc a company that helps automotive dealerships improve new and used car sales. Automotive tips and trends
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In this episode of The Dealership Deep Dive, we tackle one of the most overlooked but costly issues facing dealerships today: toll management. From juggling multiple toll agencies to handling mounting fees and fines, managing tolls for service loaners and rentals can quickly turn into a logistical nightmare. Join us as we explore the hidden pain points dealerships encounter, discuss best practices, and highlight solutions that can simplify the process—saving time, money, and stress. Whether ...
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There’s nothing worse than losing customers to independent garages and quick lubes after the OEM warranty expires – which happens 70% of the time! As a car dealership, your #1 goal is keeping customers — and to do that, you need quality employees, an optimized service department, and benefits that matter to your customers. Imagine transforming your service department into a powerhouse of customer retention and satisfaction. Picture a dealership where your team is motivated, your customers ar ...
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Welcome to the Dealership Fixit Podcast, a show dedicated to power sports dealership professionals! In today's ever-evolving market, staying ahead of the game is vital. We invite you to subscribe to our podcast and gain access to the secrets of success in the motorcycle and ATV dealership life. In each episode, we dive into the challenges and opportunities each power sports dealership faces today. Our expert insights from various industry leaders, seasoned professionals, and innovative think ...
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This podcast is for viewers to take a step into the shoes of people in the auto industry. It gives them a chance to speak about industry setbacks, promotions, drama, and many more things. Every episode I will be interviewing people from different positions and from various dealerships throughout the Houston area. Cover art photo provided by Omer Rana on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@omerrana
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Learn tips tricks and strategies to help your car dealership & sales people get more ups and web traffic which equals selling more cars monthly
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When purchasing a vehicle from a car dealership, every car buyer will find themselves "In the Box" at the end of the buying cycle. They will collect funds, arrange to finance and offer you various after sale products and services for your car. Many car buying customers have said their experiences "In the Box" had been filled with pressure and anxiety. The Modern Dealership magazine's "In the Box" Podcast is to put automotive industry leaders and influencers, in and out of the dealership, in ...
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CDG Podcast | How an “Old-School Car Dog” Wins With An Unlikely Mix: Tech & EQ – Dustin Collins, Vice President at Bill Kay Auto
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Dustin Collins, Vice President at Bill Kay Auto, to explore how an "old-school car dog" thrives with an unlikely mix of tech and EQ, why $500 might be the key to increasing car sales, the traits that define a great service director—and much more. This episode of the Car Dea…
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Why do so many dealerships let tire sales—and customer retention—slip through their fingers? Wes Volkert, Parts Director and tire expert, breaks down how dealerships can transform their tire sales strategy to drive loyalty and long-term growth. In this episode, Wes dives into the often-overlooked role of tires in retention. He shares how leveraging…
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Welcome to Industry Spotlight, a new show on the Car Dealership Guy Podcast hosted by Sam D'Arc. In each episode, Sam highlights the most compelling dealerships and innovative companies in automotive, diving into key trends, best practices, and insights from those shaping the future of automotive retail. Today, Sam sits down with Melissa High, Vice…
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#138 Navigating the Post-Election Landscape in Automotive: Trends, Risks and Impacts | Alan Haig, President of Haig Partners, Pt. 4
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Alan Haig, CEO of Haig Partners, where we discuss: how dealers can navigate the post-election landscape in the automotive business, Fords wild rise in recent months, the imapct on AI on dealership valuations, VW's fatal mistake rolling out the relaunched Scout brand, and …
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#137 How AI Is Sneaking Into Car Dealerships—And Shaping the Business | Leigh Ann Conver, Sr. Director of CDK Data Services
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I’m speaking with Leigh Ann Conver, Senior Director of CDK Data Services. We discuss how AI is quietly integrating into dealership operations, the top AI trends for 2024 and how dealerships of all sizes can leverage AI to boost car sales. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is b…
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Welcome to Industry Spotlight, a new show on the Car Dealership Guy Podcast hosted by Sam D'Arc. In each episode, Sam highlights the most compelling dealerships and innovative companies in automotive, diving into key trends, best practices, and insights from those shaping the future of automotive retail. Today, Sam sits down with Royce Neubauer, CE…
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#136 How a Former Mortician Cracked Dealers' #1 Profitability Issue | Peter Duffy Jr., CEO of Dealer Image Pro
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Peter Duffy Jr., CEO of Dealer Image Pro where we discuss: How a professional photographer cracked dealers' #1 profitability issue, the most impactful dealer website features, the future of content creator dealerships and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy …
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Customers today expect more convenience than ever, and dealerships need to adapt to stay competitive. With growing demand for faster, more accessible service, how can your dealership meet these expectations while boosting efficiency and retention? In this episode of Retention Roadmap, sponsored by DriveSure, we dive into the innovative world of mob…
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#135 Taking a 100-Year-Old Dealer Group to New Heights—Risks, Challenges, and Future Vision | Liza Borches, CEO of Carter Myers Automotive
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Liza Borches, CEO of Carter Myers Automotive. We dive into the bold risks that have shaped her century-old dealership group, her innovative approach to empowering employees with partial ownership, her biggest wins, regrets, and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership …
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#134 How 28 Seconds Is Quietly Transforming Dealership Profits | Jim Roche, CEO of WarrCloud
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Jim Roche, Founder & CEO of WarrCloud, where we discuss: How 28 seconds is quietly transforming dealership profits, why EVs are going to transform service centers, exposing $140K of hidden dealership revenue and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is…
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The Used Car Market Now and the next 90 Days. lotwalk.com #first30 #lotwalkDi Lotpop
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#133 A Visionary's Principles for Running 17 Dealerships | Jack Ballinghoff, COO of Ourisman Automotive Group
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Jack Ballinghoff, COO of Ourisman Automotive Group where we discuss: His principles to running 17+ dealerships, the best used car auction in the United States, why he thinks negotiations in car sales need to end and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcas…
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#132 The Hidden Hospitality Formula Behind Scaling to 40 Dealerships | Jeff Swickard, Dealer Principal of Swickard Auto Group
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Jeff Swickard, Dealer Principal of Swickard Auto Group. We discuss the secret hospitality formula behind scaling to 40 dealerships, Serving 1M unique customers every year, the best customer service car brands, and his biggest challenges in replicating success in other dea…
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Why do some dealerships consistently outperform competition while others lose customers to aftermarket pricing? Intelicheck’s Joe Gibson & Melissa Marlatt uncover competitive intelligence strategies that help service departments boost retention, stay ahead in pricing, and win back customers. In this episode sponsored by DriveSure, Joe, Vice Preside…
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#131 Why People Don't Trust Car Dealers… And How to Fix it | Kris Gaerlan, President of Dallas Lease Returns and Sanjiv Yajnik, President of Financial Services at Capital One
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Sanjiv Yajnik, President of Financial Services at Capital One, and Kris Gaerlan, President of Dallas Lease Returns where we discuss: Why people don't trust car dealers and how to fix it, Creating unique experiences in the car dealership, Why he's calling buyers looking fo…
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Used Car Headliners, Vehicle Shortage Lotwalk.com #first30 #lotwalk #weknowretailDi Lotpop
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In this episode, we take an in-depth look at Automotive Innovations, a company revolutionizing the automotive industry with cutting-edge software solutions tailored for dealerships. From enhancing F&I operations to boosting overall dealership performance, their technology seamlessly integrates with dealership management systems (DMS) and offers fea…
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#130 Car Market Forecast For 2024: Shocks and Twists You Need to Know | Jonathan Smoke, Chief Economist at Cox Automotive
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I'm joined by Jonathan Smoke, Chief Economist at Cox Automotive. We dive into some of the biggest topics shaping the 2024 car market, including shocks and surprises, the painful new phase for the used car market, why new car discounts have plateaued, and the evolving segments of the U.S. c…
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In this episode of The Dealership Deep Dive, we explore the toll management challenges dealerships face, from juggling multiple toll agencies to dealing with fees and fines for service loaners and rentals. Learn how these pain points impact your bottom line and discover solutions to simplify toll management. If you’re a dealership manager or work i…
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#129 Inside the "Uber of Car Deliveries": Moving 1.4M Vehicles a Year! | Fede Ranero, CEO of Draiver
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Fede Ranero, CEO of Draiver where we discuss: How he's building the "Uber for car deliveries" and moving 1.4M vehicles per year, the #1 reason why customers skip vehicle service, what he learned from a leaked Elon Musk email, demystifying logistics for car dealers and muc…
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#128 The Business Side of 70M+ Recalled Vehicles: What Dealers Are Gaining | Ryan Maher, CEO of BizzyCar Pt.2
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Ryan Maher, CEO of BizzyCar where we discuss: The business side of 70M+ recalled vehicles, Most troubled car brands struggling with recalls, Shocking revelations from BizzyCar recall report and more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by: Edm…
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Every customer is ultimately seeking convenience, so how can dealerships take advantage of the transformative power of mobile service technology to deliver an exceptional experience? In this episode of Retention Roadmap, Denise Leleux, CEO of Curbee, highlights how dealerships can leverage mobile service to improve customer satisfaction and increas…
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#127 Secrets to becoming a first-time franchise dealership owner in 2024! | Kyle Coleman, Owner of Coleman Automotive
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#126 Q4 Auto Market Forecast: The need-to-know trends and predictions, Buying habits of Gen Z car shoppers, Why overnight test drives sell cars | David Thomas, Director of Content Marketing at CDK Global ...
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with David Thomas, Director of Content Marketing at CDK Global where we dive into a Q4 auto market forecast: How Gen Z is buying cars, Have we reached an EV sales equilibrium, why overnight test drives sell cars, Trends and predictions for the quarter ahead. This episode of th…
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Hurricane, Floods And Strike, How It Will Impact Used Car Sales Lotwalk.com #first30 #lotwalk
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Hurricane, Floods And Strike, How It Will Impact Used Car Sales Lotwalk.com #first30 #lotwalkDi Lotpop
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#125 The payments nightmare hiding in dealerships, Shocking trends in down payments, Saving dealerships 20 hrs of work every week | Julie Douglas, CEO of Dealer Pay
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Julie Douglas, CEO of Dealer Pay where we discuss: The accounting nightmare hiding in dealerships, Saving dealers 20 hrs of work per week, shocking trends in down payments for 2024 and much more! This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by: CDK Glo…
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#124 How to turn around a failing dealership, Becoming a top 5 Kia Dealer in the US, Testing his sales team on-air! | Raul Gomila, GM/Partner of City Kia
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Raul Gomila, GM/Partner of City Kia, to reveal how he turned a dealership losing $1M a year into a top performer. We dive into the strategies that made him a top 5 Kia dealer in the country, pressure-test his BDC team live, and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership …
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If your fixed ops department still relies on outdated marketing or thinks coupons are enough, you're leaving serious money on the table. But how can dealerships transform their service departments? Why is it so important to build real customer relationships? It’s time to rethink everything about marketing fixed ops! In this episode of Retention Roa…
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#123 Investing $9B in the next-gen of automotive disruptors, From dealer to venture capital giant, the rollercoaster of investing in Rivian | Bill Cariss, CEO of Holman Strategic Ventures
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Bill Cariss, CEO of Holman Strategic Ventures, to discuss how he's deploying $9 billion into the next generation of automotive disruptors, his journey from car dealer to venture capital giant, the rollercoaster experience of being an early investor in Rivian, and much more.…
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#122 Transforming a dealership group into a TikTok famous powerhouse, How dealership marketing is evolving, Building the world's largest Honda store | Ryan Rohrman, CEO of Rohrman Auto Group
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Ryan Rohrman, CEO of Rohrman Auto Group. We dive into topics like transforming a dealership group into a TikTok powerhouse, achieving over 4 million views on a TikTok video, building the world’s largest Honda store, and much more! This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast …
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#121 The imminent evolution of AI in car dealerships, Best uses cases of AI in dealerships, How he's transforming 50% of US franchise dealers | Devin Daly, Co-Founder & CEO of Impel
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Devin Daly, CEO of Impel where we discuss: The imminent evolution of AI in car dealerships, BTS of his recent $100M acquisition, How he's transforming 50% of all US franchise dealers, The best use cases for AI in car dealerships and much more! This episode of the Car Deal…
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#120 America's most interesting $2.5B car dealer, Future of Ford, Influences of Buddhism, Does legacy matter, His next dealership acquisition? | Vince Sheehy, President of Sheehy Auto Stores
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Vince Sheehy, President of Sheehy Auto Stores where we discuss: America's most interesting $2.5B car dealer, the future of Ford, influences of Buddhism, does legacy matter, his next dealership acquisition and much more! This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is br…
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Used Car Market Update Buckle Up If You Haven't Already Lotwalk.com #first30 #lotwalkDi Lotpop
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How do some dealerships turn their service departments into customer retention powerhouses while others struggle to get buyers to return? Corey Smith reveals the often-overlooked strategies that can transform your service operations. In this episode of Retention Roadmap, Corey, the National Fixed Operations Training Manager for EasyCare and host of…
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#119 Secrets of automotive's most controversial business, Tackling 90% in-house financing, Economics of buy here pay here dealerships | Jeff Watson, Owner of IV Seasons Auto
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Jeff Watson, Owner of IV Seasons Auto where we discuss: Secrets of automotive's most controversial business, tackling 90% in-house financing, economics of buy here pay here dealerships and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by: DLR…
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E116: Unlock Skills at This Year's Ultimate AI Hackathon with brent wees
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brent wees is a visionary marketing strategist, entrepreneur, and keynote speaker with over two decades of experience. He has worked extensively in the automotive and powersports industries, specializing in content marketing, process alignment, and speaker training. Known for his unique blend of creativity, analytical thinking, and humor, brent has…
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#118 Slinging $725M in luxury cars, How he doubled profit per vehicle, Top products sold at dealerships + highest margin brands | Dennis Gingrich, Sales/Finance Director at The Niello Company
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Dennis Gingrich, Sales/Finance Director at The Niello Company where we discuss: How he's selling $725M a year in luxury vehicles, the top backend products and highest margin brands, and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by: CDK Gl…
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#117 Winning in a saturated maket with 9 dealerships, Secret weapon for used inventory acquisition, Cadillac poised for a massive rebound? | Patrick Coleman, President of Jim Coleman Automotive Group
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Patrick Coleman, President of Jim Coleman Automotive Group where we discuss: How hes winning in a saturated market with 9 dealerships, His secret weapon for used inventory acquisition, Is Cadillac poised for a massive rebound? and much more. This episode of the Car Dealer…
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#116 Largest seller of odd and weird cars in America, Making millions from nostalgia, Secrets to becoming a top seller on Bring a Trailer | Andrew Glaser, Founder & CEO of Vantage Auto
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Andrew Glaser, CEO of Vantage Auto, where we discuss: How he became the #1 seller of interesting, odd, and weird cars in the US, making millions from nostalgia, striking gold in an Indiana barn and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to yo…
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How does a technician rise to become the owner of multiple successful dealerships? For Jerry Romano, it started by mastering service retention and building a brand that customers can't resist. Today he’s the owner and Chief Operating Officer of Windward Hyundai, Windward Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, and Jerry V's Honolulu Hyundai. In this episode of Re…
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#115 The biggest trends in dealership hiring, Demystifying pay plans, Rise of the $1M manager, Hottest automotive roles | Steve Adragna, Partner, CDG Recruiting
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Steve Adragna where we discuss: The biggest trends in dealership hiring, Demystifying pay plans, Rise of the $1M manager, Hottest automotive roles and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by: CDG Recruiting - Building on the success …
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#114 Building a marketplace for 30M monthly car shoppers, How dealers are gaming the marketplace algorithm, Best practices for selling cars online | Matthew Crawford, Chief Product & Innovation Officer ...
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Matthew Crawford, Chief Product & Innovation Officer at Cars Commerce. We discuss: How he designs retail experiences for 30M car shoppers, best practices for selling cars online, how dealers are gaming the marketplace algorithms and much more. This episode of the Car Deal…
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Stop Pricing Vehicles Based On Listing Sites Rankings Lotwalk.com #weknowretail #first30 #lotwalk
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Stop Pricing Vehicles Based On Listing Sites Rankings Lotwalk.com #weknowretail #first30 #lotwalkDi Lotpop
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#113 The $30B market hiding within dealerships, How private equity values car lots, Dealership real estate tax hacks and sale-leasebacks | Mark Pomella, Vice President at SAB Capital
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Mark Pomella, Vice President at SAB Capital where we discuss: The $30B market hiding within dealerships, How private equity values car lots, Dealership real estate tax hacks and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by: OPENLANE - The…
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Jory Anderson is the CEO of Revvable, is revolutionizing powersports dealerships' online finance process. Learn how he built technology to streamline sales, automate finance applications, and improve the customer experience financing. Subscribe Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3N9lzfg Subscribe Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/43FoanX Subscribe YouTube: ht…
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#112 Transforming Subaru into a 'cult brand', Guiding explosive growth over two decades, Selling 700K+ cars in a single year | Tom Doll, Former CEO of Subaru of America
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Tom Doll, Ex-CEO of Subaru of America where we discuss: How Tom Doll transformed Subaru into a cult brand, Guiding explosive growth over two decades, Why a larger US population does not equal more vehicle sales and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast…
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#111 Why dealerships are still selling at record pace, Best and worst franchises, What's next for the car market, His letter to Elon Musk | Alan Haig, President and Founder of Haig Partners
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Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Alan Haig, President and Founder of Haig Partners where we discuss: Best and worst auto franchises right now, Why dealerships are selling at record pace, What's next for car market and his personal letter to Elon Musk. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is bro…
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The internet has become plagued with incorrect news, but there are still good journalists out there who are doing honest work. Regardless of all the misdirection, however, people still rely on media for information. So what goes into the story behind the headline? And how can dealerships collaborate with the media to attract more customers? In this…
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Trying To Help You Not Lose Your Used Car Manager Lotwalk.com #first30 #lotwalk #weknowretail
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Trying To Help You Not Lose Your Used Car Manager Lotwalk.com #first30 #lotwalk #weknowretailDi Lotpop
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