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Nov. 14, 2025

Data Chaos | Brian Benstock, David Boice, Sanjay Varnwal & Danny Zaslavsky on Daily Dealer Live

Data Chaos | Brian Benstock, David Boice, Sanjay Varnwal & Danny Zaslavsky on Daily Dealer Live

Daily Dealer Live is brought to you by: Stream Companies – A full-service, fully integrated, tech-enabled advertising agency that drives measurable results through performance marketing, creative and content development, and proprietary AdTech solutions. Our innovative platforms, including the Retail Ready platform and Integrated Marketing Cloud, empower brands to optimize performance…

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Nov. 14, 2025

The EV strategy that hurt an entire dealer network

The EV strategy that hurt an entire dealer network

Some brands that leaned heavily into EV are now rebalancing toward ICE and hybrid. Alan Haig, President of @Haigpartners, explains how those product shifts are showing up in dealer demand and profitability. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you…

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Nov. 14, 2025

Service Lane Game-Changer: Brian Benstock, TeamVelocity, VINCUE, Spyne.ai | Daily Dealer Live

Service Lane Game-Changer: Brian Benstock, TeamVelocity, VINCUE, Spyne.ai | Daily Dealer Live

Today's show features: Brian Benstock, Vice President & General Manager of Paragon Honda and Paragon Acura David Boice, Founder & CEO of TeamVelocity Sanjay Varnwal, Co-Founder & CEO of Spyne.ai Danny Zaslavsky, Co-Founder and President of VINCUE This episode is brought to you by: Stream Companies – A full-service, fully…

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Nov. 14, 2025

2025 Brand Reputation Rankings

2025 Brand Reputation Rankings

Data from Voice of the Customer Q3 2025. Check out the latest dealership experience trends shaping brand reputation. → https://carguymedia.com/49JefUi | @widewail Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as…

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Nov. 13, 2025

Why car dealership acquisitions are heating up again

Why car dealership acquisitions are heating up again

Dealership buy-sell activity is re-accelerating. More owners are re-entering the market as macro uncertainty eases and pent-up seller demand comes forward. Alan Haig, President of @Haigpartners, explains what he’s seeing in M&A conversations. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to…

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Nov. 13, 2025

Q3 Auto Market Cheat Sheet – The Car Brands Accelerating and Stalling Out in Late 2025 | Alan Haig

Q3 Auto Market Cheat Sheet – The Car Brands Accelerating and Stalling Out in Late 2025 | Alan Haig

Today I’m joined by Alan Haig, President of Haig Partners. We dig into why Q4 buy-sell activity is suddenly exploding, which franchises are becoming “must-own” (and which aren’t), how rate cuts are reshaping buyer math, and get a sneak peek at the latest Haig Report before its released. This episode…

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Nov. 12, 2025

How One Dealer Group Adapted as Government Workers Hit Pause | Alex Perdikis on Daily Dealer Live

How One Dealer Group Adapted as Government Workers Hit Pause | Alex Perdikis on Daily Dealer Live

Daily Dealer Live is brought to you by: Stream Companies – A full-service, fully integrated, tech-enabled advertising agency that drives measurable results through performance marketing, creative and content development, and proprietary AdTech solutions. Our innovative platforms, including the Retail Ready platform and Integrated Marketing Cloud, empower brands to optimize performance…

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Nov. 12, 2025

One of the biggest factors pushing buyers away from EVs

One of the biggest factors pushing buyers away from EVs

Product readiness is becoming a defining factor in EV sales momentum. Fred Emich IV, Partner at @EmichAutomotive, explains how software stability and reliability are shaping customer confidence. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @CDKGlobal, @Lotlinx and CDG…

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Nov. 12, 2025

Perdikis on Gov. Shutdown, Wood on Recent Buy Sell, Huff on Used Philosophy | Daily Dealer Live

Perdikis on Gov. Shutdown, Wood on Recent Buy Sell, Huff on Used Philosophy | Daily Dealer Live

Today's show features: Alex Perdikis, CEO, Koons Motors, Inc. Michael Wood, GM of Jaguar Land Rover Chantilly Nick Huff, Used Car Director at Fred Martin Superstore This episode is brought to you by: Stream Companies – A full-service, fully integrated, tech-enabled advertising agency that drives measurable results through performance marketing,…

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Nov. 12, 2025

65% of Callers Are Invited In — But Only 35% Book an Appointment

65% of Callers Are Invited In — But Only 35% Book an Appointment

Data from The Expert Sit-Down: A Conversation on What’s Working Now for the Modern Dealership → https://carguymedia.com/4974gbc | CarWars Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on…

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Nov. 11, 2025

The EV sales advantage most dealers still aren't using

The EV sales advantage most dealers still aren't using

Templated deal structures are gaining traction in EV retail. Sales teams are presenting clear pricing upfront— Reducing back-and-forth and keeping transactions moving. Fred Emich IV, Partner at @EmichAutomotive, explains how this model is helping close EV transactions smoothly. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now…

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Nov. 11, 2025

Dealers vs. Change: The Truth About VW, Scout, and the EV Road Ahead — From an Insider

Dealers vs. Change: The Truth About VW, Scout, and the EV Road Ahead — From an Insider

Today I’m joined by Fred Emich IV, Partner at Emich Automotive. We cover how Emich Automotive became the #1 EV retailer for Kia, the challenges Fred’s faced as Chairman of VW’s National Dealer Council, and the evolving threat Scout poses to VW dealers — plus much more. This episode is…

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Nov. 10, 2025

Why This Group Is Up 50% in Used Car Volume While Others Stall | Jeff Ramsey on Daily Dealer Live

Why This Group Is Up 50% in Used Car Volume While Others Stall | Jeff Ramsey on Daily Dealer Live

Daily Dealer Live is brought to you by: Stream Companies – A full-service, fully integrated, tech-enabled advertising agency that drives measurable results through performance marketing, creative and content development, and proprietary AdTech solutions. Our innovative platforms, including the Retail Ready platform and Integrated Marketing Cloud, empower brands to optimize performance…

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Nov. 10, 2025

Auto Marketing Monday w/ Jeff Ramsey, Brian Kramer, and Dustin Clark | Daily Dealer Live

Auto Marketing Monday w/ Jeff Ramsey, Brian Kramer, and Dustin Clark | Daily Dealer Live

Today's show features: Jeff Ramsey, CMO of Ourisman Auto Group Brian Kramer, EVP, Dealer Growth & Success at Cars Commerce Dustin Clark, CMO of Andy Mohr Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: Stream Companies – A full-service, fully integrated, tech-enabled advertising agency that drives measurable results through…

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Nov. 10, 2025

Honda’s hybrid play

Honda’s hybrid play

Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Check out Car Dealership Guy’s stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs…

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Nov. 9, 2025

The #1 predictor of a returning car buyer

The #1 predictor of a returning car buyer

Service retention is becoming the core driver of lifetime customer value. Shane Wilson, President at Connected Dealer Services, explains how owning the service relationship keeps customers returning for their next vehicle. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by…

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Nov. 8, 2025

How car dealers are taking loyalty back from OEMs

How car dealers are taking loyalty back from OEMs

Customer loyalty is increasingly consolidating at the group level. Shane Wilson, President at Connected Dealer Services, breaks down how centralized inventory and customer data are keeping shoppers within one dealership ecosystem. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by…

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Nov. 8, 2025

The Chip Truce That Might’ve Just Saved the Auto Industry

The Chip Truce That Might’ve Just Saved the Auto Industry

Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Check out Car Dealership Guy’s stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs…

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Nov. 8, 2025

The New Auto Arms Race: How Dealers Are Turning Vehicle Data into Loyalty and Cash Flow

The New Auto Arms Race: How Dealers Are Turning Vehicle Data into Loyalty and Cash Flow

Today special guest host Sam D'arc is joined by Shane Wilson, President at Connected Dealer Services., We dive into the tug-of-war between dealers and automakers for customer ownership after the sale, how real-time vehicle data is fueling explosive fixed-ops growth, the playbook dealers are using to win loyalty long after…

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Nov. 7, 2025

How One Dealer Group Cut Recon Time from 5 Days to 2 | Tully Williams on Daily Dealer Live

How One Dealer Group Cut Recon Time from 5 Days to 2 | Tully Williams on Daily Dealer Live

Daily Dealer Live is brought to you by: CR Stream – Put the power of multiple auctions in your hand! CR Stream multi-lists your inventory to OVE, SmartAuction, and Copart simultaneously. Capture vehicle photos, damage, details and pricing start to finish in under 10 minutes with the CR Stream iPhone…

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Nov. 7, 2025

How some dealers are making mass follow-up feel personal

How some dealers are making mass follow-up feel personal

Personalized follow-up is scaling in new ways across auto retail. Curtis Lewsey, Founder of @Dealer_Cards, explains how blending automation with human touch is turning outreach into connection. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @Dealer_Cards

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Nov. 7, 2025

Fixed Ops Friday w/ Tully Williams, Colin Speer, Frank Knox | Daily Dealer Live

Fixed Ops Friday w/ Tully Williams, Colin Speer, Frank Knox | Daily Dealer Live

Today's show features: Tully Williams, Parts & Service Director at The Niello Company Colin Speer, Director of Sales at Sonic Tools USA Frank Knox, Chief Operating Officer of AutoAcquire AI This episode is brought to you by: CR Stream – Put the power of multiple auctions in your hand! CR…

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Nov. 7, 2025

Car Dealers Are Falling Behind on AI

Car Dealers Are Falling Behind on AI

Car dealers are behind the ball on AI vs other industries. Data via Cox Automotive, Driving Outcomes with AI. The ebook covers the top ways how dealers are leveraging AI in their stores → https://carguymedia.com/4oIwNZ9 | @coxautomotive Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising…

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Nov. 6, 2025

What smart car dealers are doing to stand out online

What smart car dealers are doing to stand out online

Personalization is making a comeback in auto retail. David Long, Executive General Manager at Hansel Auto Group, explains how simple gestures are rebuilding customer loyalty. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @Dealer_Cards

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