The dealership model may soon look very different. AI is redefining roles, solving problems faster, and challenging the industry to rethink everything. Tasso Roumeliotis, Founder & CEO at @numaAI, shares how dealerships can prepare for what’s next. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on…
Welcome to The Daily Dealer—your go-to roundup of the top auto industry headlines for the day—keeping you informed and ahead. This episode is brought to you by Foureyes — No matter how hard your sales team is grinding, Foureyes is there to help work their leads 24/7. Learn more at…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Tasso Roumeliotis, CEO of Numa, where we discuss: how to extinguish service department "heat cases" before they burn profitability, why 911 started his entrepreneurial journey, when AI should answer phone calls and when it shouldn't, and much…
Automakers sometimes miss the reality of dealership life. The disconnect? Decisions are made in boardrooms, far from the front lines (as always, there are exceptions!). Dorian Jimenez, Owner-Dealer Operator at @ClassicChevyOKC, shares why every OEM should visit a dealership on a Saturday. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car…
Welcome to The Daily Dealer—your go-to roundup of the top auto industry headlines for the day—keeping you informed and ahead. This episode is brought to you by Foureyes — No matter how hard your sales team is grinding, Foureyes is there to help work their leads 24/7. Learn more at…
"Fleet" sales are a massively growing opportunity. Helping small businesses with tax breaks and credit building drives growth for dealers and customers alike. Dorian Jimenez, Owner at @ClassicChevyOKC, shares how this strategy made his store #1 in the country. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast…
Welcome to The Daily Dealer—your go-to roundup of the top auto industry headlines for the day—keeping you informed and ahead. Today's top stories: 1. Auto dealers cautiously eye an uncertain year ahead 2 Car buying was trickier in Dec., but satisfaction remains high 3. Rising incentives fueled a strong year…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Dorian Jimenez, Dealer Principal at Classic Chevrolet, where we discuss: Going from leading the #1 Chevy store in America to rescuing a broken dealership. How one small Texas dealership in the ’90s minted 10 Dealer Principals. Why…
Robots in dealerships once felt like science fiction. Now they're driving real efficiency in service departments. One Texas dealer is turning parts delivery and warehouse automation into a competitive edge. Phil Zheng, COO at @richtechrobotics, shares what’s next. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now…
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Welcome to The Daily Dealer—your go-to roundup of the top auto industry headlines for the day—keeping you informed and ahead. Today's top stories: 1. Electric vehicle demand surges in Q4 2. Tight supply locks in elevated prices for used cars 3. Monthly new car payments hit new peak in Q4,…
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Maybe the most dangerous 7 words in business— “Because that’s how we’ve always done it.” Ewing Auto Group is replacing traditional car buying steps with a focus on what customers really want. Finley Ewing IV, CEO, shares how this approach is creating happier, more satisfied car buyers. ➤ Stream the…
Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D’Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today’s automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Findley Ewing IV, CEO fo Ewing Automotive Goup, and Phil Zheng, COO of Richtech Robotics. This episode of the…
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Welcome to The Weekly—your go-to roundup of the top five auto industry headlines. This week's top stories: 1. 2025 forecasted to be the strongest year for new car sales in half a decade — Cox Auto 2. Mazda sticks to gas engines — fueling record-breaking sales 3. Hertz offers renters…
Google's grip on search is slipping... Matt Murray, Founder & CEO at @widewail shares how dealers can stay visible in an AI-driven future. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @TAXMAXTV, DLRdmv, and CDG Recruiting
Welcome to The Daily Dealer—your go-to roundup of the top auto industry headlines for the day—keeping you informed and ahead. Today's top stories: 1. 2025 forecasted to be the strongest year for new car sales in half a decade — Cox Auto 2. Carvana accused of shady practices in Hindenburg…
Welcome to The Breakdown—your go-to source for deep dives into the trends, strategies and shifts shaping automotive retail. Today’s Big Story: 7 crucial lessons dealers are carrying into 2025 (Pt. 2) This episode is brought to you by: Auto Hauler Exchange - The Auto Hauler Exchange has revolutionized the way…
Average dealership rating on Google: 4.6 out of 5. However, in certain departments, bad reviews have risen. Jake Hughes, Director of Marketing at @widewail , shares what dealers need to know from their latest report. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite…
Welcome to The Daily Dealer—your go-to roundup of the top auto industry headlines for the day—keeping you informed and ahead. Today's top stories: 1. Making the Honda Nissan merger work will be a heavy lift 2. FTC targets Lindsay Automotive for alleged deceptive practices 3. Cybertruck explodes outside Trump Hotel,…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Matt Murray, CEO and Jake Hughes, Director of Marketing at Widewail where we discuss the raw truth about what customers think of dealerships and why customers are the empty chair in the board room. This episode of…
The dealership experience is changing—no doubt about it. But... by how much? As vehicles become more commoditized and tech levels the playing field, margins will likely compress. Kelly Stumpe, CEO & Founder at @TheCarMom, asks me where I see traditional dealerships headed. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this special episode im speaking with my toughest critics, the Car Dealership Guy team! This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by: @accesspointconsulting - Access Point Consulting is a consulting firm that specializes in providing strategic solutions…