“CRM Is Broken!” Why Static Workflows Kill Deals (And How to Engage with Shoppers In Real Time) | Matt Leone, CEO of DriveCentric
Today I'm joined by Matt Leone, CEO of DriveCentric.
Matt breaks down why "tech bloat" is killing dealership margins and how shifting from task management to real-time engagement hubs can stop lead leakage across Sales, F&I, and Service.
We also dive into the future of AI agents and why your next "employee" might actually be a machine-learning model.
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Topics:
02:40 The Bill That Could Ban Chinese Cars.
05:10 Why Australian Dealers Make Zero On New Cars.
07:10 The Threat Destroying Blue Sky Values.
09:25 Why Toyota Stores Trade For 15X Earnings.
12:50 Why US Trucks Are Safer Than China.
18:10 Dealer Profits Still Double Pre-COVID.
21:50 The One Brand Where Bargains Are Appearing.
24:45 The Smart Lever When New Car Gross Drops.
26:40 Why Salespeople Can't Afford The Cars They Sell.
30:50 The Mercedes Turnaround That Made It Hot Again.
45:55 Infiniti Stores Selling For Zero Blue Sky.
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