Today's show features: - Jim Sabino, Fixed Operations Director at All American Ford Paramus - Chris McPhillips, Fixed Operations Director at Nissan, Hyundai, & Genesis of Cool Springs This episode is brought to you by: Stream Companies – How much revenue is slipping through the cracks at your dealership? Stream…
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New legislation could target Chinese-controlled automakers operating in the U.S. Alan Haig, President of @Haigpartners, explains how it could force certain brands to divest or exit the market entirely. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @overfuelcom, @siro_app…
Volkswagen’s Scout approach is raising concerns inside auto retail. Todd Blue, CEO of LAPIS, explains why the real risk may be in service capacity and long term customer experience. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by CDG Circles…
Today I'm joined by Alan Haig, President of Haig Partners. We dive into the shifting landscape of the auto buy-sell market, specifically focusing on how potential Chinese OEM entry could devastate U.S. franchise values. Alan breaks down the massive valuation gap between "Blue Chip" brands like Toyota and the struggling…
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Auto retail is dealing with a *compounding problem.* Years of supply constraints, higher prices, and fewer lease returns have reshaped demand. Andy Wright, Managing Partner of @vinartautogroup, explains what that means for the next phase of the market. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now…
Today's show features: - Sen. Bernie Moreno, (R - OH) - Mike Stanton, President & CEO of National Automobile Dealers Association - Samira Jusupovic, Founder of 4Evermomentum This episode is brought to you by: Stream Companies – How much revenue is slipping through the cracks at your dealership? Stream Companies’…
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There’s a growing disconnect in dealership valuations. Matt Bowers, Owner of Matt Bowers Automotive Group, breaks down why top stores still command premium multiples, while others no longer justify them. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by CDG…
Welcome to Dealer War Room from Car Dealership Guy — a new series where host Yossi Levi sits down with top operators to break down the biggest challenges in auto retail. Today I’m joined by Matt Bowers, Owner of Matt Bowers Automotive Group, Todd Blue, CEO of LAPIS, and Andy…
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Today's show features: - Jeffrey Ramsey, CMO of Ourisman Cars - Jason Daury, Vice President of Sales at CarCutter - Jacob Rose, Photo Department Manager at Titus Will Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: Stream Companies – How much revenue is slipping through the cracks at your…
Fuel prices at the pump are rising. But will they actually drive EV sales? Data via @CDKGlobal | More EV shopper insights here: https://carguymedia.com/3Oowiab 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…
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The idea of a Chinese franchise is drawing interest from some dealers. Rob Cochran, 2026 Chairman of NADA and CEO of @Cochran, explains why the upside is clear but the long-term impact on the current franchise system is less certain. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy…
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Stair step programs are still creating tension in auto retail. The challenge? Aligning OEM programs with how customers actually want to buy. Rob Cochran, 2026 Chairman of NADA and CEO of @Cochran, explains where that misalignment shows up in the deal. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership…
Today I'm joined by Rob Cochran, 2026 Chairman of NADA and CEO of #1 Cochran. We dive into the high-stakes world of dealer advocacy, exploring how NADA defeated the onerous CARS rule and why the FTC still has the industry in its crosshairs. Rob breaks down the "alignment gap" between…
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Operating leverage looks different in rural dealership groups. Fred Timbrook, CEO at Timbrook Automotive, explains why fixed vendor costs per rooftop can create disproportionate pressure on smaller stores. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @experian, @Lotlinx and…
Today's show features: - Tustin Ulrich, General Manager of Roper Kia - William (Bill) H. Camastro JR., DP/Managing Partner of Gold Coast Cadillac - Matthew Bird, General Manager of Arrow Motors This episode is brought to you by: CDG Circles – A digital peer group for top auto dealers. Private…