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 Ikon Technologies – Ikon Technologies was founded by dealers, for dealers, to solve the daily challenges your dealership faces. Our no-cost Lot Management…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Sam Mahrouq, CEO of Ikon Technologies where we discuss: Scaling his auto group to 11 dealerships and millions in sales, How an "ah ha" moment at the dealership led him to found a $55M revenue tech company…
Dealers are scrambling to get more used car inventory. With supply down 5% year-over-year, top dealers are doubling down on consumer trade-ins to stay ahead. Brian Kramer, EVP at @carscommerce, explains how used vehicle acquisition is evolving. ➤ 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 Ikon Technologies – Ikon Technologies was founded by dealers, for dealers, to solve the daily challenges your dealership faces. Our no-cost Lot Management…
Acquiring profitable used inventory is a top challenge for dealers. Brian Kramer, EVP at @carscommerce, breaks down how top dealers are winning. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @dealerpay and Pacer
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 Ikon Technologies – Ikon Technologies was founded by dealers, for dealers, to solve the daily challenges your dealership faces. Our no-cost Lot Management…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I’m speaking with Brian Kramer, EVP at Cars Commerce, where we discuss: why dealers are losing 70% of trade-ins for every new car they sell, the future of data ownership for dealers, how Brian and his team are working to…
"Data ownership" in auto is a mess... But there is a solution. David Steinberg, CEO of @foureyes5085, explains how being transparent about data could benefit dealers and consumers. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @foureyes5085
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 Ikon Technologies – Ikon Technologies was founded by dealers, for dealers, to solve the daily challenges your dealership faces. Our no-cost Lot Management…
One of the most overlooked signals in dealership sales... David Steinberg, CEO at Foureyes, shares how AI is helping dealers turn it into measurable growth. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @foureyes5085
Most service managers come from the customer side, not the technical side. Shop Foreman Bryan Collins says the key to success is solving problems with empathy—even if it means taking a loss. Here’s his take on what makes a great fixed ops leader. ➤ Stream the latest episode of 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 David Steinberg, CEO and Founder of Foureyes. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you…
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The best-run auto shops don’t rely on outdated mindsets. Bryan Collins, Shop Foreman at Braman Miami, breaks down what sets these shops apart. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @Ikon.Technologies , @openlaneus, and CDG Recruiting
Welcome to The Weekly—your go-to roundup of the top five auto industry headlines. This week's top stories: 1. Hendrick Automotive dominates Reputation rankings for fourth straight year 2. New car prices rise four months in a row to near-record high 3. 2025 auto market: affordable new car inventory rises, used…
Affordability concerns are hitting retail consumers harder than expected. From off-lease equity gaps to EV tax credits and tariff threats, key factors are reshaping wholesale and retail markets. Peter Kelly, CEO of @openlaneus , breaks down the trends dealers need to watch. ➤ 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 Edmunds—Premier by Edmunds offers dealers a groundbreaking way to connect with in-market car shoppers precisely when, where, and how they prefer. Learn more…
Welcome to The Breakdown—your go-to source for deep dives into the trends, strategies and shifts shaping automotive retail. Today’s Big Story: How this brand suddenly became a power player in the auto industry This episode is brought to you by: Lotlinx – Get the best possible market advantage on every…
Think about the best shopping experience you've ever had. Now imagine that at a dealership. Peter Kelly, CEO at @openlaneus, explains why prioritizing customer experience is more important than ever in automotive. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you…
Daily Dealer: New car prices near record high, Michigan Gov. warns against Canadian tariffs, Ram eyeing compact truck market This episode is brought to you by Edmunds—Premier by Edmunds offers dealers a groundbreaking way to connect with in-market car shoppers precisely when, where, and how they prefer. Learn more at…
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Peter Kelly, CEO of OPENLANE where we discuss a breakdown on how the wholesale car market finished off 2025, how volume trends are bucking expectations, and the key trends and challenges facing the segment in 2025. This…
Only 30% of certified technicians ever reach "Master Tech" status. (ASE) What sets the best apart from the rest? Master Auto Tech Bryan Collins shares the mindset that drove his rise to the top. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought…
Daily Dealer: Auto credit access rises, Chrysler pauses crossover EV, Biden finalizes ban on Chinese, Russian car tech This episode is brought to you by Edmunds—Premier by Edmunds offers dealers a groundbreaking way to connect with in-market car shoppers precisely when, where, and how they prefer. Learn more at edmunds.com/cdg.…
Independent techs often bring something unique to the table– Versatility across all car brands. Bryan Collins, Shop Foreman at Braman Miami, explains how ASE Certification gives them an edge. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @Ikon.Technologies @openlaneus,…