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…
Power sports often delivers stronger ROI than traditional car sales. Fred Timbrook, CEO at Timbrook Automotive, breaks down how lower cost of entry and emotion-driven demand are shape the economics. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @experian,…
Today I'm joined by Fred Timbrook, CEO at Timbrook Automotive. Fred breaks down how he manages 20 rural rooftops and why these "small" stores are actually the secret to his group's stability and recent record-breaking March. We dive into his unique diversification into Power Sports, the intense efficiency required to…
Today's show features: - Bradley Wise, Executive Manager at Ferman Chevrolet Mazda - Tomislav Mikula, Founder of Delivrd - Bryan Gelfand, General Sales Manager at Community Cars This episode is brought to you by: CDG Circles – A digital peer group for top auto dealers. Private dealer chats. Vendor reviews.…
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The gap between average and top controllers is widening. Jen Speerbrecher, Vice President, Industry Solutions & Enablement at @Veramatic-io, explains why the best are using tools to replace manual work. ➤ Stream the latest episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast now on your favorite platform—brought to you by @Lotlinx…